Real Estate

In this exclusive interview, Nicolas Vaudin, Managing Director of Lavastone Properties, shares insights into the Mauritius real estate market, highlighting key trends, challenges, and investment opportunities. As a leading real estate investment and property development firm, Lavastone Properties has established itself as a major player in commercial real estate, industrial properties, hospitality real estate, and mixed-use developments.

With a strong focus on sustainable real estate, the company is actively pursuing LEED certification and incorporating green building practices to attract international corporate tenants and meet evolving sustainability standards. The discussion also explores Lavastone Properties’ expansion into industrial real estate, with strategic investments in logistics centers, warehousing spaces, and last-mile delivery infrastructure to meet the growing demand for supply chain solutions.

Beyond Mauritius, Lavastone Properties is positioning itself for international real estate investment, with plans to allocate 10-15% of its portfolio outside the country. The interview further delves into the Smart City Scheme, the oversupply of office spaces, and how foreign investment is shaping the future of property development in Mauritius.

This in-depth conversation provides valuable insights for real estate investors, corporate tenants, and stakeholders looking to understand the future of the Mauritian property market and the strategies driving sustainable growth and diversification in the industry.