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MARKING 50 YEARS OF THE SOBHA GROUP, SOBHA REALTY UNVEILS ITS LARGEST MASTER DEVELOPMENT IN DUBAI: SOBHA SANCTUARY

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2 months ago

January 26, 2026

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Sobha Realty, a leading luxury real estate developer, today announced the launch of Sobha Sanctuary, its largest master-planned development in Dubai to date. Marking a defining milestone as the Sobha Group celebrates 50 years of legacy, excellence, and uncompromising quality, Sobha Sanctuary represents the developer’s most ambitious vision for integrated, wellness-led living in the emirate – delivered with the precision, craftsmanship, and attention to detail that have defined Sobha for five decades.

Spanning a total site area of ~37.5 million square feet, Sobha Sanctuary is a distinguished lifestyle destination rooted in nature and built for the future. Aligned with Dubai’s vision for sustainable and resilient urban growth, the development is designed and executed through Sobha’s fully backward integrated model, ensuring consistent quality control across design, engineering, construction and delivery. The result is aimed at a high-performing, wellness-driven urban environment that generates long-term social, environmental, and financial value, and is expected to cater to ~20,000 families.

At the heart of Sobha Sanctuary lies an expansive destination park, envisioned as the social, recreational, and ecological core of the community. Complementing this central park is a Community Mall offering retail, dining, and leisure experiences, alongside a state-of-the-art Wellness Centre, creating a vibrant daily-life hub where convenience, recreation, and wellbeing are seamlessly integrated. The park hosts a rich array of active lifestyle amenities, including football grounds, running tracks, padel courts, and a skate park, forming a dynamic wellness-oriented landscape.

From this central destination, the park extends into four continuous green corridors that traverse the site, ensuring every residence enjoys effortless access to nature, active experiences, and uninterrupted green vistas, within a vast 6km ‘Leisure Loop’. This loop further connects to an even larger mobility loop and a 9km wellness loop around the perimeter of the development. Comprising over 50,000 trees across the Sobha Sanctuary community, this integrated blue-green network supports spaces designed to help residents reflect, reconnect, and rejuvenate, while elevating everyday living through nature promenades, shaded walkways, and water features.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Francis Alfred, Managing Director, Sobha Realty, said:
“Sobha Sanctuary represents a landmark moment for Sobha Realty as we mark 50 years of building with purpose, precision, and integrity. As our largest single development in Dubai to date, this masterplan reflects a long-term vision to create a community where nature, wellness, and thoughtful design come together at scale. Guided by our philosophy of quality without compromise and our ‘The Art of Detail’ ethos, Sobha Sanctuary is designed not only for families today, but for generations to come.”

The masterplan is guided by a holistic wellness framework that addresses every dimension of human wellbeing. Physical wellness is promoted through an extensive network of walking, jogging, and cycling trails, sports zones, fitness studios, and outdoor recreational spaces for all age groups. Mental wellness is supported through contemplative gardens, meditation zones, water features, and quiet retreats that foster calm and restoration. Social wellness is nurtured through inclusive public spaces, community hubs, event lawns, and cultural venues that encourage interaction and shared experiences across generations.

Environmental wellness is embedded through sustainable design strategies, energy- and water-efficient systems, biodiversity-rich landscapes, and green corridors that enhance air quality and microclimate performance. Economic and civic wellness are supported through mixed-use nodes, opportunities for local entrepreneurship, safe and accessible streets, and thoughtfully designed public realms that strengthen community cohesion and civic pride, while smart mobility solutions and sustainable infrastructure ensure the community remains adaptable and future-ready.

Sobha Sanctuary is envisioned as a fully integrated, mixed-use destination, home to a world-class hospital facility, two international schools, a large retail offering, and a benchmark wellness centre, all strategically distributed across the masterplan to ensure equitable accessibility and everyday convenience. A layered network of green spines connects the community amenities to villa neighbourhoods and mixed-use precincts, promoting walkability, cycling, and active mobility while reducing reliance on vehicles – reflecting Sobha’s commitment to creating efficiently functioning, people-centric communities.

The development will feature ~20,000 residential units, including around ~18,000 apartments and ~2,000 villas across categories, delivered across multiple phases. The first phase of launch will focus on villa living, with a limited release of ~250 units across villa categories.

Villas at Sobha Sanctuary are thoughtfully planned within a forest-inspired landscape, balancing privacy with strong community connectivity. All villas enjoy direct access to open green spaces, transforming the landscape into a natural extension of the home. Architectural design follows a minimalist modern aesthetic, characterised by clean lines, expansive windows, generous terraces, private courtyards, and beyond; creating refined homes that emphasise calm, comfort, and indoor-outdoor living.

Beyond its experiential role, the integrated green network also functions as critical ecological infrastructure. Designed to manage stormwater through bioswales, retention landscapes, and integrated water bodies, it enhances flood resilience and supports groundwater recharge. Layered planting strategies help mitigate heat, improve air quality, and enhance the microclimate.

Strategically located, Sobha Sanctuary offers convenient connectivity to Dubai’s key districts and major road networks, balancing a sense of exclusivity with accessibility. As development progresses over the coming years, Sobha Sanctuary is set to emerge as one of Dubai’s most significant master-planned communities, an enduring expression of nature-led living, refined wellness, and future-ready urban design.

