Best Full-Service Real Estate Partner 2025 – Baden-Wurttemberg Frank D. Ehmann founded the company as a sole proprietorship under the company name Frank D. Ehmann and registered it in the commercial register at the Stuttgart local Court in 2021 as FREH Immobilien e.K. Frank D. Ehman has been at the helm of FREH Immobilien e.K., a full-service real estate company based in the Southwest German state of Baden-Württemberg, since it opened its doors in the 1990s. Having brought decency, experience, and proven expertise to Germany’s real estate scene for more than three decades, it is no surprise that FREH Immobilien e.K. is one of the most esteemed companies of its kind. On the back of its recognition in this programme, we caught up with Frank for more. www.build-review.com Featuring:
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Contents 4. FREH Immobilien e.K: Best Full-Service Real Estate Partner 2025 – Baden-Wurttemberg 6. Dolphin Square: Best Heritage Led Residential Regeneration 2025 – UK 8. Thaton Property: Best Property Developer 2025 – Harare 10. Cari McGee Real Estate Team: Most Trusted Real Estate Agents 2025 – Tri-Cities 11. REALKAT – SYRMOS PAPANIKOS: Best Industrial & Logistics Property Developer 2025 - Greece 12. Joint Property Match: Best AIPowered Real Estate Platform 2025: KeyCoMatch 13. JP Winkworth: Best Commercial Real Estate Development & Management Company 2025 – Berkshire 14. Xcellence: Best Luxury Real Estate Agency 2025 – Costa Blanca & BUILD Client Service Excellence Award 2025 15. Moasure: Most Pioneering Floor Plan Measuring Innovation 2025: Moasure LX1 16. Brühwiler Immobilien GmbH: Best Real Estate Valuation Services 2025 – Switzerland 17. New Capital Link / Rachel Buscall Interiors: Best Luxury Residential Interior Design Studio 2025 – London & Client Service Excellence Award 2025 18. Reventon: Best End-to-End Property Investment Firm 2025 – Australia & BUILD Client Satisfaction Excellence Award 2025
Real Estate and Property Awards 2025 Anchored by over 30 years of hands-on experience in the dynamic world of real estate, Frank D. Ehman possesses a wide range of skills that allows him to cover everything his clients need from a real estate partner. The most striking difference compared to many other real estate agents is the multi-faceted role enshrined in the company profile. FREH Immobilien e.K. is not only active in buying, selling, and brokering properties, but also, according to its own statements, acts as a construction manager and service provider in the preliminary development of real estate projects. This indicates a deeper expertise that goes beyond mere marketing and encompasses aspects of project development and potentially even renovation planning. For clients who are not only looking for an existing property but are also considering construction or renovation projects, this integrated service is invaluable. This includes acting as an estate agent, a loan broker, a construction supervisor, and a property developer. Through FREH Immobilien e.K., Frank channels these capabilities into a comprehensive service tailored to the needs of his clients, with precision, transparency, and trust all being the cornerstones of his work. Exploring the range of services offered on the back of this knowledge, Frank delivers everything from expert property reviews and help with building regulations through to holistic support across the planning, predevelopment, sales, and maintenance stages of his clients’ real estate journeys. Across this famous, full-service approach, Frank lists property valuation as being one of his favourite offerings, during which he helps his Best Full-Service Real Estate Partner 2025 – Baden-Wurttemberg Frank D. Ehmann founded the company as a sole proprietorship under the company name Frank D. Ehmann and registered it in the commercial register at the Stuttgart local Court in 2021 as FREH Immobilien e.K. Frank D. Ehman has been at the helm of FREH Immobilien e.K., a full-service real estate company based in the Southwest German state of Baden-Württemberg, since it opened its doors in the 1990s. Having brought decency, experience, and proven expertise to Germany’s real estate scene for more than three decades, it is no surprise that FREH Immobilien e.K. is one of the most esteemed companies of its kind. On the back of its recognition in this programme, we caught up with Frank for more. clients to get the most accurate estimate on their properties using a range of methods and tools. This, Frank told us, is important on both sides of the transaction: “For sellers, a precise market price assessment is of enormous importance in order to avoid giving away money or scaring off potential buyers with excessive asking prices.” For those buying, Frank’s preparation of a brief appraisal carried out in accordance with terms laid out in the ImmoWertV (the general standard of valuation in Germany) as well as hedonic valuation, a statistical method that calculates market value based on a variety of influencing factors, rather than directly estimating the price, such as image for residential uses, marital status, age structure