Bloom Holding develops integrated residential and mixed-use communities, hotels, schools, and related services in Abu Dhabi and the UAE, while pursuing education in Egypt and residential expansion in Spain. It serves families, residents, students, guests, and investors through master-planned environments.
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AI-researched delivery record, not yet confirmed by the developer. Dates may be approximate; original sources are linked.
AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
| Project | Overall | Structure & systems | Management & living |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloom HeightsJumeirah Village Circle, Dubai686 units | 8.0/ 10 | 7.2/ 10 Nestoria.ae 4.5/5, 4.5/5 · 2 reviews · nestoria.ae Combined from 2 published figures on 1 platform, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 7.2. | 6.9/ 10 Nestoria.ae 4.5/5, 4/5 · 2 reviews · nestoria.ae Combined from 2 published figures on 1 platform, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 6.9. |
FazWaz publishes the largest applicable building-level aggregate found, 4.5/5 from 2 reviews, which converts to 8.5 but must remain within one point of 6.5 because it has fewer than 10 reviews. The resulting 7.5 reflects the positive two-review building evidence, tempered qualitatively by one later resident complaint covering AC, hot water, odor and management responsiveness. Evidence is thin and partly old, so this is not a strong current-resident estimate. | Not found in sources: Limited evidence on common systems | ||
The two older reviews describe spacious rooms, floor-to-ceiling windows and a suitable swimming pool; one review calls the community “very peaceful.” However, a resident review published on 25 August 2023 reports “non-functional AC and hot water problems,” an “unrelenting foul odor from a toilet,” and an initially unclean apartment. These are isolated written reports rather than recurring structural themes, and no independent engineering or building-fabric rating was found. | The older reviews praise Bloom Heights as “very peaceful,” with easy access to main roads, nearby shops and a pool; the short-stay category data also records 4.5/5 for staff/security and 4/5 for facilities. The contrary resident account says complaints received “unprofessionalism and ineffectual responses” and that deposit concerns remained unanswered for 40 days. The positive evidence is mostly older, while the negative management account is dated 25 August 2023, so current operations remain uncertain. | ||
| Bloom Living – Cordoba (Phase 1)Zayed City, Abu Dhabi257 units | 8.0/ 10 | —/ 10 | 8.0/ 10 |
The largest published review base is the 4.5/5 aggregate from 35 reviews for the Bloom Living Cordoba cluster, which converts to 8.5/10 under the specified curve. The building-specific listing is also 4.5/5 but has only 8 reviews, so it cannot set the anchor; the available structural evidence is insufficient for a separate structure score. | |||
no notes returned no links returned | Published reviews describe Cordoba as a “stunning green homes community” and praise its services, green spaces, children’s entertainment and parking. The building-specific review set says that facilities were available “except for pool, Gym and other extra facilities,” while a separate reviewer warned that “It's a bad idea to live in Bloom now because it's very dangerous”; the available material does not explain that warning. Bayut’s 2025 guide likewise says the Town Centre was still under construction, so some amenity and retail statements are time-sensitive rather than proof of current completion. | ||
| Aldhay (Bloom Gardens Phase 5)Bloom Gardens, Eastern Mangrove, Abu Dhabi181 units | 7.8/ 10 | 7.3/ 10 | 8.0/ 10 |
The 4.5/5 Google Reviews/Maps aggregate from 39 reviews sets the level and converts to 8.5 under the supplied curve. The score is pulled down by two reviews reporting humidity, mould and major HVAC problems, and partly restored by repeated praise for the calm, enjoyable community experience; the structure and living components are separated because the evidence is much stronger for resident experience than for independently verified building fabric. | Not found in sources: No recurring structural praise beyond amenities | Not found in sources: Limited operational review evidence | |
The published reviews contain specific negative infrastructure feedback: one reviewer said there was a “humidity problem” and “mold issue,” while another reported “major HVAC problems with humidity and mold formation” and very poor noise isolation. No published review supplied a positive score for structural quality or a confirmed repair outcome; the positive material is mainly about the setting and community rather than the building systems. | Residents described the place as “Very calm” and a “Very nice living community,” and one reviewer wrote “I loved living there.” Countervailing feedback includes a complaint in Arabic that management does not fix issues and delays maintenance until the contract ends; this is a current-as-of-2025 review, while the positive comments span 2024–2025. | ||
| Bloom Living – Toledo (Phase 2)Zayed City, Abu Dhabi405 units | 7.4/ 10 | —/ 10 | 6.5/ 10 |
