Leading UAE developer voted tops in hotel, architecture, retail,
residential categories for its RAK portfolio
Al Hamra Real Estate Development (AHRED), was recognised at the
Arabian Property Awards 2015, during a glittering gala ceremony at the JW
Marriott Marquis, Dubai on 12th November, where Ras Al Khaimah’s
largest developer, picked up no less than six awards for its current real
estate portfolio.
“To be recognised in six separate categories, for our innovative
architecture, use of technology, sustainable design and environmentally
friendly masterplan, is testimony of Al Hamra’s capabilities to design and
deliver innovative projects. It
clearly demonstrates our commitment to developing world-class communities that
continually raise the bar in terms of design and function,” said Barry
Ebrahimy, Head of Commercial, Al Hamra Real Estate Development.
The prestigious ‘Hotel Architecture’ category was awarded to the five-star
luxury, beach-front Waldorf Astoria Hotel, which will now compete on the global
stage in London where the World’s Best international winners will be
revealed.
The top award for the
‘Mixed-Use Architecture’ category was bestowed upon Al Hamra’s flagship
development, the one billion dollar Falcon Island project, located next to Waldorf
Astoria. Launched in 2014 and due for handover in 2017, the
2.2 million-square-foot island project is located within the natural lagoon that
forms part of the Al Hamra Village complex and comprises a collection of just
150 luxurious five to eight-bedroom Canal, Beach and Park residences.
The Falcon Island win was
closely followed by a ‘Retail Architecture’ category award for its Manar Mall,
shopping complex, which is currently under an impressive renovation and
expansion plan. Next in line were two awards for its popular Al Hamra Village
community, which bagged the ‘Architecture Multiple Residence’ and ‘Golf
Development’ categories.
The final award was given to Royal Breeze Residence which scooped
the ‘Residential High-Rise Development’ category award. The development offers
a shoreline lifestyle spread across five residential towers with apartments and
penthouses offering 42 up to 670-square metres of space, complemented by stunning
Arabian Gulf or scenic golf course views.
“Exceptional
value-for-money, sustainable rental rate increases and quality construction and
fittings are the cornerstone of Al Hamra’s offering. Not only do we provide an
idyllic family-friendly setting for homeowners we’re also an extremely popular
choice for investors with a range opportunities available across our portfolio,”
added Ebrahimy.
The Arabian Property Awards are part of the long established International
Property Awards, recognised as one of the most prestigious accolades in the
residential and commercial property industries. Following a stringent judging
process, held in London, involving a panel of 80 international experts and
presided over by two members of the UK House of Lords, Al Hamra was rewarded
with the most significant building projects in the region.
Commenting
on the quality of entries, which came from 12 countries across the region,
Stuart Shield, President of the International Property Awards, said: “Once
again, Arabian developers have excelled in this competition by entering a
select number of simply stunning developments. These projects are architecturally
innovative, aesthetically beautiful, highly functional, eco-friendly and feature
state-of-the-art technology.”
Following
its Arabia Property Awards success, AHRED will have
the opportunity to compete against other winning entries from Africa,
Europe, Canada, the Caribbean, USA, Central & South America, the UK and
Asia Pacific to find the ultimate World’s Best in each award category in the
2015/6 International Property Awards.
About Al
Hamra Real Estate Development:
Al Hamra Real Estate
Development is a leading consortium and real estate developer in the Middle
East. It has established itself as a significant and dynamic master planner in
the UAE with world class iconic destinations such as Al Hamra Village and
Falcon Island, and won 10 prestigious awards in the last three years at the
International Property Awards, a symbol of excellence throughout the global
industry. Al Hamra Real Estate Development is located in Ras Al Khaimah on the
shores of the Arabian Gulf, just 45 minutes from Dubai.
