Clients References
We strongly believe that the best way of checking a company's reliability is to hear what previous customers have to say. You can check our references down below or on our Facebook Page.
Stephen and Ash (U.K.)
"Gianmarco and Martina managed our project, involving the demolition of an old farmhouse and the building a new house with the old materials, between 2013 and 2019. The build itself started in July 2017 and we held a small handover event in July 2019. Gianmarco guided us through the whole process of design, planning consent, contractor selection, site management and overall project management whilst we continued to live and work in Germany. Abruzzo Project were outstanding in terms of advice, communication, progress reporting and overall management of the project and we are delighted with the final product. We have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Gianmarco, Martina and the team. All the very best to the team with future projects, Stephen and Ash - www.salcim.com"
Jenny and Les (Australia)
"We would highly recommend Abruzzo Project and the services offered by Gianmarco. We have had a very long project but Gianmarco has been with us every step of the way. We have appreciated his help and advice over the years. Nothing was too much trouble with most of our renovation done from a distance. Our renovation turned out even better than we expected, which was largely due to Gianmarco understanding our vision and helping us to make it a reality. We cannot thank him enough. Grazie mille"
Anda and Simon (U.K.)
"We used Abruzzo Project to find and then renovate an old farm house near Guardiagrele. Right from the start, both Martina and Gianmarco have been fantastic. They offer a wide range of services and take the stress and unknowns out of buying and restoring a property in Italy. The quality of the building work, all project managed by Gianmarco, has been excellent and really sensitive to the original style of the building. They have good ideas for how to style the property. And it's great that they find and work with local builders, tradesmen and craftsmen. We love our wrought iron staircase which is traditional from the area."
Jan and Anna (U.S.A.)
" 5 stars. Gianmarco did a wonderful job managing total renovation of our country house near Bomba. He was precise with all permits and delivered the works on time in about 7 months. He also helped us with initial bills paying and local taxes until we learned the Italian enough to navigate the system on our own. Gianmarco and Martina know their business well and conduct it with great degree of professionalism."
Jan & Anna
Houston, Texas
Jan & Anna
Houston, Texas
Maren and Gerd (Germany)
"We have been Abruzzo Project customers for the past 7 years reconstructing an old farmhouse in Abruzzo. We are extremely happy with their work. Gianmarco and Martina are amazing. They truly care about what you need and the modifications you want in a creative way and also provide guidance if needed. We love the fact that they make sure to always be available and to discuss potential difficulties in advance for which their 15 years of experience come in handy. They have such a passion for their job and it shows in pure excellence. What a remarkable company! We can highly recommend their services."
Suzanne and Richard (U.K.)
"Gianmarco listened to what we wanted then he and his team delivered. Without Abruzzo Project we never would have been able to realize our dream of living in Italy."
Sam and Don (U.S.A.)
"We selected Gianmarco and his company after a search and interview process for a renovation for our apartment in the Abruzzo area. Having someone to deal with that can bridge the language divide while directing a project from Georgia was critical. After our initial meeting with Gianmarco in May of 2018, we proceeded with his company. We could not have been more pleased with the outcome. Our apartment is located in a centuries old building and required a complete renovation of electric, water, windows, kitchen, bathrooms and fixtures. Throughout the project Gianmarco’s team provided pictorial updates via Dropbox, as well as email and WhatsApp communications if there were any complications that arose. He and his team took care of all necessary documentation with the local authorities. We were able to organize several purchases of smaller items through Amazon to have delivered to his office for installation. We can highly recommend Abruzzo Project for your renovation needs as well as if you are looking for a property to purchase in Italy."
Kevin and Lisa (U.S.A.)
"Working with Gianmarco and Martina has been a pleasure. They are both very professional and attentive to your wants and needs. Our entire renovation was done while we were still living in Oregon. Knowing that they listened and understood what we wanted made the process much easier. Gianmarco kept us “in the loop” with all aspects of the renovation through email and pictures. Not only did Martina help us find our home, she set up our Italian bank account, filed the paperwork for the codice fiscale, and helped us file for residency. If you are looking to purchase and/or renovate a property in Abruzzo, look no further. Abruzzo Project is the best!"
