CHALLENGING THE EXPECTED TO CREATE THE EXCEPTIONAL

Ankur Aggarwal on the BNW way of building a luxury real estate force aligned with the UAE's evolving growth story

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BNW Developments positions itself as “building on a visionary approach.” How has your personal leadership philosophy shaped the company’s direction and the kind of projects BNW brings to market?

I believe leadership isn't about titles or control. It’s about creating a culture where people think beyond instructions, take ownership, and drive outcomes like founders, not followers. That's the core of my philosophy: empowering minds to be entrepreneurs, not just employees.

At BNW, we've never shied away from challenging conventional formats. Instead, we craft spaces that are intuitive, globally aspirational, and financially strategic. For me, every project must meet three criteria: architectural intent, lifestyle relevance, and investment foresight. This philosophy shapes everything, from land and partner selection to how we imagine an investor's ultimate returns and financial ascendancy.

BNW’s portfolio features distinctive developments, including your landmark Al Marjan Island project. What differentiates BNW projects in terms of design, lifestyle experience, and long-term value for investors?

Every project is intentional in both aesthetics and asset value. From Aqua Arc and Taj Wellington Mews to Pelagia and FashionTVA-cacia, each is future-ready, curated for today’s resident and structured for the global investor.