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A Place Where Everything Connects

The Pierhead will be a district where life comes together — homes, shops, cafés, green spaces, and gathering spots, all thoughtfully planned to create a walkable, welcoming community. It’s being designed to bring the energy of the city and the ease of the beach into one connected place, made for everyday living and a strong sense of belonging.

Middle-aged couple sailing in Carlisle Bay, Barbados, and group of friends enjoying outdoor dining at a beach bar with sunset and fishing boats in the background
Bartender making a cocktail at a beach bar and Hawksbill sea turtle swimming in Carlisle Bay, Barbados

Local Flavours Thrive

Cafés, bars, restaurants, and fresh ingredients will anchor a lively scene. From casual bites to rum cocktails, local flavor will take the lead.

Shop Local

Independent brands, creative
boutiques, and everyday essentials will line the streets — supporting local enterprise and showcasing island-made.

Live Well

Homes made for island life — easy, connected, and close to the sea. With beautiful design and views of Carlisle Bay, The Pierhead offers a new way to live that balances comfort, community, and everyday ease.

Culture Comes Alive

From live music to community events, The Pierhead will host shared moments and creative energy — woven into the rhythm of daily life.

Green
Space Grows

Planned plazas, shaded routes, and open greens will bring nature into the everyday — creating space to slow down and reconnect.

Bridgetown:
A City of Stories

Bridgetown’s past is deeply layered — shaped by sugar and shipping, industry and culture, struggle and resilience. Its waterfront has long stood at the center of this story. Now, The Pierhead will become the next chapter: a new district rooted in the past, set to redefine the heart of the city.

Working Port to Waterfront District

For centuries, the Careenage was Barbados’ front door to the world — welcoming ships, trade, and people from across the Atlantic. The Pierhead stood at the center of it all: a working port shaped by commerce, culture, and constant movement. It was once the city’s hive of activity — from dockworkers and traders to locals gathering at the much-loved Waterfront Café. Now, it’s where Bridgetown begins again — by the sea, for everyone.

Explore the spaces that will shape tomorrow’s Bridgetown

 

178

Apartments

35

Food & Beverage,
Retail and
Cultural Spaces

21,000

Total Developed Area (m2)

The Pierhead Beach Club featuring a modern swimming pool, bar, and restaurant with uninterrupted views of Carlisle Bay beach.
Open-plan kitchen and dining area in Pierhead condominium with floor-to-ceiling windows leading to a balcony with stunning views of The Pierhead beach and marina at Carlisle Bay.
Modern bedroom in Pierhead condominium with contemporary design and soft furnishings, reflecting the perfect blend of beach life and urban living.
Open-plan living area in Pierhead condominium with floor-to-ceiling windows leading to a balcony with stunning views of Carlisle Bay beach and marina.

Built in Chapters

Phase 1

THE STEEL BUILDING,
BEACH CLUB,
THE POINTE

Phase 2

HOUSE OF PILLARS

Phase 3

BRIDGE HOUSE

Design That Raises the Bar

The Pierhead brings together a team of internationally recognized architects and local talent to shape a district that feels both globally relevant and deeply Bajan. The architecture will reflect the character of Bridgetown — its proportions, rhythms, and materials — reimagined for modern life by the sea. Every space, from homes to walkways, is designed with beauty, usability, and long-term value in mind.

“This is not about importing design — it’s about reinterpreting what’s already here. We’ve drawn from Bridgetown’s heritage and brought it forward with simplicity, restraint, and purpose.”
– Doug Luke, Architect

Looking Ahead

The Pierhead is more than a development — it’s a chance to help shape the future of Bridgetown. With deep respect for history, a commitment to community, and a belief in what’s possible, this project represents a rare opportunity to do something lasting.

“Years ago, sitting at the old Waterfront Café, I felt the energy of this place — alive with conversation, music, and possibility. That’s when I knew I wanted to invest here. The Pierhead was once a vibrant port, full of stories — from trade and travel to struggle and resilience. This project is about honoring all of that, and giving the site the future it truly deserves.”
– Neville Isdell, Founder & Investor

Zoomed-in portrait map of The Pierhead location in Bridgetown and Carlisle Bay, with a line leading to a zoomed-out view of Barbados showing Bridgetown’s location on the island.

Talk to us today to secure your idyllic waterfront retreat at THE PIERHEAD, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

We’d love to hear from you.

To learn more about The Pierhead, just click the link below to get in touch.

Office

Altman Real Estate Group
Rosebank, Derricks, St. James,
BB24008, Barbados

Phone Number

Local   +1 (246) 537-0840
UK   0 808 120 2364
Ireland  1 800 550 167
US   1 866 360 5292

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