Luxury Custom Home Builder of the Year 2024 - Westchester County & Client Service Excellence Award 2024 With more than 40 years of experience developing high-end homes across New York’s Westchester County and Greenwich, Connecticut, every project carried out by KOSL Building is defined by a premium location and quality craftsmanship. Offering turnkey services that cover every element of new home construction, the team here, including President Bobby Ben-Simon and Vice President Oran Ben-Simon, oversee everything from property acquisition and planning design to financial solutions and construction management, streamlining the process for their clients. www.build-review.com KOSL BUILDING - WWW.KOSLBUILDING.COM - [email protected]
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Contents Real Estate & Property Awards BUILD Real Estate and Property Awards 2024 BUILD Magazine is proud to announce the return of the Real Estate and Property Awards. Now in its tenth year, this esteemed award celebrates the outstanding achievements and innovations within the Real Estate and Property Industry. The global Real Estate Market is projected to reach an astonishing $637.8 trillion by the end of 2024, underscoring its immense growth and significance. As the market expands, it will become increasingly competitive, with developers, investors, and buyers all striving to capitalise on emerging opportunities. Despite the challenges posed by rising mortgage rates in recent years, optimism is on the horizon. Economic policies to stabilise interest rates and innovative financial solutions are expected to provide relief, making property investments more accessible and attractive. This positive outlook indicates a promising future for the Real Estate sector, driven by resilience and adaptability. Sustainability has become a universal demand within the Real Estate Industry, driving a significant shift towards more environmentally responsible building practices. Energy efficiency is now a top priority for builders and property owners, as they recognise the long-term benefits of reduced energy consumption and lower operating costs. Additionally, the need for climateresilient buildings, capable of withstanding extreme weather events and adapting to changing environmental conditions, is increasingly shaping the construction landscape. These trends highlight that sustainability is not just a consideration but a cornerstone of modern real estate practices, guiding the industry towards a greener, more resilient future. This growing emphasis on sustainable development is setting new standards and expectations, ensuring that the Real Estate sector contributes positively to global environmental goals while meeting the demands of contemporary society. Sofi Parry- Senior Editor Phone: +44 (0) 203 970 0010 Website: www.build-review.com Sofi Parry- Senior Editor Joshua Beardsmore- Writer Kita Thomas- Writer Emma Hunt- Creative Manager Lauren Baldwin- Graphic Designer Editorial Team No information contained on or in this website constitutes investment advice or an offer to invest or to provide management services and is subject to correction, completion and amendment without notice. Neither AI nor any of its associated entities are authorised to give financial advice of any nature nor are they regulated by the Financial Services Authority. Prior to making any investment, AI recommends that any prospective investor should consult with its own investment, accounting, legal and tax advisers to evaluate independently the risks, consequences and suitability of that investment. AI Global Media, Ltd. (AI) takes reasonable measures to ensure the quality of the information on this web site. However, AI will not assume any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, correctness or completeness of any information that is available through this web site. If errors are brought to our attention, we will try to correct them. The information available through the website and our partner publications is for your general information and use and is not intended to address any particular finance or investment requirements. In particular, the information does not constitute any form of advice or recommendation by us or any of our partner publications and is not intended to be relied upon by users in making or refraining from making any investment or financial decisions. Appropriate independent advice should be obtained before making any such decision. Any arrangement made between you and any third party named in the site is at your sole risk and responsibility.
5. KOSL Building: Luxury Custom Home Builder of the Year 2024 - Westchester County & Client Service Excellence Award 2024 6. Reventon: Property Investment Company of the Year 2024 – Australia 7. Investment Rise: Best Investment Property Buyers Agency 2024 - Australia 8. Base Lockwood Lettings & Management: Best Property Lettings & Management Company 2024 - Lincolnshire & Customer Service Excellence Award 2024 9. Grosvenor: Best Philanthropic Real Estate Investment Management Agency 2024 - North America & Urban Property Development Sustainability Champion of the Year 2024 (USA): Tanja Milosevic 10. D.R. Indiana Realty: Best Full-Service Real Estate Agency 2024 – Indiana & BUILD Excellence Award in Customer Service 2024 11. Xcellence: Best Luxury Real Estate Agency 2024 - Costa Blanca 12. Your Surveyors Ltd: Residential Surveyors of the Year 2024 - South East England 13. JAP: Best Boutique Real Estate Law Firm 2024 – Spain & Client Service Excellence Award 2024 14. Where Safety Meets Aesthetic: Making Safe Floors Trendy 15. Embrace Smart Technology to Create a Greener Smart Building Experience Contents
