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January 2, 2026

Mixed-Use

Webstar Technology Group and Forge Atlanta Asset Management have secured a 10-acre site in Downtown Atlanta, marking the start of the 8.4 million square foot Forge Atlanta district. The project is expected to generate over $7.37 billion in economic impact and create thousands of jobs. Phase I will deliver a 300-room hotel, luxury condominiums, and extensive retail space. Construction is scheduled to begin in 2026.
Mercedes-Benz and Binghatti have revealed plans for a massive $8.17 billion branded residential district in Dubai’s Meydan area. The development, known as Mercedes-Benz Places | Binghatti City spans 10 million square feet and represents a significant expansion of the partnership between the car manufacturer and the developer. This masterplanned community will feature multiple residential towers alongside retail, leisure and mobility hubs.
Hilton is set to expand its luxury footprint in the Caribbean with the 2028 opening of AMARIS Grace Bay in Turks and Caicos. The project will operate under the LXR Hotels & Resorts brand and feature 170 guest rooms alongside high-end branded residences. This development is part of a broader push by Hilton to double its luxury presence in the region through its top-tier brands.
Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) and Dedicated Housing Company (DHC) have announced a new partnership to develop a hospitality-inspired residential community in Riyadh's Al Malaz district. The development will consist of over 450 serviced residential units and 1,600 beds across two plots totalling 13,000 square metres. The project is an example of Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), aimed at linking high-quality living with key transportation infrastructure to create more connected and sustainable urban areas.
Karma Urban Development has officially launched its first project in New Cairo, KAVI, a mixed-use development comprising commercial, administrative, and medical spaces. The company marked its entry into the Egyptian market by signing three cooperation protocols with leading engineering consultancy firms for the project’s execution and management.
Hang Lung Properties, in partnership with Shanghai Join Buy Group Co., Ltd., has secured the No. 1038 West Nanjing Road Commercial Project. The landmark redevelopment, formerly Westgate Mall, will operate under a 20-year lease. The site will be transformed into a dynamic mixed-use complex and will feature integrated retail, hospitality, and office spaces, supporting Shanghai’s urban renewal efforts and international consumption status.

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