Global Branded Residence Award Winners Announced
The inaugural awards highlight top-performing luxury properties across key international urban and resort markets.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Real Estate — General
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The first Global Branded Residence Awards have officially concluded, recognizing premier luxury developments worldwide for 2026. Experts, readers, and industry teams selected winners across 16 categories spanning Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East.
Why it matters
The recognition of these properties provides insight into the current landscape of luxury real estate, where brand affiliation remains a defining factor for high-end residential value. These awards signal industry standards for developers and investors tracking the performance of premium international assets.
The 2026 awards featured 16 distinct categories, including honors for specific geographic regions like Europe and the Americas. The winning properties were chosen from an international pool through expert judging, reader votes, and team selection.
The players
Bulgari Residences Dubai
A luxury residential development recognized as the World's Best Branded Residence for 2026.
OWO Residences by Raffles
A top-tier luxury property identified as the premier urban branded residence in Europe.
Eloise Hanson
The BHN editor who co-hosted the virtual awards ceremony.
Piers Brown
The IHM CEO who co-hosted the virtual awards ceremony.
The details
The awards evaluate branded residences based on a multi-faceted process that splits influence between industry professionals and the public. Judges reviewed 12 of the categories, while the remaining four awards were decided by a combination of public reader votes and a final selection from the BHN team. This balanced approach aims to capture both technical excellence in luxury development and market appeal for global investors and residents.
Timeline
2026 marked the debut of the Global Branded Residence Awards.
The 2027 edition of the awards is currently planned.
Money Landscape
This inaugural event marks the formalization of global recognition for branded residential developments. It follows a growing international trend where luxury residential assets are increasingly valued for the services and reputations tied to their associated hotel and lifestyle brands.
For investors, these awards provide a reference point for properties that have achieved high brand standards in competitive global regions. Prospective buyers should always discuss the potential resale value and service fees associated with branded luxury real estate with a qualified financial professional.
The takeaway
The inaugural 2026 awards underscore the premium value placed on branded properties in international luxury markets. Investors monitoring this sector should file these names as benchmarks for high-end residential performance when assessing global real estate portfolios.
What happens next
The industry can expect the next edition of the awards to take place in 2027.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Boutique Hotel News.
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