Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Commercial Property Consultants in Edinburgh
Established in 2008, Smolka Strachan provides expert advisory services to investors in commercial property and development across Scotland and the UK. Our team combines over 50 years of collective experience in the UK real estate capital markets, offering tailored guidance on acquisitions, disposals, and funding strategies. Specialising in office, retail, industrial, and alternative sectors such as student housing and leisure, we serve institutional, overseas, and private clients. Our proven track record includes high-value transactions and strategic asset management, underpinned by a commitment to delivering personalised solutions.With a focus on transparency and client-centric service, we leverage extensive industry contacts and sector-specific expertise to maximise returns for our clients. Our directors, Peter Smolka and Guy Strachan, bring decades of experience from leading firms, ensuring a deep understanding of market dynamics and client needs. We pride ourselves on fostering long-term relationships through reliability, professionalism, and a results-driven approach to commercial property consultancy.
Services
Commercial Property Acquisition
Development Funding Advice
Asset Management Strategies
Investment Disposal Services
Sector-Specific Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We combine over 50 years of UK real estate market experience.
- Our expertise spans office, retail, industrial, and alternative sectors.
- We offer tailored advisory services for institutional, overseas, and private clients.
- Proven track record in high-value transactions and asset management.
- Direct access to senior professionals with decades of industry contacts.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Commercial Property Acquisition
We advise on acquiring income-producing commercial properties, focusing on office, retail, and industrial sectors. Our expertise ensures strategic purchases aligned with client investment goals. Clients benefit from market insights and negotiated terms to secure optimal assets.
Development Funding Advice
Our team guides clients in securing finance for commercial property developments. We assess funding options and create strategies to support project viability. This service helps investors maximise returns through structured financial solutions.
Asset Management Strategies
We develop tailored strategies for managing existing property portfolios. Our approach optimises asset performance and long-term value. Clients receive actionable plans to enhance rental income and market positioning.
Investment Disposal Services
We facilitate the sale of commercial properties, ensuring competitive pricing and targeted marketing. Our network secures qualified buyers for efficient transactions. Clients gain transparent advice to achieve favourable sale outcomes.
Sector-Specific Consultancy
Our consultants provide insights into niche sectors like student housing and leisure. We address unique challenges and opportunities in alternative investments. Clients benefit from tailored strategies informed by sector expertise.
People
Peter Smolka
Director
Peter has over 35 years of experience in UK real estate, previously working with Hillier Parker and establishing his practice in 2003. He specialises in investment advisory and leverages deep market knowledge to deliver client-focused solutions.
Guy Strachan
Director
Guy is a chartered surveyor with 35 years in property consultancy, working for firms like GVA and Avison Young before co-founding Smolka Strachan. He focuses on acquisitions and disposals, combining expertise with a personalised service approach.
Questions
What areas do Smolka Strachan specialise in?
We focus on commercial property advisory across Scotland and the UK, covering office, retail, industrial, and alternative sectors like student housing and leisure.
How experienced is the team at Smolka Strachan?
Our directors have over 50 years of combined experience in real estate, with backgrounds at leading firms and a track record in high-value transactions.
What services does Smolka Strachan offer?
We provide acquisition and disposal advice, development funding strategies, asset management, and sector-specific consultancy for commercial property investors.
Who are Smolka Strachan's typical clients?
Our clients include institutional investors, overseas entities, private individuals, family trusts, and property companies seeking tailored real estate solutions.
How does Smolka Strachan add value for clients?
We combine market expertise, strategic insights, and a personal service to optimise property investments, ensuring transparent communication and results-driven outcomes.
Can Smolka Strachan assist with alternative property sectors?
Yes, we have significant experience in alternative sectors such as student accommodation, hotels, and leisure, offering specialist advisory services.
