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We have previously talked about the phenomenal growth of the off-plan market in Dubai. This has propelled the launch of several exciting new residential projects in the latter half of this year and has brought several boutique developers to the forefront. One of those developers is Amis Properties, whose inaugural project The Woodland Residences will soon officially launch in MBR City. Omar Gull, Managing Partner at Amis and a former sales specialist for both Emaar and Damac, talks about some of the most notable market trends. In this episode, we cover: - The Woodland Residences and its USP in Dubai's residential market - Omar's experience in real estate working with some of Dubai's most renowned developers - What led to the founding of Amis Properties and Omar's own development company, Cledor - Factors driving the growth of villas and villa communities - How the city is balancing its growth in the luxury segment with the demand for affordable homes - How a new developer can stand out in a heated off-plan market - Outlook for 2024 - The most interesting off-plan developments to watch Comments? Questions? Email our host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠arpan@luxuryproperty.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Luxury Podcast is a production of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LuxuryProperty.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, an award-winning luxury brokerage. Visit our website to learn more. DON’T FORGET TO FOLLOW US: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/the_luxury_podcast/⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TheLuxuryPodcast⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@the.luxury.podcast

Dubai's real estate market is extremely lucrative for professionals from all walks of life, who aim to live the so-called 'Dubai dream' as they market some of the finest homes in the city. But registered brokers number in the tens of thousands - how does any agent stand out and find continued success? Maisie Hopkins, Training and Development Manager at LuxuryProperty.com, has a few tips. In this episode, we cover: - Maisie's background a sales trainer and her experience with BMW - Separating the dream from the reality of working in Dubai real estate - Finding the right brokerage to work for as a new agent - How agents can stand out and highlight their brand in a crowded market - The important of continued development and training - Working smart versus working hard Comments? Questions? Email our host: ⁠⁠⁠arpan@luxuryproperty.com⁠⁠⁠ The Luxury Podcast is a production of ⁠⁠⁠LuxuryProperty.com⁠⁠⁠, an award-winning luxury brokerage. Visit our website to learn more. DON’T FORGET TO FOLLOW US: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/the_luxury_podcast/⁠ Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TheLuxuryPodcast⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@the.luxury.podcast

Dubai has officially become the busiest luxury real estate market in the world with over AED3.1 billion ($850 million) worth of sales for properties priced at $10 million or higher. The off-plan sector has been performing especially well, with off-plan accounting for roughly 61% of all transactions. Mark Richards, Managing Director of LuxuryProperty.com, discusses the incredible growth of Dubai's off-plan market. In this episode, we cover: - Factors driving the off-plan market in 2023 - How the off-plan market has changed in the past 15 years - How developers stay competitive in a busy market - What's next for the off-plan market in 2024 - The most interesting projects to keep an eye on Comments? Questions? Email our host: ⁠⁠arpan@luxuryproperty.com⁠⁠ The Luxury Podcast is a production of ⁠⁠LuxuryProperty.com⁠⁠, an award-winning luxury brokerage. Visit our website to learn more. DON’T FORGET TO FOLLOW US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_luxury_podcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLuxuryPodcast TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@the.luxury.podcast

White glove services are one of the cornerstones of the hospitality industry and are becoming increasingly popular in the luxury residential sector. Truly, there is no greater sense of luxury than being assured that all of life's details are being managed by safe hands while you can enjoy complete peace of mind. Matteo Vigano and Emilie Alvernhe, the founders of First-Class Concierge Services and long-time hospitality experts, talk about what it takes to provide service that has a truly personal touch. In this episode, we cover: - Matteo and Emilie's experiences in the hospitality industry, including working together at Emirates Palace - What led to the founding of first-class concierge services - How anyone in the hospitality industry can take service to the next level - The biggest challenges when dealing with clients and how to overcome them - How Covid has changed the hospitality and service industries - The future of First-Class Concierge Comments? Questions? Email our host: arpan@luxuryproperty.com The Luxury Podcast is a sub-brand of LuxuryProperty.com, an award-winning boutique brokerage. Visit our website to learn more. DON’T FORGET TO FOLLOW US: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LuxuryProperty Facebook: https://facebook.com/LuxuryPropertydotcom Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/luxurypropertycom/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LuxuryProperty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LuxuryProperty.com_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luxury-property-llc

There is no greater luxury in the world than being able to design your own home exactly as you want it, to suit your lifestyle. But the reality of building a home involves a lot of logistics, with various groups to coordinate and deadlines to consider. Fortunately, there are those who can help. Brendan Carbery, Managing Director of Shield Contract Services, talks about the work that his consultancy does across the prime residential market in Dubai, and how he makes the process of building your dream home just a bit easier. In this episode, we cover: - The range of services offered by Shield Contract Services - Brendan's experience in the construction industry and how that led him to found his own business - How the industry has changed since he first started, and post-Covid - The most challenging part of the work that Shield Contract Services does - What the future of the industry is Comments? Questions? Email our host: arpan@luxuryproperty.com The Luxury Podcast is a sub-brand of LuxuryProperty.com, an award-winning boutique brokerage. Visit our website to learn more. DON’T FORGET TO FOLLOW US: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LuxuryProperty Facebook: https://facebook.com/LuxuryPropertydotcom Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/luxurypropertycom/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LuxuryProperty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LuxuryProperty.com_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luxury-property-llc

