The company’s residential portfolio includes Mr. C Residences in Coconut Grove, Miami, Florida, West Palm Beach, Florida, and Jumeirah, Dubai
Alta Real Estate Development unveiled Mr. C Residences Downtown, a new addition to its Mr. C portfolio.
The project, the second Mr. C property in Dubai, is a testament to Alta’s continued partnership with Ignazio and Maggio Cipriani, representing a modern interpretation of the family’s nearly century-long legacy in hospitality.
The company said the project is inspired by the dynamic energy of Dubai and its stunning skyline, and that Mr. C Residences Downtown celebrates Dubai’s modern spirit.
Mr. C, created by brothers Ignazio and Maggio, members of the fourth generation of the Cipriani family, is known globally for its portfolio of hotels, restaurants and residences.
Since its first Mr. C Hotel opened in Beverly Hills, California in June 2011, Mr. C has been setting a new era in timeless yet contemporary hospitality, with Mr. C Miami Coconut Grove most recently received a prestigious Michelin key.
The company’s residential portfolio includes Mr. C Residences in Coconut Grove, Miami, Florida, West Palm Beach, Florida, and Jumeirah, Dubai.
Mr. C Residences Downtown brings that same spirit into the realm of luxury living, combining world-class amenities with a uniquely tailored approach to resident services, the company said.
The building’s interiors will reflect the signature mix of classic European charm with stylish sophistication synonymous with the Mr. C brand.
“We see Mr. C Residences Downtown as a unique fusion of Cipriani heritage and Dubai’s vibrant lifestyle,” said Abdulla Al Tayer, Managing Director of Alta Real Estate Development.
“Every detail is crafted to offer residents an unparalleled experience that blends wellbeing, luxury, and environmental responsibility, all with the iconic hospitality that defines the family’s legacy,” he added.
Ignazio Cipriani, Co-Owner of Mr. C Hotels & Residences, said at its core, Mr. C represents a modern interpretation of old-world sensibilities.
“My brother and I are very proud to bring Mr. C Downtown to the Dubai skyline. We are happy to once again be working alongside Alta Real Estate Development whose partnership, professionalism, and vision we value very much,” he said.
Global real estate consultancy Savills has been appointed as the master agent for the sales of the project.
Dubai’s real estate market has been on a rebound since the second half of 2021, and the comeback continues as the World Expo brings in an influx of visitors and foreign investment. After a steep drop in real estate activity during the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic, housing prices in Dubai began to recover in 2021, particularly in the luxury sector, which finished the year with record-breaking transactional value and sales volume.
Dubai’s luxury home market then kicked 2022 off strong with transactions jumping 32% year-over-year to 4,083 deals in January, while the average price per square foot rose 35.1% on the year, according to a recent report by investment bank EFG Hermes.
The booming real estate market was bolstered by the U.A.E.’s swift response to the pandemic and its quick rollout of the vaccine, along with Expo 2020, which started on Oct. 1 and runs through March 31, and has attracted visitors and much-needed foreign investment to the desert city. The event had been scheduled for 2020 but was postponed due to the pandemic.
The huge surge in demand coupled with a shortage of supply, particularly at the top end of the market, has led to property prices going up, according to industry experts.
“It is my belief that 2022 is going to be even bigger than last year and could in fact be a landmark year in the history of Dubai,” said Mark Castley, chief operating officer at Dubai-based brokerage LuxuryProperty.com.
“As the Expo comes to a close at the end of Q1 2022, I think that the post-Expo landscape will be brimming with new opportunities,” Mr. Castley said. Below are five luxury properties that are new to the market this spring.
Mr. C Residences, Street 24C Jumeirah 2, Dubai Canal
Located on the banks of the Dubai Canal in the heart of Jumeirah, Mr. C Residences is a luxury residential project with 27 high-end serviced homes. The project was built by Alta in collaboration with Ignazio and Maggio Cipriani, New York–based hospitality legends who gave the homes a sophisticated touch. The architecture has been designed by the internationally renowned firm Arquitectonica, and interiors are the work of the award-winning design boutique Meyer Davis.