The only building-specific published rating located was 5/5 from one review, whose prose was wholly positive. Because the review base is below 10, the score is kept within one point of 6.5 rather than using the unconstrained 5/5 conversion; no structure score is assigned because no building-specific physical-condition rating or complaint was published. | Not found in sources: No reported structural failure · No reported plumbing failure · No reported HVAC failure · No reported electrical failure · No reported leaks or waterproofing failure · No published structural complaint · No published plumbing complaint · No published HVAC complaint · No published electrical complaint · No published leak or waterproofing complaint | Not found in sources: No recurring management complaint reported · No recurring security complaint reported · No recurring upkeep complaint reported · No recurring staff complaint reported · No recurring amenity complaint reported | |
no notes returned no links returned | The only building-specific review called Toledo “a superb, fully integrated residential complex” and specifically praised “ample green space,” a swimming pool, children’s play areas and parking. Property Finder’s separate community page reports 4.5/5 from four reviews, with positive comments about walking and cycling trails, parks, the clubhouse and town centre; those community reviews are not used as the score anchor. | ||
| Bloom TowersJumeirah Village Circle, Dubai944 units | 5.6/ 10 | 6.6/ 10 Lived 4/5 · 1 review · lived.ae Lived publishes 4/5 from 1 review. Adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall, and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint (more strongly the fewer the reviews), that gives 6.6. | 6.6/ 10 Lived 4/5, 5/5, 3/5, 4/5 · 1 review · lived.ae Combined from 4 published figures on 1 platform, weighted by review count, adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint where reviews are few: 6.6. |
Google Reviews/Maps provides the largest published building-specific review base, at 3.6/5 from 90 reviews, which converts to 5.8/10 under the requested curve. Repeated written complaints about prolonged lift outages, cooling costs or failures, poor soundproofing and delayed management response pull the resident score down, while the positive themes prevent a still lower assessment. | |||
Structural and systems feedback is mixed but the negative evidence is substantial. Residents reported “Only two working elevators out of four,” walls through which “you can have a conversation with your neighbor,” repeated AC failures or unusually high Aquacool bills, and a “Whole Wall of bathroom” with seepage; the Lived review nevertheless rated quality 4.0/5 and amenities 5.0/5. | Daily life reviews praise the “great location,” views, pools, parking and some professional staff, while operational complaints are persistent: one resident described customer service as “super low responsive,” another called security “useless,” and newer Tower C reviews report poor security conduct and prolonged lift and pool outages. The single verified Lived tenant review was more favorable about amenities and management but still flagged peak-hour traffic. | ||
| Soho SquareSaadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi304 units | 5.1/ 10 | 3.5/ 10 | 3.8/ 10 |
Google’s building-specific aggregate of 3.2/5 from 62 reviews sets the level and converts to 4.6/10 under the requested curve. Multiple reviews then lower it for severe physical failures and recurring operational problems, with a limited positive offset for community, amenities and location, producing 3.8/10; the evidence is mixed and the latest located complaint is from January 2026, so current remediation remains uncertain. | |||
Structural feedback is materially mixed. Residents reported “massive leakage in toilet ceiling,” sewage smell, mould and water coming through the floor; another said façade tiles had fallen, while a later resident said “building and finishing are good quality” after works were completed. These are resident reports rather than an independent engineering inspection, and the most recent located complaint said air conditioning and bedroom lights remained unrepaired after a December 2025 outage. | Daily-life reviews praise a “real sense of community,” movie nights, walkability and a large gym, and one resident said the manager was responsive after earlier issues were resolved. Countervailing reviews describe “constant drilling and construction noises 24/7,” repeated pool/garden closures and management that was “not receptive or responsive”; the January 2026 review also reported unresolved air-conditioning and lighting repairs. |
Marriott International operates and manages the Abu Dhabi Marriott Hotel and Marriott Executive Apartments at Bloom Central.
Rotana will manage Bloom Arjaan by Rotana, the serviced hotel-apartment component of Park View on Saadiyat Island.
Bloom Education partnered with Brighton College UK to introduce the independent English National Curriculum school to Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Dubai.
ADEK awarded Bloom Education contracts to operate and manage American Curriculum Charter Schools and Al Ghad Public Nurseries.
Bloom Holding formed a joint venture with New Era Education and New Giza Real Estate Development to launch an international school in Egypt.
New Giza Real Estate Development joined Bloom Holding and New Era Education in the Egyptian international-school joint venture.