What makes a hotel stay memorable? When we travel, we appreciate the little things that a five-star property has to offer, from the range of services to the small touches such as a soothing colour palette, hotel slippers, or perhaps heated floors in the bathroom. The rise of short-term rentals and holiday rentals now allows you to enjoy all of the comforts of hotel living in a home away from home. But what if you wanted to create a five-star experience in your own home? Darcy Guttwein, a passionate traveler and lifestyle designer, talks about how to marry hospitality and everyday life, as detailed in her book Hotels to Home. In this episode, we cover: - Darcy's lifestyle journey and the birth of the Hotels to Home concept - Determining your personal hotel brand - Key hospitality elements to incorporate into your own home - The concept of 'no demand' days, which you can use at home and even in the office - How the approach to Hotels to Home has evolved and continues to grow - The future of Hotels to Home as a lifestyle consultancy service Comments? Questions? Email our host: arpan@luxuryproperty.com The Luxury Podcast is a sub-brand of LuxuryProperty.com, an award-winning boutique brokerage. Visit our website to learn more. DON’T FORGET TO FOLLOW US: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LuxuryProperty Facebook: https://facebook.com/LuxuryPropertydotcom Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/luxurypropertycom/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LuxuryProperty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LuxuryProperty.com_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luxury-property-llc

Private membership cards offer a unique range of benefits and privileges, from discounts at some of the best restaurants in the world to exclusively hosted events. Carlo Cisco, the founder of Select Card, talks about how he set up his own private membership program and how he designed it to be very different from the other options out there. In this episode, we cover: - The benefits associated with the Select Card - What makes Select unique in comparison to other membership programs - How Carlo finds the best brands to partner with - Carlo's entrepreneurial journey and what led to the founding of Select - The impact of Covid and rising interest rates on business - Global expansion plans for Select and what else to expect in the future Comments? Questions? Email our host: arpan@luxuryproperty.com The Luxury Podcast is a sub-brand of LuxuryProperty.com, an award-winning boutique brokerage. Visit our website to learn more. DON’T FORGET TO FOLLOW US: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LuxuryProperty Facebook: https://facebook.com/LuxuryPropertydotcom Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/luxurypropertycom/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LuxuryProperty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LuxuryProperty.com_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luxury-property-llc

Sustainability is a concept that every industry is looking at very closely, with the aim of creating the best possible product that is also good for the environment. O2 Monde is a boutique footwear brand that champions the idea of sustainability with shoes that are completely vegan, made of unique plan-based materials through a process that has a low carbon footprint. Mirco Scoccia, the brains behind O2 Monder, talks about his love of shoe design, his experience in the industry and what led him to create his own brand. In this episode, we cover: - Mirco's brackground in shoe design, starting from his childhood in Italy - His experience working with brands like Bottega Veneta, Tory Burch and Cole Haan, among others - What led to the formation of O2 Monde, and what the brand represents - The intricacies and the challenges involved in vegan, sustainable shoe design - Mirco's design philosophy - What we can expect from O2 Monde in the future Comments? Questions? Email our host: arpan@luxuryproperty.com The Luxury Podcast is a sub-brand of LuxuryProperty.com, an award-winning boutique brokerage. Visit our website to learn more. DON’T FORGET TO FOLLOW US: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LuxuryProperty Facebook: https://facebook.com/LuxuryPropertydotcom Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/luxurypropertycom/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LuxuryProperty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LuxuryProperty.com_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luxury-property-llc

A pen is one of the most indispensable tools that you can have - whether you are writing out a grocery list or signing an important contract. But some pens are so much more than that - they are style statements, fashion pieces and can offer a great insight into your personality. Michael Kahwajy-Hyland is the founder of Turning Point Pen Co., a manufacturer of luxury pens that is changing the face of the industry. But pen design is just one of many passions that define this unique and multifaceted individual. In this episode, we cover: - Michael's background in craftsmanship and the formation of Turning Point Pen Co - How Michael is changing some of the standard practices of the luxury pen manufacturing industry - The design process behind a pen and the challenges that come with it - Michael's other varied interests including motivational speaking and Lebanese folk dancing - How the pen industry endures in an age of virtual assistants and online writing tools Comments? Questions? Email our host: arpan@luxuryproperty.com The Luxury Podcast is a sub-brand of LuxuryProperty.com, an award-winning boutique brokerage. Visit our website to learn more. DON’T FORGET TO FOLLOW US: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LuxuryProperty Facebook: https://facebook.com/LuxuryPropertydotcom Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/luxurypropertycom/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LuxuryProperty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LuxuryProperty.com_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luxury-property-llc