Mr. C Residences offers three-, four- and five-bedroom apartments, three- and four-bedroom villas, and one six-bedroom penthouse. Each home comes with a plunge pool, where residents can take a dip in privacy. The project boasts contemporary open-plan living with full-height windows, gourmet kitchens, outdoor terraces, and modern designs with bright airy interiors and views stretching across the cityscape.
But what truly sets the development apart is that all units come with a high level of personalized service. Residents can benefit from valets, butlers, housekeeping, chauffeurs and more, all available on demand via the Mr. C Residents app. Mr. C Residences launched sales earlier this year.
Number of units: 27
Price: Starting from AED 18.5 million (US$5 million)
Developer/Architect: Alta/Arquitectonica
Unit Sizes: Three-, four- and five-bedroom apartments, three- and four-bedroom villas, and one six-bedroom penthouse
Amenities: Butler service, housekeeping, 24-hours security, chauffeur service, an infinity pool, rooftop gardens, a cocktail and juice bar, an outdoor movie theater, poolside cabanas with towel service, a fully equipped gym, salon treatment rooms and a children’s play area.
“Living in Mr. C Residences Jumeirah is like embarking on a journey on a classic Italian yacht through the Arabian Gulf every day. It’s a perfect combination between the quintessential European style and the grandiose comfort of living in Dubai” – Maggio & Ignazio Cipriani
Cipriani introduces Mr. C Residences in Jumeirah, Dubai– the second luxury residential complex to arise from the fourth generation Cipriani family, following Mr. C Residences in Coconut Grove, Miami. Designed by the award-winning architecture firm Arquitectonica with interiors by Meyer Davis, and located in the heart of Jumeirah, boasting unparalleled views of the Burj Khalifa from the Dubai Canal.
In a city that was built in the heart of the desert then became one of the most glamorous destinations in the world, Mr. C Residences Jumeirah was built as a home for individuals who appreciate a life of modernity and sophistication– offering its residents a look into the futuristic and luxurious downtown Dubai, yet offering a nostalgic feeling derived from its views of the historical Dubai Creek. Therefore, it offers residents access to two culturally diverse and unique sides of one of the world’s most pioneering cities.
In 1931, on a tiny street off of Venice’s magnificent Piazza San Marco, Giuseppe Cipriani opened Harry’s Bar. In the decades that followed, the welcoming atmosphere and thoughtful attention to detail made this intimate space an iconic destination for stylish locals and international visitors, including European royalty, literary figures, and global celebrities. Today, 90 years later, brothers Maggio and Ignazio Cipriani, members of the fourth generation of the Cipriani family, have drawn on their rich familial history as well as their own 21st-century perspectives to create Mr. C, a luxury hospitality and residential brand for glamorous modern living. Mr. C Residences live up to the highest standards of design and are set in the most extraordinary global locations. Honoring the approach to service that began in their great-grandfather’s single, thoughtfully conceived bar on Calle Vallaresso, the brothers have made personalized attention offered with genuine care an integral part of Mr. C’s identity.
Mr. C Residences Jumeirah is a contemporary take on classic European living. Inspired by Old World sophistication and modern comfort, these residences are infused with Arabian flair and strengthened by a service lifestyle experience perfected by Cipriani’s fourth generation of stewardship. Mr. C Residences Jumeirah is home to those who appreciate finer things; those who live their lives with an inherent sense of style and believe that simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. It is for those who understand that modern living is a culmination of the little details.