Bloom Holding and LEAD Development joined Mabel Real Estate to co-develop Mabel Marbella Residences in Spain.
Mabel Real Estate, a Mabel Capital division, joined Bloom Holding and LEAD Development to co-develop a luxury residential project in Marbella.
Emirates Link Maltauro was appointed main contractor for construction works for Cordoba, phase one of Bloom Living.
Bloom Holding signed a strategic partnership with Abu Dhabi Housing Authority and Abu Dhabi Centre for Projects and Infrastructure to develop Al Metlaa for UAE nationals.
Bloom Central Developed through an inspired partnership with Marriott International
the 315-room Abu Dhabi Marriott Hotel and the 45-key Marriott Executive Apartments, operated and managed by Marriott International
Bloom Holding ... has signed an agreement with Rotana Hotel Management Corporation (Rotana), to manage Bloom Arjaan by Rotana
has signed an agreement with Rotana Hotel Management Corporation (Rotana), to manage Bloom Arjaan by Rotana located in Bloom’s prestigious Park View development
Bloom Education partnered with Brighton College UK introducing the leading independent English National Curriculum school to Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Dubai.
Bloom Education partnered with Brighton College UK introducing the leading independent English National Curriculum school to Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Dubai.
Abu Dhabi’s Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) awarded Bloom Education the contract to operate and manage two Al Ghad Public Nurseries in 2024.
Abu Dhabi’s Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) awarded Bloom Education the contract to operate and manage two Al Ghad Public Nurseries in 2024.
through a joint venture with New Era Education ... and New Giza Real Estate Development ... to launch an international school in Egypt
Bloom Holding ... announced the expansion of its education portfolio internationally through a joint venture with New Era Education, an expert in the educational services and school management sector, and New Giza Real Estate Development ... to launch an international school in Egypt.
through a joint venture with New Era Education ... and New Giza Real Estate Development ... to launch an international school in Egypt
Bloom Holding ... through a joint venture with New Era Education ... and New Giza Real Estate Development ... to launch an international school in Egypt
Bloom Holding ... and LEAD Development ... announced a joint venture agreement with Spain´s high-end residential developer, Mabel Real Estate
to co-develop a luxury residential project in Spain
Spain´s high-end residential developer, Mabel Real Estate, a division of Mabel Capital
to co-develop a luxury residential project in Spain. The development, named “Mabel Marbella Residences”
announced the appointment of Emirates Link Maltauro L.L.C. as the main contractor to carry out the construction works for Cordoba
Emirates Link Maltauro L.L.C. as the main contractor to carry out the construction works for Cordoba, phase one of its fully integrated and all-inclusive residential community, Bloom Living.
Bloom Holding signed a strategic partnership with Abu Dhabi Housing Authority and Abu Dhabi Centre for Projects and Infrastructure to develop Al Metlaa residential project in Al Ain for UAE nationals.
Bloom Holding signed a strategic partnership with Abu Dhabi Housing Authority and Abu Dhabi Centre for Projects and Infrastructure to develop Al Metlaa residential project in Al Ain for UAE nationals.
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| United Arab Emirates | active 6 projects tracked |
| Egypt | active 0 projects tracked |
| Spain | active 0 projects tracked |
| Residential, for sale | 6 of 6 |
| Retail | 2 of 6 |
| Mixed use | 1 of 6 |
At Bloom Holding, we focus on projects that deliver attractive returns on investment and long-term rental yields for investors and end-users.Economy Middle East November 12, 2024https://economymiddleast.com/news/carlos-wakim-bloom-holding-interview/
Our priorities for the coming years include expanding our real estate portfolio with high-quality products that directly address evolving market needs.Economy Middle East December 15, 2025https://economymiddleeast.com/news/curating-premium-community-living-in-abu-dhabi-interview-with-bloom-holding-ceo-carlos-wakim/
He obtained a Master's degree in Architecture in 1991 from the Lebanese Academy of Fine Arts.
Carlos Wakim Chief Executive Officer Bloom Holding
Carlos-Antonio Wakim Chief Executive Officer at Bloom Holding
Carlos Wakim is the Chief Executive Officer of Bloom Holding, Chairman of the Executive Committee for Bloom Education, and Chairman of the Board of Governors of Brighton College UAE schools.
He joined Bloom Holding from AMAALA... Mr. Wakim has also held a number of senior leadership roles in the real estate industry such as TDIC, Emaar and Zabeel Properties.