In Dubai, there is perhaps no better time to be a real estate agent than the present. The market has hit some phenomenal highs over the past 18 months, and it seems the best is yet to come. However, it's important to understand that a fast-moving market doesn't guarantee instant success. For all aspiring real estate brokers, there are several different factors to keep in mind. Mark Richards, Sales Director at award-winning luxury brokerage LuxuryProperty.com (and parent company of The Luxury Podcast) provides his view on the market, and  the most important tools for finding success. In this episode, we cover: - The post-Covid performance of Dubai real estate and the impact of the East European conflict - What a post-Expo landscape would look like in Dubai - How the market has changed since the mid-2000's - How the skillset of a real estate agent has expanded with the times - The most important advice for new real estate agents - Goals for 2022 Comments? Questions? Email our host: arpan@luxuryproperty.com The Luxury Podcast is a sub-brand of LuxuryProperty.com, an award-winning boutique brokerage. Visit our website to learn more. DON’T FORGET TO FOLLOW US: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LuxuryProperty Facebook: https://facebook.com/LuxuryPropertydotcom Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/luxurypropertycom/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LuxuryProperty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LuxuryProperty.com_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luxury-property-llc

Art is one of Dubai's hidden gems - while the city is best known for the artistry of its architecture and incredibly picturesque landmarks, there is an art movement that has been growing and evolving at a rapid pace. Paola Marucci, the co-founder of Italy's Oblong Contemporary Gallery, talks about how the art scene is developing in Dubai, the role Oblong plays in promoting art across the Middle East, the rise of NFTs, and how art forms one of the foundations of the city's future growth. In this episode, we cover: - The history and concept of Oblong Contemporary Gallery - The definition of 'contemporary art', and how Oblong curates works for its collection - The growth and development of art in Dubai and Oblong's promotion of artistic expression - How the pandemic affected the global art world - NFTs and the role they play in the future of art - Planned exhibitions at Oblong this year, and a continued appreciation of art in all forms Comments? Questions? Email our host: arpan@luxuryproperty.com The Luxury Podcast is a sub-brand of LuxuryProperty.com, an award-winning boutique brokerage. Visit our website to learn more. DON’T FORGET TO FOLLOW US: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LuxuryProperty Facebook: https://facebook.com/LuxuryPropertydotcom Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/luxurypropertycom/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LuxuryProperty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LuxuryProperty.com_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luxury-property-llc

The real estate market across the world saw an uplift in 2021, especially key markets like Dubai, London and New York. There were over $30bn worth of sales closed in the prime New York market, and 2022 looks to be even bigger. SERHANT, the brokerage firm founded by celebrity realtor Ryan Serhant, took over the marketing and sales of a luxury condominium building in Manhattan known as The Westly. Talia McKinney, who is part of the sales team at SERHANT and specialises in The Westly, comes on the show to talk about what makes this New York's hottest residential project. In this episode, we cover: - What drew SERHANT to The Westly - The incredible architecture and design of the building - World-class amenities available at The Westly - What makes the Upper West Side one of Manhattan's most prestigious neighbourhoods - Outlook for the New York real estate market in 2022 - What's next for SERHANT Comments? Questions? Email our host: arpan@luxuryproperty.com The Luxury Podcast is a sub-brand of LuxuryProperty.com, an award-winning boutique brokerage. Visit our website to learn more. DON’T FORGET TO FOLLOW US: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LuxuryProperty Facebook: https://facebook.com/LuxuryPropertydotcom Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/luxurypropertycom/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LuxuryProperty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LuxuryProperty.com_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luxury-property-llc

Since they were first announced a few years ago, Golden Visas in the UAE have been the source of much speculation and discussion. What are the exact criteria? How does it differ from a standard long-term visa? What are the exact benefits? Grant Kirk, COO of Synergy Gulf, is the man who can answer those questions. As someone who works with local and international clients on a regular basis to help with visa processes, business incorporation and more, Grant can tell you exactly what you need to know before starting your new life in Dubai. In this episode, we cover: - An exciting new announcement concerning changes to the working week in the UAE - The definition and scope of a Golden Visa, plus the process to obtain one - The other services offered by Synergy Gulf, particularly for HNWI clients - The impact of both Covid-19 and Expo 2020 on Dubai's business landscape - What to expect from an ever-evolving city like Dubai in 2022 and beyond Comments? Questions? Email our host: arpan@luxuryproperty.com The Luxury Podcast is a sub-brand of LuxuryProperty.com, an award-winning boutique brokerage. Visit our website to learn more. DON’T FORGET TO FOLLOW US: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LuxuryProperty Facebook: https://facebook.com/LuxuryPropertydotcom Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/luxurypropertycom/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LuxuryProperty Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LuxuryProperty.com_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/luxury-property-llc