Anwa Aria by Omniyat

Anwa Aria by Omniyat is a 37-storey ultra-luxury waterfront residential tower in Dubai Maritime City, developed by Omniyat — the visionary force behind The Opus by Zaha Hadid, One at Palm Jumeirah, and The Lana by Foster + Partners. As the second phase of the acclaimed ANWA development (Phase 1: 48 floors, 229 units, completed 2022), Anwa Aria delivers 175 freehold residences including 14 seafront townhouses and 2 penthouses, designed by NAGA Architects with interiors featuring Porcelanosa kitchens, Gorenje appliances, Bagno Design sanitary ware, and Control 4 smart home automation.

TL;DR: Anwa Aria by Omniyat is a 37-storey, 175-unit ultra-luxury waterfront tower in Dubai Maritime City, designed by NAGA Architects with 3.2m ceiling heights, premium marble finishes, and Porcelanosa European kitchens. Featuring studios to 4-bedroom penthouses (372–6,929 sq ft), an infinity pool with Arabian Gulf views, and direct beach access — units start from AED 827K with a 60/40 payment plan, within Omniyat's 11-million-sq-ft coastal masterplan on Dubai's Jumeirah coastline.

Project Overview and Key Statistics

Anwa Aria stands as the second chapter of Omniyat's ANWA waterfront narrative in Dubai Maritime City. The tower rises 37 storeys (30 residential levels above a podium structure) and houses 175 residences encompassing studios, 1-bedroom tower residences, 2-bedroom podium duplexes, 3-bedroom townhouses, and 4-bedroom penthouses. Fourteen seafront townhouses and two exclusive penthouses crown the development's offerings.

Construction progress has reached 51.56%, with completion anticipated in Q4 2027 per the developer's official timeline. The project launched for sale in 2023 and is largely sold out, with limited resale inventory available on the secondary market. The tagline — "A Symphony of Seafront Luxury" — encapsulates the project's ambition to harmonize architectural excellence with the natural rhythms of the Arabian Gulf.

Architectural Design and Interior Specifications

NAGA Architects, an award-winning independent practice established in 2000 in Dubai with offices across the Middle East and the United States, designed both the original ANWA tower and Anwa Aria. The architectural approach for the Maritime City development explored a "House of Cards" facade concept — mixing solids and voids, projected balconies, and recesses to create a dynamic interplay of lightness and form. The facade studies examined three distinct design languages: the projected balcony approach, a sleek machined finish with dominant horizontal banding and sensual curves, and stacked plate floor levels turned and fanned at irregular intervals.

The design concept draws from the maritime landscape, employing neutral materials that echo the colors and textures of sea, sand, and sky. Floor-to-ceiling glass throughout maximizes natural light penetration and frames unobstructed sea views from every residence, including from the swimming pool.

Interior Specifications:

• Ceiling heights: 3.2 meters standard (6.3 meters in double-height areas)
• Flooring: Premium natural marble stone throughout
• Bathroom tiles: Italian Travertino ceramic tiles
• Kitchens: Fully fitted European kitchens by Porcelanosa
• Kitchen appliances: Integrated Gorenje appliances
• Tapware and sanitary ware: Bagno Design
• Wardrobes and doors: American timber-look HPL finishes
• Ironmongery: Euroart
• Glazing system: Alico System glazing
• Home automation: Control 4 smart home system
• Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout all residences

Location: Dubai Maritime City

Dubai Maritime City is a 249-hectare mixed-use waterfront development situated between Port Rashid and Dubai Dry Docks, master-developed by DP World (acquired in 2017, originally launched in 2003-2004 by Dubai World). The development encompasses a commercial district with freehold residential and commercial offerings alongside an industrial district focused on ship repair and yacht manufacturing. A 3.5-kilometer waterfront promenade defines the community's public realm.

Omniyat's parent brand "Beyond" is developing an 8-million-square-foot luxury living precinct within Dubai Maritime City, with an additional 3 million square feet by other Omniyat divisions, creating a total 11-million-square-foot coastal development along the Jumeirah coastline.

