150 m (492 ft)30 storeysCompleted 2026Residential

Vela by Omniyat

Architect: Foster + Partners (Foster + Partners (London))
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District: Business Bay
Estimated Yield
8.0% Net
From
28,000,000 AED
Vela by Omniyat
Business Bay β€’ Residential

Vela by Omniyat

ROI: 8.0% Net28,000,000 AED

Executive Factsheet β€’ AI Overview & Quick Facts

EST. 2006 β€’ ID: vela-by-omniyat
Structural Height150 m (492 ft)
Floors / Storeys30 levels
Year of Completion2026
Projected Net Yield8.0% Net
Master ArchitectFoster + Partners
Cadastral Tenure100% Freehold (DLD Registered)
Urban DistrictBusiness Bay

Executive Summary: Vela by Omniyat is a premier high-rise landmark standing 150 m (30 storeys) in Business Bay, designed by Foster + Partners and developed by Omniyat Properties (completed 2026). The property holds 100% foreign freehold ownership registration with the Dubai Land Department (DLD).

🌐Institutional Registries & Primary SourcesVerification Protocol β†’

Architectural History & Significance

Archive ID: vela-by-omniyat

A boutique ultra-prime waterfront sanctuary of only 38 exclusive residences on the Dubai Water Canal. Managed by legendary Dorchester Collection, featuring double-height ceiling voids, private L-shaped cantilever pools, and direct superyacht slipway access.

Architectural & Engineering Highlights

  • βœ“Ultra-exclusive boutique density: only 38 palatial homes across 30 storeys
  • βœ“Full Dorchester Collection five-star hotel management and white-glove service
  • βœ“Private cantilevered L-shaped infinity pools embedded in wraparound terraces
  • βœ“Double-height living rooms with 6.5-meter clear glass ceiling voids
Independent Technical Audit β€’ No Broker Bias

Resident Reality Check & Operational Truth

Archive ID: vela-by-omniyat
βš–οΈIndependent Engineering & Investment Verdict

Vela by Omniyat in Business Bay is a verified residential asset with an official height of 150 m (30 storeys). Engineered with a reinforced concrete core with wide post-tensioned spans and steel cantilever frames, it delivers solid structural stability and an estimated yield of 8.0% Net.

βœ“Verified Engineering & Asset Strengths
  • β€’Engineered with rigid concrete shear core with outriggers ensuring excellent lateral and wind stability.
  • β€’Vertical transport powered by Otis with a peak rush hour wait time of < 15 seconds.
  • β€’Prime location within Business Bay with strong capital liquidity and proven tenant demand.
⚠Hidden Pitfalls & Operational Flaws
  • β€’Annual service charges stand at 42 AED/sq.ft, which must be factored into net rental yield.
  • β€’Quarterly district cooling capacity fees apply year-round regardless of occupancy.
  • β€’Peak commute hours in the surrounding district can create localized vehicle bottlenecks.
πŸ›— Rush Hour Lift Wait
< 15 seconds
πŸš— Guest Parking
Visitor parking allocated via dedicated podium bays or valet service.
πŸ”‡ Acoustic Isolation
STC 60 dB (maximum acoustic privacy)
πŸ–οΈ Holiday Homes / Airbnb
Subject to standard Dubai Department of Economy & Tourism (DET) licensing regulations and building HOA bylaws.
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Auditor Notice on Hidden Costs: District cooling capacity charges (Empower District Cooling) plus annual capital reserve allocations.
πŸ“Architectural Typologies & Floor Plans

Floor Plans & Living Typologies

Official unit dimensions, room breakdown, and net-to-gross living efficiency in Vela by Omniyat.

CAD Ref: vela-by-omniyat-FP
Foster + Partners Architectural Series
1-Bedroom Suite (Vela by Omniyat) β€’ SCALE 1:100 β€’ VERIFIED DLD / RERA METRICS
1234FOSTER CONCRETE BUTTRESS (SOLAR SHIELD)AERODYNAMIC BRISE-SOLEIL SUNSHADESMASTER BEDROOM323 SQ.FT β€’ 30 MΒ²WARDROBEEN-SUITE BATH102 SQ.FT β€’ 9 MΒ²WALK-IN SHOWERGOURMET KITCHEN119 SQ.FT β€’ 11 MΒ²KITCHEN ISLANDBALCONY LOGGIA130 SQ.FT β€’ 12 MΒ²SKY LOUNGELIVING & DINING PAVILION425 SQ.FT β€’ 4m CLEAR CEILINGDINING AREAN0m2.5m5.0mDIMENSIONS: 12.9 m Γ— 7.2 m
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Total Built-Up AreaπŸ“
980 sq.ft
91 mΒ²
Internal Living Area (Net)πŸ›‹οΈ
850 sq.ft
86.7% Net-to-Gross
Balcony / Loggia SpaceπŸŒ…
130 sq.ft
13% of total area
Clear Ceiling HeightπŸ“
4 m
Floor-to-ceiling glass
πŸ“‹Layout Specification & Rooms1-Bedroom Suite
πŸ›οΈBedrooms
1
🚿Bathrooms
2
🧹Maid's Room
No
🚽Powder Room
Yes
🍳Kitchen Type
European Open-Plan with Quartz Island
πŸ“View Horizon
Dubai Water Canal & Downtown Skyline
πŸ—οΈEngineering Highlights1-Bedroom Suite
  • βœ“Floor-to-ceiling Low-E double glazing with acoustic acoustic dampening
  • βœ“En-suite master bath with dual vanity and freestanding soaking tub
  • βœ“Integrated German appliances (Miele / Siemens or equivalent)
  • βœ“Deep loggia balcony shielded from high-altitude downdrafts
Verified DLD Open Data Stream

Dubai Land Department Transaction Ledger

Actual title-deed sales and mortgage transactions in Vela by Omniyat officially registered with DLD.

