The Middle East’s largest private luxury developer, DAMAC Properties, has announced it has awarded the main construction contract for its Versace-branded residential development, ‘DAMAC Tower’ in Beirut, Lebanon.
The $67 million contract has been assigned to MAN Enterprise S.A.L, for the construction of the first Versace-branded residential tower in the region. The award of the main contract follows the completion of the enabling works by ZETAS Apex Foundation Technologies.
“We have already sold forty per cent of the tower, which is a remarkably high percentage for a development which is now beginning to progress beyond the foundations. Once we reach above the podium levels, we expect construction to progress at an advanced pace, which will likely result in a dramatic acceleration of sales as we proceed towards completion,” Ziad El Chaar, Managing Director of DAMAC Properties, said.
MAN Enterprise is an international leader in the construction industry, with forty years experience in the MENA region and the Levant.
“We are looking forward to working with DAMAC Properties on such an iconic project for this region, and what will inevitably become a landmark in Beirut. DAMAC Tower is an architectural marvel and we relish the opportunity to be involved with a project of this calibre,” Michel Abi Nader, Chairman of MAN Enterprise, said.
“Since we received the international property award last year we have been inundated with enquires from all over the world. The international award recognised DAMAC Tower on the global stage, and distinguished the project as one of the most highly regarded residential developments in the world,” El Chaar added.
“We are delighted to be working with a trusted developer like DAMAC Properties, which has a proven track record of delivering some of the most luxurious properties in the Middle East and Levant. Versace collaboration with DAMAC Properties represents a synergy of design and function,” Gian Giacomo Ferraris, CEO of Versace Group, added.
DAMAC Tower will feature spacious private units equipped with custom designed interiors. All the common areas including the health and fitness facilities, the concierge reception, and the main lobby will feature Versace Home products.
“DAMAC Properties’ partnership with Versace, the world-renowned Italian fashion house synonymous with glamour and luxury, defined the interiors of DAMAC Tower. The shared vision of the two companies has combined to deliver the most prestigious and sought-after property in Beirut,” El Chaar, said.
“Investors and homebuyers alike are searching for something unique, and our partnership with Versace creates a point of difference compared to other residential properties on the market,” El Chaar, added.
“There are very few developers in the world who could claim to match what we have been able to achieve over the past two years, and across such a diverse range of regional markets. We have a proven track record for delivering some of the most luxurious residential properties across the Middle East region, we are well capitalised and we have the vision and momentum to provide solid investment opportunities to our customers in the future,” El Chaar, said.