Sobha Realty has introduced Sobha AquaCrest, the second residential cluster within its expansive Downtown UAQ masterplan, a $20 billion coastal development poised to transform the architectural and lifestyle landscape of Umm Al Quwain. Spanning 25 million square feet, the project boasts 7km of beachfront and 11km of coastline, making it one of the most ambitious developments in the Northern Emirates. Upon completion, Downtown UAQ will accommodate over 150,000 residents, offering a blend of luxury homes, retail boulevards, marinas, hotels, leisure zones, and offices, all designed with Sobha Realty’s signature precision and sustainable ethos. The newly launched AquaCrest features a five-tower cluster with one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments and duplexes, set for handover in June 2029. The project integrates contemporary architecture with coastal tranquility, offering panoramic sea views, energy-efficient HVAC systems, district cooling, EV charging stations, and eco-friendly building materials. Francis Alfred, Managing Director of Sobha Realty, emphasized the project’s role in the company’s mission to expand its UAE footprint while maintaining a commitment to quality and sustainability. ‘Downtown UAQ is envisioned as a new urban landmark, blending modern design, sustainability, and coastal beauty. AquaCrest represents the next chapter in this vision,’ Alfred stated. Property consultant V.S. Bijukumar highlighted Sobha Realty’s reputation as a trusted luxury developer, blending craftsmanship and sustainable design to create destinations that harmonize modern living with the natural beauty of the Emirates’ coastline. More than half of Downtown UAQ is dedicated to open and green spaces, including landscaped parks, jogging tracks, and beach promenades, fostering an active, nature-connected lifestyle. The community is designed as a next-generation mobility hub, featuring future infrastructure for air and water taxis to promote sustainable connectivity. The broader masterplan includes a cultural and leisure ecosystem with an Art and Design District, Marine Experience Center, Wellness Park, multiple marinas, retail and dining promenades, and an open-air amphitheatre, aiming to position Umm Al Quwain as a cultural and tourism hub. Sobha Realty’s expansion into the Northern Emirates also includes Sobha Siniya Island, an eco-sensitive coastal development with 60% of its land allocated to protected mangroves, green zones, and open habitats. Together, Siniya Island and Downtown UAQ are projected to contribute nearly 30% of the company’s total sales this year, with combined sales expected to reach Dh12 billion.