At Bloom Holding, we focus on projects that deliver attractive returns on investment and long-term rental yields for investors and end-users.
Our priorities for the coming years include expanding our real estate portfolio with high-quality products that directly address evolving market needs.
Chief Executive Officer - Bloom Holding (Current) Oct 2021 - Present
He leads operations across all Bloom Holding companies, including Real Estate (Bloom Properties), Education Investments, Hospitality (Bloom Hospitality), Facilities Management (bfm), and Landscaping services (Bloom Landscape). He joined Bloom Holding from AMAALA, a Public Investment Fund initiative in Saudi Arabia, where he held the position of Chief Development Officer.
Carlos Wakim has over 25 years of leadership experience in some of the region’s leading real-estate companies. He joined Bloom Holding from AMAALA... Mr. Wakim has also held a number of senior leadership roles in the real estate industry such as TDIC, Emaar and Zabeel Properties.
Carlos Wakim is the Chief Executive Officer of Bloom Holding, Chairman of the Executive Committee for Bloom Education, and Chairman of the Board of Governors of Brighton College UAE schools.
Today, there is only one pathway, and that’s the academic pathway, but not everybody can become doctors and can become lawyers.The National October 10, 2017https://www.thenationalnews.com/uae/aldar-academies-has-big-plans-10-years-after-starting-from-humble-beginnings-1.665847
Nilay holds an MBA from Manchester Business School and The University of Texas at Austin.
Nilay Özral Chief Executive Officer Bloom Education
Chief Executive Officer at Bloom Education
Prior to joining Bloom Education, Nilay was the CEO of Aldar Academies... during 2010 - 2013, Nilay successfully managed a number of Aldar's major assets... Before that, she was the Strategic Planning Director at Sorouh.
Today, there is only one pathway, and that’s the academic pathway, but not everybody can become doctors and can become lawyers.
Nilay Özral joined Bloom Education in January 2019 as the Chief Executive Officer.
Nilay is responsible for the development of Bloom Education’s international schools and nursery portfolio... She is also responsible for the management and operations of the Charter schools... Prior to joining Bloom Education, Nilay was the CEO of Aldar Academies... Before that, she was the Strategic Planning Director at Sorouh.
Nilay has 29 years of strategic management and leadership experience... Prior to joining Bloom Education, Nilay was the CEO of Aldar Academies... Before that, she was the Strategic Planning Director at Sorouh. Nilay holds an MBA from Manchester Business School and The University of Texas at Austin.
Nilay Özral joined Bloom Education in January 2019 as the Chief Executive Officer.
With a strong business model and strategic initiatives in place, Deyaar is now well-positioned to embark on a new chapter of growth and continued success.Khaleej Times March 25, 2024https://www.khaleejtimes.com/business/property/dubai-decoding-deyaars-turnaround-process
He holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from University of Aleppo, Syria.
Hani Fansa Chief Financial Officer Bloom Holding
Hani Fansa Chief Financial Officer at Bloom Holding
Prior to joining Bloom Holding, Hani has served as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating and Transformation Officer at Deyaar Development PJSC. Before that, he spent 16 years in EY and Andersen in the Middle East.
“With a strong business model and strategic initiatives in place, Deyaar is now well-positioned to embark on a new chapter of growth and continued success,” Fansa said.
He is responsible for leading the corporate finance strategy, maximizing ROI and driving sustainable profitable growth. Hani brings over 29 years of experience... Prior to joining Bloom Holding, Hani has served as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating and Transformation Officer at Deyaar Development PJSC. Before that, he spent 16 years in EY and Andersen in the Middle East.
Hani brings over 29 years of experience in financial accounting and reporting, corporate finance, and treasury management. Prior to joining Bloom Holding, Hani has served as Chief Financial Officer... at Deyaar Development PJSC... Hani passed his Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Exam... He holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from University of Aleppo, Syria.
Hani Fansa is the Chief Financial Officer at Bloom Holding.
Giovanni Carpenzano General Counsel Bloom Holding
General Counsel - Bloom Holding (Current)
Before his General Counsel role at Bloom Holding, Giovanni worked for Dubai Economic Council as an Investment Director. He also worked for Zabeel Investments... led the legal department of Turkcapital... Senior Legal Counsel for Agility... Allen & Overy... General Electric.