BUILD Real Estate and Property Awards 2024 Luxury Custom Home Builder of the Year 2024 - Westchester County & Client Service Excellence Award 2024 The world of real estate is full of complexity, making stability and consistency top priorities for both industry professionals and consumers alike. With numerous factors impacting the process of achieving the ultimate goal, it is imperative to work with credible firms who provide results. Here at BUILD, we analyse and identify those businesses that excel in addressing the sophisticated needs within the real estate market and the magnitude of their performance. One such business is New York’s KOSL Building, where we had the pleasure of catching up with Oran to find out more about this multi-awardwinning business. KOSL Building has consistently been renowned as an industry leader in the residential development field, having successfully completed hundreds of developments over the past 40 years. Their prestigious reputation continues to be upheld to this day through their results-oriented demeanour and extensive experience, making their ambitious growth widely recognized across various real estate sector. When asked about KOSL’s adaptive methods, Oran explains the company’s A-Z approach which encompasses their intricate involvement in every aspect of each project they pursue. The firm’s impressive array of services include their in-house brokerage, KOSL Realty, where we they diligently examine suitable properties to develop from a builder’s perspective, identifying esoteric issues and practical solutions prior to initiating acquisitions. The developers also provide exceptional guidance through their advisory department, KOSL Consulting, which is for prospective clients looking to develop properties by investigating various components relating to site integrity, zoning compliance, market conditions, construction feasibility, economic parameters, and entitlement procedures. Oran notes that “By ensuring certain fundamentals are met, we are able to align expectations with results”, making their early involvement an imperative precursor to a successful development. The core service KOSL provides is their luxury general contracting division, KOSL Building, where they have steadily been established as one of the top builders in the region, which has been attributed to their high standards for both quality and integrity. With more than 40 years of experience developing high-end homes across New York’s Westchester County and Greenwich, Connecticut, every project carried out by KOSL Building is defined by a premium location and quality craftsmanship. Offering turnkey services that cover every element of new home construction, the team here, including President Bobby Ben-Simon and Vice President Oran Ben-Simon, oversee everything from property acquisition and planning design to financial solutions and construction management, streamlining the process for their clients. The company’s remarkable performance has driven both their proven expansion and visionary growth. Over the years, KOSL’s affiliated subsidiaries have become involved in acquiring, developing, and managing commercial, residential, and senior housing properties, allowing us them to provide both their clients and partners with a plethora of high-quality opportunities and accommodations. Ultimately, through the Ben-Simons, KOSL has proven itself to be an integral asset in the real estate industry over the past four decades, and we look forward to observing its constant expansion as it continues to go from strength to strength, setting the benchmark for others to follow when it comes to building custom luxury houses and upholding the highest standards of client service in the process. We recommend that our readers use the website link listed below to explore this exceptional family business in more detail, including an unrivalled portfolio of properties ranging from grand, traditional family homes through to ultra-modern houses complete with new-age amenities and a wealth of enjoyable space thanks to their intuitive creations. Whatever the desires of its clients, KOSL Building excels in their ability to turn these into tangible, luxury realities. Recognised as the Luxury Custom Home Builder of the Year 2024 - Westchester County, as well as being celebrated with our prestigious Client Service Excellence Award 2024, this is a company more than deserving of the acclaim it has continued to receive, even after more than four decades of consistent excellence in the complex and everchanging field of construction. Contact: Oran Ben-Simon Email: [email protected] Phone: (914)-777-0007 Company: KOSL Building Web Address: https://koslbuilding.com/ KOSL Building
BUILD Real Estate and Property Awards 2024 Based in Melbourne, Reventon is a trusted financial services firm with over 19 years of experience helping Australians build and protect their wealth. Having served more than 10,000 clients and facilitated the sale of 3,500 properties, Reventon is dedicated to providing tailored, top-tier services. Whether guiding first-time property buyers or partnering with seasoned investors, Reventon’s client-centric approach ensures financial security and long-term success for every individual. Property Investment Company of the Year 2024 – Australia Company: Reventon Web Address: https://reventon.com.au Founded in 2005, Reventon is a leading investment and financial services company with over 19 years of experience. During this time, the company has served over 10,000 clients, sold more than 3,500 properties, and established itself as a trusted partner for Australians seeking financial freedom and security. Reventon is driven by core values of integrity, relentlessness, client experience, teamwork, and a caring approach, which form the foundation of its operations. By combining a range of complementary services, including finance, accounting, property investment, and property management, Reventon provides holistic strategies that are tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. “Our mission is to serve, grow, protect, and preserve the financial future and legacy of the families under our care,” says Chris Christofi, Founder & CEO of Reventon. “By combining personalised service with expert advice, we aim to create long-term security and success for every client we work with.” Reventon takes several measures to fulfil this mission, working closely with clients to understand their goals and deliver results through personalised financial planning, sustainable growth strategies, and comprehensive wealth protection. The company also provides ongoing education, empowering clients to make informed decisions, and offers legacy planning to help families prepare for the future. A shining example of Reventon’s prowess in the property investment market is a recent project for a Sydney-based client seeking to invest in Victoria. The client aimed to find a property to renovate, subdivide, and build a second dwelling at the rear. Reventon identified an offmarket property in the Geelong area and secured it well below market value for the client, ensuring a strong start to the project. During negotiations, Reventon leveraged findings from the building and pest inspection