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DUBAI INVESTMENTS BREAKS GROUND ON LANDMARK AL VISTA MIXED‑USE DEVELOPMENT IN MEYDAN, COMMENCES MAIN CONSTRUCTION WORKS

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3 days ago

March 31, 2026

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Dubai Investments breaks ground on Al Vista, its landmark mixed‑use development in Meydan Horizon. Developed through its wholly‑owned real estate subsidiary, Dubai Investment Real Estate (DIR), Al Vista is a large‑scale mixed‑use development comprising residential, commercial and retail components within a unified masterplan.

The ground‑breaking ceremony was held in the presence of Khalid bin Kalban, Vice Chairman and CEO, Dubai Investments, Obaid Salami, General Manager, Dubai Investment Real Estate along with other senior representatives and the contractor for the project.

As part of the milestone, DIR also signed the main construction contract with JV Hourie Paramount appointing the contractor to deliver the project in line with the approved execution plan.

Commenting on the ground-breaking, Obaid Salami, General Manager of Dubai Investment Real Estate, said: “Al Vista represents an important addition to DIR’s portfolio and reflects a disciplined approach to development, anchored in quality, execution certainty and long‑term value creation. With main construction now underway, DIR is committed to delivering well‑planned, high‑quality developments in key growth locations across Dubai, positioning Al Vista to emerge as a defining mixed‑use destination upon completion.”

Located within Meydan Horizon, one of Dubai’s most sought‑after mixed‑use districts, Al Vista comprises a 39‑storey residential tower featuring 312 apartments, including one‑, two‑ and three‑bedroom units, alongside a 19‑storey commercial tower offering approximately 120,000 sq. ft. of shell‑and‑core office space, complemented by integrated retail components. The development is designed to support a connected urban environment, with a comprehensive range of lifestyle and recreational amenities serving both residents and commercial occupiers. Construction is advancing as scheduled, with planned completion targeted for Q1 2028

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DAMAC’S AMIRA SAJWANI: IN THE PRESENCE OF HH MOHAMMED BIN ZAYED AL NAHYAN AND HH MOHAMMED BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM, WE HAVE NOTHING TO FEAR

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3 days ago

March 31, 2026

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Amira Sajwani, Managing Director of DAMAC Properties, the UAE’s and the Middle East’s largest private real estate developer, issued a statement affirming confidence in the future of the United Arab Emirates despite the current political tensions in the Middle East and the GCC.

Sajwani emphasised that the nation’s continued stability and economic strength are underpinned by the country’s wise leadership and long-term vision, which have consistently guided the UAE through global and regional challenges while reinforcing its economic fundamentals.

Commenting on the current conditions, Amira Sajwani, said: “In the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and the Ruler of Abu Dhabi, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and the Ruler of Dubai, we have nothing to fear. History has taught us that the UAE always overcomes challenges and emerges stronger. We witnessed this during the global financial crisis in 2008, during COVID-19, and again following the April 2024 storm widely known as the ‘Hadeer Storm.’ With the guidance of our leadership, this time will be no different. The UAE will continue to move forward with resilience and confidence.”

Sajwani added that the strength of the UAE’s economic fundamentals, particularly in the real estate sector, continues to be reflected in record market performance. According to Dubai REST, Dubai recorded AED 246.12 billion in real estate sales in Q1 2026, compared to AED 142.7 billion in Q1 2025, representing a 72.46% year-on-year increase.

“These figures clearly demonstrate that despite political tensions across the region, the fundamentals of Dubai’s real estate market remain exceptionally strong,” Sajwani said. “Demand continues to grow, and investor confidence in Dubai remains robust, reinforcing the emirate’s position as one of the world’s most attractive investment destinations.”

Sajwani further noted that DAMAC Properties continues to play a leading role in the market’s performance. The developer ranked No. 1 in Dubai’s real estate industry by market share of sales transactions, recording a total of 3,663 units sold, further cementing its position as a key contributor to the emirate’s real estate success.

She also confirmed that construction progress across all DAMAC projects remains on track, with handover timelines continuing as scheduled without any changes, reflecting the company’s strong operational capabilities and commitment to delivering projects on time.

Sajwani concluded by reaffirming that the UAE’s leadership, economic vision, and global reputation for stability will continue to attract international investors and sustain long-term growth across key sectors, including real estate.

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MORE THAN 300,000 DAMAC RESIDENTS URGED TO SWITCH OFF LIGHTS THIS SATURDAY

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3 days ago

March 31, 2026

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DAMAC Properties, the largest private real estate developer in the UAE and the Middle East, has urged more than 300,000 residents staying across its communities and team members to participate in ‘Earth Hour 2026’. The annual sustainability initiativeis part of a global movement highlighting the urgent need for climate awareness and energy conservation.

On Saturday, March 28, DAMAC communities and towers across Dubai will go dark by switching off lights for one hour, starting 8.30pm. The initiative is supported by community engagement teams and sustainability champions from LOAMS, the award-winning, jointly owned property and community management company.

DAMAC’schampioning of Earth Hour reinforces its commitment to building a sustainable future. Switching off lights for one hour across 50,000 homes has an impact equivalent to planting 200 trees that thrive for a decade. It saves 10,800 kWhr, equal to 4900kg of carbon dioxide emissions.

Patricia Torres, a resident of DAMAC Hills 2, noted: “It is motivating to see our community united for a meaningful cause. Earth Hour helps us appreciate how simple actions taken together can create real and lasting change. We look forward to playing our part by switching off lights and make a positive impact in the fight against climate change.”

Earth Hour, organised by WWF, is a global grassroots movement that started as a lights-out event in Sydney, Australia in 2007. Since then, it has grown to engage millions of supporters globally. As the movement grows, the one-hour lights out event continues to be the symbol of a broader commitment toward nature and our planet.