Sibarth Real Estate Managing Director Zarek Honneysett joined leaders from across the Christie’s International Real Estate network in Lisbon to exchange ideas, strengthen international relationships and explore the standards shaping the future of luxury real estate.
A Global Meeting of Luxury Real Estate Leaders
Based at the majestic Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon, the Summit brought together owners and executives from across the network for several days of discussions, workshops and collaboration.
Beyond the conferences, it highlighted one of the network’s greatest strengths: a global family of trusted professionals connected by shared values and long-standing relationships.
These connections allow members to exchange knowledge, share perspectives and identify the right solutions for clients whose property interests increasingly extend across borders.
“The strength of a global network lies not only in its reach, but in the quality of the relationships behind it. These long-standing connections allow us to exchange openly, collaborate efficiently and find the right solutions for our clients, wherever their projects may lead.”
— Zarek Honneysett, Managing Director of Sibarth Real Estate
The Summit also encouraged participants to look beyond the real estate industry and learn from the world’s leading luxury brands. Today’s clients expect expert advice, a highly tailored approach and a level of service defined by precision, discretion and trust.
Personalization, AI and Selectivity
Ultra-personalization and holistic service were central themes throughout the Summit.
Zack Kass, an AI expert with 16 years of experience at the forefront of the field, described the current era as “the next Renaissance.” His message was clear: AI should be adopted with purpose and remain aligned with a company’s mission, vision and values.
Used strategically, technology can improve efficiency, support better decisions and enable a more tailored service. The time it creates should be reinvested in human judgment, meaningful relationships and client care.
Speakers also emphasized the importance of looking beyond surface-level success and focusing on the data and decisions that support long-term performance.
In luxury real estate, selectivity remains essential. Positioning a property correctly and challenging unrealistic expectations help protect the client, the brand and the wider market.
From Lisbon to St Barts
These insights reflect Sibarth Real Estate’s approach: combining deep local expertise with the international reach and trusted relationships of Christie’s International Real Estate.
For our clients, this means informed guidance, access to the right connections and a highly personalized approach, rooted in a long-standing experience and an in-depth understanding of the St Barths real estate market.