“Our vision emerges from the idea that the good life is timeless, it’s where modernism meets the art of European living. Mr. C Residences Jumeirah takes cues from these notions, and from the character of its location, to curate a modern take on the classic idea of sophistication and style. Enjoying your morning espresso on your spacious outdoor private terrace, then taking a dip in your own plunge pool, or spending the afternoon lounging on your private rooftop gardens are just a few of the exclusive experiences Mr. C Residences Jumeirah puts at your fingertips. This timelessly chic residential oasis offers the coveted Dubai lifestyle from beaches and boating to Italian-style dining and energetic social spaces, which are just steps from their front door.” – Maggio & Ignazio Cipriani
Among its defining features, the building takes a signature curvaceous shape to mirror the Canal it looks over, while spacious outdoor terraces feature private plunge pools. It’s a timeless haven for privacy in which residences benefit from private elevators to each floor, penthouses with private rooftop gardens, and unmatched Burj Khalifa views from the exclusive penthouse-only back tower. Each residence features an open floorplan layout with floor-to-ceiling glass windows offering canal and city views, private outdoor terraces with plunge pools, private roof gardens, private roof fire pits, summer kitchens, private elevators, Italian terrazzo and quartz countertops, wood flooring, Italkraft and Miele appliances, automated smart home solutions, digital key and parking entry, and more. Luxury amenities include a Bellini Café, poolside cabanas with food & beverage service, in-home dining and delivery, a cocktail and juice bar at Bridge Lounge, an indoor screening room and outdoor movie theater, a children’s learning and adventure lab, Little C’s Children’s Learning & Adventure Lab, a gym with Technogym equipment, a lap pool, outdoor yoga space, a salon treatment room with massages, steam, and sauna services. Unique services include a designated app, butler service, a lobby lounge with curated art pieces, doorman and security, valet, housekeeping, a mailroom, parking, tailoring and dry cleaning, and chauffeur services.
Additionally, Mr. C Residences Jumeirah will include Cipriani’s signature Bellini Café, an Italian culinary tradition that started over ninety years ago by Ignazio and Maggio’s great-grandfather Giuseppe Cipriani in 1931. The 4th generation brothers have traveled back to Italy in search of dishes, flavors, and ingredients to inspire what is now a modern interpretation of Italian cooking. Bellini Café offers timeless Italian fare in a relaxed, approachable space, bringing guests authentic flavors and recipes from Italy’s many regions. Using only the finest, freshest regional and imported products, Bellini Café will feature both loved and recognized traditional dishes and newer artisan plates. Menu highlights include delicious pastries, decadent gelato, homemade pasta, fresh salads, grilled specialties, and sweet or savory crepes. Residents and their guests can choose to eat inside the dining room or sit on the terrace, watching the world sail by while they sip a cappuccino.
Mr. C Residences Jumeirah is the second luxury residential complex to arise from the fourth generation of the Cipriani family. Designed by Arquitectonica with interiors by Meyer Davis, the complex boasts unparalleled views of the Burj Khalifa from the Dubai Canal.
It was designed as a residence for people who value modernism and sophistication – showcasing a look into the futuristic and luxurious downtown of Dubai.
Today – 90 years after Giuseppe Cipriani opened an iconic destination for stylish locals and international visitors – brothers Maggio and Ignazio Cipriani, members of the Cipriani family’s fourth generation, have created Mr. C, a premium hotel and residential brand for glamorous modern living, drawing on their rich familial history and their own 21st-century insights. Mr. C Residences are designed to the greatest standards and are located in some of the world’s most spectacular locales.
The luxury residential complex is a modern interpretation of the traditional European lifestyle. These homes are filled with Arabian flair and inspired by Old World sophistication and modern comfort. Mr. C’s fourth generation of stewardship polished a service-oriented lifestyle that their great-grandfathers perfected.
Along with its open-plan layout, private outdoor terraces with plunge pools, private roof gardens, private roof fire pits, summer kitchens, private elevators, Italian terrazzo and quartz countertops, wood flooring, Italkraft and Miele appliances, automated smart home solutions, as well as a digital key and parking entry are all included in each residence.
Poolside cabanas with food and beverage service, in-home dining and delivery, a cocktail and juice bar at Bridge Lounge, an indoor and outdoor movie theater, a children’s learning and adventure lab, Little C’s Children’s Learning & Adventure Lab, a gym with Technogym equipment, a lap pool, outdoor yoga space, and a salon treatment room with massages, steam, and sauna services are among the luxurious amenities.
