Indigo Properties to unveil “ZEN” - its biggest project ever at Cityscape

Indigo Properties to unveil “ZEN” - its biggest project ever at Cityscape

United Arab Emirates - Dubai, 16^th September 2014:   Dubai Developer, Indigo Properties, with a history of over a decade of developing excellence in Residential and Commercial  properties will showcase a revolutionary masterpiece development the UAE has yet to see - “Zen” by Indigo. Zen means living in harmony within natural surroundings. Far from boxy, cramped styled villas, Zen is inspired from the best communities and resorts in Southeast Asia and all over the world. The project is spread across 4.5 Million sq ft of land in Dubai Golf City to include retail areas, clubhouses, several parks, play areas, jogging tracks, streams, meditation nooks, sunken pavilions and covered outdoor seating.

“Home is a tropical paradise” is Zen’s call to all home lovers and investors looking to live within a lush green community inspired from the tropical resorts of the far east which consists of 346 Villas along gentle meandering paths set among free-flowing streams and lush tropical foliage. The community comprises of villas and townhouse that range from 4000 sq. ft to 10000 sq. and comprise of 3,4, 5 and 6 bedrooms

Mr. Dev Maitra, CEO, Indigo Properties said, “We plan to start construction in the 1st quarter of 2015 and plan to finish in 24-28 months. We will launch “Zen” by Indigo sales during the Cityscape Global exhibition held in Dubai from 21-23 September 2014.”

He further added, “Our attention to design and details sets our projects apart from others. Our first project, Indigo Tower, won an award for best looking tower in JLT by the master developer, DMCC. Our commercial project Indigo Central has attracted tenants of the highest caliber including the likes of ADNIC, Etihad, Reem Al Bawadi, Emirates REIT, ADCB and Canon etc. We are proud of the fact that we have weathered the economic downturn during 2008-2011 and have come out stronger.”

At the upcoming Cityscape exhibition, Indigo Properties will showcase the project across  195 square meters in Hall 3, stand no. 3H20 from 10am – 7pm.

Some of Indigo’s current projects include a 70 villa development called Orange Lake situated at Jumeirah Golf Estates that’s scheduled for completion by the end of the year. Indigo Spectrum 1 and Indigo Optima are two buildings located in International city that would also see completion this year. Indigo will also deliver the last 35% of the 171 Townhouse development in Jumeirah Village called Indigo Ville over the next 8 months.

Till date, Indigo Properties have completed construction and handover of over 1.4 Million square feet of property in Dubai. Mr. Dev said, “We expect to deliver another one million square feet over the next one year by completing various under construction developments. We started out with the launch of two towers but most of our projects now are horizontal – i.e. villas and townhouses. We are well poised to launch our next masterpiece “Zen by Indigo at Cityscape Dubai.”

For more information on “Zen” by Indigo, please visit www.zenbyindigo.com or call on 04-4380888 and email info@indigoproperties.ae

About Indigo Properties

Established in 2004, Indigo Properties is driven by four directors who are passionate about offering the best in design, innovation, excellence and trust. Indigo Properties takes an independent and individual approach to developments, because they understand that each client they are building for is an individual with their own unique needs. This approach is backed by a solid understanding of the creation of beautiful and functional forms, married with years of experience. The company strives for the timely delivery of each project – from small personal spaces through to large scale residential and commercial projects by harnessing the energy and intelligence of everyone who works with them. For further information, please visit   www.indigoproperties.ae

Seven Tides is announcing the release of the exclusive Anantara Residences penthouses at Cityscape Global 2014

• Seven Tides is announcing the release of the exclusive Anantara Residences penthouses at Cityscape Global 2014. 
• The penthouses are priced from AED 20.5 million (US$5.5 million) up to AED 40 million (US$10.9 million). 
• To date, two penthouses have been sold with the remaining available units offering between 7,468 and 13,478 -square feet of shell and core space. ​

Priced from AED20.5 million ($5.5 million) up to AED40 million, comparable spend in other high profile international cities would get you a 2,691-square foot five-bedroom furnished penthouse overlooking the Esplanade des Invalides in Paris' 19th arrondissement; the top floor of a former palace in Rome with 4,575-square feet of space and Tiber river views or, for a little extra, a three-level, seven terrace and two elevator penthouse in Vancouver's Grace Tower, the statement said.

Residents can also use facilities in the adjacent five-star Anantara Dubai Palm Jumeirah, Resort & Spa including gym, lagoon pools, dining and entertainment venues, spa and private stretch of beach.
Bin Sulayem also confirmed that 70 percent of the one and two-bedroom units in the South Tower have already been sold, with the recently released North Tower also performing well.