and level of education., as well as his determining of the loan-to-value ratio, helps measurably streamline the process at every juncture. Walking us through the encompassing approach he takes concerning a new property that is given ‘the works’, Frank explained that he begins by inspecting the property, before preparing expert reports – one of his most valued services – and requesting documents from the relevant local authorities. He then moves on to create a property portfolio, place adverts, and schedule property viewings, not to mention controlling the notary appointments and procedures and liaising with local governments and courts where applicable. From here, Frank’s expertise and reputation as one of Stuttgart’s leading real estate agents sees him handle the entire sales process for the client,
5 before handing over the keys to the property. This is where it all ends for many real estate professionals, who are notorious for disappearing once the documents are signed. However, luckily for clients of FREH Immobilien e.K., this could not be further from the case, as a recommendation letter shown to us by Frank from a client, one Prof. Dr. Evgeny Kharlamov, demonstrates. To share some of the key excerpts from this letter, Prof. Dr. Evgeny Kharlamov, who acquired a piece of real estate via Frank back in 2019, wrote such kind words as: “From the very beginning and throughout the whole process my experience was extremely positive”, and “I am happy to strongly recommend Mr. Ehmann to anyone who either buys or sells real estate in Stuttgart and surrounding areas.” As touched on above, he draws particular attention to the exceptional postpurchasing attention afforded to him by Frank. “First of all, he did a fantastic job in registering the deal in the local governmental organisations and transitioning us into the state of owners”, Prof. Dr. Evgeny Kharlamov continued. “This process typically takes up to one year, but he managed to make it happen in 3 months – this was magic! Then, Mr. Ehmann managed to involve a highly specialised lawyer to help us to free the property from tenants. Moreover, he organised renovation of the property and even a temporary property for the period of time we needed it.” The exceptional client service and innovative approach to project management present across this example just scratches the surface of the excellence demonstrated at every turn by FREH Immobilien e.K., which benefits massively from being an owner-managed company due to the personal, direct communication that Frank is able to ensure on every occasion. Clients can contact FREH Immobilien e.K. between 8am and 8pm every day, and this window comes with the strong service promise that the company is today known for. “Quality is defined by the customer, not the company”, Frank added, something many people miss. With Frank able to call companies, families, investors, and more his valued clients, both him and the small team he manages are setting the standard for service quality in the real estate market, leveraging a full-service approach, a wealth of industry expertise, and a client-first nature to ensure that FREH Immobilien e.K. remains the partner of choice for all of their real estate needs. Given that property values are increasing globally, with Germany being no exception, the demand for these real estate appraisers to identify value and ensure precise market price assessments is only set to increase, as will the company’s reach. Well aware of this rising demand, Frank told us about how he has plans to take FREH Immobilien e.K. and the services it delivers international, with its sights currently being set on real estate brokerage across Spain, Portugal, Croatia and Hungary specifically. However, for the time being, these real estate agents in Stuttgart with a unique, innovative customer service ethos remain focused on continuing to deliver the highest standards across Baden-Württemberg and beyond, a commitment reflected through this well-deserved award. Recognised as the Best Full-Service Real Estate Partner 2025 – BadenWurttemberg, more information about the journey that FREH Immobilien e.K. can take its clients on – one into a future filled with tangible value – can be found at the website link listed below. “Recognizing value - naming value - many years of experience from solid, traditional real estate company with a clear focus on expertise and full service.” Contact: Frank D. Ehmann Company: FREH Immobilien e.K. Web Address: https://www.freh.net/
Real Estate and Property Awards 2025 Best Heritage Led Residential Regeneration 2025 – UK Dolphin Square is a prominent estate of private flats near the River Thames in Pimlico, Westminster. Built between 1935 and 1937, it was, until the development of Highbury Square, the largest garden square in Greater London constructed as private housing. Following a recent full refurbishment and restoration, Dolphin Square now exudes luxury as one of Europe’s largest private rental estates. We find out more from Roshan Ramlugun, who led the impressive project, as Dolphin Square is recognised in the Real Estate and Property Awards 2025.