to secure an additional $10,000 discount. The company then engaged a trusted local builder to manage the renovation of the existing dwelling. Working closely with the client and builder, Reventon devised a cost-effective renovation plan that added maximum value to the property, including an additional bathroom, transforming the property from a 3x1 to a 3x2 layout. “This was a complex undertaking, but through careful planning and a hands-on approach, we delivered exceptional results,” says Chris. “This project was particularly rewarding as we transformed an under-utilised property into two modern, highly marketable homes, demonstrating our ability to manage complex projects seamlessly.” Looking ahead, Reventon aims to build on its 2024 success with the expansion of its services, including the introduction of a new premium offering under the Chris Christofi brand. This service will cater to high-end clients, providing bespoke packages, concierge support, and a personalised experience tailored to meet their financial goals and lifestyle needs. The company also remains steadfast in its commitment to community impact projects. This includes advancing its Brick by Brick initiative, which supports those affected by homelessness. Through these efforts, Reventon continues to not only contribute to the property market but also make meaningful change in the wider community. “Our future plans focus on expanding our impact and enhancing the client journey,” Chris concludes, “driving positive outcomes for both our clients and our community.” Oct24456
BUILD Real Estate and Property Awards 2024 Founded in 2016, investment property agency Investment Rise has quickly positioned itself as the obvious choice for the needs of its clients across Australia, which are those seeking to invest in property for the very first time. Providing them all with an end-to-end service – including finding the best location for them to invest in, securing them the best price, and carrying out extensive due diligence – clients seek out Investment Rise for the expertise embodied by Founder Niro Thambipillay, whose property investment journey began in 2002. Best Investment Property Buyers Agency 2024 - Australia With more than 20 years of property investing experience to his name, Niro Thambipillay is to others what he wishes he had had for himself – someone to give advice during an investment journey’s early stages. Looking back, Niro made the mistakes in the early days that we all do when trying something new, but in the realm of property investment, these mistakes can sometimes be detrimental. Although not every property he invested in was a success, Niro soon began to work out how to accurately predict an investment. Today, Niro tells us that he enjoys certainty in his life as a result of the properties he has invested in, and it is this which he aims to provide to all in search of like-minded success in this sphere. Niro does this by going above and beyond the service provided by other property investors in this space, and it is the aim of Investment Rise to eventually become the most trusted agency across the whole of Australia. To do this, it acts according to the cornerstones of transparency and trust, both of which it prioritises across the board. It is not only the aim of Investment Rise to provide clients with properties that will rise in value and get rented quickly, and Niro expresses his agency’s dedication when it comes to providing a complete experience, one that leaves budding investors with total peace of mind. This is because the agency takes the hassle out of every stage of the process by handling it all, making Niro the perfect partner for those who are seeking to invest in property, but struggle to find the time to carry out all of the ins and outs themselves. After making initial contact with Investment Rise, it is simply a case for its clients of going about their daily lives, whilst the agency sets the wheels in motion at its end. There is usually only a turnaround of a few short weeks, during which time Niro goes through the approximately 15,000 suburbs of Australia with a fine-tooth comb, sourcing a property that aligns with both the budget and long-term wealth goals of a client. This is just the tip of the iceberg, with Niro’s unrivalled expertise being available every step of the way. This expertise is not something that should be taken lightly, as Niro has, over the past decade or so, become renowned as a man capable of predicting the Australian property market with almost scary accuracy. Just some examples of predictions made by Niro which have come true thereafter include the Syndey property boom of 2012, the Syndney and Melbourne downturns of 2017, the post-COVID property boom of late 2020, and the increase in property prices that happened in 2023, all of which played out almost exactly as foreseen. Unfortunately for his competitors, there is no crystal ball or magic to Niro’s method, and his results are based in solid fact, not feelings, hunches, or other tricks. Much of this content is published online, meaning that even those who choose not to use Investment Rise’s services directly can benefit from Niro’s expertise. This reflects the commitment of this visionary to add value to this space, refuting the misinformation and contrasting opinions which exist by providing a one-stop source of quality, accurate, accessible information. Having recently celebrated its eight birthday, this investment property buyers’ agent with a proven track record across the likes of Brisbane, Queensland, and Adelaide is, in many ways, only just beginning. As 2024 draws to a close, Niro Thambipillay and Investment Rise remain focused on building the brand’s online presence and will not stop until this award-winning agency has become the one that everybody thinks of when they come to need a trusted partner to kickstart their Australian property investment journey. Contact: Niro Thambipillay Company: Investment Rise Web Address: https://www.investmentrise.com.au/ Sep24452
