Highlight Sales & Property Management has officially launched, offering a new approach to the sale and rental of new build homes and modern properties West of Edinburgh.
Founded by Ryan Blair, Highlight is shaped by over 15 years of residential property experience. Ryan’s career began in 2009 working in lettings and property management in Edinburgh. He then established Knightbain Letting Agents in 2011 in Broxburn, before then overseeing rental growth for Your Move’s Edinburgh city centre branches. Moving to Dubai in 2013, Ryan spent four years leading the sale and rental of new build villas and advising on off plan investment, ultimately becoming Head of Sales at luxury real estate brand Sotheby’s International Realty.
Returning to the UK in 2017, Ryan joined Savills’ Residential Development Sales team in Manchester, where he advised volume and regional housebuilders on national and international sales and marketing strategies for new build developments across the North of England.
Most recently, Ryan served for 4 years as Chief Operating Officer at a private equity-backed affordable housing provider based in Cheshire, overseeing new build acquisitions, sales, rentals, and property management of a circa 500 home portfolio.
Having returned home to Scotland last year, Ryan launched Highlight with a clear purpose: to offer a more modern, community-focused approach to property sales and management – one that raises the standard of marketing, improves the buyer and tenant experience, and uses data and local insight to better position properties for sale and rent.
Raising the Standard
Highlight combines experience with investment in the right tools and approach. Professional photography, video, and virtual walkthroughs come as standard. Clear and informative brochures, site plans, floor plans, and detailed specifications help buyers make better informed decisions.
Rather than relying solely on property portals, Highlight uses targeted digital advertising and PropTech systems to connect homes with the right audience, qualifying interest effectively and responding quickly to maintain momentum.
And for buyers and tenants, we want their experience to be streamlined, friendly and transparent. Whether they’re buying their first home or renting a property for the short or long term, we’ll provide clear information, prompt updates, and outline a smooth process.
Focused on Growth Areas
With over 13,000 new homes in the planning pipeline – including major developments like West Town and Elements Edinburgh that are coming forward – the western edge of the capital is transforming.
In Winchburgh alone, over 3,400 homes are planned, with circa 600 completions in phase one. That scale of growth brings real opportunity for Highlight to shape how these homes are sold, rented and managed.
Trust Built on Standards: Our Industry Accreditations
Highlight is accredited by leading industry bodies – including NAEA Propertymark, The Property Ombudsman, and the Scottish Association of Landlords.
These accreditations represent our commitment to high standards, fair practice, and full compliance with UK property regulations. They also mean our clients benefit from clear processes, robust safeguards, and access to independent redress if ever required.
For sellers and landlords, this means structured, professional support that aligns with your goals and protects your interests throughout. For buyers and tenants, it means clear information, transparent processes, and a team that will take the time to listen, explain, and support you through each stage.
In short, we believe in doing things properly, with the right credentials, systems, and people in place to deliver a service you can rely on.
Building Community Value
We believe that when people feel connected to where they live, it brings wider value to society – improved wellbeing, stronger communities, and more successful developments.
As a result, we are actively seeking support to launch the first Highlight Housing Hub in Winchburgh that will act as a central base for housing advice, community events, and support services – helping local residents access clear information and offering housebuilders and housing associations a direct point of contact for managing developments well.
Looking Ahead
Highlight is a new business, but one founded on experience and driven by a clear vision. We are currently taking on properties for sale and rent in Broxburn, Winchburgh, Kirkliston, South Queensferry, and Ratho.
Whether you’re a seller, landlord, buyer or tenant – or you’re a housebuilder or investor looking to partner – we’d love to hear from you.
To request a free valuation or book a no-obligation market appraisal, visit highlight.scot.