A dedicated app, butler service, a lobby lounge with curated art pieces, doorman and security, valet, housekeeping, a mailroom, parking, tailoring and dry cleaning, and chauffeur services are just a few of the unique amenities available.
Cipriani’s signature Bellini Café will be part of Mr. C Residences Jumeirah. The Italian culinary legacy began with Ignazio and Maggio’s great-grandfather Giuseppe Cipriani in 1931. The brothers returned to Italy in quest of dishes, flavors, and ingredients to present real flavors and recipes from all of Italy’s regions. Bellini Café features traditional meals as well as innovative artisan plates, using only the finest, freshest regional and imported materials. Delicious pastries, creamy gelato, homemade spaghetti, fresh salads, grilled specialties, and sweet or savory crepes are among the menu’s highlights. Residents and their visitors have the option of eating in the dining room or on the patio.
See more of Mr. C Residences Jumeirah in the gallery and head to mrcresidencesjumeirah.com to inquire about availability.
Cipriani just announced their newest luxury residential project located in Jumeirah, Dubai. The complex, titled Mr. C Residences, was thoughtfully designed by Miami-based architecture firm, Arquitectonica, and features interiors by Meyer Davis. Davis’ innovative design style works with many elements of the property including space, form, texture, and light to create a powerful visual story.
The fourth generation of the Cipriani family, well versed in the hospitality industry, clearly has a strong idea of what they want to deliver with this residential complex. Ignazio Cipriani explains, “Living in Mr. C Residences Jumeirah is like embarking on a journey on a classic Italian yacht through the Arabian Gulf every day. It’s a perfect combination between the quintessential European style and the grandiose comfort of living in Dubai.”
Photo Credit: Mr. C Residences
Mr. C Jumeriah embodies the glamourous and futuristic nature of the city it’s located in. The luxury of living in Dubai becomes apparent in this stunning development which offers unique views of the Burj Khalifa and a contemporary style all within the heart of Jumeriah. Its unique curved exterior mimics the canal below it, offering residents a breathtaking view from the exterior as well as the interior.
All units offer residents a luxury living experience with an open floorplan, private terraces, rooftop gardens, and more. Each feature combines to reflect the Cipriani vision, Maggio & Ignazio Cipriani explain, “Our vision emerges from the idea that the good life is timeless, it’s where modernism meets the art of European living. Mr. C Residences Jumeirah takes cues from these notions, and from the character of its location, to curate a modern take on the classic idea of sophistication and style.”
Aside from the impeccable design, the property is also set to include exceptional dining options. One of those options is a Cipriani staple, the Bellini Café, which dates back an impressive ninety years. The Italian eatery offers a variety of menu options from homemade pasta to tasty gelato. With all these curated elements of extravagance, the Cipriani family is sure to make their mark on the city of Jumeirah with this development.
Cipriani is launching its second luxury residential complex, this time in Jumeirah, Dubai. Designed by Arquitectonica with interiors by Meyer Davis, the forthcoming Mr. C Residences Jumeirah will evoke modernity and sophistication across a central footprint overlooking the Dubai Creek. The design will also infuse a sense of nostalgia for Old World elegance with references to classic European living reinterpreted through a contemporary lens.
“Mr. C, in general, is always located on a large body of water and having that maritime influence translated perfectly to our site in Dubai,” Will Meyer and Gray Davis say in a statement. “What we’ve seen with the Mr. C Residencies Jumeirah is that legend, which was started in Venice, come full circle in Dubai.”
A lobby lounge will welcome residents, punctuating the arrival experience with curated artwork. Each residence will feature an open floorplan illuminated by floor-to-ceiling windows that frame views of the city and canal. Private outdoor terraces lined with Italian terrazzo will be outfitted with plunge pools and equipped with summer kitchens distinguished by quartz countertops. Private rooftop gardens and fire pits will also be featured onsite.
Additional onsite amenities will include Bellini Café, cocktail and juice bar Bridge Lounge, an indoor screening room, outdoor movie theater, a children’s learning center and adventure lab, fitness center, lap pool, yoga space, and spa.
Mr. C Residences Jumeirah is slated to open in 2023.