Proximity: | Destination | Distance | |-------------|----------| | Mina Rashid Cruise Terminal | 5 minutes walk | | Rashid Yachts & Marina (430 berths) | 5 minutes drive | | Dubai Gold Souk | 15 minutes | | Downtown Dubai / Business Bay | 20 minutes | | Dubai International Airport (DXB) | 20 minutes | | Dubai Mall | 20 minutes |

Comprehensive Amenities

Aquatic and Recreational:

• Infinity swimming pool with panoramic Arabian Gulf views
• Dedicated children's pool
• Yoga and Pilates studio
• State-of-the-art gymnasium with sea views
• BBQ areas
• Outdoor terraces
• Podium roof deck with marina walkway
• Landscaped gardens
• Direct access to park and promenade
• Direct beach access and boardwalk promenade

Children's Facilities:

• Dedicated children's play area and children's centre
• Children's pool

Services:

• Concierge and housekeeping services
• 24/7 security and maintenance
• High-speed elevators
• Central air conditioning
• Dedicated parking
• Control 4 home automation

Retail and Lifestyle:

• Ground-floor retail outlets
• Restaurant access
• Proximity to floating yacht club

Unit Types, Configurations, and Pricing

| Unit Type | Size Range (sq ft) | Price Range (AED) | Price/sq ft (AED) | |-----------|-------------------|-------------------|-------------------| | Studio | 372 – 566 | 827K – 1.0M | 2,225 – 3,133 | | 1-Bedroom | 806 – 1,461 | 1.46M – 2.14M | 1,500 – 2,235 | | 2-Bedroom Podium Duplex | 1,460 – 1,655 | 2.32M – 3.43M | 1,587 – 2,376 | | 3-Bedroom Townhouse | 4,311 – 4,692 | From 2.51M | — | | 4-Bedroom Townhouse | 2,192 – 5,628 | From 4.79M | — | | 4-Bedroom Penthouse | 4,943 – 6,929 | Up to 15.4M | — |

All residences feature floor-to-ceiling windows, premium marble flooring, Porcelanosa European kitchens with integrated Gorenje appliances, Bagno Design sanitary ware, and Control 4 smart home automation. The 3.2-meter ceiling heights (6.3 meters in double-height spaces) create a sense of volume and grandeur that distinguishes Anwa Aria within Dubai's luxury market.

Payment Plan (60/40 Structure)

| Milestone | Percentage | |-----------|------------| | Down Payment | 15% | | During Construction | 45% (across installments) | | On Handover (100% completion) | 40% |

This payment structure allows investors to defer 40% of the purchase price to handover, providing significant flexibility and cash flow management during the construction period.

Developer Profile: Omniyat

Omniyat was founded in 2005 by Mahdi Amjad, whose journey to real estate began after building Al Masa Computers into one of the UAE's largest IT distribution businesses (approximately USD 450 million turnover). Amjad identified a gap in Dubai's luxury real estate market — which at the time was focused on mass production — and created Omniyat to fill it with what the company describes as "The Art of Elevation."

The name Omniyat means "wishes" in Arabic, and the company's portfolio has grown to a value exceeding USD 10 billion across 18 masterpieces in three destinations. The firm's exclusive hospitality partnership with Dorchester Collection has produced some of the Middle East's most coveted addresses.

Key Projects:

• The Opus: 21-storey building in Burj Khalifa District designed by Zaha Hadid
• One at Palm Jumeirah: Managed by Dorchester Collection
• The Lana: Dorchester Collection hotel and residences designed by Foster + Partners, featuring the region's first Dior Spa (opened Q1 2024)
• The Alba: AED 7 billion waterfront project designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, Dorchester Collection
• Orla & Orla Infinity: Dorchester Collection, Palm Jumeirah (Orla Infinity: all 20 ultra-luxury duplexes sold for AED 1.4 billion)
• Vela & Vela Viento: Dorchester Collection

On Palm Jumeirah alone, Omniyat sold properties worth AED 2.18 billion across 33 deals in 2024, capturing 58.1% of the local market for apartments priced above USD 10 million.

Investment Potential and Market Analysis

Dubai Maritime City delivers rental yields of 6% to 8.5% depending on unit size, furnishing level, and exact location within the development. The area's limited residential inventory creates scarcity value, while major infrastructure developments — including the Mina Rashid Cruise Terminal (a global tourism gateway), luxury marinas with 430 berths, and Omniyat's 11-million-square-foot Beyond masterplan — drive sustained demand and future value appreciation.

Projected occupancy rates for the area exceed 85% post-completion, while resale growth is expected to remain steady over a 3-5 year horizon. Properties valued above AED 750,000 qualify for a 2-year UAE residency visa, while investments of AED 2 million or more qualify for the 10-year Golden Visa.