7 Located in Pimlico, London, Dolphin Square boasts a storied history that reflects both grandeur and intrigue. Completed in 1937, this massive apartment complex quickly became a symbol of luxury and modernity, attracting high-profile residents, including politicians, actors, and spies. During World War II, it housed military personnel and was a hub of wartime activity. The post-war era saw Dolphin Square continue as a prestigious address and home to a vibrant community of residents. Despite periods of change, Dolphin Square has remained an iconic fixture in London's architectural and social landscape, embodying a rich tapestry of historical events and cultural shifts. Today, Dolphin Square is one of London’s most historic and significant residential estates, comprising 1,234 homes across 13 buildings within a 7.5-acre site, including 3.5 acres of Grade II-listed landscaped gardens. The estate is a landmark of neo-Georgian architecture and early 20th-century urban housing. The estate has undergone one of Europe’s largest residential restorations, transforming a historic asset into a modern, sustainable, and community-focused private rental estate while preserving its architectural heritage. Dolphin Square serves a diverse resident base, providing apartments of varying sizes and layouts to accommodate different household types and lifestyles. Residents benefit from a comprehensive lifestyle package, including fully restored fitness and leisure facilities, yoga and spin studios, wellness spaces, upgraded squash and tennis courts, a café-bar, a terrace, and juice bar. The estate’s publicly accessible, Grade II-listed gardens foster outdoor activity and social connection. A committed on-site team manages day-to-day operations, ensures resident safety and comfort, supports community engagement, and maintains high operational standards. Operations at Dolphin Square are guided by values of community, wellbeing, inclusivity, sustainability, heritage preservation, and resident-first service. Every intervention - from apartment layouts to communal amenities, energy systems, and gardens - is shaped by these principles, ensuring the estate delivers both historic integrity and modern comfort. The estate applies a resident-first approach to all aspects of management and restoration. The phased delivery gives residents the option to remain on-site, maintaining continuity and community cohesion. Apartments have been reconfigured to provide light-filled, open-plan living, improved storage, upgraded kitchens and bathrooms, and enhanced accessibility, enabled by modern fire and smoke ventilation systems. Energy-efficient measures include air source heat pumps, MVHR systems, roof insulation, over 6,000 heritage-style double-glazed windows, and rooftop solar panels, creating low-carbon, sustainable homes. Communal spaces and gardens are designed for inclusivity, social interaction, and wellbeing, with events, wellness classes, and opportunities for creative expression. Ongoing engagement through coffee mornings, town halls, and feedback loops ensures that residents’ voices shape estate operations and improvements. Sustainability, heritage, and community values are embedded in procurement, construction, and day-to-day management, making Dolphin Square a model for integrating historic preservation with modern, people-focused living. Roshan Ramlugun of AXA Investment Managers who led the project tells us more about the firm’s focus. “Within the real estate and property space, our focus is on heritage-led restoration and modernisation of large-scale residential estates, delivering homes that meet contemporary standards of comfort, sustainability, and wellbeing, while preserving architectural and cultural significance,” she states. This focus has been driven by experience in managing and upgrading live, operational estates, where maintaining community continuity and resident satisfaction is critical.” Indeed, the estate’s original layouts, limited accessibility, had inefficient heating, and underused communal amenities which demanded innovative solutions. Lessons from these challenges informed the phased restoration strategy, enabling works to proceed with residents living on-site, minimising disruption, and integrating low-carbon systems, smart home technology, and reconfigured apartment layouts. “The choice to specialise in this area stems from the opportunity to demonstrate that historic estates can meet modern sustainability standards, deliver high-quality living, and foster social value,” continues Roshan. “By combining conservation, operational excellence, and resident-focused design, the project creates a replicable model for future urban residential restoration, proving that heritage preservation and modern living can coexist successfully.” Despite its impressive status, the restoration of Dolphin Square presented several significant challenges. As a 1930s residential complex, much of the original building fabric, including singleglazed windows, uninsulated roofs, and outdated mechanical systems, no longer met contemporary standards. Interiors featured narrow kitchens, limited storage, poor accessibility, and compartmentalised layouts, which constrained modern living. One of the key challenges faced was delivering extensive upgrades while the estate remained occupied, ensuring continuity for residents and maintaining community cohesion. “This required a phased restoration approach, careful planning, and constant engagement with tenants to minimise disruption,” explains Roshan. “The project also had to balance heritage conservation with modernisation, ensuring all interventions – such as the replacement of over 6,000 bespoke heritage-style windows, installation of air source heat pumps, MVHR systems, and upgraded communal spaces – respected the architectural character of the estate.” The team at Dolphin Square is particularly proud of the resident engagement maintained throughout the works, successfully integrating sustainability, wellbeing, and modern amenities into a historic estate. The creation of accessible, light-filled homes, revitalised gardens, and communal facilities demonstrates that a large-scale heritage estate can be transformed into a modern, lowcarbon, and community-focused residential environment without compromising its historic identity. The team made sure to have regular touch points with residents to keep them updated and involved in the works, creating a relationship of trust and connection throughout. Weekly coffee mornings for residents to meet with senior leaders and ask questions, 1-1 calls with project leads, and consistent communication throughout were key elements of ensuring the community was put first. The Dolphin Square project has cultivated an internal culture that empowers its team and drives performance. The organisation operates with a flat structure, encouraging staff at all levels to take ownership of initiatives and contribute new ideas, fostering innovation and accountability. Regular exposure to senior management ensures that every team member is connected to the wider vision of the estate, while cross-department collaboration promotes knowledge sharing and breaks down silos, allowing insights from operations, resident engagement, and maintenance to inform decision-making across the business. “At the heart of the culture is a relentless focus on customer satisfaction,” enthuses Roshan. “Success is measured not just by operational metrics, but by the experience and wellbeing of residents, ensuring that every initiative – from apartment upgrades to communal space enhancements – is delivered with a customer-first mindset. This culture of empowerment, collaboration, and resident focus underpins Dolphin Square’s ability to deliver highquality, sustainable, and community-oriented living at scale.” Not only for its impressive restoration which saw one of London’s finest and