Jez and Claire (U.K.)
"Gianmarco was an absolute pleasure to deal with. He helped us plan a large scale project involving a high- spec barn conversion and the construction of a swimming pool and large tiled terrace. Gianmarco saw it from design through planning to completion. We are absolutely delighted with the results!
Throughout the project Gianmarco was highly responsive and provided lots of advice on the suitability and sourcing of materials. He project managed the builders and regularly sent us photos showing the progress made. Gianmarco was calm and patient even when we made many small changes to our design choices.
Gianmarco was supportive, resourceful and speaks fluent English, which for the two of us, who barely speak a word of Italian, was an absolute life-saver. Highly recommended!!"
Throughout the project Gianmarco was highly responsive and provided lots of advice on the suitability and sourcing of materials. He project managed the builders and regularly sent us photos showing the progress made. Gianmarco was calm and patient even when we made many small changes to our design choices.
Gianmarco was supportive, resourceful and speaks fluent English, which for the two of us, who barely speak a word of Italian, was an absolute life-saver. Highly recommended!!"
Paul and Grace (U.K.)
"We had been looking for houses in the Abruzzo region since April 2018 and believed we had found one which became beset with various issues, so pulled out.
We had to start looking again in August 2018 and as they say, in every cloud there is a silver lining. By pure chance in the week before visiting, we came across a property on the Abruzzo Project website, so we contacted Gianmarco.
Even though he was on holiday, he arranged for us to meet one of his colleagues who was able to show us around the property and we immediately fell in love with it. To us, a complete bargain!
Dealing at a distance can obviously be a major issue, but dealing with Gianmarco has been a pleasure from day 1. Nothing is a problem for Abruzzo Project. He got back immediately with answers to all our questions and has liaised very successfully with our independent solicitor. He has proved both professional and trustworthy throughout the process; so much so, that we requested he be our Power of Attorney which has allowed us to recently complete on our purchase.
In the future we plan to use Abruzzo Project for some minor work on the property. We cannot speak highly enough of the service that he has provided and would thoroughly recommend him to any purchaser wishing to buy property in Italy."
We had to start looking again in August 2018 and as they say, in every cloud there is a silver lining. By pure chance in the week before visiting, we came across a property on the Abruzzo Project website, so we contacted Gianmarco.
Even though he was on holiday, he arranged for us to meet one of his colleagues who was able to show us around the property and we immediately fell in love with it. To us, a complete bargain!
Dealing at a distance can obviously be a major issue, but dealing with Gianmarco has been a pleasure from day 1. Nothing is a problem for Abruzzo Project. He got back immediately with answers to all our questions and has liaised very successfully with our independent solicitor. He has proved both professional and trustworthy throughout the process; so much so, that we requested he be our Power of Attorney which has allowed us to recently complete on our purchase.
In the future we plan to use Abruzzo Project for some minor work on the property. We cannot speak highly enough of the service that he has provided and would thoroughly recommend him to any purchaser wishing to buy property in Italy."
Richard (U.K.)
"Abruzzo is a fabulous and largely undiscovered region of Italy which offers great opportunities for owning a home at prices hard to find elsewhere in the country. But to achieve that successfully you need an agency to help you - perhaps to buy, or to renovate, or both. There are many you could choose from, and they all have websites full of promises. After twelve years of (often costly) experience, I can’t recommend Abruzzo Project highly enough. If you are thinking of buying abroad you need the following:
1: good advice
2: accurate costings
3: swift replies to questions
4: good work, on time, to price
5: clear, fast, consistent, reliable and accurate communication.
If you get all that then the rest is up to you. Buying abroad can be a dream, and it can be a nightmare. I’ve experienced both, but Gianmarco and Abruzzo Project have been my highlight. I wish I had met them sooner, and can’t recommend them highly enough. If you’re going to do this, you need people you can trust, and who can deliver – they do both."