BUILD Real Estate and Property Awards 2024 Best Property Lettings & Management Company 2024 - Lincolnshire & Customer Service Excellence Award 2024 Lincoln’s Base Lockwood Lettings & Management is proud to be, above all else, an owner-operated business. Both of the company directors, Sean Randall and Jonathan Lee, share more than 40 years of experience between them, expertise they use to drive this company specialising in residential and commercial lettings, property management, estate and site management, and property consultancy services, throughout their home county and beyond. A similar level of skill can be found across the entirety of its qualified, dedicated team, making Base Lockwood a beacon of excellence in this space. Leading the market when it comes to lettings and property management in both Lincolnshire and East Nottinghamshire, Base Lockwood Lettings & Management was established so as to set the standard for quality service when it comes to clients and tenants alike. The company’s impressive track record highlights its success in doing so, as too do its forward-thinking approach, which sees the team here remain equal parts focused and personable, delivering the level of service expected of one of the region’s leading property companies. Sitting atop a corporate membership to the Guild of Letting & Management, with members of its team also holding individual memberships to the likes of the Association of Residential Letting Agents, the Property Consultants Society, the National Association of Inventory Professionals, the Property Institute, and the Chartered Institute of Housing – one does not have to look far to see the signs that Base Lockwood has industry knowledge in spades. When combined with this aforementioned desire to uphold the highest service standards imaginable, what shines through is a local property business unlike any other. On the back of such excellence Sean, Jonathan, and the team have secured a range of coveted projects over the years, including a recent notable one in the field of property management. As Johnathan himself tells us: “Our block management department were called to assist in the management of a Grade II listed apartment block in Newark, Nottinghamshire. The block had been previously managed by a Nottingham-based agent, and, regrettably, a number of issues had presented themselves as a result of their ineffective management.” Determined to put things right for the client as quickly as possible, Base Lockwood took over management of the property, and following a series of meetings with the owners, immediately began to resolve all of the issues that were plaguing this remarkable block, restoring it to its timeless beauty. Not only did the team do a stellar job, but they also took advantage of their property-savvy nature to help the owners save money across the project, without sacrificing on the quality their company has built its leading reputation on. This is just one example of how Base Lockwood continues to go above and beyond for its clients, resulting in it today boasting the claim of being one of Lincoln’s largest and most-tenured independent lettings and management businesses. For the team at Base Lockwood, it is this very independence which has made their success possible, as this gives them the freedom to deliver a bespoke service encompassing a client’s every requirement, without being simply driven by profit and targets, like many of the national chains are. Aside from its fully independent nature, this owner-operated business’ distinction is also cemented by it having won a number of industry awards over the years, three of which have been from us in the past two years alone. Beyond this, the company has also won Gold at the British Property Awards for the past three consecutive years, named as the Best Letting Agent in Lincoln on all three instances. With these accolades fresh in its memory, the business is spending the rest of 2024 aiming to streamline both its systems and its procedures, something that will lend itself to its aim of becoming a paperless operation in 2025, as a part of its wider commitment to reduce its carbon footprint. Beyond this, the company is also eyeing up growth and expansion, particularly when it comes to the block and site management services it provides throughout both Lincolnshire and East Nottinghamshire. A multi-award-winning lettings and property management company renowned by clients and industry professionals alike, Base Lockwood Lettings & Management is a company that has gone from strength to strength since opening its doors five years ago. This is just the beginning of its journey, and we wish the company and its team all the best for 2025 and beyond. Contact: Jonathan Lee Company: Base Lockwood Lettings & Management Web Address: https://baseletting.co.uk/ Sep24373
BUILD Real Estate and Property Awards 2024 Grosvenor: Best Philanthropic Real Estate Investment Management Agency 2024 - North America & Urban Property Development Sustainability Champion of the Year 2024 (USA): Tanja Milosevic The Grosvenor family’s association with property began in London in 1677, when land to the west of the city came into the family following a marriage between Sir Thomas Grosvenor and Mary Davies, heiress to the manor of Ebury. This union set the wheels in motion for centuries of property development and placemaking, from Mayfair in 1720 – which has Grosvenor Square at its heart to this day – to Pimlico and Belgravia in the 1800s. Grosvenor embarked on its first significant international investment in 1952 with the acquisition of Annacis Island in Vancouver. Three years later, Grosvenor opened Canada’s very first industrial park. From here, the organisation continued to grow, investing in other parts of North America – such as Hawaii – as well as Australia, the Asia Pacific region, and Continental Europe. At the end of last year, Grosvenor’s AUM in North America alone totalled more than US$3.8 billion, comprised of office, retail, industrial, mixed-use, and residential properties. Such a diverse portfolio has been built according to the core values of integrity, respect, and trust – three cornerstones of this international business. Combined with the global knowledge and local insights of its teams, Grosvenor approaches property ownership, development and design seeking to balance commercial success and social responsibility. “We are dedicated to promoting sustainability in the built environment and enhancing the wellbeing of our customers and communities.” Sustainability has been a common theme across Grosvenor’s projects over the last several decades, with the organisation setting a company-wide goal to reduce emissions in line with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. In North America, this commitment can be seen most recently at Grosvenor’s 7.9-acre, low carbon, master planned development in Metro