Travellers seeking a stay along the Piraeus waterfront will soon have a new reason to visit Piraeus with the opening of Wyndham Residences Piraeus Marina Zeas, a branded residences development from Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and DKG Development, a fast-growing Greek real estate investment and development company. Set along the seafront of Marina Zeas, one of the most prominent waterfront locations in the Attica region, the property strengthens Wyndham’s presence in Greece while tapping into the growing appeal of Piraeus as both a gateway to the Greek islands and an emerging destination in its own right. Welcoming over 20 million […]

Meraas, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has awarded Parkway International Contracting (L.L.C.) a main construction contract worth more than AED 590 million for the delivery of 394 apartments across four residential buildings as part of Phase 3 at City Walk Crestlane. Construction has already commenced, with completion anticipated by Q3 2028. Khalid Al Malik, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Holding Real Estate, said: “Crestlane’s continued expansion reflects sustained demand for design-led urban living in central Dubai. This main construction award advances the next stage of delivery, building on City Walk’s distinctive combination of high-quality homes and an established walkable […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, is participating in the 22nd edition of the International Property Show (IPS), taking place from 7-9 September 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). At its stand, B-02 in Hall 4, the company will present its complete portfolio of residential and mixed-use developments across the UAE, offering visitors, investors and brokers a comprehensive look at its completed communities, ongoing projects and new launches, including its newly announced master-planned community in Sharjah, Azizi Florence. During the three-day event, from 7 to 9 September, Azizi will offer a special 4% discount and a […]

HOLM Developments has announced its entry into the Georgian market following the signing of an international investment and development agreement with Ambassadori Island Batumi. The agreement represents an investment of more than US$250 million and will see HOLM develop a 140,000 sqm multifunctional complex within Ambassadori Island, marking the company’s first major international expansion. The agreement was signed by Sergey Avayan, CEO of HOLM Developments, and Gocha Kamkia, CEO of Ambassadori Island Batumi. “This marks an important new chapter for HOLM. Georgia offers strong potential, and Ambassadori Island gives us the opportunity to bring our experience and development standards to a […]

Zoya Developments has launched The Laureates, a new annual platform designed to celebrate excellence, strengthen partnerships and inspire higher performance across Dubai’s real estate brokerage community. By recognising outstanding achievements among brokers and channel partners, the initiative aims to foster a culture of healthy competition and collaboration that supports the continued growth and maturity of Dubai’s real estate sector. Held at The Ritz-Carlton, DIFC, the inaugural edition brought together more than 1000 real estate professionals and brokerage representatives for an evening centred on performance, partnership and the next phase of Zoya’s growth. Rather than positioning recognition as a one-off gesture, Zoya has established […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) figures for August show transaction volumes down 37% and sale values down 44% year-on-year. Taken alone, the headline numbers describe a market in decline. Set against the detail of the same DLD dataset, broken down by betterhomes across off-plan and secondary activity, price segments and individual communities, a more specific picture emerges: buyers who remain active are committing earlier, paying more per transaction, and concentrating around new, branded and landmark product rather than the speculative resale trade that characterised the past two years. Five patterns from the data illustrate the shift. Off-plan villa demand strengthened in […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) has launched the ‘Initial Registration’ platform to streamline the developer journey and integrate project registration, real estate transaction registration and escrow account management. By deploying artificial intelligence, automating processes and delivering more efficient and transparent digital services, the platform supports the sector’s readiness for growth and reinforces Dubai’s position as a global destination for real estate investment. The launch of the platform aligns with the announcement by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai of a new government framework aimed at enabling 50% of […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has recorded significant progress at its premium residential project, Azizi Grand, officially reaching 94% overall construction completion. The project has achieved 100% completion across all core structural and internal build stages, including the main framework, blockwork, internal plastering, and tiling. Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) infrastructure stands at 94%, supported by HVAC mechanical systems at 93%. External works have advanced to 67%, with dedicated swimming pool leisure facilities tracking at 64%, keeping the development firmly on schedule for its completion timeline. With primary civil works completed, on-site operations are now focused […]

Nikki Bisiker Design Studio has completed the design of a new Elysian Mansion villa in Tilal Al Ghaf, with the project now into the interior execution phase. The milestone project reflects the studio’s expanded scope across architecture, interiors, landscaping, FF&E, procurement and bespoke detailing. Set within the exclusive Elysian Mansions community, the villa spans basement, ground floor, first floor and rooftop, bringing together a calm, serene atmosphere with an eclectic design language shaped by travel, craftsmanship and nature. The residence is defined by rich layers of natural wood, organic textures and a soft, composed material palette that creates a sense […]