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upscale development

[ˈʌpˌskeɪl dɪˈveləpmənt]
nounpl: upscale developments
desenvolvimento de luxo / empreendimento de alto padrão
1. A real estate project or urban development characterized by high-quality construction, premium amenities, and targeting affluent consumers
The upscale development near the waterfront features luxury condominiums and high-end retail spaces.
O empreendimento de alto padrão perto da orla possui condomínios de luxo e espaços comerciais premium.
2. An area of a city or region that has been improved or renovated to attract wealthy residents and businesses
This neighborhood has undergone significant upscale development in recent years.
Este bairro passou por um significativo desenvolvimento de luxo nos últimos anos.
NYC Slang
fancy development / upscale project
Synonyms
luxury developmenthigh-end developmentpremium developmentaffluent developmentexclusive development
Antonyms
downscale developmentaffordable housing developmentbudget development

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desenvolvimento de luxo / empreendimento de alto padrão
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
empreendimento premium / desenvolvimento exclusivo
Common in real estate marketing in major metropolitan areas
Rio de Janeiro
desenvolvimento de luxo / condomínio de alto padrão
Frequently used in real estate contexts
Portugal
desenvolvimento de luxo / empreendimento de classe alta
Similar usage but may also use 'empreendimento de topo'

Related Idioms & Phrases

gentrification of neighborhoods
revitalization of urban areas
white-glove service development
putting on the Ritz
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