1: good advice
2: accurate costings
3: swift replies to questions
4: good work, on time, to price
5: clear, fast, consistent, reliable and accurate communication.
If you get all that then the rest is up to you. Buying abroad can be a dream, and it can be a nightmare. I’ve experienced both, but Gianmarco and Abruzzo Project have been my highlight. I wish I had met them sooner, and can’t recommend them highly enough. If you’re going to do this, you need people you can trust, and who can deliver – they do both."
John (U.K.)
"Gianmarco and his wife held our hands throughout the whole process from the viewing to post-completion matters such as dealing with utility companies; local authorities; residency and other helpful tips/guidance to help ensure the purchase was as easy as possible. His local knowledge is second to none and he really does go the extra mile with his practical advice. I would recommend his company without hesitation and should I look to move, I will use his services again."
Gerald and Suzanne (Australia)
"Gianmarco assisted us with the purchase of our home in Casoli and was a pleasure to deal with through the entire process. His ability to expertly guide us through the process was always done with clarity and made the experience a very positive one. I would highly recommend Gianmarco and the Abruzzo Project team."
Paul and Lois (U.K.)
"We have worked with Gianmarco over the past couple of years for some small projects which were handled expeditiously and to a high standard. It is no surpirse then, when it came to looking for a new property and the inevitable renovations, we have chosed Abruzzo projects. Five stars"
Clive (U.K.)
"Having somebody you can rely upon to provide unbiased advice is essential. Abruzzo project provides that advice through pre buying advice to planning and on through the bureaucracy of the planning and construction process. Buying renovating or building from new will always be stressful, by heeding the advice provided by Abruzzo project some of that stress can be removed."
Chris (U.K.)
"Gianmarco helped us throughout the entire process of our house purchase from helping us with the viewing at very short notice to the handing over the keys. We were very grateful for all of the support that he gave us (and continues to do)."
Phil and Maxine (U.K.)
"We can't praise Gianmarco and Martina enough for the professionalism and friendliness. The help in buying our dream property and continuing aftersales guidance / assistance has made our dream achievable. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone in the future. Thank you Abruzzo Project."
Janice and Martin (U.K.)
"Professional, helpful and friendly. They made our house purchase and restoration stress-free from start to finish. Excellent workmanship throughout and I strongly recommend them. Thanks Gianmarco and Martina!"
John and Ilona (The Netherland)
"Gianmarco and Martina gave been a great help for us to realise our "Italian Dream". They do their best to make the purchase of a house in Abruzzo as easy as possible. They are a reliable party to work with. Martina even helped us whenmy wife got pregnant. A warm, fantastic couple that are more than worth the money."
Jillian and John (U.K.)
"Gianmarco and Martina are a truly professional team. Nothing was too much trouble and they dealt with all aspects of our move with consumate skill. We cannot recommend them highly enough."
Kate and Neil (U.K.)
"Gianmarco Poli is a consummate professional and takes huge pride in his work. He is totally reliable, honest and an excellent communicator. He allowed us to be briefed frequently about our project, making us feel part of the process rather than simply an open cheque book. He even managed to save us several thousand euro by managing the project piecemeal himself rather than handing it over to a builder. All emails and telephone calls were dealt with rapidly; we were consulted at every step of the process and Gianmarco’s advice, when sought, was consistently helpful and appropriate. Having had less successful dealings with other geometra and tradespeople in the area, we cannot recommend Gianmarco highly enough. The trades and craftsmen he employs are of an exceptional standard, the work was always completed to deadline and its quality exemplary. We wholeheartedly recommend him and would definitely seek his services again if needed.
If you need a geometra – use him. He’s brilliant!"
Steve and Bridget (U.K.)
“We absolutely agree with previous comments. We decided to employ Abruzzo Project based on personal recommendations and have not once regretted our decision. Gianmarco is extremely professional and efficient. He offers an excellent service and sound advice, and we have a large, newly built, stunning property we are delighted with! All work has been completed on time, in budget and of an excellent standard. We could not have managed without Gianmarco's and Martina's excellent English and their assistance in all aspects of setting up our lives in Italy. We could not recommend them more highly...”
