Ambassadori Island Batumi received international industry-wide recognition in two categories: Best Luxury Coastal Masterplan Development and Best Luxury Urban Development in Georgia.

Ambassadori Island Batumi represents the first artificial island in the Black Sea, which brings together residential, hospitality, business, recreational, entertainment, and public spaces within one integrated masterplan.

Luxury Lifestyle Awards distinguishes companies in the premium real estate sector that create high-end living environments around the world. Following a comprehensive research and evaluation process, special attention was given to Ambassadori Island Batumi’s innovation, quality, vision, and long-term value creation during the selection process.

This achievement marks another important international milestone for Ambassadori Island Batumi as one of Georgia’s most ambitious and innovative development projects, further strengthening its position on the international stage.

Winning in these nominations reflects the project’s broader ambition: to create a new destination on the global investment map, expand Georgia’s tourism and economic potential, and establish a new standard of development in the Black sea region.

The first artificial island project in the Black Sea is being developed by Ambassadori Group in close collaboration with leading international partner companies, including global urban planning and engineering company Arup, leading architectural and engineering company Yüksel Proje, and the American architecture company SHoP Architects.

In partnership with Ambassadori Island Batumi, the real estate and development forum GREMO 2026 was held at the Courtyard by Marriott in Batumi. Co-organized by Real Estate Prospect and BMG, the high-profile event brought together industry leaders, investors, experts, and key business executives.

Focused primarily on the development of premium resorts and contemporary real estate projects in Georgia, the forum featured a keynote presentation by Mustafa Ay, Senior Urban Planner at the international consulting and engineering company ARUP, who introduced the project's "Smart City" vision development.

The ARUP speaker introduced the core components of the vision to the audience, sharing global best practices utilized in the development of modern cities and premier tourist destinations. The presentation highlighted sustainable urban growth, human-centric design, data-driven solutions, and the transformative role of technology in modern residential and leisure environments.

"While smart city concepts are inherently tech-oriented, our objective here is to place the unique environment and rich heritage of the area at the forefront, seamlessly integrating these elements into intelligent systems. This is precisely what will define Ambassadori Island as a truly distinct project," stated Mustafa Ay.

Developed in strict alignment with long-term sustainability principles, the innovative Ambassadori Island project involves the creation of two artificial peninsulas and one island. The development is setting a new benchmark for coastal urban planning, positioning itself to become a major new economic and tourism hub for the entire region.

“Ambassadori Island Batumi” and “Origami Holding” have officially signed an agreement. Within the framework of this agreement, “Origami Holding” will invest 200 million USD in the construction of a multi-functional complex situated on the territory of “Ambassadori Island Batumi". This investment represents a significant step toward the island's development as a premier multi-functional destination, further solidifying its status as a rapidly growing economic and tourism hub.

“Origami” is one of the region’s largest and most diversified holdings. Over its 18 years of operation, the company has realized numerous landmark projects, including White Sails, one of Batumi’s most ambitious large-scale developments. To date, “Origami Holding” has designed more than 3,000,000 square meters across Georgia and has served over one million guests within the hospitality sector.

The partnership brings together two companies united by years of experience, a long-term development vision, and a shared goal of creating projects that contribute to the country’s urban and economic advancement.

“This partnership is a powerful testament to the scale and investment potential of “Ambassadori Island Batumi,” stated Gocha Kamkia, General Director of Ambassadori Island Batumi. “The involvement of a major local partner like “Origami Holding” clearly illustrates the synergy between our project and the Georgian business community. Together, we are building a new development platform that significantly enhances the role of Batumi, and the region as a whole, as a new economic and tourism hub.”

The planned project will be integrated into the broader development of “Ambassadori Island”. Conceived as a new center for residential, business, leisure, and investment purposes, the artificial island project involves the formation of two artificial peninsulas and one artificial island in the sea. It sets a new standard for urban development in the region, where a modern "smart city" is being created in full compliance with the principles of sustainable development.

“Ambassadori Island Batumi” - one of the largest and most strategically significant project in the Black Sea region  has entered a new phase of development. By decision of the Government of Georgia, the company has officially been granted ownership of the 28-hectare land area it created in the Black Sea aquatory in accordance with its investment obligations.