largest residential estates transformed, but also for its residentfirst approach, Dolphin Square gained notable recognition recently when it clinched a highlydesired top spot in the Real Estate and Property Awards 2025, being named Best Heritage Led Residential Regeneration 2025 – UK for its dedicated endeavours. Now, the future for Dolphin Square is focused on continuing and completing the ambitious restoration programme. Phase Two will see the swimming pool and spa fully revitalised, with completion expected in 2026, alongside the upgrade of the remaining Phase Two residential units. Concurrently, work is underway on the design programme for Phase Three, which will further enhance the estate’s apartments, communal spaces, and amenities, ensuring the offering remains best-in-class for residents. Beyond Dolphin Square itself, the firm is actively seeking new opportunities to apply the knowledge and expertise gained from this landmark heritage and sustainability-led restoration to other markets and projects, demonstrating that large-scale, low-carbon, community-focused retrofit is both feasible and replicable. For the remainder of 2025, the focus will be on delivering Phase Two works, continuing resident engagement, monitoring sustainability and wellbeing outcomes, and refining Phase Three designs, all while maintaining high standards of operational excellence and community experience. Contact: Roshan Ramlugun Company: Dolphin Square Web Address: www.dolphinsquare.co.uk
Real Estate and Property Awards 2025 Thaton Property is a Zimbabwean development and investment holding company with a vertically integrated model and a sharp focus on quality, costefficiency, and long-term value. Based in Harare, the company operates across the full property value chain – conceptualising, designing, engineering, financing, and managing its own developments. Thaton’s approach is defined by its ability to deliver high-end residential, commercial, and hospitality projects without compromising on affordability or finish. In a market shaped by economic volatility and shifting buyer expectations, the company has built its reputation on consistency, adaptability, and a product that speaks for itself. The company’s fully integrated model allows it to control every stage of the development process – from initial concept and land acquisition to design, engineering, financing, and long-term management. This structure Best Property Developer 2025 – Harare Zimbabwe’s property market demands resilience and a clear understanding of buyer priorities. Thaton Property meets this demand with a fully integrated, selffinanced model and a commitment to delivering quality without compromise. As Thaton Property is named in the Real Estate and Property Awards 2025, we took a closer look at the company’s exceptional contributions to the sector. gives Thaton Property the agility to respond to market shifts and client needs without relying on external funding or fragmented partnerships. It also enables the team to maintain a high level of quality across its portfolio, with each project reflecting the company’s signature blend of architectural integrity and practical functionality. In addition to its core development work, Thaton Property offers a wide range of specialised services across the property lifecycle. These include brownfield building conversions, quantity surveying, project and development management, and property sales and leasing. The company has also proven expertise in delivering commercial offices, student accommodation, luxury and budget hotels, resorts, and casinos. This breadth of experience allows Thaton Property to tailor its approach to each project, whether repurposing existing structures or building from the ground up. Contact Details: Contact: Strive Chikwanda Company: Thaton Property Web Address: www.thatonproperty.co.zw
9 In a saturated market, Thaton Property stands out for its unwillingness to compromise quality for quantity. Its developments are defined by a level of finish unparalleled in the region: full double glazing across all units, fitted kitchens equipped with Smeg appliances, and architectural designs that prioritise both aesthetic value and long-term durability. Thaton Property was the first developer to implement full double glazing in a Zimbabwean residential project – an innovation that reflects its commitment to raising the standard of local construction. Thaton Property’s developments range from lifestyle estates and residential complexes to commercial and hospitality builds, each tailored to the operational realities of Zimbabwe’s property market. The company works primarily with high-profile Zimbabweans operating within the medical, pharmaceutical, law, and agricultural fields, comprising government officials, retired business people, young and ambitious entrepreneurs, and investors seeking quality properties with high potential. At the heart of Thaton Property’s model is a deep respect for the client. The company’s approach is rooted in transparency, flexibility, and a genuine effort to ease the financial pressures many Zimbabweans face. Thaton offers tailored payment plans – including mortgages, extended terms of up to 65 months, and bespoke agreements designed around each client’s circumstances. Buyers are even granted occupation upon completion of their unit regardless of whether full payment has been made, whilst pricing remains deliberately competitive at no expense to quality. Thaton Property’s commitment to its clients goes beyond pricing and payment terms, extending to anticipating how the housing sector itself is changing. One of its current projects involves the development of 80 apartments on just 1.3 hectares – a move that reflects its embrace of densification, a relatively new practice in Harare. By building upward rather than outward, the company is able to maximise land use while maintaining quality and liveability. It also addresses infrastructure challenges headon, implementing backup systems to ensure consistent access to electricity, water, and security. In addition to enhancing day-to-day living, these measures will also keep operating costs manageable for residents. Its ability to deliver under pressure is a defining part of Thaton Property’s identity. The company has built its developments without relying on borrowed funds – a rare feat in a capital-intensive industry. Operating through periods of economic uncertainty and logistical difficulty, the team has remained focused on its long-term vision and is even on course to deliver the first ever lifestyle estate in Zimbabwe. Transparency has been central to this journey, with clients kept informed at every stage and trust maintained through open communication and consistent delivery. Behind Thaton Property’s steady momentum is a team of highly trained professionals who bring both technical fluency and client-facing clarity to the table. The sales division plays a particularly strategic role, generating leads through a wide range of channels – from billboards and online portals to exhibitions, referrals, and even drive-by interest. Once engaged, prospective buyers are guided through a comprehensive presentation of the development, supported by renderings, site plans, permits, and other technical documentation. Looking ahead, Thaton Property remains focused on expanding its footprint while staying true to the principles that have shaped its journey so far. With new developments underway and a growing client base, the company is poised to play an instrumental role in Zimbabwe’s evolving urban landscape. Its commitment to quality, transparency, and long-term value continues to guide every decision, from the materials it selects to the partnerships it builds. As the housing sector faces new pressures and possibilities, Thaton Property stands ready to meet them with a vision for how Zimbabweans can live, invest, and thrive.
