8 Boulevard Walk continues to set the tone for Downtown lifestyle
Dubai - Emaar Properties recently introduced 8 Boulevard Walk, the latest in a series of high quality residential towers that help to make up the 500-acre Burj Dubai - the most prestigious square kilometre in the world.
Following in the successful footsteps of The Residences - its high-rise neighbours and The Lofts - the trendy urban living option, 8 Boulevard Walk is now open for public sales. Prospective buyers can visit the model apartment and view the scale model at the Downtown Living Presentation Centre located within the Burj Dubai.
A stones throw away from the Burj Dubai Boulevard - a 3.5 km long, 73 metre wide pedestrian avenue connecting parks, trees and water features and thronged with street cafes, boutiques and world restaurants - the 35-storey tower will consist of studio, one and two bedroom apartments ranging from 465 to 1,408 sq ft.
Raised from a five storey podium, 8 Boulevard Walk will offer residents retail shops on the ground floor as well as amenities ranging from a swimming pool, children's pool and fully equipped gymnasium. A secure parking facility is provided via basement and podium level parking in addition to a security video intercom system from the building entrance to each individual apartment.
Naaman Atallah, Director of Sales for Emaar Properties, said: "8 Boulevard Walk is a unique living experience as well as an exceptional investment opportunity and promises to appeal to those looking to invest in affordable, yet high quality apartments in an exclusive neighbourhood like no other."
Combining stylish interiors and quality kitchen and utility appliances, Emaar has created the ideal living space for young business executives or couples looking to invest in property. Apartments also offer exceptionally large balconies where residents can spend time admiring the views across the Burj Dubai, feel the fresh air, watch the world go by or simply put their feet up and dream.
Added Atallah: "Situated off the Burj Dubai Boulevard, which encircles some of Dubai's best views including the awe inspiring Burj Dubai tower and downtown area, 8 Boulevard Walk offers a world of choice and opportunity on your door step."
Residents of 8 Boulevard Walk can expect to take full advantage of the extensive commercial, residential, hotel, entertainment, shopping and leisure facilities along with parks and open green spaces dotted with lakes and numerous water features that make up the mixed use Burj Dubai. In addition, the forthcoming Burj Dubai Metro will stop at the district and help to make traffic a thing of the past.
With the Burj Dubai - the world's tallest tower at its centre, the development also includes The Old Town, The Dubai Mall, The Old Town Island, Burj Dubai Boulevard, Burj Dubai Business Hub, The Lofts, Burj Dubai Lake Hotel and Serviced Apartments, The Residences and the Burj Views, Burj Lake Park and Burj Lake.
Due to start construction this year, residents will be able to move into 8 Boulevard Walk towards the end of 2007.
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About Emaar Properties PJSC
Emaar Properties, the Dubai-based Public Joint Stock Company, is listed on the Dubai Financial Market and is part of the Dow Jones Arab Titans Index. Emaar is the No. 1 real estate company in the world in terms of market capitalisation which is over US$40 billion. The company announced that its net profits for the first nine months to September 30 climbed 255 per cent, to a record AED 3.690 billion. The figures represent a substantial increase on the AED 1.039 billion in the same period a year ago. The company also reported an impressive 77 per cent rise in revenues to AED 6.757 billion, from AED 3.808 billion for the same period in 2004.
The company has witnessed tremendous growth since its inception in 1997 and boasts a rapidly growing tenant base with more than 12,000 homes handed over to satisfied customers to date. Currently, it has several major real estate projects under various stages of development in Dubai including Arabian Ranches, Dubai Marina, Emirates Hills, The Views, The Meadows, The Springs, The Lakes and The Greens. The company also owns and manages the Gold and Diamond Park.
Emaar has started construction on its most ambitious project to date, the Burj Dubai, which comprises the Burj Dubai - the tallest tower in the world when completed in 2008, The Dubai Mall, Burj Dubai Boulevard, The Lofts, The Old Town, The Old Town Island, The Residences, Burj Views, man-made lakes, landscaped parks and gardens. The company has joint ventures and projects across the region covering Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Syria, Morocco, India and Pakistan. Recently the award winning property developer announced plans to aggressively expand the retail sector with investments of over AED 15 billion to develop approximately 100 malls in the mega emerging markets of the Middle East, North Africa and the Indian subcontinent. In addition, Emaar has teamed up with Giorgio Armani S.p.A to build and manage 10 Armani hotels and resorts across the world; an Armani hotel will feature in Emaar's flagship Burj Dubai tower.
While continuing to actively pursue expansion in its core business of innovative, high quality real estate development, Emaar has diversified into related business lines to further build value for its 41,000 shareholders, which includes the Government of Dubai. Emaar owns and manages two subsidiaries - Dubai Bank, focused on retail and commercial banking and EMRILL, a joint venture with the UK-based Carillion which provides innovative property and facilities management services. Emaar is also the majority shareholder in Amlak Finance, UAE's leading Islamic home financing company. For further information, please visit www.emaar.com
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