Vancouver, Brentwood Block. Delivering 1,730 net zero operational carbon homes (a figure inclusive of 1,279 rentals, 204 below the market rate), as well as a community centre and 200,000 sq. ft. of commercial space, this project will deliver housing at scale while also exceeding local sustainability requirements by utilising electric appliances throughout, in addition to space heating and cooling systems, LED lighting, and smart thermostats. This undertaking also aligns with Grosvenor’s 2030 net-zero goals. When it comes to Grosvenor’s North American property business, the advancing of these goals Few organisations have as much experience in the fields of urban property, food and agtech, rural estate management, and philanthropic initiatives as Grosvenor. With a track record of almost 350 years to its name, this is a firm that has cemented its legacy by developing, managing, and investing in properties and places across some of the world’s leading cities. For centuries, Grosvenor’s activities have been guided by doing the right thing and driving lasting commercial, social and environmental benefit. largely rests with Tanja Milosevic, Grosvenor’s Associate Vice President, Sustainability. Having joined Grosvenor in 2013, Tanja not only helps the business pursue both its World Green Building Council’s 2030 Net-Zero Carbon Buildings commitment and its recently published net-zero pathway targets, but she also runs Grosvenor’s Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark reporting in North America and was a founding member and is former chair of its employee-led DEI committee. As its recent North American net-zero pathway targets show, Grosvenor’s commitment to global decarbonisation is being seen through deploying clean energy solutions and using more green building materials over the course of its transformative, innovative projects, like Brentwood Block. Across its long, tenured history, Grosvenor has always been at the forefront of the cities and communities it serves, and its ongoing sustainability efforts are a recent example of this. It is a privilege to feature this international organisation, as well as its very own Tanja Milosevic, in our Real Estate and Property Awards 2024. Contact: Tanja Milosevic Web Address: www.grosvenor.com/americas Oct24047
BUILD Real Estate and Property Awards 2024 Operating across Peru and Shelbyville, Indiana, D.R. Indiana Realty is a fullservice real estate company that collaborates with buyers, sellers, investors, and banks. Striving to continually operate with its clients’ best interests at heart, D.R. Indiana Realty has been recognised for its excellence in the Real Estate and Property Awards 2024. Join us below as we speak with Dee Dee Davis-Richards, Owner and Broker of D.R. Indiana Realty, to find out more. Best Full-Service Real Estate Agency 2024 – Indiana & BUILD Excellence Award in Customer Service 2024 Contact: Dee Dee Davis-Richards Company: D.R. Indiana Realty Web Address: https://www.drindianarealty.com/ Founded in 2010, D.R. Indiana Realty offers its clients a comprehensive range of services that enable them to achieve their real estate dreams. A leading provider of real estate solutions across Indiana, the agency offers a variety of services, from buying to selling to even operating a property management division for its investor clientele. The real estate market is an uncertain environment with a landscape that changes every day, and as such, agencies must adopt strategic approaches to succeed. D.R. Indiana Realty focuses on enhancing the customer experience, emphasising the importance of maintaining open communication and providing the most current data to clients. What’s more, the agency also ensures that it contributes back to the industry and its wider community by providing education on industry tools and technology. At its core, D.R. Indiana Realty is driven by its desire to bring well-deserved attention to the City of Peru. In addition to delivering top-tier real estate solutions, the agency works tirelessly to introduce new property opportunities and draw nationwide attention to the city. “I work with the City of Peru and new developers and builders come to our community to help move forward,” Dee Dee tells us, “engaging in conversations and showing the developers and builders that making an investment in our community is well worth the time, money, and commitment. I am continuing to help the community grow in a positive, forward direction that will make our citizens proud to call Peru, Indiana their home.” In this digital age, human connection is one offering that just cannot be matched by technologies. Dee Dee tells us that D.R. Indiana Realty prides itself on providing this personal touch, particularly in the form of telecommunications. As the world shifts towards more indirect forms of communication, such as text or email, D.R. Indiana Realty has ensured to adapt with the times, whilst still favouring the more traditional route of the telephone. Communication is a vital component of ensuring that a client feels heard and valued and enables a company to maintain a high level of personalisation in its services. “I always respond to whoever reaches out to me in a timely fashion,” says Dee Dee. “Even if I cannot talk at that second, I will let them know that I have received their message and will return or reach out to them once I am available. I think clients, no matter who, just want to be recognised for reaching out to you and wanting a response.” At D.R. Indiana Realty, customer satisfaction is of the utmost importance. The agency ensures that it can provide the highest quality of customer care by employing a diverse group of agents possessing different areas of expertise, allowing D.R. Indiana Realty to provide expert advice and services to a broader scope of clients. The agency continually goes the extra mile for its clientele, establishing a property management division to deliver more specialised services and even taking the time to educate its tenants on the entire homebuying process. These additional services and offerings enable D.R. Indiana Realty to make personalised connections with its clients and better equip them to successfully navigate the property market. D.R. Indiana Realty strives to provide the best possible services to its client base and achieve total customer satisfaction, continually altering and enhancing its service offerings to ensure that it remains in alignment with this mission. Moving forward, we learn that D.R. Indiana Realty aims to continue on its growth trajectory, focusing particularly on its property management division. Having recently attended the National Association of Realtors Conference this November, the agency has returned with brilliant new ideas, practices, and technologies to further drive its operations and provide better services to clients. “Our business is changing every day,” Dee Dee concludes. “We work hard to meet the needs of our clients in whichever stage they are in their real estate needs. From tenants to investors, from buyers to sellers, we want to meet our clients wherever they are. We may be small, but we are as big as other companies with today’s tools to market their properties and meet their search requirements.” D.R. Indiana Realty
