MEA UAE Business Awards 2017

14 MEA MARKETS / UAE BUSINESS AWARDS 2017 , Jumeirah Golf Estates is one of theMiddle East’s most prestigious residential golf communities, offering a wide range of world-class golfing facilities and individually designed homes in the United Arab Emirates. We invited Yousuf Kazim, CEO to tell us more about the firm and share the secrets behind its phenomenal success. Best Residential & Leisure Destination 2017 With its collection of Mediterranean-style homes inspired by natural elements and surrounded by stunning landscapes, Jumeirah Golf Estates is regarded as a leading residential golf community in the heart of new Dubai, answering to the needs of the market locally and internationally, with a varied and growing real estate and golf proposition. In addition to two world-class golf courses, Jumeirah Golf Estates is home to a number of other golf and residential facilities, which make it a top choice for home owners and investors. In November 2014, the Jumeirah Golf Estates Clubhouse opened and has become the communities’ social focal point. Ranging from informal to fine dining, the Clubhouse has a host of delicious dining options. With its collection of Mediterranean-style homes inspired by natural elements and surrounded by stunning landscapes, Jumeirah Golf Estates is regarded as a leading residential golf community in the heart of new Dubai, answering to the needs of the market locally and internationally, with a varied and growing real estate and golf proposition. The Fire and Earth courses are part of Jumeirah Golf Estates Phase A development, which consists of 375 hectares of a 1,119-hectare land parcel, and incorporates 16 residential communities, comprising of more than 1,725 constructed and under construction properties. A popular venue for events of all sizes, the Clubhouse facilities include the Race to Dubai Suite – an intimate private dining room for special events and celebrations, The Boardroom – a fully equipped meeting room for up to 16 delegates, and a tranquil 500 capacity outdoor events lawn with stunning views of the Dubai’s skyline. Over recent months the estate has been developed in order to meet its clients’ needs. In November 2016, the Clubhouse launched its brand-new Sports Bar, offering community members a vibrant spot to follow Cabrera-Bello’s latest moves or watch the next Six Nations. The sophisticated venue is complete with some of golf’s greatest memorabilia and boasts an extensive craft hops selection and foodie favourites. Adding to its array of large indoor and outdoor events spaces, Jumeirah Golf Estates officially unveiled its new 300-capacity ballroom in November 2016. Designed to host awards ceremonies, gala dinners, weddings and private celebrations, the Ballroom lends a sophisticated ambiance to any occasion, with beautifully crafted finishes, natural daylight and high ceilings making it a stand out choice for event planners and personal celebrations. Yousuf discusses how these developments have contributed to the firm’s success so far and ensured that users receive the services and amenities they need. “As a developer in a city with such a fast-paced and ever- evolving property landscape, it is paramount that we remain fully responsive to market demands and offer desirable options that suit the needs of investors and end-users. Alandalus is a perfect example of how Jumeirah Golf Estates has adapted in relation to this. Given the continuous increase in appetite for mid- market homes, Jumeirah Golf Estates remains committed to helping shape the real estate industry, as well as capitalising on its appeal to investors, whilst drawing investment to the country in the lead up to EXPO 2020. “Safety, security, sustainability and innovation continue to remain at the core of Jumeirah Golf Estates’ development strategy, which is seeing UA170031