"Our clients are true global citizens, with buyers from around the world including GCC nationals, Russians, Asians and Europeans; and so Cityscape Global offers us another great platform through which we can reach out to prospective investors," he said.

Seven Tides guarantees an eight percent yield for potential buyers who have the opportunity to enter in its residences hotel scheme, which gives the owner access to their own property for four weeks per year with the remaining weeks let and managed by the Anantara Hotel.

Crystal Lagoons announces opening of regional headquarters ahead of Cityscape in Dubai

Crystal Lagoons announces opening of regional headquarters ahead of Cityscape in Dubai

The burgeoning Middle East market highlighted with opening of new Crystal Lagoons Tecom office; total regional project value of $12.5 billion, including the world’s largest manmade lagoon at Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City – District One

Dubai, 17 September 2014: Multinational Crystal Lagoons Corp. the patented technology developer of giant crystalline lagoons has outlined the company’s commitment to the Middle East with the unveiling of their new regional office in Dubai at Cityscape Global.

Patented in 160 countries worldwide, Crystal Lagoons has projects in the region totalling $12.5 billion and has already showcased developments in the luxury resort of Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt, two developments in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – including the recently launched Prince Sultan Cultural Centre, two developments in Dubai as well as projects in Jordon and Oman.  

“Developers are highly impressed with the transformation Crystal Lagoons can make to any piece of land. Our technology has enabled client sites, with little previous value to be made, more valuable by the creation of waterfront and destination driven real estate,” said Kevin P Morgan, CEO, Crystal Lagoons.

The company’s cutting-edge technology, which was pioneered by Crystal Lagoons Corp. Founder and Chairman Fernando Fischmann, will be showcased at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City – District One residential community, the lagoon has been flooded and is set to form the world’s largest manmade lagoon, covering 40 hectares, almost four-times bigger than the world’s largest existing lagoon.

“The initial stage of the lagoon at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City – District One has been completed on schedule and it is no longer a concept, it is now a reality and I’m extremely confident the development will be a major success. The ambition of Dubai goes in hand-in-hand with Crystal Lagoons. Vision and recognising that something of this magnitude can be achieved has been prevalent throughout.

“We are extremely proud of our partnership with Meydan Sobha and believe this development will set a benchmark for the rest of the world.   Crystal Lagoons also believes the timing of the launch of the project is quite unique as it will be enjoyed for all to see at the World Fair in 2020,” added Morgan.

It is through the use of technology that Crystal Lagoons’ designs are exceptionally sustainable. They use up to 100 times less chemicals than conventional swimming pools and consume up to 2% of the energy needed by standard filtration systems. In addition Crystal Lagoons use up to ten times less water than irrigating an 18-hole golf course and it can operate in any type of water, whether salt, fresh or brackish.

“Our lagoons are not just sustainable, they comply with the most stringent international water quality standards and our permanent telemetric monitoring, operation and control, ensures optimum water quality and an ecofriendly environment,” added Morgan.   

Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City – District One will feature luxury residences and will deliver a phenomenal range of features and activities including parks, man-made beaches, water sports, and even a world-class equestrian club with riding trails. The development will also feature a promenade with a wide selection of stores, restaurants, cafes, lively bistros and entertainment options.

Together,  the developer Meydan Sobha aim to develop this community of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City – District One into one of the world’s prime residential locations, delivering a new, vibrant ‘green heart’ for Dubai.

The development’s bespoke Sales Centre and nine Model Homes will offer customers a glimpse into their future life surrounded by nature in the heart of Dubai. In addition to the sales centre and model homes, visitors will experience the world-leading Crystal Lagoon water feature and extensive landscaping. Set to redefine upscale community living, Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City – District One is located just four minutes away from Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall.

The only global company with the technological capability to make the development of giant bodies of water economically viable, Crystal Lagoons is positioning itself as offering a unique product differentiator to high-profile tourism and real estate projects around the world.

Visit Crystal Lagoons at Cityscape Global at Hall 2 stand 2G30.

ABOUT CRYSTAL LAGOONS

Crystal Lagoons Corporation is an international innovation company that has developed and patented technology that allows for the low-cost construction and maintenance of unlimited size bodies of water in crystal-clear condition. Patented in 160 countries, Crystal Lagoons’ technology applications range widely from its recreational business, which brings the dream of idyllic beach life to any corner of the world, to its industrial variations in closed-circuit cooling, water desalination and applications for the mining industry. The technology was pioneered by Fernando Fischmann, the founder and chairman of Crystal Lagoons Corporation.  A trained biochemist, Fischmann patented the technology and founded Crystal Lagoons Corporation in 2007. In less than three years since its formation, Crystal Lagoons Corporation has seen exponential growth and is currently involved in over 300 projects in more than 60 countries, including Egypt, Jordan, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Singapore, Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, Peru, Paraguay and United States.

