Development Advisory

Using advanced modelling to drive sustainable design from ideation to realization in commercial or residential structures, investigate complexities and facilitate decision-making.

Development Advisory Services in Crete, Greece
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Development Advisory Services
Development Advisory

Project Feasibility

Project feasibility involves the consultation and assessment activities that ARENCOS undertake to allow the client to determine with informed decision-making authority whether the project is feasible and should go ahead or not.

ARENCOS advisory services at this stage of the development process might include:

  • Advising on early project requirements
  • Market research
  • Land identification, sourcing, negotiation & acquisition
  • Land valuation
  • Property appraisal
  • Residual development appraisals
  • Feasibility and ROI studies
  • Formation of the project brief & design strategy
  • Market research
  • Project strategy & business planning
Development Advisory

Pre-Development

Pre development includes the consultation and management activities that ARENCOS will execute to manage the project and coordinate the parties involved before the construction process.

The advisory services at this stage of the development process might include:

  • Due diligence on the: Financial, Technical, Legal & Environmental
  • Conceptual design
  • Cost management strategy
  • Managing the development of the schematic design
  • Confirm project compliancerequirements (e.g., security, health and safety, regulatory compliance.)
  • Securing the necessary building permits
  • Communication with governmental authorities and third parties
Development Advisory

Construction & Build

Securing building permits and managing the procurement & construction workforce are critically important to establish project construction and completion. ARENCOS undertakes a wide range of activities to ensure effective, reliable, cost efficient and sustainable development, construction & build strategies.

ARENCOS advisory services at this stage of the development process might include:

  • Conducting Quantity Surveys
  • Managing the procurement process
  • Project management
  • Construction management
  • Budget management
  • Management of risks and uncertainties
  • Insurance advisory
  • Health and Safety Plan
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Post-Development

These are the professional activities that are required to maintain and manage the development completed following practical completion; from asset and infrastructure management through to its ROI potential.

ARENCOS advisory services at this stage of the development process might include:

  • Asset management
  • Facilities-infrastructure management
  • Market research
  • ROI analysis
  • Rent review & collection
Development Advisory

Sale & Exit Advisory

ARENCOS will work with our real estate division, investment partners, associates and clients to determine the most appropriate and feasible exit strategy, facilitate the due diligence process, manage the investment marketing and sale process (via ARENCORES), and conclude the sale.

ARENCOS advisory services at this stage might include:

  • Evaluating the exit strategy options
  • Determining the most feasible and efficient exit strategy
  • Developing a sale and marketing strategy
  • Conducting exit strategy surveys and assessments
  • Managing the investment sale process
  • Managing the conclusion of the sale
Development Advisory

Paradigms

Examples of our strategic development advisory work include:

  • helping a client identify, acquire and successfully sell a commercial real estate asset in Chania, Crete
  • creating a flexible, yet practical net-zero strategy for a residential building, helping fund sustainable modes and reduce carbon footprint.
  • analyzing for an investor how a villa in Akrotiri compares to a luxurious property in Platanias.
  • advising on off-grid infrastructure to assess the technical and economic feasibility of a residential property.
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Development Advisory

Strategy. Implementation. Results.

Changing economic conditions, conflicts, aging assets, material availability and emerging technologies are among the challenges faced by property owners and investors today. To effectively manage property assets and add value, we apply advanced data and ‘real-life’ development experience.

Strategic Planning & Feasibility Analysis

Site Sourcing & Siting Assessment: Technical, legal, and environmental evaluation of land parcels across Chania and Rethymno.

Financial Feasibility & ROI Analysis: Residual land valuation, yield forecasts, capital cost estimations, and risk scenario modeling.

Market & Demand Research: Insights into regional hospitality, luxury villa markets, and commercial asset demand.

Regulatory Compliance, Design & Permitting

Greek Building Code & Spatial Planning: Expert guidance through local forestry laws, coastal zone setbacks, and archaeological clearances.

Sustainable & nZEB Strategy: Advisory on Net-Zero Energy Buildings (nZEB), Passivhaus standards, and biophilic architecture tailored to the Cretan climate.

Permitting Facilitation: End-to-end management of local authority approvals, environmental impact assessments, and building licenses.

