Real Estate Investor Magazine June 2024 Edition | Page 35

BOUBKER BENJELLOUN

But Benjelloun ' s time in the water was more than just about athletic excellence . As he glided through the water for countless hours , his mind was abuzz with ideas , sketching in his imagination the most exquisite urban landscapes and architectural marvels . This unique blend of physical discipline and creative ingenuity set the stage for what would become a distinguished career in urban design , architecture and real estate development .

Recollecting those early days of childhood , Boubker says , ’ During those countless hours spent slicing through the water , where the world seemed to quiet except for the rhythm of my strokes , my mind was always racing , constructing and deconstructing what could become the perfect urban landscape or architecture . Each lap was more than just training for competitions ; it was a creative session , where I pieced together my dreams of designing spaces that could inspire and connect people .’
Despite his passion for swimming and architecture , Boubker Benjelloun initially pursued a career in the dental sector , primarily to please his family . He established one of the most successful clinics in Paris , but his thoughts constantly drifted back to his true passions : architecture and urban development .
The turning point came when Boubker stumbled upon a real estate opportunity that beckoned him back to Morocco . With a bit of luck , his first project in Casablanca involved purchasing a villa in a neighborhood that soon transformed into a commercial hub for high-end and top brands . This
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