DAMAC Properties, the largest private developer of luxury real estate in the Middle East, announces the launch of “Akoya by DAMAC”, a 28-million-square-feet master development off Umm Sequim Road in Dubai. “Akoya by DAMAC” will be the most luxurious Golf community in Asia, with premium branded mansions, villas, townhouses and luxurious apartment units. The project will include an 18-hole PGA Championship Golf Course at the heart of the development, in addition to a sumptuous spa, boutique hotels and international schools from kindergarten to secondary level. The fully-integrated community will also include globally-recognized retail brands, leisure and entertainment offerings, a sports complex and beautifully manicured landscaping throughout. “Akoya by DAMAC”, which takes its name from one of the most exclusive pearls in the world, will create a thriving living environment aimed at meeting the demand of those living and working in Dubai and the region, as well as those holidaying there. The project will include distinctive architecture, lush landscaping and unrivalled five-star service in every element of the luxury living environment. The development will be the largest project which DAMAC Properties has ever launched, further confirming the stabilization and upturn in the Dubai real estate market, the company said. “We aim to make ‘Akoya by DAMAC' the most desirable living environment in Dubai for aspirational professionals who recognize ultimate luxury,” said Hussein Sajwani, Chairman, DAMAC Properties. “The development will bring a blend of high-end, five-star living, with unrivalled facilities and create a haven for families looking to make Dubai their home.” The latest report from Jones Lang LaSalle showed that valuations of apartments and villas in Dubai had continued to climb. In the first quarter of this year prices were up 18 percent in prime locations. The report also stated that “for the first time since mid-2008, all sectors of the Dubai real estate market are currently positioned in the recovery stage of the market cycle. “We are in advanced discussions with a number of leading global brands to make ‘Akoya by DAMAC' the most sought-after area in Dubai,” added Sajwani. The purchase of land from Dubailand has been completed and all required paperwork has been received. DUBAILAND is a popular district of Dubai that includes entertainment, sporting, shopping and residential communities. The destination hosts a number of diverse attractions including Miracle Gardens, Sports City, Motor City and Global Village. It is well connected to key highways making it within quick and easy reach of prime costal and downtown areas. DAMAC Properties has completed 37 buildings to date, with 7,817 units and spanning 13,945,299.00 square feet. DAMAC Properties also has a further 66 buildings at various stages of progress across the Middle East and North Africa region. These consist of 12,100 units. More details will be made available to visitors to the Arabian Travel Market, taking place at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre from 6-9 May 2013. Visitors will find the DAMAC Properties stand at Sheikh Saeed Hall, stand 5,560. — SG