Real Estate and Property Awards 2025 Most Trusted Real Estate Agents 2025 – Tri-Cities Equally as passionate about working with first-time homebuyers as they are with luxury buyers and sellers from across the Tri-Cities (the area of Washington state that spans Richland, Kennewick, and Pasco), the Cari McGee Real Estate Team operates atop a simple principle: nobody takes better care of their clients. Giving an example of this in action, a client who recently moved out of the area was asked three times by a neighbour if they would sell directly to a friend. The client’s response? “I don’t think you understand our devotion to, and the trust we have in, our Realtor®.” Cari’s client-first focus is seen through initiatives such as a client recognition programme, whereby this Kennewick real estate team shows its appreciation to its clients every month through things like exclusive gifts and invitations to events. As part of this, the team also partners with other local businesses to secure offers and discounts that are not available to the general public. Commenting on why they have such a programme in place, Cari told us: “Across the industry, 90% of people say they’ll use their agent again, but less than 20% actually do. The problem is that lot of agents give a ‘closing gift’ to their clients at the end of the transaction, and then move on to finding their next client or next sale. We don’t give closing gifts and we don’t ‘move on’ from our clients. We treat them like the most important part of our business – because they are! It’s made a huge difference in our business.” The personal touches inherent across the business have resulted in a wealth of memorable moments and clients over the last seven years, including a recent one, when the team helped a young couple in their mid-20s who were buying their first home. The man had gone to elementary school with Cari’s son, which was really nice for her. After they had found the right home and had their offer accepted, the couple told Cari they planned to get married in the house on move-in day. “I knew we had to do something special for them”, Cari explained. “So, the day before this wonderful young couple moved in, totally unbeknownst to them, we hired our favourite local florist to fill their otherwise empty living room with bridal flowers so they could have that special wedding feeling as they exchanged vows in their new home! They had no idea, and it was really emotional when they first opened the front door and saw the home decorated like that!” Every real estate agent will say that they care about their clients, but it is hard to imagine The Cari McGee Real Estate Team, led by Cari McGee, is a top Tri-Cities-based real estate team that has been making their clients’ dreams come true since 2018. Cari herself has been doing this for a lot longer, having helped over 600 families in the Tri-Cities to buy and sell homes since becoming a licensed Realtor® in 2004. With clients of all ages and backgrounds, Cari and her team have more than earned the title of Most Trusted Real Estate Agents 2025 – Tri-Cities. We caught up with Cari for more on the back of this win. any others going to such lengths to really take care of them. Unsurprisingly, the sense of trust that this creates is – as this award suggests – second to none. Another example can be found in the professional staging service that Cari provides most of her seller clients. This may cost thousands, but the investment is worth it because staged homes usually sell faster and for more money. A lot of agents pass staging costs on to their clients, but Cari chooses to pay it herself. The team behind this, the best Realtor® in the Tri-Cities, is fully aligned in this pursuit of being the most trusted and client-serving real estate agent in the region, and the steps they take to continuously improve are ensuring they remain the go-to provider for those in search of nothing but the best. More on the Cari McGee Real Estate Team can be found at the link below, where you’ll find lots of informative content that helps answer some of the most common questions Cari gets from buyers and sellers alike. Contact Details Contact: Cari McGee Company: Cari McGee Real Estate Team Web Address: https://www.carimcgee.com/
11 As industrial development evolves beyond utility, the demand for spaces that reflect both operational excellence and architectural integrity is rising. Based in Thessaloniki, REALKAT is leading that shift by delivering high-performance logistics and industrial buildings that are tailored, sustainable, and built to last. Following REALKAT’s recent recognition in the Real Estate and Property Awards 2025, we spoke to Co- Founder and Civil Engineer MSc Stefanos Syrmos for more. Best Industrial & Logistics Property Developer 2025 - Greece Contact: Stefanos Syrmos Company: REALKAT – SYRMOS PAPANIKOS Web Address: www.realkat.gr Established in its original form in 2010 and restructured in 2014, REALKAT is a dynamic industrial and logistics development firm based in Thessaloniki, Northern Greece. Strategically located in the country’s second-largest city – home to a major port that connects the Balkans and Central Europe – REALKAT is positioned at the heart of key agricultural and logistics trade routes. The company operates with a “one-stop-shop” philosophy, offering a comprehensive suite of services tailored to the needs of industrial and logistics clients. REALKAT provides end-to-end architectural, engineering, and planning expertise, followed by the full-scale construction and development of industrial buildings on a turnkey basis. At its core, the company is driven by a commitment to understanding each client’s business landscape and delivering bespoke solutions that result in high-performance, purpose-built workspaces. With a focus on functionality, precision, and client satisfaction REALKAT continues to shape the future of industrial infrastructure across the region. “We at REALKAT disagree that industrial buildings have to be like a plain box from the past,” Stefanos shared. “Just like housing, industrial and logistics buildings must evolve and do need an architectural touch, high quality