BUILD Real Estate and Property Awards 2024 With a location as splendid as both its service and property portfolio, full-service real estate agency Xcellence more than lives up to its name. Based in the Alicante province, the team here sell property across Jávea, Morarira, and several other areas of the internationally renowned Costa Blanca region. From the finest villas through to newbuild properties and even plots of land – on which a client can map out their dream house – Xcellence can help secure a new permanent home, holiday residence, or investment property in seamless fashion. Best Luxury Real Estate Agency 2024 - Costa Blanca For more than 20 years, Xcellence has been putting trust, integrity, and a personalised service back into Costa Blanca’s local real estate scene. Famous across the region for being the real estate company for high-end property, owners Marjolein Groot and Steve Roberts are joined by a small team of like-minded experts, and together they share decades of experience. Every member of this team treats all of the agency’s customers as if they were good friends, and this paves the way for real and lasting friendships to blossom. Aside from simply being friendly, this team are also deeply knowledgeable about the local area, national property market, and even property on a much grander scale, meaning they are capable of holding a client’s hand across every stage of the process and being a partner from the beginning to the end of a real estate journey. As Steve explains: “With many years in the luxury and high-end sectors of the real estate business on the Costa Blanca here in Spain, we are known for being the go-to company for clients looking for that special property.” One look at the properties comprising Xcellence’s portfolio corroborates this statement, with many of the agency’s premier offerings, namely its villas, delivering an unparalleled level of luxury, complete with the complementary Mediterranean lifestyle. This distinction was recently recognised by the British TV show A Place in the Sun, which visited one of the team’s stunning villas in the heart of Jávea – a dream six-bedroom home situated right on the beach, surrounded by green, and offering unobstructed ocean views. This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the modern, luxury villas Xcellence boasts, which are available in a variety of different styles, sizes, and locations throughout this one-of-akind region. Regardless of a client’s budget for their dream villa, the team have the perfect one for them. The same is also true when it comes to apartments, which offer a similarly high standard of finish and amenities, but at a more affordable price. Such diversity reflects Costa Blanca more widely, which is a coveted, premium destination. Many real estate agencies have opened up across the area as a result, the majority of which lack the experience necessary to deliver a standard of service anywhere near that of Xcellence, which, as the region’s premier registered and luxury real estate agency, remains committed to deeply understanding and effortlessly fulfilling the requirements of all clients. As Steve notes, “our clients seek excellence, as well as a distinctive, memorable, and emotional journey. Our mission is to more than deliver on these expectations.” “We at Xcellence are always striving to maintain the very highest standards and deliver a truly personal experience when buying a luxury, high-end property here on the Costa Blanca.” As a result of its leading reputation, Xcellence today boasts a stellar professional network, which aids it immeasurably when it comes to achieving its dual aim of delivering quality service whilst maintaining the integrity of the business. From local governments through to the best architects, builders, and solicitors in the region, Xcellence enjoys a standing like no other with fellow property professionals. This, in turn, lends itself to the similar successes that the agency now enjoys on an international scale. The worldwide marketing experience of the team here, along with the fact that they speak six languages between them, means that the properties showcased by Xcellence are done so to an international audience. Thus, wherever in the world a client may be based, they are afforded an entirely unique and insider’s perspective of the Costa Blanca property market, complete with robust knowledge of this remarkable area of Spain famed for its sun, sea, sand, and some of the best food around. Buying luxury property is a big deal, and this is why it pays to employ the services of a local market leader. Be it for luxury villas or other properties for sale in Costa Blanca, look no further than Xcellence, this region’s definitive luxury real estate agency. Contact: Steve Roberts Company: Xcellence Web Address: https://xcellence.es/
