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Real Estate

The Olayan Group’s commitment to leaving the world better than it is today finds its most tangible expression in our real estate holdings. Across the globe, we improve our assets to meet the highest standards of sustainability, luxury, and design. From multifamily housing to marquee office buildings and hotels, we invest for tomorrow.


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Our partnerships

In addition to our direct investments, Olayan invests alongside best-in-class partners in both joint venture and co-investment structures, as well as fund investments with top-tier managers. Together with our partners, we ensure the highest standards of quality and sustainability. From trophy assets to affordable housing, we enhance the communities in which we operate.


A focus on our communities

“We invest in unloved real estate assets in great locations with amazing potential. The Group’s financial strength and long-term view means that you’re able to look ahead 20, 30, 40 years.”

Jonathan Shelton

Global Co-Head of Real Estate

A competitive edge

“We have a different time horizon from our competitors. We take a longer-term view of our investments. Our permanent capital allows us to take a different strategy, a different look at opportunities.”

Jeff Ong

Managing Director, Head of Real Estate for Asia-Pacific

Our commitment to sustainability

“Our 550 Madison property is the only building in New York City that meets today’s highest standards for environmental efficiency. We also have a very big multifamily portfolio across many states that provides a lot of families with a better place to live.”

Erik Horvat

Global Co-Head of Real Estate

Some of our notable real estate investments:

  • 550 Madison
  • Ritz Madrid
  • Multifamily
  • TEMES
  • The Etoile Portfolio
  • The Knightsbridge Estate
550 Madison Ritz Madrid Multifamily TEMES The Etoile Portfolio The Knightsbridge Estate
An icon restored at 550 Madison, 2016

Designed by architects Philip Johnson and John Burgee, 550 Madison Avenue is one of the city’s most recognizable architectural masterworks – a postmodern gem known for its distinctive “Chippendale” curved roof pediment and pink granite façade. The Olayan Group has led a comprehensive revitalization effort of this landmarked, 8500,00 square foot office tower, including a new half-acre public garden, extraordinary tenant-only amenity and wellness spaces, and extensive air quality and sustainability initiatives that have achieved LEED Platinum environmental certification. The project transformed the single-tenant tower into a contemporary multi-tenant property that has attracted world-class tenants.

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Luxury epitomized at the Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid, 2015

Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid is a luxury Belle Époque palace located in Madrid’s famous Golden Triangle of Art. For over 110 years, the hotel has hosted royalty, dignitaries, and some of the most distinguished guests in the world.

Following a three-year renovation, it is the epitome of comfort and elegance. With a stunning and meticulous restoration that celebrates César Ritz’s pioneering spirit, in a prestigious central location, with five restaurants and bars, and overseen by one of Spain’s most celebrated chefs, the Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid is one of the city’s most luxurious hotels.

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Modern and sustainable multifamily, 2014

The Olayan Group began programmatically investing in multifamily properties across the US in 2014. Since then, Olayan, along with our strategic partners, has built a portfolio of over 40k apartments spanning 18 states. We target quality assets in high-growth markets throughout the US. While these investments vary, from transit-oriented developments to value-add workforce housing, Olayan maintains a commitment to providing safe, modern, and sustainable housing.

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TEMES, 2014

In 2014, a shareholding in TEMES was acquired, thereby joining the Constantakopoulos family as a long-term and committed shareholder.

Founded in 1997, TEMES is a leading investor, developer, and operator in the high-end tourism and real estate sector in Greece. Costa Navarino, its flagship development, is one of the largest tourism investments in the Mediterranean. The development will comprise five resorts with 5-star hotels, quality facilities, and world-class golf courses, fulfilling the vision of TEMES’s founder, Vassilis C. Constantakopoulos, to establish his home, Messinia, as a top international destination.

TEMES also controls Ionian Hotel Enterprises S.A., owner of a historic, flagship property in the center of Athens. Additionally, TEMES has partnered with Lamda Development S.A. in the joint development of residences and two state-of-the-art hotels in the landmark Hellinikon project, aiming to put the Athens Riveria on the global tourism map.


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The Etoile Portfolio, 2014

The Etoile Portfolio was acquired in 2014. Its eight properties are located in the heart of Paris’s Golden Triangle and central business district, with three of the assets located on avenue Montaigne, one of the world’s renowned retail destinations.

The 800,000-square-foot portfolio includes prime offices, luxury retail spaces, and residential units. Since the acquisition, three of the assets have been completely redeveloped to create modern, best-in-class real estate now home to Moët Hennessy, Dolce & Gabbana, and Air France, among others.


Heritage reimagined at The Knightsbridge Estate, 2010

This exquisitely located, 3.5-acre destination has been undergoing a transformation since The Olayan Group purchased it in 2010. Shops on Brompton Road and Hans Crescent have been remodelled to feature a variety of engaging new brands, including the flagship Burberry store at 1 Sloane Street opening in June 2021, followed in July 2022 with the opening of Apple’s Flagship Brompton Road Store. The most significant redevelopment, at the northern end of The Knightsbridge Estate, offers seven retail units, state-of-the-art office space, luxury rental apartments, and a destination rooftop restaurant all delivered behind a retained historic façade.

The Knightsbridge Estate is committed to the community and amongst other sustainable practices, has achieved BREEAM ‘Excellent’ for the newly developed offices at The Knightsbridge Estate. Our redevelopment of the estate and investment in improvements to local infrastructure goes above and beyond to deliver a scheme that is sustainable and environmentally friendly, while retaining the rich architectural heritage of the original Victorian façades.

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