materials, and a final outcome that addresses the quality and the dynamic potential of the company that owns it. Our goal is to make each building unique, with unparalleled quality, energy-efficiency, and functionality, adding value to the end-result for the company that will ultimately own it – always with timely delivery and at the lowest possible cost.” This philosophy is reflected in REALKAT’s recent work with high-profile clients across agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and logistics, including supplychain providers for some of the world’s most recognisable food and beverage brands. Typically engaged from the earliest stages of development, the company works alongside clients before land acquisition, helping assess potential plots and navigate planning legislation to ensure optimal functionality. Clients turn to REALKAT for its proven expertise in designing and developing unique industrial premises of unmatched quality. The challenge, and the company’s hallmark, lies in consistently exceeding expectations: delivering large-scale buildings with advanced technical features and a sustainabilitydriven approach that continues to set REALKAT apart as a leader in the field. REALKAT’s ability to exceed client expectations is rooted in a strong internal culture built around four guiding principles. First, the team prioritises complete client satisfaction by deeply understanding each business’s operational needs. Second, they commit to continuous growth – researching market trends, sourcing new materials, and refining design and construction techniques. Third, they uphold uncompromising standards of quality and uniqueness, supported by rigorous supervision and attention to detail. And finally, REALKAT champions teamwork over hierarchy, encouraging every employee to contribute ideas and participate in decision-making, regardless of experience. “Our culture is that if you cannot bring something new or useful to the table now, you will eventually do it by participating and evolving,” Stefanos explained. “Never leave anyone out; we all learn and progress together and, inevitably, we all thrive together!” Looking ahead, REALKAT is on track to complete two major developments by the end of 2025, reinforcing its reputation for timely delivery and technical excellence. The first is a new logistics hub for a leading car-parts importer and distributor, designed to streamline operations and support future growth. The second is a set of industrial warehouses and offices for a German multinational sugar production and trading company – now nearing completion at 75% and 95%, respectively. In 2026, the company will begin work on a large-scale logistics facility for a distributor of prominent European food and beverage brands. With planning underway and construction scheduled to commence in spring, the goal is to deliver the project before year-end, enabling the client to meet peak seasonal demand with expanded floorspace and shelving capacity. As REALKAT continues to grow, its focus remains clear: to provide clients with both the buildings that support their ongoing growth and the technical solutions that enable them to operate efficiently within them. For its unwavering dedication to this mission, REALKAT has been named Greece’s Best Industrial & Logistics Property Developer 2025 - Greece
Real Estate and Property Awards 2025 Navigating the property market can be an incredibly daunting task, especially for those without access to trusted networks, clear guidance, or secure partnerships. Joint Property Match is tackling that challenge head-on, blending technology with real-world experience to transform how people connect in real estate through smarter, safer, and more successful matches. With its proprietary platform KeyCoMatch recognised in the Real Estate and Property Awards 2025, we spoke with Founder Adrienne Kendall to learn more. Best AIPowered Real Estate Platform 2025: KeyCoMatch Joint Property Match is Canada’s first AI-powered consultancy, dedicated to making property ownership and co-rental more secure, accessible, and community-focused. The consultancy serves a diverse range of clients – including families, students, seniors, singles, and investors – united by a common desire to find a safer, more reliable way to connect with potential co-owners, co-investors, tenants, landlords, or roommates. The company was founded in 2024 by Adrienne Kendall, a seasoned professional bringing more than 20 years of hands-on experience in real estate – comprising buying, building, managing tenants and Airbnbs, and collaborating with realtors and brokers. Throughout this journey, Adrienne saw firsthand the challenges people faced within the property market: unreliable matches, a lack of transparency, and the risks of entering property partnerships without proper vetting or support. Recognising a gap in the market for secure, community-driven, and tech-enabled solutions, Joint Property Match opted to specialise in co-ownership and co-rental – not only as a response to affordability, but as a way to empower people to safely share resources, build equity, and create supportive living investment opportunities. “Our mission is to transform property ownership and co-living into a secure, affordable, and community-driven experience for everyone,” Adrienne told us. “We’re rebuilding what community should be – empowering people of all ages and backgrounds to live, invest, and thrive together.” To achieve this mission, Joint Property Match has developed KeyCoMatch – a secure, AI-powered platform designed to help users safely connect, vet, and collaborate with co-owners, co-investors, roommates, landlords, and tenants. The platform goes beyond traditional real estate by utilising advanced matching algorithms that match users based on compatibility, lifestyle, and goals, as well as providing comprehensive consulting, rigorous verification, and ongoing mediation. Most importantly, it connects users with a trusted network of vetted legal, financial, and real estate professionals to support them at every stage of their journey. Every feature of KeyCoMatch is built to protect Joint Property Match’s clients and foster