BUILD Real Estate and Property Awards 2024 Residential Surveyors of the Year 2024 - South East England A company specialising in home surveys and valuations across London and the South East, Your Surveyors Ltd is comprised of a dedicated team of multiaward-winning, RICS qualified surveyors and the company is regulated by the RICS. This expert team provide their private survey and valuation services to both homebuying members of the public and corporate clients alike, with both of these sectors benefiting immeasurably from the business’ signature approach, which places a key emphasis on invigorating the essential, professional role that the surveyor plays when it comes to buying a home. Residential surveyors bring with them thorough, specialist knowledge and are thus an integral part of the homebuying journey. Yet, some still see this process as merely a box-ticking exercise to keep the ball rolling on a purchase. Your Surveyors is looking to change this, living up to its mission statement – ‘making your move the right move’ – in the process. The company realises this vision by adhering to the highest standards when it comes to service delivery, seen through the deeply personal relationships it forms with every client. Beyond the quality service they provide, the team here, headed up by Founding Director Zoë Baker AssocRICS, are further distinguished by being the creators of the PNC, or Professional Negotiation Certificate. Protected by both copyright and trademark, this signature offering entails a document that allows the surveyor to become even more valuable, recognised as an integral part of the negotiation process. This is because the PNC service ensures that the buyer secures their property at the right price, based on its true condition. To paint an accurate picture of what the full condition of a property is like, a comprehensive property survey is carried out. The PNC takes the survey report to the next level and has been proven to reduce sales processing time considerably, as well as allowing more sales to successfully complete. This refined and improved service has demonstrably provided a much greater value proposition between surveyors and the public, never available before. “This evidence-based approach has saved clients thousands of pounds – often between £5,000 and £50,000 – by reflecting the true condition of the property in the purchase price. Around 50% of our survey instructing clients have been delighted to use this exclusive PNC service.” Such an approach is great for the homebuyer, but, as touched on earlier, many estate and agents or buyer representatives try and rush the surveying process along, which is careless given its importance. To remedy this, Zoë and her team have introduced a number of robust educational strategies, resulting in them forging relationships with trusted estate agents. The results speak for themselves, with one recent buyer even being able to secure an £18,000 reduction on a property, as it needed a roof replacement. Aside from the PNC service, further setting Your Surveyors apart is that Zoë, along with Technical Director Garrett O’Hanlon FRICS, co-wrote The £5 Billion Homebuyer Secrets Guide. An Amazon bestseller which unearths many of the secrets key to buying a property in the right way, as well as how to boost one’s financial situation along the way, the success of this book – which has only five-star reviews on Amazon, reflecting the wider company’s feedback from clients – is a testament to the dedication and skill of Zoë and co. As Zoë explains: “The £5 Billion Homebuyer Secrets Guide serves as an entry point for many clients, establishing our credibility and drawing attention to the importance of buying property in the right way. As buyers become more educated through our resources, they are better prepared to take advantage of our PNC service, which complements the guide by providing hands-on negotiation support.” It is this totally unique combination, along with the quality service provided, that makes Your Surveyors a beacon of trust in this space. When it comes to the future of the company, Zoë shares her enthusiasm about the recently announced plans to license the Professional Negotiation Certificate service to other surveying companies across the UK. This will ensure that more homebuyers are empowered to secure their chosen property at the right price, as well as benefiting the wider market by empowering surveying companies to deepen their knowledge. In turn, the national property market will be fairer and more balanced, so everybody wins. Celebrated with this award for its excellence, Your Surveyors Ltd is setting a new standard across the residential property surveyor scene in the UK, and its processes and solutions continue to measurably improve the homebuying process. Contact: Zoë Baker Company: Your Surveyors Ltd Web Address: https://yoursurveyors.com/ Sep24377
BUILD Real Estate and Property Awards 2024 Best Boutique Real Estate Law Firm 2024 – Spain & Client Service Excellence Award 2024 JAP was founded in 2014 by Jose Antonio Perez Breva, a seasoned lawyer with more than 25 years of experience in the legal sphere. Jose Antonio leads JAP from success to success, leveraging his unique blend of in-house and law firm experience to seamlessly coordinate with various firms and stakeholders. With his specialties lying in real estate transactions with a focus on logistics, hospitality, healthcare, and congress venues, Jose Antonia takes a business-oriented, technically sound approach to his work that has enabled him and JAP to achieve excellence. As a result, JAP has proven itself to be an adaptable, project-oriented law firm driven by its dedication to providing the very best services in narrow timeframes. Renowned for its capabilities, JAP has become a key player in the logistics sector and has served numerous prestigious clients, such as Prologis, VGP, Panattoni, Cubic, and ID Logistics. Whilst JAP is present in real estate sector fairs, including EXPO REAL in Munich and MIPIM in Cannes, the firm’s main source of clients is actually through referrals and recommendations, testifying to the levels of trust and satisfaction JAP instils into its clients. In the competitive sphere of real estate law, it is imperative that law firms stand apart from the crowd. Businesses must remain innovative, adaptive, and current in order to succeed, driven by the rapid speed of technological advancements in the field. “We try to do our work,” Jose Antonio tells us. “Technology helps us avoid wasting time and leaves us hours to be creative, address matters proactively, with sharpness, attitude, and acquired business knowledge. Our clients appreciate our creativity and our commitment.” As a legal tech firm, JAP believes that everything that can be automated must be automated, meaning that it eases and streamlines its processes with artificial intelligence technology. One such example is Luminance, a pioneering platform that uses AI to read and automate legal processes, used by JAP for due diligence and client ticketing. Additionally, JAP also uses Legatics, a legal transaction management platform that enables JAP to close deals in a pro deal room platform. Whilst embracing the latest in innovative technology, JAP is careful to maintain the personalised