Bottega Residences wins ‘Premium Real Estate Developer Award'
Saleh Tabakh, CEO, Andalusia Group walked away with the prestigious Premiere Real Estate Developer Award for Bottega Residences at Global Business Leaders Awards which were held on June 21, 2025, at Millennium Plaza Hotel in Dubai.
Andalusia Group, a pioneering real estate developing company based in Dubai, had recently announced the launch of Bottega Nove Premium Residences, an epitome of Italian- inspired luxury living in Dubai, against a cost of Dh210 million.
This architectural marvel spans nine stories, crafted entirely from exquisite Italian materials, reflecting the pinnacle of modern Italian design. Located in the vibrant & mixed-use area of Majan, in Dubailand, Bottega Nove promises residents a lifestyle of unparalleled opulence.
In a landmark partnership, Fam Properties will serve as the exclusive brokers for Bottega Nove. Their expertise is crucial in aligning the project with discerning buyers and investors who appreciate refined living spaces.
Speaking to the media after winning the award Saleh Tabakh, CEO of Andalusia Real Estate, said: 'I am really happy and it is a great privilege to have won this award. We are inconceivably glad for the launch of this project, which represents our steadfast dedication to establish a premium brand synonymous with sophisticated luxury living, as we are committed to deliver innovative concepts that will set a new benchmark in Dubai's real estate market'.
'The project offers our clients exceptional investment opportunities, while provides flexible payment options, including crowdfunding, to involve a wider pool of investors who seek to be a part of this luxurious project', Tabakh stated.
'Dubai's cultural diversity & vibrant lifestyle are favorable to a huge international audience. In the meantime, we cannot overlook the role of supportive policies & legislations and the governmental interventions which facilitate the launch of new business in a manner which strengthens the status of Dubai as a global hub', Tabakh told.
'Dubai boasts numberless advantages, including its dynamic economy & cultural richness, which support the growth of real estate developers. Andalusia Group leverages its investments in Dubai, thanks to the potential of the Emirate & constant pursuit to strengthen it international real estate status through luxuriousness & innovation ', Tabakh concluded.
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