The continuous expansion of Dubai’s luxury property sector is fueling a notable rise in large estates, driving demand for a novel estate management and home service model. Consequently, JGD Luxury Lifestyle Operations has introduced a new executive estate management approach that integrates the expertise of preferred partners to cater to the distinctive needs of UAE clients.
With 25 years of experience as a trusted operations advisor in exclusive international hospitality and private residences, entrepreneur Joanne Doran identified a growing demand among affluent homeowners in the UAE. This led her to establish JGD Luxury Lifestyle Operations, the region’s pioneering company offering executive estate management services to HNWIs and UHNWIs.
The company’s comprehensive services encompass efficient household and estate management, procurement of fine art and bespoke furnishings, recruitment, onboarding, and training of household staff, as well as budget development and management. Joanne also provides personalized consulting services, addressing needs ranging from maintaining luxury car collections and yachts to snagging new properties, organizing private events, and curating tailored experiences.
Joanne Doran, founder of JGD Luxury Lifestyle Operations, explained, “Estate and household management services are well-established in countries like the US and the UK, providing clients with extensive support in managing unique households. Traditionally, these services involve maintaining a dedicated full-time staff. However, in the UAE, we are witnessing a trend towards optimizing diverse requirements without the overhead of a large team.
“Our role is to foresee potential issues and devise innovative solutions, enabling clients to enjoy a life of uncompromised luxury. This service is ideal for individuals who do not require a full-time estate manager but seek professional assistance to enrich their lifestyle and safeguard their assets.”
A client based in Saudi Arabia praised the support provided by Joanne and her team, stating, “Joanne and her team’s support is invaluable. Whether we are traveling or staying at our UAE residence, we trust them to make decisions that benefit our family and deliver seamless, discreet service.”
According to Knight Frank, Dubai witnessed the sale of 105 homes priced over US$10 million in the first quarter of 2024, marking a 19% increase from the previous year. Sales of prime residences in Dubai now surpass those in major cities like London and New York, with Palm Jumeirah recording transactions worth $628 million, dominating the luxury homes market. The Henley Private Wealth Migration Report forecasts that more than 6,700 millionaires will relocate to the UAE in 2024, making it the top destination for HNWIs globally.
