Digita Properties Limited, led by founder Kemal Brown, says it is looking to take an innovative approach to real estate development.

In the heart of Kingston, where vibrant culture meets cutting-edge innovation, the company is not just building structures; it is sculpting the future of living and working spaces.

Digita Properties embodies a harmonious blend of luxury, sustainability, and innovation from exquisite residential properties to state-of-the-art commercial spaces.

“Our vision is to revolutionise the global real estate industry through innovation and sustainability,” says Kemal Brown, founder and member of Digita Properties’ board of directors. “We aim to transform the landscape by integrating cutting-edge technology, eco-friendly practices, and impeccable designs, all while delivering unparalleled value to our clients and investors.”

Digita Properties’ journey is marked by a series of significant milestones that highlight its dynamic growth and visionary approach. It boasts an impressive portfolio of projects that is reshaping the real estate narrative in Jamaica, one of which is called ‘The Singularity’, a multi-family residential development of 12 townhouses, 12 apartments, and six studio units, nestled in the serene hills of Red Hills.

The Singularity’s focus, as its name indicates, will be smart homes with a projected cost of J$1.4 billion. This luxurious housing complex offers an array of living options spread across 2.4 acres. The project is nearing its final leg of approval with the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA), having been approved by all other regulatory bodies. Designed by Virtuoso Architects, “The Singularity’ is estimated to break ground in Q3 this year.

Commercial interests will not be left behind with Digita Properties’ landmark project – Digita 1 – an avant-garde commercial complex, to be located in the sought-after ‘Golden Triangle’ in New Kingstin.

The development, which will provide contemporary office spaces designed to cater to the needs of Kingston’s thriving business community is projected to cost J$800 million and will be coming to market in 24 months.

“I am particularly excited about this because we want to do a building that is modern with dynamic usage of colour psychology and functional design typologies in line with international aesthetics, as we have done with our recent projects – Enigma Coworking as well as Studio Digita, which should come on stream soon,” Brown states.

He indicates that the backbone of Digita Properties’ success is its focus on results, fiscal prudence, integrity, innovation, investment strategy, dedicated team, unwavering commitment to excellence and discipline in land selection. “Serving a diverse clientele, from corporate entities and individual investors to tourists and landowners, Digita Properties offers tailored solutions that exceed expectations,” he adds.

With this in mind, the company has quietly and steadily amassed an asset base of over J$1 billion with the Digita Global Group (DGG) remaining the sole shareholder with a clean balance sheet. Its impressive portfolio includes numerous properties in Jamaica, boasting an average return on investment of 15 per cent and asset appreciation of 60 per cent from 2019 to 2024, alongside international property acquisitions in Panama, Brazil and the Dominican Republic.

Digita Properties is on an upward trajectory and remains steadfast in its core values of innovation, sustainability, and excellence.

Brown indicated that the vision for Digita Properties, as it is for all companies under the helm of the DGG, is to add value regionally and expand to global markets, using its unique way of doing things the ‘Digita Way’ as the guiding beacon.

“In the realm of real estate, it means taking a very minimalistic, technology-driven, lean yet effective approach. We seek to increase efficiency through procurement and reducing project time-cycle, through agile planning methodologies. We also have our ear on the ground where material prices are concerned and we are in the process of sourcing a warehouse where we can store material, procured at advantageous prices for future use,” he highlighted.

Indicating that real estate has been a deep passion of his and that once he had dreamt of being an architect, Brown now partners with architects, engineers and other professionals to bring his visions to life.

“I still remember negotiating our first land deal…what it showed me is that the skills I developed through heading one of the sister companies – Digta Global Marketing – were transferable and I was able to structure a unique deal that relied on less cash, in exchange for services we offer throughout the group. The diversity of the group allows for these special arrangements,” he beamed.

Citing the shift in the local real estate market, Digita Properties took a decision instead to pursue opportunities in Panama, the Dominican Republic and Brazil, where markets are yet to peak.

“We now own properties in each of these locations all of which are projected to earn between 7.5 and 10 per cent return on investment,” Brown posited, noting that the future for Digita Properties is one of expansion and partnership.

“I am keenly aware that our grand vision will require significant capital partnership and expertise. We are currently in talks with prospective partners to acquire properties in the United States, specifically Florida and Atlanta…we are also searching in northern Europe and exploring global opportunities,” he states, adding that the US projects will be joint commercial ventures.

Brown envisions Digita Properties as a dynamic property development and investment firm.

“We are in the business of acquiring land and building and we are actively seeking out joint ventures with like-minded individuals,” he said, emphasising that Digita Properties showcases what vision and dedication can achieve.