Douglas Elliman has begun its international expansion, establishing 14 offices and more than two dozen agents across Bordeaux, the French Riviera and Monaco.
The move, announced at the company’s annual sales gathering, Endeavor, in Las Vegas on Tuesday, marks the start of the brokerage’s global rollout following the creation of Elliman International in June 2025.
Inman reports that the decision to expand into Europe was driven by increasing interest from American buyers in French properties. Future growth is planned for St Barts, Paris and the French Alps.
European real estate specialists Philippe Curutchet, Fredrik Lilloe and Edward de Mallet Morgan will lead the new operations.
“This announcement represents the realisation of our vision for a truly global network that exemplifies our commitment to excellence,” said Michael S. Liebowitz, president and CEO of Douglas Elliman Inc.
“Philippe, Fredrik, and Edward have built an exceptional reputation in the French luxury real estate market, with a track record that speaks for itself. They embody the entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to client service that define Douglas Elliman, and we are thrilled to welcome them to our team.”
Curutchet, founder of Globality, a holding company established in 2009 with offices in Bordeaux, Cap Ferret, Pyla sur Mer, Paris, Biarritz, the French Riviera, Monaco, Saint-Barthélemy and the French Alps, brings long-standing experience in luxury property.
Lilloe, who has spent more than 25 years operating in the French Riviera, has overseen more than $2 billion in transactions and has previously been associated with Knight Frank, Douglas Elliman’s former international partner.
De Mallet Morgan, group head of The Private Office, adds more than two decades of ultra-luxury experience across 15 countries.
“We are incredibly proud to be the first to join Elliman International,” Curutchet and Lilloe said in a joint statement.
“Douglas Elliman’s reputation for excellence and innovation in luxury real estate aligns perfectly with our values and vision. This opportunity allows us to offer our clients an elevated level of service and access to a truly global portfolio of extraordinary properties.”
Douglas Elliman said the European expansion would create a stronger network for clients and agents between the United States and Europe.
The firm also noted that American tourism in France has risen steadily since 2022, surpassing British and German visitor numbers by 2024, which has coincided with growing demand from American buyers.
“This endeavour represents a natural evolution for our business,” de Mallet Morgan said.
“Our clients increasingly view real estate as a global portfolio, and this collaboration enables us to provide seamless service across continents while maintaining the personal touch and market expertise they expect from us.”