It is important to note that the privatization process applies specifically to the land territory created by the company itself within the Black Sea aquatory. To date, a total of 48 hectares of land has already been created and commissioned within the “Ambassadori Island” project area, of which 28 hectares have now been transferred to the company’s ownership in accordance with applicable legislation. This decision marks another important milestone in the project’s development and once again highlights the effective cooperation between the state and the private sector in implementing large-scale investment projects.

The rapid pace of the project’s development has already made it one of the largest hubs for mobilizing both local and international capital in Georgia. At this stage, more than 600 million USD in investments is being carried out by four Georgian companies across various developments within the project. Construction and engineering works are actively underway throughout the island territory.

“Granting ownership rights over the territory created by the company itself is a logical continuation of the project’s development. This decision significantly strengthens the project’s investment attractiveness and sends a clear signal to both local and international partners that Georgia is ready to support large-scale, long-term development projects,” stated the CEO of Ambassadori Island Batumi.

Once fully completed, “Ambassadori Island Batumi” is expected to generate significant fiscal and investment benefits for the country’s economy. According to estimates, the project will contribute approximately 65 million USD annually in tax revenues to the state budget. International studies also indicate that up to 20,000 jobs will be created as part of the project’s implementation.

In partnership with Exclusive Poland, the Ambassadori Island Batumi team hosted an exclusive investment event in Warsaw, dedicated to showcase the project’s distinct investment potential. The event took place at the Mood Moments design showroom, where the exclusive interior concepts for the First Tower’s penthouses are being developed for the Polish market.

During the event, attendees were introduced to the concept behind Ambassadori Island, its development vision, and the investment model that positions the project as a strategically important asset for both Georgia and the wider Black Sea region.

“Our objective was to offer investors an in-depth analysis of the economic fundamentals that differentiate Georgia on today’s global investment stage. Ambassadori Island represents a strategic asset where innovative engineering solutions, institutional transparency, and the growing potential of the Black Sea region converge. The discussions held in Warsaw confirmed that international investors are actively seeking stable, high-tech opportunities capable of generating long-term value,” stated Mariusz Gajewski, the Managing Partner of Exclusive Poland.

As part of the event, investors were also updated on the current progress of Ambassadori Island and received detailed insights into key aspects of the project, including its master plan and diversified investment models curated to align with the dynamic requirements of the Georgian real estate market.

A new global point of attraction is emerging along the coastline in the form of Ambassadori Island. A project that goes beyond regional boundaries in both scale and ambition, it opens an entirely new chapter in the country’s development story.

Ambassadori Group has been collaborating with SHoP Architects since 2022, and today this partnership is entering a new, even more ambitious phase. An agreement has been signed between Ambassadori Group and the American architectural firm SHoP Architects for the development of an Architectural and Façade Design Guideline (Façade Design Guideline/Book), encompassing a unified architectural concept and design code.

In the case of Ambassadori Island Batumi, this document serves as the project’s architectural constitution, defining a cohesive aesthetic framework, setting the highest system-wide quality standards, and ensuring the island’s long-term investment value as a world-class architectural landmark. This is especially significant as Ambassadori Island is envisioned as an innovative urban ecosystem, a city of the future that brings together technological advancement, smart architecture, and a modern lifestyle within a single space.

Founded in New York, SHoP Architects operates across five continents and is widely regarded as one of the most forward-thinking architectural practices of our time. Back in 2014, Fast Company named them one of the world’s most innovative companies, and today their work is included in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York.

SHoP’s portfolio features some of the most iconic landmarks in contemporary architecture: Brooklyn’s Barclays Center, the remarkably slender skyscraper at 111 West 57th Street in New York, as well as headquarters for global technology giants such as Google and Uber (for more projects, follow the link). The firm’s signature lies in the seamless integration of aesthetics and functionality, resulting in unified, monumental works that reshape the context of their surroundings.

Through Ambassadori Island Batumi, Georgia is establishing itself within a prestigious global landscape previously dominated by cities like New York, London, Dubai, and Singapore.

For decades, global architectural trends were concentrated in just a handful of major cities. Today, that geography is shifting. Georgia is moving beyond its role as a passive recipient of international investment or isolated global brands,  Ambassadori Island, it is positioning itself as the initiator of an ecosystem defined by the highest global standards.

This project is a clear statement: Georgia is ready not only to host, but to create the architecture of the future,one that will capture global attention.

