Capstone Investment Group Hosts Launch Event for Mar Mikhael Village

On Wednesday September 21, 2016 at 7:00 pm Capstone Investment Group SAL (“Capstone”), a leading real estate development company, held a dinner at Train Station Lounge in Mar Mikhael to launch its latest project Mar Mikhael Village – a residential development that aims to transform the old Laziza Brewery into trendy lofts, designed by the visionary architect Bernard Khoury. The elegant evening featured a presentation of the project and its various amenities in addition to live entertainment. The event was abuzz with around 500 distinguished guests, renowned politicians and media representatives interested to learn how the old brewery will be transformed into a commercial and residential development – a first of its kind in Lebanon and the region. Mr. Ziad R. Maalouf, founder and CEO of Capstone, gave a detailed presentation of the project and introduced the related parties involved in bringing this project to fruition. Mr. Maalouf highlighted the uniqueness of this development and its distinguished architecture that embraces new-age Mar Mikhael living in all its glory. Mr. Maalouf then introduced Mr. Joseph Khawam, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Mar Mikhael Village SAL, the company that owns the project. Mr. Khawam explained how his grandfather, Georges Gellad established the Laziza Brewery in the early 1930’s and how Mar Mikhael Village aims to continue the legacy and the heritage. Mr. Bernard Khoury concluded the presentation by explaining his vision behind this transformation and how he aims to maintain the fabric of Mar Mikhael neighborhood and to revive the heritage of the old brewery. The musicians continued to play live background music until the event successfully concluded. Page 1 of 2
About Capstone Investment Group SAL Capstone is a full-fledged real estate developer dedicated to developing upscale residential, commercial, retail, hospitality and mixed-use properties for today’s sophisticated buyer. Our development strategy aims to offer products that are unique and different, primarily on the basis of location, stylish design, efficient floor plans, quality construction, first-class amenities and ongoing maintenance after delivery. Through our strong focus on careful planning and attention to detail, we strive to create highly enjoyable living and working spaces. With our hands-on approach and dedication to excellence, we are committed to raising the standards of living in our properties. For more information about Capstone, please visit: www.capstone-lb.com About Mar Mikhael Village Mar Mikhael Village entails the transformation of an old brewery into chic and trendy lofts that exemplify contemporary city living in the hip area of Mar Mikhael. Lofts will range in size from 80m2 to 150m2 with a beautiful terrace garden for each, and will be characterized by an open living space with a high ceiling of 4.4 meters, open floor plans with minimal use of walls, large windows enhancing natural light in the space, some exposed structural elements (piping/ductwork) and a mix of traditional materials including concrete, metal and wood. Each loft will benefit from a mezzanine level (around 20% of its size) that constitutes an open space to be transformed later into an additional bedroom, a living room, maids’ quarters, etc. Lofts will also have one storage space each, underground parking with the option to buy additional parking space. There will be several independent blocks with private lobbies leading directly to the terrace garden of each loft. Amenities at Mar Mikhael Village will include an outdoor pool and a sun deck terrace with an outdoor lounge area, which will be a retreat-like getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. In addition, there will be a state-of-the-art gym, a storage space for bicycles on the ground floor and visitors’ parking. The Project will also have an elegant commercial area that reinforces the notion of “village living”. The commercial area will include several amenities, ranging from restaurant, to café, mini- market, laundry and others – all overlooking beautifully landscaped gardens with outdoor seating and dining. For more information about Mar Mikhael Village, please visit: www.marmikhaelvillage.com