The new luxury that brings worlds and dreams together

From Odesa to Forte dei Marmi by way of New York, Sergey Bashkyrtsev’s journey tells a remarkable story of international vision and entrepreneurial ability. As Chairman of the Board of Real Estate Advisor, Sergey has brought a new interpretation of luxury real estate to Versilia, combining global expertise with exclusive services.

His recent trip to Manhattan marked the beginning of an exceptional collaboration with Sofia Falleroni, Senior Global Real Estate Advisor and Associate Broker at Sotheby’s International Realty, one of the foremost names in New York and global real estate. The ambition is clear: to create a direct bridge between Forte dei Marmi and the Big Apple, offering international clients the very best of two of the world’s most prestigious luxury property markets.

On one side stands Forte dei Marmi, with its discreet charm, elegant villas immersed in greenery and ability to attract a global elite; on the other, New York, an emblem of worldwide luxury and record-breaking investment. This is not simply about selling property, but about creating a genuine cultural and economic dialogue—one capable of opening new opportunities both for those who dream of an Italian villa and for those looking to invest in a Fifth Avenue penthouse.

At the helm of Real Estate Advisor, Sergey Bashkyrtsev has profoundly renewed the concept of a real estate agency in Forte dei Marmi. The offer goes far beyond brokerage: it is a tailor-made service that includes luxury concierge assistance, helicopter transfers, supercar and yacht hire, complete property management, and international financial and art consultancy. The agency speaks six languages and serves a network of destinations stretching from Monaco to the French Riviera, and from Porto Cervo to Tel Aviv.

Its clients include global entrepreneurs, senior executives and celebrities. Buying a villa with Real Estate Advisor means far more than owning a property: it means entering a world of service, exclusivity and attention shaped around the individual.

As Sergey points out, Forte dei Marmi has become a globally recognised brand. The quality of its services, its safety, quality of life and cultural heritage make it unique and able to compete with the most celebrated international luxury destinations. Despite a complex macroeconomic climate, demand for prestigious villas remains exceptionally high and far exceeds the available supply.

In this highly selective market, Real Estate Advisor stands out through a clear strategy: presenting only the best opportunities. The portfolio on realestateadvisor.it comprises around forty carefully selected properties, chosen for their genuine value and potential. It is an approach that puts quality before quantity, with the aim of creating tangible value for clients.

The direction for the future is equally clear: strengthen the international presence, expand the off-market portfolio and consolidate the turnkey investment service. The collaboration with Sotheby’s International Realty is only the first step in a vision designed to position Forte dei Marmi as a key hub for luxury property flows between Europe and the United States.

With passion, dynamism and a global outlook, Sergey Bashkyrtsev is now one of the key figures shaping the renewal of the Forte dei Marmi property market—an entrepreneur capable of building bridges between extraordinary worlds and creating real value for clients who seek the very best, wherever they are.

Sixty-five years of family history, hundreds of building sites and an enduring love for the craft: Fabrizio Zanetti embodies artisanal excellence applied to the world of luxury villas. At the head of Roma Imperiale Luxury Services, he has transformed construction into a truly bespoke art, becoming one of the leading figures in the property market of Forte dei Marmi and beyond. The family tradition began in the 1960s and continues with a constant eye on the future, guided by the values of quality, passion and innovation.

This constant pursuit of excellence has given rise to three signature projects by architectural designer Michele Vitaloni, CEO & Founder of VITALONI + PARTNERS and a partner of Roma Imperiale Luxury Services. The three exclusive new residences reinterpret contemporary living and are set in Forte dei Marmi’s most iconic areas: Vittoria Apuana, the historic centre and Roma Imperiale. Offered for sale exclusively by Real Estate Advisor, they give future owners a rare opportunity to participate actively in the creation of their villa, choosing materials, architectural solutions and atmospheres that perfectly reflect their wishes. It is an extraordinary chance to experience Forte dei Marmi as a protagonist and transform a designer concept into an ideal home.

For Fabrizio, building a villa is not simply a matter of raising walls and roofs. It means creating an emotional habitat, telling a unique story and offering an uncompromising way of life. Each client is guided through an immersive journey, from the first design ideas to turnkey delivery. Every phase is supported by advanced technology that enables continuous participation, even from afar. Photographs, videos, drone footage, detailed reports and virtual meetings create a direct connection that overcomes physical distance.

The ability to personalise every detail is the true hallmark of Roma Imperiale Luxury Services. By speaking six languages, Fabrizio and his team can fully understand the aspirations and sensibilities of an increasingly diverse and demanding international clientele. Fabrizio Zanetti’s work extends far beyond Versilia. Through the TENET Holding and ERMES Collection projects, his signature of excellence can also be found in Porto Cervo on the Costa Smeralda, in Saturnia in the Maremma and in the enchanting valleys of Trentino. Luxury villas immersed in pristine nature, five-star thermal suites and alpine residences with breathtaking views: every project respects the genius loci, combining fine materials, sustainable architectural solutions and advanced technology.

At the heart of it all is an authentic passion, expressed in every stone laid, every design decision and every meticulously considered detail. For Fabrizio Zanetti, each villa is like a haute couture garment: unique, unrepeatable and made to measure for the person who will call it home. Every client is accompanied through a shared creative process that transforms construction into an emotional experience and leaves an enduring impression.

Forte dei Marmi remains the beating heart of his work, but Fabrizio’s horizon now embraces the finest destinations across Italy. His is a modern, cosmopolitan vision of luxury—one that rejects standardisation in favour of authenticity and beauty in all their forms. The atelier of the perfect villa knows no boundaries, only the determination to create lasting emotions that endure through time like timeless masterpieces.