trust within its community. This is seen through comprehensive ID, credit, and background checks to ensure safe and reliable partnerships, as well as the company’s commitment to leading with honesty, clear communication, and fair pricing. Joint Property Match provides professional mediation and dispute resolution support to encourage positive co-living and investment experiences, and meticulously vets all realtors, mortgage brokers, inspectors, and legal experts introduced to its partner network. KeyCoMatch is seeing a steady increase in co-owners, co-investors, and property listings across British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario, with additional provinces on the horizon. With a scalable foundation and proven demand, the platform is poised for rapid expansion across Canada and internationally – unlocking new markets and reaching millions of potential users. The company is also in active talks with major rental and real estate platforms to integrate its technology and broaden its reach, opening new opportunities for users and partners alike. Building on this momentum, Joint Property Match’s latest project has centred on scaling KeyCoMatch across Canada and beyond, continuing to redefine how people connect, invest, and build community within real estate. The company remains focused on building trust and driving adoption through targeted outreach and education. Designed to be inclusive and accessible to all Canadians – from first-time buyers to seasoned investors – the platform continues to expand its features, listings, and support to serve a growing, diverse user base. “Looking ahead, we aim to make KeyCoMatch the leading platform for secure, community-driven property connections – across Canada and globally,” Adrienne announced. “With ongoing innovation, strategic partnerships, and a commitment to reimagining how and where people live, we’re excited to help shape the future of real estate. I want to express my thanks and gratitude to my dedicated platform developers, Codenovous Digital, who have been integral to making this happen.” Furthermore, the company is working with incredible builders and developers to support people in creating their own little communities, where elders can age with peace and dignity with nurses aiding them. This also supports people in having a home to call their own, where family and friends can enjoy time with one another for all occasions. This is not simply building dwellings, this is creating a community for our current and future generations. It is a pleasure to award Joint Property Match’s innovative platform in our Real Estate and Property Awards 2025, but it is also important to us to highlight the company’s commitment to people’s livelihood in every way possible. Contact: Adrienne Kendall Company: Joint Property Match Web Address: www.jointpropertymatch.com
13 Best Commercial Real Estate Development & Management Company 2025 – Berkshire As companies adapt to the new work environment, they are increasingly seeking spaces that support the shift towards hybrid and flexible work models. Business parks are playing an instrumental role in this trend, providing industrial spaces that are customisable and scalable, ensuring that businesses can continue to adapt to the evolving nature of work. At the helm of this shift is JP Winkworth, a leading development company promoting the sustained growth of its clients’ businesses through the management of high-quality business parks. We heard more from Director Jane Winkworth below, as JP Winkworth is named in the Real Estate and Property Awards 2025. Based in Berkshire, JP Winkworth is a longstanding, family-run real estate company specialising in the development and management of high-quality commercial properties. At the heart of the company lies the core values of integrity, reliability, and community, driving the team’s passion for conducting business the right way: prioritising honesty, transparency, and a genuine commitment to supporting its tenants. These values guide every decision JP Winkworth makes, rooted in the belief that long-term relationships and trust are more valuable than short-term gains. JP Winkworth serves a diverse clientele, united in their need for well-managed and well-presented spaces where businesses can grow. To this end, it currently maintains three thriving business parks, providing a range of flexible office, industrial, and warehouse spaces that support business growth. The company goes beyond the realm of traditional property management, offering tailored leasing solutions, ongoing site maintenance, and continuous improvements to ensure its parks remain attractive, safe, and efficient places to work. “This focus has been shaped by our history as a family-run company with a longterm commitment to our tenants and local community,” Jane explained. “We chose to specialise in this area because business parks represent a sustainable and collaborative form of commercial real estate. Over time, this has become central to how we define success – not just through occupancy rates but through the positive, lasting partnerships we cultivate.” At its core, JP Winkworth strives to provide highquality, well-managed commercial spaces that support the success and growth of the businesses within its parks. By prioritising hands-on management, high standards of maintenance, strong communication, and a long-term vision in modernising its business parks, the company proudly maintains lasting relationships with its tenants and ensures that every property under its management remains safe, functional, and well cared for. “Ultimately, our mission is not just to manage property, but to create places where businesses can thrive and our family values of integrity, reliability, and care are reflected in everything we do.” As a family-run business, JP Winkworth is able to take a hands-on, personalised approach that larger corporate operators often cannot match. Every client is treated as a partner whilst under the company’s care, working in close collaboration to help their businesses thrive. “Many of our tenants have been with us for years – even decades – because they value the