touch for which it has become renowned. The firm is recognised for simplifying complexity in its due diligence and contract work, ensuring to make an in-depth analysis and avoid legalese when explaining concepts. This approach makes the often-complicated legal jargon that much easier to digest for clients, thus making the service much more accessible and understandable across the board. “We are also well-known for our sensitivity to a client’s business and known in the logistics Based in Barcelona, JAP is a boutique law firm that specialises in real estate law and legal tech. Present in the logistics, healthcare, and hospitality sectors, JAP is renowned for delivering versatile, excellent solutions that solve complex problems and enable its clientele to thrive. Following the firm receiving its title in the Real Estate and Property Awards 2024, we speak with company Founder and Managing Partner, Jose Antonio Perez Breva. sector for our understanding of critical technical and environmental issues that can make one’s project collapse,” Jose Antonio adds. “We use this sensitivity in our due diligence work. Additionally, we are renowned for our resilience and down-to-the-point addressing of the legals of day-to-day asset management and day-today facility management.” Since its inception, JAP has been dedicated to providing its clients with seamless solutions that enable them to deftly navigate the tumultuous landscape of real estate law. The firm blends innovative technology with a personalised touch, cementing itself as a key player in the industry that delivers optimal results. Ultimately, JAP has risen the ranks over the last decade and has made significant contributions to the world of real estate law, firmly establishing itself as the Best Boutique Real Estate Law Firm 2024 in Spain and earning the Client Service Excellence Award 2024. “Above all, we have achieved very consistent and seamless teamwork and good efficiency through technology and the sharing of knowledge,” Jose Antonio concludes. “We are a small firm swimming upstream and playing in the big fishpond and this is remarkable.” Contact: Jose Antonio Perez Breva Company: JAP Web Address: https://japlawyer.com/ JAP
BUILD Real Estate and Property Awards 2024 Flooring is the foundation of any safe and stylish commercial building, public area, or residential property. Your floor should be more than a basic surface to walk on, it should enhance the appearance of a space while providing the highest level of safety and comfort. Given that 32% of all non-fatal workplace injuries in the UK were caused by slips, trips, and falls, it is essential to select the right flooring for your environment to significantly reduce the risk of accidents and injuries. Here, anti-slip flooring experts, GripClad stress the importance of selecting the correct floor materials and designs for both safety and aesthetic reasons, while highlighting the options available to you. Anti-slip Flooring Safety should always be the top priority in any commercial, residential, or public setting, particularly where young and elderly people are present. Anti-slip flooring options such as GRP grating improve grip underfoot and reduce the threat of falls and slips. GRP grating is typically used in a variety of industrial and public spaces including commercial buildings, railway stations, schools, hospitals and other areas with high footfall. However, alternative products like luxury vinyl tiles also feature anti-slip properties and come in a variety of designs and colours, making them ideal for bathrooms, kitchens, and other indoor areas. Vinyl Plank Flooring There’s no reason to overlook style when laying a safe floor, and both can be achieved with vinyl plank flooring. This effective product mimics the look and feel of wood or a real stone floor while also providing a safe, cushioned surface for walking on. As vinyl plank flooring often comes with waterresistant qualities, it is also suitable for kitchens, bathrooms, and other high-risk, slippery areas prone to spillages and humidity. Luxury Vinyl Tiles As previously mentioned, one of the most common forms of safe, attractive indoor flooring is luxury vinyl tiles (LVT). Not only are luxury vinyl tiles hard-wearing and durable, but they also come in a range of striking colours, designs, patterns, and textures to suit any theme or project. LVT is a popular choice in places that experience high traffic such as schools, retail buildings, and healthcare facilities. Due to its resistance to wear and tear, his long-lasting product offers a durable flooring solution while also elevating the look and functionality of a room. Carpet Tiles Versatile and comfortable, carpet tiles are commonly used in offices, hotels, student accommodation, and other hospitality settings. Both easy to install and replace, they are a costeffective flooring solution in areas of high traffic. In addition to being comfortable underfoot and offering sound-absorbing qualities, carpet tiles are also available in a vast assortment of colours and designs, making it simple to create a customised look to match the theme of a room. Linoleum Flooring Linoleum flooring, also known as ‘lino’, is making a major comeback thanks to its strong safety features and variety of design options. It provides impressive strength and durability and is also water-resistant, making it ideal for busy areas and wet environments such as kitchens and bathroom. Lino also comes in a range of colours and patterns, so it works perfectly with any type of décor. Linoleum also boasts several impressive safety features and is flame retardant, moisture resistant, and extremely hard-working, reducing maintenance costs. Not only that, but lino is manufactured from biodegradable, renewable materials like tree resin and linseed oil that make it a more sustainable than other floor materials. Overall, prioritising safety doesn’t mean that your floor can’t look great and enhance the aesthetic of a building – far from it. In fact, you’ll find all kinds of flooring options that can transform any commercial or residential space for the better. From the safety of users through anti-slip flooring to brightening up an office, your choice of flooring can have a dramatic effect on aesthetics and functionality, while giving you reliable, trouble-free service for many years to come. Where Safety Meets Aesthetic: Making Safe Floors Trendy
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