Investment projects worth more than $600 million are already underway on Batumi’s artificial island, with most of them being carried out by Georgian companies. Active participation of local businesses in the development of the project reflects a high level of synergy within the domestic market.

“Since we have already estimated the development figures for each individual project, I can say that Georgian companies are currently implementing investment projects on the island worth more than $600 million.

These projects are being led by purely Georgian companies, which is the greatest source of satisfaction for us. When we were planning all of this, our main goal was to ensure that, in the future, this success would also be shared with other Georgian companies. Today, we already have a picture in which Georgian businesses are represented on Ambassador Island. This project is a shared asset for them as well. They are working with us in full synergy and creating their own independent success stories, which I believe is an excellent outcome,” said Gocha Kamkia.

“As for other interesting facts and figures, we recorded a very notable indicator in March: approximately 70% of the real estate was purchased by EU citizens. This is official data. Their age ranges roughly from 25 to 45. EU citizens tend to be quite cautious and take a long time when making decisions.

On the other hand, this is the age group in which people are at their most productive, focused on the future, and investing in their own prospects. All of this confirms that our company’s deep integration of international systems has earned substantial trust on the global stage.

Accordingly, EU citizens are already making appropriate decisions, and we treat that trust with great care. Going forward, we plan to introduce various programs to give them even more motivation to make such decisions,” Kamkia said.

The participation of “Ambassadori Island Batumi” at The Global Urban Festival (MIPIM) in Cannes has generated extensive interest from the international press. Foreign publications consistently identify the development as one of the most compelling platforms for global investors.

According to Business Insider, the Ambassadori Island project has emerged as one of the most compelling platforms for global investors. Featured in its World Investment News section, the publication spotlights the project’s unique strategic appeal and its growing status on the international stage.

Real Asset Insight noted that the project presentation placed a primary emphasis on environmental considerations and ecological sustainability, both of which are central to modern urban development. The publication highlighted that the project is defined by a strategic vision that revitalizes the Black Sea coastline while aligning the Georgian real estate market with the highest international standards.

Meanwhile, Biztoday.news introduced readers to the “Smart City Vision” developed in partnership with the global engineering leader ARUP. This collaboration aims to establish a unified structure for the two artificial peninsulas and the central island, integrating advanced digital infrastructure with sustainable urban design and operational intelligence.

The investment roadmap has also attracted significant attention from the Middle East. As reported by Saudishopper.com.sa, there is substantial interest from Saudi Arabian business groups, attributed to the project’s commitment to ecological responsibility and the integration of renewable energy sources.

Analysts at RLI.uk.com suggest that “Ambassadori Island” will provide a major catalyst for the economic advancement of Georgia. The Smart City model is expected to ensure high standards of living, attract high-spending tourists, and create thousands of specialized jobs in the high-tech sector, thereby strengthening Georgia’s position on the global investment map.

Within the prestigious setting of the Yacht Club de Monaco, the “Ambassadori Island Batumi” team presented a project of historic regional significance at the Monaco International Investment Forum (MIIF). This ambitious undertaking envisions the creation of a premier coastal destination comprising two artificial peninsulas and an artificial island within the Black Sea.

The development is rooted in the principles of sustainability and a "smart city" vision, aiming to establish a new paradigm for urban excellence in the region. Progress is advancing rapidly, with over 50% of the land reclamation already finalized - successfully forming 48 hectares of the project’s total 84-hectare footprint.

“Our project is destined to be a transformative force, redefining the international profile of country and the region. Participating in this elite forum is a cornerstone of our global strategy to introduce discerning international investors to the unparalleled opportunities found within both Ambassadori Island and Georgia’s robust economic landscape,” stated the CEO of “Ambassadori Island Batumi.”

Throughout the two-day forum, company representatives participated in an intensive business program designed for high-net-worth individuals and family offices. The event featured a direct platform for institutional investors and industry leaders to engage with the project’s leadership and explore the strategic potential of this landmark development.

The “Ambassadori Group” is bringing this visionary project to life in collaboration with a consortium of world-renowned firms. Key partners include the global engineering leaders Arup, recognized for their excellence in urban planning; the premier architectural and engineering firm Yüksel Proje; and the award-winning American architectural firm SHoP Architects.