Joanne and Chris (South Africa) www.villadistelle.com
“After deciding to move to Abruzzo, Italy, we spent many hours researching online, in order to prepare ourselves of the pitfalls and idiosyncrasies of the area. Having watched a few TV programmes which highlighted the many problems and nightmares that can occur when dealing with property in a foreign country, we wanted to take all necessary precautions.
We met with numerous architects, geometras and other professionals, none of them made us feel totally comfortable or confident. During this time we came across Abruzzo Project online, and had an initial meeting with Gianmarco, once we arrived here and decided that for numerous reasons, we'd go ahead with the project under his professional guidance.
We have always been so happy that we made this decision. We found Gianmarco to be well informed, professional, always responsive and available, and totally trustworthy. His involvement and input with everyone on site, made the overall building experience a happy one, which is what we all wish for. We would have no hesitation in recommending him highly for your building project in Abruzzo. Our beautiful guest house, Villa Di Stelle has received the most incredible compliments from all those who have been here. Thanks Gianmarco and Martina for everything, and we wish you great success in all your future projects.”
We met with numerous architects, geometras and other professionals, none of them made us feel totally comfortable or confident. During this time we came across Abruzzo Project online, and had an initial meeting with Gianmarco, once we arrived here and decided that for numerous reasons, we'd go ahead with the project under his professional guidance.
We have always been so happy that we made this decision. We found Gianmarco to be well informed, professional, always responsive and available, and totally trustworthy. His involvement and input with everyone on site, made the overall building experience a happy one, which is what we all wish for. We would have no hesitation in recommending him highly for your building project in Abruzzo. Our beautiful guest house, Villa Di Stelle has received the most incredible compliments from all those who have been here. Thanks Gianmarco and Martina for everything, and we wish you great success in all your future projects.”
Steve (U.S.A.)
"We have used Abruzzo Project since September of 2005. Abruzzo Project has been so helpful in the: house-hunting process, purchase, renovation, and property management (i.e., tax and utility payments, propane refills, mail-handling, and renting out). They have become family."
Gunilla (Sweden)
“With two whole projects behind me I can honestly say I wish I had known Gianmarco at the beginning of the projects! He came in at a later stage of my second project, when everything was a mess, and really helped to clean it up and get the project on track again. Extremely honest and reliable, with a good and solid understanding of the building process and also what you as a foreigner need, he was always there to help. For my next project (when I have recovered enough from the first two) I will most definitely make sure to involve him from the start. This to avoid all the problems I had with poor planning from my previous geometra/architect/project managers, which led to added costs, added time and endless discussions about what was included and what wasn’t. I can only recommend anyone who’s planning any kind of construction in Abruzzo to definitely call Gianmarco before you do anything! Get him involved from the start. It will save you a lot of headache in the end if you do. Thanks Gianmarco for all your patience! The house is finally there and looks lovely!”
Jeremy and Meredith (U.K.)
"So so good. Well organised, English is perfect. Patient and caring. Adapt quickly and knowledgeably, truly great advice on all aspects of the renovation and purchase. Martina takes all the stress out of the process and Gianmarco gets you the house you want. Its that simple. I have no negatives about their entire organization. Wonderful."
Burkhard and Lina (Germany-Italy)
"Initially we got to know Gianmarco and Martina when we were traveling Central Italy in search for our dream property. Between the many real estate agents that we had met, they were by far the most professional ones and the only ones who had a convincing track record of renovation projects. That’s why, after we had finally found our property, over 3 years later we decided to work with them for our huge project.
We completely demolished an existing ruin and built a zero consumption of fossil energies house, employing several technologies never used before in Abruzzo. At the same time we reutilized the existing natural stones and old tiles to make everything look like a traditional Italian farmhouse. During the entire duration of the construction project we lived abroad and Gianmarco very reliably gave us weekly updates through Skype and email.
