Millionaires are increasingly changing their priorities when it comes to homeownership in favour of luxury rentals, a fundamental change in how the wealthy approach housing. Walk through any luxury development in Miami, Dubai, or London today, and you'll find millionaires who could easily afford to buy but are now choosing to rent. In 2025 branded residence rentals are becoming the ultimate choice for...
One of the most exclusive branded residences developments for sale in the Caribbean, Mandarin Oriental Residences, Grand Cayman are now available to purchase with Cryptocurrencies, according to the project's developers Melkonian Capital Management and RAL Companies. This bold and innovative decision by the developers of the project, aligns with the Cayman Islands’ growing reputation as a global...
Asia's luxury residences market, especially hotel branded projects (branded residences) has exploded in recent years. According to Savills, the market share of branded real estate development is gradually shifting to Asia Pacific where the number of branded residences is expected to increase by 180% over the forecast period until 2031. Cities like Bangkok, Manila, Hanoi and have become hotbeds for...
Once in a while, a branded residence development comes along that simply takes your breath away. Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Residence, is one such project. Set on the secluded Ummahat Island, accessible only by private boat or seaplane, this collection of 19 world class villas embodies exclusivity, adventure and relaxation. The architecture draws from the Red Sea’s dunes and shells, offering...
Mira Developments, a leading UAE-based real estate developer, hosted an exclusive three day mastermind retreat in Salalah, Oman, bringing together over 100 prominent real estate professionals, including top brokers, visionary architects, and representatives from leading luxury lifestyle brands. With a focus on collaboration, the company previewed it's current portfolio of luxury branded real estate...
Shamal Holding has unveiled "Naïa Island Dubai" hosting the region’s first Cheval Blanc maison. The luxurious private island will offer suites, villas and a limited collection of luxury branded residences to own. The maison will be crafted in Cheval Blanc’s signature style: modern, tranquil, with emotionally evocative luxury. A Landmark Partnership in Dubai Shamal Holding, a Dubai...
Hotel branded residences combine private homeownership with the services and prestige of globally recognised hotel brands. Luxury international homes under the world's best hotel brands provide owners access to high end amenities, five star service standards and much more. One key advantage, are the VIP benefits and the status that homeowners enjoy, this includes the enrolment in elite hotel loyalty...
Roberto Cavalli’s first Mediterranean real estate venture, a €200 million collaboration with Leptos Estates, introduces Cavalli by Limassol Blu Marine, a 30 storey beachfront tower in Limassol, Cyprus. This project is the first Cavalli branded residential development in the region, bringing Italian sophistication and a new standard of luxury branded living to Cyprus. Project Overview Valued...
Hospitality group Southern Sun has entered into a landmark agreement to introduce its first branded hotel residences Southern Sun Hotel & Residences Oceans Umhlanga, as part of the R5 billion ($275 million) Oceans Umhlanga mixed-use development in South Africa. The masterplan for Oceans Umhlanga includes the Oceans Mall, a five-star Radisson Blu Durban Umhlanga Hotel, and the recently launched...
Global Branded Residences (GBR) the leading advisory firm specialising in branded residential development, has officially launched in Asia Pacific. The launch is further marked by the senior appointment of Anna Carver as Business Development and Brand Selection and Negotiation Manager for the region. Global Branded Residences (GBR) The founder and director of Global Branded Residences is Riyan...