Falconcity of Wonders announces its participation at Cityscape Global 2014 for the 10th consecutive year

Falconcity of Wonders announces its participation at

Cityscape Global 2014 for the 10^th consecutive year

17^th September 2014, Dubai: Falconcity of Wonders (FCW), the multipurpose mega project being developed across Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, today announced its participation at Cityscape Global 2014, the Middle East's biggest real estate event running from 21^st to 23^rd september 2014 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Dubai. During the three-day exhibition, the company will unveil many vital MOUs and deals that add value to the multipurpose mega project.

H.E Salem Al Moosa, the Chairman and GM of Falconcity of Wonders said, “This is going to be our tenth successful year at Cityscape Global, the region’s biggest real estate event. Cityscape Global has helped us in building a continuing relationship with our clients and investors by bringing to their notice the achievements that Falconcity of Wonders have attained, and has consistently provided us with the best platform to share our success story.”

“We are anxious to meet our guests at Cityscape Global and present to them Falconcity of Wonders’ ultra-modern facilities of luxury and convenience,” concluded Al Moosa.

This year, Falconcity of Wonders is giving visitors at Cityscape Global an opportunity to explore diverse, freehold real estate investments with attractive payment plans, including townhouses, detached and semi-detached villas with a choice of three to five bedrooms, located within an exclusive gated community in the heart of new Dubai. Beautifully designed and available in different sizes and styles, all the villas are equipped with home automation systems. During the exhibition, multi-use plots with 5 to 60 floors and various built-up areas & heights will also be presented to investors.

The residential villas at the Falconcity of Wonders are situated in the falcon wings section   and guarantee a superb lifestyle for owners, who have an option to choose a house design from distinctive styles. Complementing the villas are ultra-modern facilities offering luxury and convenience. The villas are surrounded by nature with parks as well as children’s play areas for a relaxed and far from the city noise atmosphere.

Falconcity of Wonders will have a dedicated team of professionals available throughout the three-day exhibition to promote the project and accommodate those who would like to know more about the project.

About Falconcity of Wonders

FCW is a multipurpose mega project being developed within New Dubai, featuring structures based on famous sites and architectural marvels of the world, such as the Pyramids, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Eiffel Tower, the Taj Mahal and the Leaning Tower of Pisa.

The city is shaped to represent the falcon, emblematic of the UAE heritage. The project is spread over an area of more than 3.8 million square meters (41 million square feet) and will combine various commercial, residential, educational and leisure amenities with entertainment facilities, and will include apartments, villas, shopping malls, hotels, restaurants, health clubs and spas, and schools & parks. FCW is built as the most ambitious destination, created to appeal to the widest audience and covering all age groups and nationalities.

Omniyat unveils gleaming residential twin-tower project in Dubai’s Burj Khalifa District

Omniyat unveils gleaming residential twin-tower project in Dubai’s Burj Khalifa District

‘The Sterling By Omniyat’, expressively designed to impress, bears distinctive touches of world-renowned interior designer, Steve Leung

Dubai, UAE, 17 September 2014: Omniyat, a leading development group in the Middle East, unveiled today The Sterling By Omniyat, a gleaming twin-tower project in the prestigious Burj Khalifa District.

The distinguished project consists of two striking towers that feature intelligent architecture and crafted interiors that have an identity of their own. The towers are designed to allow owners to indulge in an ultimate urban lifestyle experience, the connoisseurs of fine living who accept nothing but perfection, according to Mr. Mark Phoenix, Managing Director, of Omniyat group.

Phoenix said: “It is a matter of pride for Omniyat group to unveil this exciting new project that boasts distinguished and distinctive aspects in terms of design and luxury, in Dubai’s most sought-after Burj Khalifa District.”

He added: “Enormous efforts have gone into conceptualizing and executing The Sterling by Omniyat. We are very pleased with the final product, as we were able to bring to fruition the vision we had in our mind, and we are confident it will appeal strongly to customers who love living in Downtown Dubai. Expressively designed to impress, The East House and The West House of The Sterling by Omniyat will set a new benchmark in residential living in the region. The project also contains two separate retail areas spread over 10,147 sq. ft.”

