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Kerem Oral: Crafting with Precision & Expertise

Kerem Oral carries forward a family tradition of architectural mastery that began in 1933, combining over 35 years of personal experience in the luxury retail sector with the heritage of Oral Architecture & Engineering. As a dual citizen of France and Turkey, Kerem brings a distinctive cultural perspective to every project, blending the sophistication of French design sensibilities with the richness of Turkish architectural heritage. This multicultural approach enables him to seamlessly bridge global design standards with local nuances, perfectly aligning with the luxury retail industry's unique demands.

Throughout his career, Kerem has been instrumental in the successful delivery of over 130 luxury boutiques, prestigious hotels, and high-end residential projects across regions like Turkey, the Middle East, Central Asia, and beyond. Oral Architecture & Engineering specializes in translating design concepts into detailed, high-quality architectural execution. With Kerem's guidance, the firm oversees every aspect, from transforming initial design concepts into precise executive drawings, to tendering and selecting contractors, and supervising construction to ensure that the highest standards are met.

Kerem’s approach is rooted in values of uncompromising quality, efficiency, and collaboration. His personal involvement in each project guarantees meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that designs are not just translated but elevated to align perfectly with the client's vision. Whether managing the technical aspects or overseeing the works of contractors, Kerem’s commitment to excellence ensures the timely and flawless completion of every project.

Educated at the renowned School of Architecture in Grenoble, Kerem was distinguished early in his career with special recognition by the Jury in the St. Julien en Genevois competition. 

Emre Oral: Commercial 

Emre drives the sensitive tender process for our luxury retail projects with precision. He attends to the whole process, from procurement to negotiations with suppliers, in a professional manner and with the quickest turnarounds possible, reflecting the exacting standards that best-of-class luxury brands require. He leads in ways to make sure that there are not only cost-effective solutions but also seamless alignment of quality and workmanship that define high-end retail environments.

Emre's role extends far beyond mere retailing. At the helm of Palmoral Properties, Oral's luxury residential development wing, he has spearheaded a number of prestigious projects that included developing in-city residences, renovating heritage properties, and rural developments as well as creating a luxury real estate portfolio in Dubai and West Palm Beach. 

Emre's joined the family firm in 2000. He started his career in France at L'Oréal, assumed strategic positions in Coca-Cola, took leadership positions in the Turkish media sector, and further managed a venture capital fund in London, developing strong expertise in business operations, strategic thinking, and market dynamics. From this wide-ranging set of experiences, Emre develops his approach to the luxury retail projects multi-dimensionally: he can anticipate the challenges, manage the complications, and deliver high-profile results.

Emre was educated at Illinois Wesleyan University, where he graduated with a Bachelor's in Business Administration, and later at the Thunderbird School of Global Management, where he earned a Master's in International Management.