Foresight invests into Harris Evolution, to support its continued growth nationwide

Bristol, 11 November, 2026: Foresight Group (“Foresight”) a leading regional private equity and real assets investment manager, is pleased to announce a significant investment into Harris Evolution Limited (“Harris Evolution” or the “Company”), a commercial refurbishment and fit-out contractor headquartered in Bristol. 

Founded in 2010, Harris Evolution has evolved from an electrical contractor into a nationwide refurbishment specialist. The Company employs c.30 people and specialises in upgrading and repositioning operational buildings where continuity, speed and quality are critical. Its work is focused on purpose-built student accommodation, hotels and leisure, and retirement and care, with projects delivered nationally through an experienced in-house project management team. 

The investment, made from the Foresight South West Fund, will support Harris Evolution’s next phase of organic growth by deepening existing customer relationships, winning new customers across its core markets, expanding its rapid-refurbishment proposition, and strengthening the systems and processes required to scale. The Company will also selectively consider acquisitive growth opportunities. 

The business will continue to be run by its experienced management team. Kristian Kelly will lead the business as Managing Director, supported by Operations Director Craig Arathoon and co-founder Dean Houghton, who will focus on strategic customer relationships and business development. Tod Harrison has joined as Chair and a Chief Financial Officer is set to join the business in January. 

The Foresight South West Fund is dedicated to supporting businesses across the region, providing flexible capital and strategic support to help ambitious companies achieve their potential.  The fund is designed to be evergreen, providing a permanent pool of capital around which SMEs in the local community can make long term plans. 

Kristian Kelly, Managing Director of Harris Evolution, commented: “Foresight’s investment marks an important next step for Harris Evolution. We have built a strong position by delivering high-quality refurbishment programmes in live environments and by developing long-term relationships with our customers. With Foresight’s support, we can invest further in our people, systems and leadership team, broaden our customer base and continue to grow while maintaining the delivery standards on which our reputation has been built.” 

Olly Cox, Investment Director at Foresight Group, commented: “Harris Evolution is a high-quality, growing business with a differentiated capability in the refurbishment of occupied environments. The Company benefits from strong repeat customer relationships, an experienced management team and attractive opportunities across student accommodation, hotels, and care. We look forward to working with Kristian, Craig, Dean and the wider team to strengthen the platform and deliver the next phase of growth.” 

Peter Abel, Director at Santander Growth Capital, commented: “We are delighted to support Foresight’s investment into Harris Evolution and to partner with the management team as the business enters an exciting new phase of its development. This investment reflects Santander Growth Capital's continued commitment to supporting ambitious UK businesses with flexible funding solutions that enable management teams to execute their growth plans and realise their long-term potential.” 

Foresight invests in promising growing companies, providing equity or debt to meet the needs of founders and management teams wherever they are on their journey. Foresight recently expanded its regional footprint, opening offices in Bristol and Exeter after reaching a final close of its evergreen £100 million South West Fund. Foresight works collaboratively with the companies it supports, sharing operational insight, guidance and strategic connections to help build resilient and prosperous businesses that deliver strong economic returns and a positive impact on the societies in which they operate.