To make it short: Gianmarco did a fabulous job starting from civil engineering up to the management of the extensive paperwork necessary for the Italian authorities. With unlimited patience he listened to our ideas and always found technical solutions to implement them. We are very grateful to Gianmarco and Martina for helping us realize our dream home and happily recommend them."
We completely demolished an existing ruin and built a zero consumption of fossil energies house, employing several technologies never used before in Abruzzo. At the same time we reutilized the existing natural stones and old tiles to make everything look like a traditional Italian farmhouse. During the entire duration of the construction project we lived abroad and Gianmarco very reliably gave us weekly updates through Skype and email.
To make it short: Gianmarco did a fabulous job starting from civil engineering up to the management of the extensive paperwork necessary for the Italian authorities. With unlimited patience he listened to our ideas and always found technical solutions to implement them. We are very grateful to Gianmarco and Martina for helping us realize our dream home and happily recommend them."
The Barries (U.S.A.)
In 2007 we did a renovation project for "The Barries", an American family who bought a property in Abruzzo. They never came to inspect the site when the works were in progress, giving us complete wholehearted trust. The year after the completion of the project, they invited us to join them in California, where we spent two fantastic weeks completely hosted by them, exploring the area, meeting their family and having barbecues with their friends. We could never thank them enough for such genuine hospitality and the great appreciation for our work on their project!
George (U.K.) unspoiltitaly.com
"I spent sometime after signing the Act, researching what is undoubtedly one of the most important aspects of any Italian project - choosing the right Geometra-Engineer. My requirements being slightly different to the norm as I was looking to project manage many aspects of my investment and also looking to forge a long-term relationship to cover the five plus years of development. Gianmarco has been very flexible in his approach and has consistently provided helpful and logical advice. Being Italian, I have found him to have a consistent knowledge of the way systems and regulation work in Italy, along with a strong rapport with local tradesmen. Gianmarco speaks fluent English and although this wasn't essential for me, it has undoubtedly been very helpful. I hope and am very much expecting for work with Gianmarco to continue in the same vain until completion, and more importantly for him to continue to keep me in check!"
David and Pauline (U.K.)
"We've known Gianmarco and his delightful wife Martina since 2007, when they found us the Abruzzo property that was to become Villasfor2. It was a complicated project accomplished in record speed and without major problems. In addition to drawing-up the plans for our own home and our holiday rental villas, Gianmarco acted as Project Manager and the link between us and both the local authorities and the utilities companies. We simply couldn't have achieved what we did achieve without his local knowledge; professional expertise; and willingness to go the extra mile on the many occasions that was necessary. Unlike many agents we came across on our own Abruzzo property search, for whom the most important factor seems to be showing you as many properties as possible in the hope that one might fit the bill, (without ever really bothering to consider what you really want), Gianmarco and Martina go to great lengths to discuss your requirements with you - Holiday home ? Permanent home ? Income-producing property ? New build ? Restoration ? - before making sensible and constructive suggestions as to how you can realistically achieve your aims, within your set budget. We were delighted with the work Gianmarco and Martina did for us and have no hesitation at all in recommending them."
Jaqui and Kevin (U.K.) www.kokopellicamping.co.uk
"After a frustrating year of wrong advice, blind alleys and dark corners in our attempt to get our campsite registered and running, we finally found Abruzzo Projects. Gianmarco and Martina worked tirelessly and professionally to find their way through the quagmire of regulations and documentation. They worked patiently but persistently with our comune, and kept close communication with our commercialista, until success was finally achieved. Gianmarco and Martina achieved in 3 months what others had failed to do in a year. Lovely people too."
Jason and Sally (U.K.) www.jhalesfotografia.com
"We were very happy with the very professional service we received from Martina at the Abruzzo project. They were always prompt and courteous in their dealings with us and made the whole process of buying a property very quick and simple. After the sale Martina continued to be very helpful and gave a service beyond that you would expect in the UK. Martina's fluent English was also a big help to us."
Dirk and Laini (U.S.A.)