consistency, reliability, and personal attention we provide,” said Jane. “We offer a supportive environment where businesses can grow confidently, knowing they are part of a well-run, community-minded estate.” This is reflected in JP Winkworth’s internal culture, a culture that is at once both collaborative and entrepreneurial. The team’s ethos is built upon trust, transparency, and a commitment to forming long-term relationships, driven by a culture that emphasises professionalism, accountability, and a shared commitment to the success of its parks. The team provides 24/7 support to tenants, dedicated to cultivating a peaceful, beautiful, and relaxed environment that enables businesses to flourish and thrive within the park. At present, the team are focused on consolidating their current operations and maintaining the superlative standards expected by clients – the very standards that have earned JP Winkworth a stellar reputation as Berkshire’s Best Commercial Real Estate Development and Management Company 2025. “We’re continuously reviewing potential opportunities for future growth and development,” Jane announced. “We’re excited about continuing to enhance the value and experience across our three business parks. Ultimately, our mission is not just to manage property, but to create places where businesses can thrive and our family values of integrity, reliability, and care are reflected in everything we do.” Contact: Jane Winkworth Company: JP Winkworth Web Address: www.jpwinkworth.co.uk
Real Estate and Property Awards 2025 Best Luxury Real Estate Agency 2025 – Costa Blanca & BUILD Client Service Excellence Award 2025 Striving for ‘Xcellence’ at every turn, the exceptional team of associates behind the agency are led by Marjolein Groot and Steve Roberts. Combined, they are the foremost source for local knowledge on real estate in Costa Blanca, having worked for more than 20 years in the Jávea, Moraira, and Denia regions. The service they provide spans the entirety of a client’s journey, and their passion for the customer experience sees prospective property owners from across the world enlightened on the luxury lifestyle that awaits them along this coast. The team here specialise in luxury properties and villas, working closely with investors and clients alike who are looking for a bespoke service as they search for the perfect property for their needs in this beautiful region of Spain. With a particular affinity for Costa Blanca North, especially the Jávea area, Steve and the team leverage the close relationships they have formed over the years with local architects, builders, and lawyers to ensure that every client gets their dream home – whether they find it or have to buy the land and build it. Offering a glimpse of his team in action, Steve shared: “Here at Xcellence, we have just finished and sold our latest project: a large, fivebedroom, sea-view, Ibiza-style villa in Jávea for over three million euros.” Steve continued: “We are just in the process of starting out our next project, this a front-line villa worth 5 million euros that overlooks the desirable port area of Jávea.” Alongside these projects, Xcellence also has a range of properties, luxury villas, and plots of land available to browse on its website, linked at the bottom of the page. Unsurprisingly, every luxury property or piece of land listed by Xcellence reaches a huge audience from all over the world, stemming from the marketing prowess of the company. This global influence is bolstered by a simple yet comprehensive website, where the properties of its selling clients are showcased through full-screen, high-resolution images. Fans of the British show ‘A Place in the Sun’ may have also seen some of its luxury properties on the series, during the segment where the host takes a look at one of the best, most modern and eye-catching villas in whichever region they are based that week. With the Costa Blanca being globally renowned for its beauty and the diversity it offers across its luxury properties, it is unsurprising that a number of real estate agencies have opened up in the region since Xcellence first came along. However, few lack the experience, reliability, and commitment to quality service that this agency can deliver, and that is why clients keeping coming back to this family business, With a name like Xcellence, clients of this real estate agency in Jávea know what they are getting before they even reach out and make contact. However, more than offering an excellent service, the team here aim to restore trust, integrity, and a personal touch to Costa Blanca’s real estate scene, treating all clients like friends and neighbours. This, combined with the luxury properties it specialises in, makes Xcellence renowned in this space. Steve Roberts, one of the agency’s co-owners, sat down with us for more. whether that is to continue to diversify their own property portfolio, or to share its services with their family and friends. There are few things as special as opening up the windows every morning and feeling the breeze of the Mediterranean. This is just the beginning of the exceptional luxury that awaits in one of Xcellence’s properties, thanks to a portfolio that is unrivalled in terms of both quality and scope. The team will work hard to find the perfect luxury property for a client’s budget, taking into consideration their needs and interests to ensure that all of the desired amenities – such as beaches, golf courses, restaurants, or schools – are close by. Recognised as the Best Luxury Real Estate Agency 2025 – Costa Blanca and with our BUILD Client Service Excellence Award 2025, Xcellence’s distinction may be reflected through its name, but this merely scratches the surface. Having raised the bar in the region’s property market for more than two decades, this family business has all of the expertise, connections, and insights its clients need for a seamless property journey. Its full range of properties and service offerings can be explored using the aforementioned link. Contact: [email protected] Company: Xcellence Web Address: https://xcellence.es/ Xcellence
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