The Greenness Index is a metric that evaluates a project's sustainability and reflects the integration of environmental and social considerations into its development.
Energy Efficiency
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Indoor Environment
6/10
Water Management
4/10
Waste Management
3/10
Sustainable Materials
3/10
Wellness and Inclusivity
9/10
Business Bay is Dubai’s most active mixed-use district, covering 64 million square feet along the Dubai Water Canal,1.5 km from Burj Khalifa. The area combines office towers, luxury residential buildings, and canal-front amenities in a single connected neighborhood bordered by Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road. In Q2 2024, Business Bay represented 43 percent of all office transactions in Dubai, reflecting sustained commercial demand. Active off-plan projects from Emaar, Sobha, Omniyat, and R. Evolution offer entry points from AED 2.8 million to ultra-luxury branded residences above AED 43 million. The Business Bay Metro Station on the Red Line connects residents to the airport in 15 minutes and Dubai Marina in under 25. For investors and residents evaluating Dubai’s urban core, Business Bay combines location, infrastructure, and pipeline inventory that few other districts can match at comparable price points.
Business Bay, Dubai, UAE
Master Developer
Dubai Holding
Gym
Swimming pool
kids’ play area
Sauna
The curved balcony profiles reduce direct solar gain exposure while enhancing shading performance, contributing to improved thermal efficiency and façade durability.
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AED 1,077,777
Price per sq ft
AED 2,572
Building Type
Apartment
Bedrooms
Studio, 1 bed, 2 bed, 3 bed
Handover Date
Q3 2027
Area
Developer
Size Range
From 419 sq ft
| Bedrooms | Price (AED) | Extra | Size(sqft) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | From 1,077,777 | - | From 419 |
| 1 BR Resale | From 1,677,777 | 1BR PLUS | From 827 |
| 2 BR | From 1,777,777 | - | From 862 |
| 2 BR | From 2,577,777 | 2 BR Plus | From 1247 |
| 3 BR | From 3,777,777 | - | From 1678 |
KASCO Real Estate Development introduces ONDA as a next generation residential tower positioned within the commercial core of Business Bay. The development comprises 348 residential units ranging from studios to three-bedroom apartments, structured to serve both professional end-users and investment driven buyers. Construction is scheduled for completion in Q3 2027, aligning delivery with a projected expansion phase in Dubai’s urban residential demand cycle.
Architectural design is led by Next Engineering Consultant, emphasizing a coastal-inspired identity that integrates fluid geometry with modern urban living. The tower rises from a 55,744.30 sq ft plot and is equipped with four residential elevators and a dedicated service lift to ensure operational efficiency and vertical mobility. Units are delivered unfurnished, allowing customization flexibility for investors and residents.
The unit mix demonstrates a market-responsive distribution strategy, with one-bedroom plus units representing the largest share. This typology reflects demand from young professionals, remote workers, and dual-income households seeking adaptable interior space. Parking allocation follows functional hierarchy, while projected service charges of AED 17 per sq ft position the project competitively within the premium mid-market segment.
ONDA’s architectural philosophy translates coastal fluidity into built form through curved balconies, sweeping façade lines, and spatial sequencing that evokes wave motion. The project’s design ethos, summarized by the concept “serenity in every curve,” eliminates harsh geometry in favor of soft transitions that enhance visual calmness and spatial continuity.
Interior environments adopt a restrained palette of warm neutrals, light greys, and stone textures to reinforce a minimalist wellness aesthetic. Linear concealed lighting emphasizes architectural lines, while reflective ceiling textures in aquatic zones mimic the movement of water surfaces, enhancing sensory depth.
Wellness integration is embedded within the architectural program rather than appended as an amenity layer. The development incorporates an infinity pool, indoor pool, children’s pool, and submerged seating zones that extend leisure functionality. A cold plunge room, sauna, steam rooms, and spa suites support recovery-based wellness routines, while indoor and outdoor fitness facilities, yoga zones, and a running track address active lifestyle demands.
Social and productivity spaces reflect contemporary living patterns. A wellness café supports health-oriented nutrition, while co-working areas and shaded outdoor lounges create hybrid work-life environments aligned with remote and flexible working trends.
Although the project does not publish formal green certification metrics, its planning principles align with environmental responsiveness and human sustainability frameworks. The architectural envelope incorporates expansive glazing and deep balconies that maximize daylight penetration, reducing artificial lighting demand while improving occupant wellbeing.
Podium landscaping and integrated greenery contribute to microclimate moderation and air quality enhancement, supporting thermal comfort and urban ecological balance. The building’s coastal design inspiration promotes natural airflow pathways and spatial openness, improving passive ventilation potential.
Human sustainability is prioritized through wellness-centric infrastructure, promoting physical activity, stress reduction, and social interaction. The presence of green terraces, outdoor movement paths, and wellness facilities contributes to long-term health outcomes and reinforces social sustainability within high-density urban living.
Urban sustainability is reinforced by the project’s proximity to major commercial, leisure, and transportation nodes. Close access to the Dubai Canal and key city destinations reduces reliance on long commutes, supporting lower transportation emissions and improved urban mobility efficiency.
Business Bay continues to demonstrate strong rental absorption and capital appreciation due to its proximity to Dubai’s financial corridor and lifestyle landmarks. ONDA’s positioning within this district, combined with its wellness-driven differentiation and architectural identity, strengthens its long-term investment profile.
Average ROI in the area is projected between 6% and 10%, supported by sustained tenant demand and a typical year-over-year rental growth rate of approximately 6%. Several factors influence return performance, including unit typology efficiency, proximity to lifestyle hubs, service charge competitiveness, and building amenities that enhance tenant retention.
The dominance of one-bedroom plus units enhances rental liquidity, while wellness-centric amenities and co-working facilities increase appeal to high-earning professionals and digital nomads. Accessibility to major landmarks such as Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall further supports premium rental positioning and resale desirability.
Investors benefit from flexible furnishing strategies, allowing positioning for both long-term leasing and short-term executive rentals. The project’s completion timeline also aligns with anticipated supply-demand equilibrium, improving the potential for early capital appreciation.