Branded residences have grown from a niche into one of the strongest segments in luxury real estate. Hotel groups, fashion houses and even automotive brands now lend their names to homes.

For buyers, the brand promises a standard: of design, of service and of finish. For developers, it brings a premium, and a detailed set of brand requirements to meet.

That is where procurement becomes critical. Every unit must match the approved brand standard, from door hardware to linen, and the brand's approval process must be built into the programme.

Getting it right means coordinating designer, developer and brand from the earliest stage, with clear specifications and samples approved before anything goes into production.