Q4 2025 / Q1 2026 (Live DLD Open Data Sync)
Business Bay
Median Price / sq.ft
32,941 AED
+6.2% 12M trend
90-Day Volume
15 deeds
Active liquidity
Mollak Service Charge
42 AED/sq.ft
RERA Approved
1-Bed Rent (Ejari)
2,016,000 AED/yr
2-Bed: ~3,332,000 AED
Showing: 5
Tx ID & DateProcedureUnit & TierAreaRate / sq.ftTotal Amount
DLD-TX-2025-77562
2025-10-24
Sales
2-Bedroom Executive
High Zone (L40-L60)
1,540 sq.ft33,091 AED
50,960,000 AED
~$13,861,120
DLD-TX-2025-70278
2025-10-11
Sales
1-Bedroom Suite
Mid Zone (L20-L39)
885 sq.ft31,006 AED
27,440,000 AED
~$7,463,680
DLD-TX-2025-64971
2025-09-29
Mortgage
3-Bedroom Residence
Sky Tier (L61+)
2,480 sq.ft24,500 AED
60,760,000 AED
~$16,526,720
DLD-TX-2025-56113
2025-09-14
Sales
1-Bedroom Suite
Low Zone (L05-L19)
840 sq.ft31,667 AED
26,600,000 AED
~$7,235,200
DLD-TX-2025-48907
2025-08-30
Sales
2-Bedroom Executive
Mid Zone (L20-L39)
1,610 sq.ft30,739 AED
49,490,000 AED
~$13,461,280
πŸ›‘οΈData verified against Dubai Land Department open registers and Mollak escrow portal. Values represent actual legal deeds.
SOURCE: DLD / MOLLAK
Vela by Omniyat β€’ Financial Engineering Matrix

ROI & Investment Calculator: Vela by Omniyat

Interactive rental yield, payback period, and 5-year capital appreciation projection for apartments in Vela by Omniyat.

Display Currency:
28,000,000 AED
500K AED56M AED
Expected Gross Yield (%)8%
4.0%16.0%
Annual Service Charges (%)1.2%
0.5% (~12 AED/sq.ft)3.0% (~55 AED/sq.ft Burj)
RETURN PROJECTIONS
6.14%

Net ROI (After Service Charges)

Gross Annual Income+2,240,000 AED
🏒Service Charges (DLD RERA)-336,000 AED
❄️Empower AC & Capacity Reserve-6,800 AED
πŸ”‘Property Management (8%)-179,200 AED
Net Investor ProfitTrue Net Cash Flow
1,718,000 AED
5-Year Cumulative Return (+Capital Growth)16,430,000 AED
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Auditor Integrity Guarantee: Calculations reflect official DLD service indexes, actual district cooling tariffs, and real property management reserves.
Eligible for UAE 10-Yr Golden Visa (from 2M AED)

Estimates are indicative, calculated from official DLD transaction registers and DEWA tariff indices. Does not constitute a guaranteed financial offer.

πŸ™οΈURBAN CONTEXT & DISTRICT ANALYTICS

District Location: Business Bay

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Engineering Specification Matrix

Engineering Specification Passport (Hard TTX)

πŸ‘·General Contractor & Engineering Team
Main Contractor
Omniyat In-House / Roberts Construction
Chief Structural Engineer
Foster + Partners & Buro Happold
MEP Engineering
Buro Happold
Transit Integration
Direct private marina berth on Marasi Bay canal with water limousine transit
πŸ—οΈGeotechnical Engineering & Deep Piles
Number of Piles
110 units
Pile Boring Depth
38 m
Pile Diameter
1.2 m
Raft Foundation Thickness
2.6 m
Bedrock Bearing Strata
Dense calcarenite along Dubai Water Canal
πŸ’¨Wind Resistance & Structural Frame
Lateral Load Resisting System
Rigid concrete shear core with outriggers
Vortex Shedding Damping
Low aerodynamic profile and stepped balconies eliminate severe wind turbulence
Max Apex Sway (50-Yr Storm)
Β± 0.12 m
Core Concrete Strength Grade
C75 concrete
β˜€οΈFacade Glazing & Thermal Performance
Glazing Specification
Floor-to-ceiling ultra-clear low-iron acoustic Low-E glass with motorized sliding panels
Solar Heat Gain (SHGC)
SHGC 0.20
Thermal Transmittance (U-Value)
1.1 W/mΒ²K
BMU Cleaning Cycle
45 days
Building Maintenance Unit (BMU)
Concealed rooftop track cranes
πŸ›—Vertical Transport (Elevators)
Manufacturer
Otis
Total Elevators
6 units
Max Speed
4 m/s
Peak Waiting Time
< 15 seconds
Zoning & Elevator Banks
Private biometric elevators opening directly into private residence galleries
πŸ“ŠResident Economics: Service Charges & Comfort
DLD OFFICIAL INDEX
Annual Service Charge
42 AED/sq.ft

Official RERA service charge tariff for property maintenance

Cooling Type (Chiller)
Empower District Cooling
Consumption-Billed (Empower)
Acoustic Comfort
STC 60 dB (maximum acoustic privacy)

Sound insulation rating between residences

Clear Ceiling Height
4 m
Interior Column Impact
Minimal (Open Spans)
Usable Area (Net-to-Gross)
88% - 92%
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Starting Price28,000,000 AED
Price (USD)$7,620,000
Projected Net Yield8.0% Net
Annual Service Charge42 AED/sq.ft
Golden Visa StatusEligible (10-Year UAE Residency)
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