General Counsel - Bloom Holding (Current) Jan 2020 - Present
Giovanni Carpenzano is an attorney and investment professional with over 20 years of strategy and management experience in corporate finance, M&A, private equity, banking and finance, Islamic finance and turnaround management. Before his General Counsel role at Bloom Holding, Giovanni worked for Dubai Economic Council as an Investment Director. He also worked for Zabeel Investments where he ran the legal department.
Giovanni Carpenzano is an attorney and investment professional with over 20 years of strategy and management experience in corporate finance, M&A, private equity, banking and finance, Islamic finance and turnaround management. Before his General Counsel role at Bloom Holding... Zabeel Investments... Senior Legal Counsel for Agility.
Giovanni Carpenzano is an attorney and investment professional with over 20 years of strategy and management experience in corporate finance, M&A, private equity, banking and finance, Islamic finance and turnaround management.
In addition, he has completed a strategic leadership course from Said Business School, University of Oxford.
He has a Masters of School Leadership (Education), Graduate Diploma in Education, and Bachelor of Applied Science from Monash University, Victoria, Australia.
Craig Dennis Lamshed General Manager - Brighton Colleges (Reporting directly to the CEO of Bloom Holding)
General Manager - Bloom Education (Current) Oct 2022 - Present
Prior to joining Bloom Education in 2022, he has held other senior roles including Country Director and Director of Education within the Middle East Region.
Craig has more than 30 years’ experience in the education sector, with more than 25 years as an educational leader... Prior to joining Bloom Education in 2022...
Craig has more than 30 years’ experience in the education sector, with more than 25 years as an educational leader... Masters of School Leadership (Education), Graduate Diploma in Education, and Bachelor of Applied Science from Monash University... completed a strategic leadership course from Said Business School, University of Oxford.
General Manager - Brighton Colleges (Reporting directly to the CEO of Bloom Holding)
Dany Chaccour Executive Director Commercial at Bloom Holding, UAE
Dany Chaccour Executive Director Commercial at Bloom Holding, UAE
I am happy to share that I started a new position as Executive Director Commercial at Bloom Holding - UAE · 2026-07-16
Executive Director Commercial at Bloom Holding, UAE ... Department: General Management • Level: Director
I am happy to share that I started a new position as Executive Director Commercial at Bloom Holding
3 undated completions and 0 boundary-uncertain completions are retained but excluded from figures.
| Project | Location | Type | Units | Floors | Area | Cost | Payment plan | Launched | Construction start | Original target | Handover | Delay | Confidence | Status |
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| Bloom Living – Toledo (Phase 2) | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Zayed City | residential for sale | 4051 | — | — | — | 40/40/201 | 2022 | 2022-09-05 | Apr 2025 – Jun 2025 | Aug 2026 | +15.0 mo (+14.0 to +16.0) | estimated | completed |
| Bloom Living – Cordoba (Phase 1) | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Zayed City | residential for sale | 2571 | — | — | — | 30/40/30; 50/50; 70/301 | 2022 | March 2022 | Oct 2024 – Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | −2.0 mo (−3.0 to −1.0) | estimated | completed |
| Aldhay (Bloom Gardens Phase 5) | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Bloom Gardens, Eastern Mangrove | residential for sale | 1811 | — | — | — | 10/30/601 | 2021 | Apr 14, 2021 | Jul 2023 – Sep 2023 | Jan 2023 | −7.0 mo (−8.0 to −6.0) | estimated | completed |
| Bloom Heights | Dubai, United Arab Emirates Jumeirah Village Circle | residential for sale, retail | 6861 | — | — | — | 10% / 15% / 75%1 | 2016 | 04 September 2016 | Jan 2019 – Apr 2019 | Feb 2021 | +23.5 mo (+22.0 to +25.0) | sourced | completed |
| Bloom Towers | Dubai, United Arab Emirates Jumeirah Village Circle | residential for sale | 9441 | 44 storeys + 34 storeys + 44 storeys | — | AED 331m other | 10% / 15% / 75%1 | 2017 | 18 April 2017 | Apr 2019 – Jun 2019 | Aug 2020 | +15.0 mo (+14.0 to +16.0) | sourced | completed |
| Soho Square | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Saadiyat Island | residential for sale, mixed use, retail | 3041 | 2 Basements + Ground Floor + Mezzanine + 10 Floors + Roof | — | AED 178m contract value | 25/751 | 2015 | 2015-09-07 | — | Sep 2019 | — | not scorable | completed |
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| Tracked since | October 6, 2026 |
| Last checked | October 7, 2026 this month |
| Profile last researched | October 7, 2026 |
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