MEET THE TEAM

CONSTANCE

MENSAH APEAGYEI

Director

Constance has enjoyed a successful career in the healthcare sector, where she worked for over 15 years in both nursing and midwifery. Her years of service instilled in her a deep sense of care, responsibility, and community values that now shape her work in property development.

Her passion for property grew stronger when she witnessed the challenges her own children faced in securing affordable housing and stepping onto the property ladder as first time buyers.

Motivated by their experience, Constance’s forward thinking approach not only brings neglected buildings back into use but also plays a vital role in addressing the urgent demand for accessible, affordable housing.

With this vision, she founded Acorn Heights Property Development. A company dedicated to helping first time buyers gain access to high quality, affordable, and sustainable homes.

Our trusted team from non-executive advisors to architects, project managers, and construction specialists,  brings years of experience and a proven track record to every project. Their combined expertise ensures each stage of development is approached with precision, insight, and care. The result, thoughtfully built homes that reflect our commitment to quality and accessibility for all.

Portrait of Constance Mensah Apeagyei, founder and director of Acorn Heights, a London-based accessible housing development company.

DAN STILES

Director - Syndicate Property Development Ltd

Project Manager / Quantity Surveying (Cost Management)

Dan Stiles is a highly experienced Quantity Surveyor and Project Manager with over 30 years in the construction and property development industry. His extensive portfolio includes complex commercial, residential, and public sector projects, ranging from retail parks and healthcare facilities to ultra-high-end residential properties, aviation hubs, and large-scale commercial conversions. 

As Director of Syndicate Property Development Ltd., Dan is known for his strategic leadership, hands on approach, and commitment to delivering quality outcomes. His reputation for excellence is built on a proven track record of driving efficiency, maintaining high standards, and fostering strong client relationships. 

Alongside his commercial work, Dan serves as Head Technical Coach at PropertyCEO, where he mentors aspiring developers and shares his expertise with the next generation of property professionals. 

COLIN SMITH

Director - Cjs Planning Services

Planning Consultant

 With over 30 years of experience, Colin Smith is a highly respected planning consultant, developer, and public speaker. He has successfully guided hundreds of clients through complex planning matters, helping them unlock the full potential of their properties and land. 

Colin combines extensive knowledge of planning law, building regulations, and construction with hands-on project management expertise. He is widely regarded as an authority on commercial-to-residential conversions, particularly through the strategic use of permitted development rights. 

His approach is practical and solution focused, providing clients with clear pathways to maximise value, whether through extensions, conversions, or new build developments. Colin works closely with clients and local authorities, offering a comprehensive, one stop planning service from design coordination to securing approvals.