We had the opportunity to catch up with Ignazio Cipriani, a fourth-generation involved in the family business to talk all about the exciting history and evolution of the brand. Spearheading the Mr. C Hospitality projects, Cipriani aims to explore the European glamor of the timeless brand, with an emphasis on his modern eye.
What does working with a company with so much deep rooted, personal family history mean to you?
My brother and I have been breathing hospitality since we were kids and were lucky enough to embrace the passion for good food, good service, warm hospitality from great mentors like my father and grandfather. It was never about too many words but about watching them serving people with love and always striving for quality in every detail of the business and this has been the best school.
The Cipriani footprint expands across many states and nations, is there a specific location that means the most to you and your family?
We are now in over ten countries around the world with the Cipriani brand and we are expanding as well the Mr. C concept in an increasing number of locations. Every city, neighborhood has its uniqueness and we typically embrace projects in areas that are appealing to our customers and us too, since we need to spend time there to develop and oversee what we open. I must say though that Coconut Grove, has revealed itself as a wonderful community that combines natural beauty with a civilized yet vibrant charm.
Mr. C Residences and Hotels are a relatively new venture, why was it important to transition into this space?
The Mr. C Hotel concept was born because my brother and I saw a gap in the hospitality world, we wanted to create an environment with a relaxed sophistication, fresh but not trendy, true to our values yet independent. The success of this vision let naturally to translate the services, amenities and design we had implemented in the hotel to people’s homes and their everyday life. In line with the level of service each guest receives at Mr. C Hotels, we have created a selection of amenities for residents, such as a full-service Bellini Bar cart, brought to resident’s doorsteps, serving legacy cocktails. Additionally, each building will include billiards and a library, cinema rooms, private dining with a dedicated chef and much more.
The Mr. C legacy is expanding into a full 360-degree hospitality brand with its residences in Coconut Grove and Dubai, how has this venture differed from your other hospitality endeavors?
The residential evolution of the Mr. C brand continues the path of sophistication design, dedicate attention to wellness amenities including beautifully landscaped areas, spa and fitness, dining customized solutions and a variety of serviced lifestyle experiences.
How do you see the Mr. C brand evolving in the next few years?
The response to Mr. C Hotels and Residences has been truly overwhelming and we are continuing to explore new markets and opportunities every day. Aside from the Bellini restaurant concept that complements the Mr. C Hotels we are developing La Bottega, our first high-end Italian Market and Cafe as part of Mr. C Residences Coconut Grove. Both Bellini and La Bottega are inspired by my childhood and family trips to the Italian countryside, where you could find a different and authentic culinary experience on every corner.
Dubai: Ready for an apartment where the interiors give the feel of being on a luxury yacht? Then have a closer look at the ‘Mr. C Residences’, a brand new freehold property being built on off Dubai Water Canal.
It will be quite the limited edition offering, with only 27 units. Presales start this month.
The will be private elevators to each floor and the units come with private plunge pools and penthouses with private rooftop gardens.
The project is from a relatively new entrant – Alta Real Estate Development, owned by Abdulla Al Tayer and Ignazio Cipriani, part of “well-established families in the business and hospitality sectors”.
The ALTA strategy is to take on “high-visibility plots” that cater to “urban sophisticates” and providing “exclusive living spaces”.
The architect is Bernardo Fort Brescia of Miami-based firm Arquitectonica, while Will Meyer of New York City-based firm Meyer Davis will do the interiors. The building concept is taken from the “natural forms” in desert dunes and ocean waves.
In a statement, Ignazio Cipriani said: ”Mr. C is a concept my brother, Maggio, and I developed starting in Los Angeles and then expanded to New York City and Miami. Our goal was to create a timeless hotel brand that incorporates an environment of relaxed sophistication, attentive service, and European glamor. Our focus was on creating a timeless experience that survives trends and will remain relevant for many years to come.”
Luxhabitat Sotheby’s International Real Estate has been commissioned to handle the sales.
“This complex will add immeasurable value to the Dubai Canal,” said George Azar, CEO at the firm.