"We have purchased two places with their assistance and have found Gianmarco and Martina to be very knowledgeable and professional. They walked us through every aspect of the purchase and gave us confidence that we were getting quality service at a very reasonable price. We had looked with other companies in the area before we found Abruzzo Project and once we did we were instantly struck by the difference. It is immediately apparent upon meeting him that Gianmarco is very passionate about his work and this passion is also evident in the professionals that he surrounds himself with. Buying a place far from home can be a bit stressful, but working with Abruzzo Project made it easy. We love our Abruzzo getaway!"
Kurt and Lauren (U.S.A.)
"When we were shopping for a home in Abruzzo, we identified a townhouse in Guardiagrele that needed compete renovation. Our friend, David recommended that we contact Gianmarco to inspect the property before we completed the purchase to assure that there were no structural or other issues with the property. Following his inspection, we felt confident that the purchase was feasible, so we proceeded with the purchase. When it came time to plan the renovation and choose a builder, it was a no brainier to choose Gianmarco. In all of our interactions with him we were impressed with his integrity and commitment to us and our project. He faithfully stayed on top of the project that was started on time and completed on time and on budget! We received photos every week, and sometimes more often than that, showing progress and he was always available to answer questions or solve problems that arose. I am extremely comfortable giving Gianmarco my highest praise and recommendation on a job well done."
Tony and Rona (U.K.)
"We were introduced to Abruzzo Project by some previously satisfied clients. Gianmarco and Martina assisted us in locating, purchasing and renovating the house we now live in. As we were still living in the UK at the time it was vital that good communications were maintained. Gianmarco and Martina’s excellent English and regular updates enabled us to feel confident and fully involved with every aspect of this project. To put it simply they were always available for us, returning calls and e-mails promptly and can be relied upon to tell you what you need to know, rather than, what you want to hear. Their assistance with obtaining bank accounts, “codice fiscale” and residency was invaluable and enabled us to relocate with the minimum amount of problems or stress. We are therefore delighted to add our names to their expanding list of highly satisfied clients."
Update of 2017...
"We can look back on 6 years experience working with Abruzzo Project. Totally satisfied with all aspects of their services. Often overlooked but vitally important is the after sales service which is first class. Would not hesitate to use them again. Easiest 5 star review we have written."
Update of 2017...
"We can look back on 6 years experience working with Abruzzo Project. Totally satisfied with all aspects of their services. Often overlooked but vitally important is the after sales service which is first class. Would not hesitate to use them again. Easiest 5 star review we have written."
Kevin and Linda (U.K.)
"We can only reiterate all the other comments from satisfied customers! You really are in safe hands with Gianmarco. We were kept informed every step of the way, and advised in a professional and friendly manner. We can't thank them enough for injecting life back into our lovely town house. All our family and friends are amazed at the transformation - they all stayed here before the work took place. They all love it - and so do we."
Frank and Maria (U.S.A.)
"We cannot thank you enough for making this renovation project a positive experience for our family. Initial thoughts of renovating our dream house + a very strict budget + a schedule that will not allow us to be physically present to follow the progress were enough reasons for anyone to be concerned but we knew in our heart of hearts that Gianmarco Poli is the right person for the job. We have known him for five years and have seen his completed projects in person. No questions asked; no doubt in mind! You have exceeded our expectations!Progress reports were received on a weekly basis to include photos. Emails and telephone calls were answered immediately. Last minute requests were assessed and then considered. Adjustments were completed to our satisfaction. Quality of work is superior. More importantly, the project was completed keeping our best interests at heart and the result: Our dream home came true! Gianmarco, you are top-notch!"
Russ and Annette (U.S.A.)
"Since Gianmarco has a Master in Engineering we hired him to be our Project Manager and be totally in charge of the renovation of our house. We told him what we would like and he told us he would hire the most qualified workers and get us the best prices. We trusted him completely and we were well rewarded. Everything we asked for, Gianmarco made it even better than we imagined. He communicated with us often to tell us about the progress. We love our beautiful Italian Villa. We feel blessed to have found him. We would highly recommend him to anyone wanting to renovate a house. We continue to have a beautiful friendship with Gianmarco and Martina. We refer to them as our Italian family."