Project Execution & Procurement Advisory

Quantity Surveying & Cost Control: Detailed BOQs (Bill of Quantities), budget optimization, and risk mitigation strategies.

Contractor & Procurement Oversight: Vendor selection, tendering management, and contract structuring.

Construction Governance: Strategic project oversight ensuring compliance with engineering and environmental specifications.

Development Advisory

Advanced analytics and modeling transforms sustainable architectural design from a series of static calculations into a dynamic, predictive decision-making engine. By establishing a digital feedback loop early in the concept stage, project teams can stress-test environmental strategies, balance lifecycle costs, and resolve competing structural and thermodynamic demands before physical construction begins.

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Tailor-Made Solutions by ARENCOS

  • Capital Planning – ARENCOS Capital Planner provides solid strategic planning, predictive management of capital spending, and project prioritization–ensuring capital is most effectively utilized in your construction project.
  • Project Estimating –ARENCOS Estimator efficiently and precisely generates up-to-date project cost estimates–enabling informed decision-making and process transparency.
  • Project Management Tool – ARENCOS iPMTM is a unique end-to-end core project management tool to collaborate and manage construction and rennovation projects–providing clarity and information throughout the entire life-cycle process.

Overcome complex design and sustainability challenges with AI and computational data perfectly integrated to generate tangible results.

The ARENCOS Advantage

Key Differentiators (Why Choose ARENCOS)

Choosing ARENCOS means partnering with a forward-thinking engineering and architectural consultancy dedicated to excellence at every stage of development. By blending advanced technical precision, deep regional regulatory expertise, and a steadfast commitment to sustainable design, we transform complex challenges into streamlined, high-value solutions.
Here is what sets our practice apart:
  • 1 Integrated Multidisciplinary Team: In-house architects, civil engineers, building physicists, and financial analysts working together.
  • 2 Data & Computational Insights: Advanced modeling tools for energy performance, structural integrity, and budget accuracy.
  • 3 Deep Local & Regional Authority Knowledge: Decades of combined experience navigating Greek spatial planning and municipal workflows.
  • 4 Commitment to Sustainability: Pioneering eco-conscious builds, passive heating/cooling systems, and reduced carbon footprints.
  • 5 Dedicated Construction Cost Calculator based on REAL data.
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Development Advisory Services

We provide dedicated consulting and development advisory services to clients that plan, acquire, develop, manage, and invest in property assets in Crete, Greece.

 

Understanding, identifying, prioritizing and managing risk is at the core of everything we do, in order to assist our clients, protect their interests and optimize their assets value.

Want to know more?

Meet the team of ARENCOS: Maria Gkika FOUNDER - Senior Civil Engineer
Talk to Maria Gkika about this service.

Civil Engineer, Development & Construction,
66 Apokoronou Street, 73135,
Chania, Crete, Greece

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or call at: +30 282111 2 777
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Residential Property Investments

ARENCOS iNVEST offers tailored residential property investment solutions in Crete, combining market expertise with opportunities in traditional homes, modern villas, and prime seaside locations.

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Hospitality Property Investments

ARENCOS iNVEST is your expert partner in hospitality property investments, providing tailored solutions for acquiring hotels, resorts, and vacation rentals in Crete's thriving tourism market.

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Commercial Property Investments

ARENCOS iNVEST specializes in commercial property investments, offering expert guidance in acquiring warehouses, logistics centers, and production facilities. Optimize your portfolio with strategic opportunities in Crete's growing industrial market.

ARENCOS Dedicated Services

Relentlessly Focusing on Design & Construction Excellence.

From concept to completion, our team integrates innovative design principles, cutting-edge technology, and masterful craftsmanship. Every detail matters—because precision is not just a standard but a necessity. We challenge conventions, embrace creativity, and strive for perfection in every endeavour.

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How we Think

At ARENCOS we view architectural design and construction engineering as a holistic process of exploration and discovery fueled by limitless thinking.

 
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Values Commitment

While our business continuously evolves, our core values are remaining constant. They define our way of working and are at the heart of everything we do in the field of architectural and engineering immersive experiences.

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Our Businesses

We innovate on a continual basis, following trends and customer needs in the sectors in which we operate. We deliver essential innovations across our businesses— Construction & Civil Engineering, Real Estate, and Property Management. 

 
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