Steve Leung, the internationally acclaimed interior designer, is the mastermind behind The Sterling’s interiors. His design concepts pervade every part, from the grand entrances to corridors and apartments. Both towers bear the stamp of Steve and his team’s aesthetic vision. Phoenix said: “Little wonder, Steve has impressed the most difficult-to-please customers for decades and created designs that have stood the test of time.”

Phoenix added: “The Sterling synthesizes Downtown business smartness with happening chic. Steve’s touches welcome you the minute you step inside the public spaces. A startling balance of minimalism and warmth take over your senses. Steve’s designs are contemporary, elevating the idea of home – with a touch of Sterling Silver.”

Phoenix elaborated: “The twin towers of The Sterling by Omniyat have interlinked halls that make up the lobby, retail spaces, and the elevated gardens. The East House and The West House come with different apartment sizes and layouts to suit the lifestyle expectations of discerning customers.”

“The East House of The Sterling by Omniyat consists of 157 units, including 26 studios, 70 one-bedroom, 42 two-bedroom, 10 three-bedroom, 2 penthouses and 7 townhouses. The West House consists of 155 units that include 26 studios, 72 one-bedroom, 38 two-bedroom, 10 three-bedroom, 2 penthouses and 7 townhouses.”

“We will reveal some more exciting details about this project during Cityscape Global 2014. We have lined up a series of elite new projects for showcasing at the premier event. Our participation in this year’s edition will be the biggest to date,” concluded Phoenix.

Asteco to unveil unique franchise model to the Middle East at Cityscape Dubai

Asteco to unveil unique franchise model to the Middle East at Cityscape Dubai

Leading property services company to franchise its 30-year old brand and successful business model to independent real estate agents and start-up brokerages

Asteco, the Middle East’s largest independent full service real estate company, is to enter the franchise arena with the launch of a new Licensing Services division, the first-of-its-kind in the region.

Showcased at this year’s Cityscape Global exhibition, taking place 21-23 September 2014 at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre (DICEC), the franchise opportunity has been created to offer real estate companies, independent realtors and regional entrepreneurs looking to diversify their existing businesses, or launch a start-up, access to Asteco’s 30-year brand pedigree and its successful business model.

Asteco is the only locally established, full service real estate business offering this bespoke franchise opportunity. The company has witnessed incredible growth in the last 30 years and in the process built a strong regional presence with a network of offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Al Ain, Jordon and Qatar.

Commenting about the franchise opportunity, in what is a highly competitive industry, market specialist, John Stevens, Managing Director at Asteco said:

“The launch of the new licensing services division will allow us to further propagate the strength of the Asteco brand, image and reputation through an aligned franchisee network, delivering a successful tried and tested sales and leasing brokerage model by trusted and capable partners.

“Franchising is becoming an increasingly popular model around the world, as the only locally established, full service real estate business offering such a unique and bespoke proposition we fully expect interest to be high; already we have received numerous requests,” he added.

Potential franchisees will benefit from direct tailored access to the Asteco brand, tailored setup support services if required, bespoke operating area’s, regional brand visibility and access to an enviable sales and leasing portfolio, predominantly appointed on sole exclusive mandates, that listed in excess of AED 2.1 billion’ worth of sales properties and 1.5 million square feet of leasable space in 2013/14. It doesn’t stop there, instant membership of Asteco’s influential network and 24/7 online marketing support are also provided.

“Many of today’s real estate brokers weren’t even born when Asteco was founded 30 years ago, and many more have no conception of the UAE real estate sector prior to freehold sales to expatriates. We know our business model works, our record speaks for itself - over 7,000 units sold to date generating AED12.8 billion in revenue,” added Stevens.

The licensing model will also provide partners with a high value referrals service, access to Asteco’s dedicated intranet with a comprehensive range of resources, regular communication and updates, as well as use of the industry-leading real estate software and CRM platform.

Asteco is one of the regions few all-round management companies offering a range of services including asset management, sales, leasing, valuation & advisory, sales management and owner association.

“This is a market-first for Asteco moreover for the industry in the region and we are looking to develop franchisees who are equally passionate, service-oriented, commercially astute and credible professionals; working with them to grow their own businesses with our brand presence in what is one of the most dynamic, challenging and fastest developing markets in the world,” remarked Stevens.

For more details, please call +971 600 54 7773 or visit www.asteco.com

Asteco is located in hall 2, stand number 2B30, at Cityscape Global.

Asteco, a major regional and international real estate services firm and the largest property services company in the United Arab Emirates, was founded in Dubai in 1985.  Asteco offers independent market analysis, design development consultancy and valuation services, sales and leasing services, as well as asset and property management services.