David and Frances (U.K.)
"We purchased our house in Collecorvino in 2006 and appointed Gianmarco as our project manager to oversee restoration and the conversion of the house into 2 apartments. I think it would have been impossible to get the building works done without his help, especially with the Italian paperwork! Gianmarco visited our site every week and emailed us photographs so we could see how the work was getting on. He also arranged a trip for us to go and visit all sorts of shops so we could choose doors, windows, marble, tiles, bathrooms etc. The project was finished to a very high standard and Gianmarco helped to make sure all the final paperwork was sorted out. We sold one of the apartments in 2010 and still own the larger upstairs unit."
Sam and Philip (U.K.)
"Abruzzo Project (Gianmarco and Martina) enabled us to find and purchase our dream home in Abruzzo with ease. Since then, their continued support - arranging ongoing works, paying bills, keeping an occasional eye on the property and more - has been invaluable. The quality and commitment of their service is second to none. We are VERY satisfied clients and have no doubt that this happy state of affairs will continue indefinitely. Thank you, Gianmarco and Martina!"
Bill and Chris (U.K.)
"We had spent many months searching for our Italian property. We had seen beautiful houses in the wrong place, or in a lovely place but at an unaffordable price. We had looked mainly in Umbria and Le Marche but without finding the right combination of price, scenery, location, lifestyle and accessibility. We were only dimly aware even of where Abruzzo was, until we came upon a couple of web sites by chance. We then realised very quickly that this was an area of stunning scenery, unspoilt medieval villages, realistic prices, and within easy driving distance of Rome (and, of course, Pescara). At that point, buying the house was in some ways the easy bit. Unsurprisingly, much building work was needed, and this was where we were fortunate to have the services of Gianmarco of Abruzzo Project. His English is excellent, while our Italian is, to say the least, limited, and over a series of meetings, and many emails, he listened to our ideas, added several of his own, gave technical and design advice, drew up plans, and submitted them for planning permission. (Having someone who could deal with this aspect of bureaucracy was essential.) We were able to trust him absolutely to manage the whole project of renovating the house, including finding a builder whose standards are equally high. When problems arose (as they always will), they were dealt with promptly and efficiently, giving us confidence in a successful outcome. We are very pleased with the quality of the work and with the living space which has been created, and we have valued the relationship which has been maintained throughout the project."
Sarah (U.K.)
"I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Gianmarco and his work. He inspired complete confidence; listened to our requests and made valuable observations; returned telephone calls and emails immediately, supplied accurate drawings promptly and above all, went through all the correct channels and didn't try to cut corners. Everything he did contributed to making our entry into Italy a simple and happy experience, and I am hugely grateful to him."
James and Mary (U.K.)
"My wife and I purchased a house from Gianmarco and Martina; we’d had no experience of buying abroad and couldn’t speak any Italian. From the beginning they made everything very simple and went beyond what you would expect from an agent, e.g. meeting me where and when I required. Over the years they have helped us to sort out setting up the utilities, bank etc. They then organised rewiring of part of the house, fitting a bathroom as well as being around to take furniture deliveries when we couldn’t be there. When we decided to sell our house in 2010 Gianmarco and Martina were once again extremely helpful in organising everything in Italy to help us sell it so we didn’t even have to travel to Italy to finalize things. We wouldn’t hesitate in using them again and would highly recommend them."
Paul (U.K.)
"Having purchased a property through Abruzzo Project, with no problems, without a legal representative and a notary suggested by Gianmarco, I feel extremely confident to recommend Gianmarco and Martina to guide you through the locating, purchasing, renovations, residency and all associated requirements that you may require to make your life here in Abruzzo as painless as possible. Gianmarco and Martina are thoroughly professional, with excellent communication skills, open and honest. Three years on they are still at my request, advising and assisting me, enabling me to make the most of living in this wonderful location."