Syed Shayan Real Estate Archive
Syed Shayan Real Estate Archive
From Real Estate History
On October 28, 1895, the construction industry's widespread adoption of steel-frame technology enabled the first generation of modern skyscrapers, fundamentally transforming urban development worldwide. This engineering breakthrough allowed buildings to reach unprecedented heights, revolutionizing architectural possibilities and establishing new st...
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On October 18, 2020, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) introduced a set of comprehensive new regulations governing real estate brokerage practices across all seven emirates. The new framework required brokers and real estate agents to obtain proper licensing, follow standardized commission structures, and maintain full transparency in all property tra...
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On 26 January 1905, the world’s largest known gem quality diamond, the Cullinan Diamond, was discovered at the Premier Mine in South Africa. The find immediately transformed the economic standing of the mine and its surrounding land, elevating the area to exceptional geological and commercial importance. Weighing 3,106 carats, the Cullinan Diamon...
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On 27 January 1888, the National Geographic Society was established in Washington DC. The purpose of this institution was to advance understanding of the world’s lands, mountains, rivers, cities, regions, and the human and wildlife populations inhabiting them, and to document this knowledge through systematic mapping. Prior to this, land was gen...
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On November 25, 1982, the Government of Punjab finalized its first pre master planning guidelines to manage accelerating urban growth in Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan, and Gujranwala. During the late 1970s and early 1980s, these cities witnessed rapid expansion marked by informal subdivisions, inadequate street layouts, and insufficient dr...
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The acquisition of land for the Model Town Society was one of the most remarkable and spirited chapters in its early history. Dewan Khem Chand and his...
Between 1921 and 1924, the land for Model Town Lahore was acquired in successive phases. The process began in 1921, shortly after the establishment of...