UAE-based Shaikhani Group has announced the launch of the first phase of Gardenia Residency, a Dh220-million ($60 million) luxurious residential project located at Jumeirah Village Circle in the emirate of Dubai.

The project aims to make a definitive statement in opulence and luxury as it offers residents a metropolitan sophistication coupled with Mediterranean allure, said a statement from Shaikhani Group.

Designed by Dimensions Engineering Consultants, the Gardenia Residency is a project grand in scale, with 133 units, offering a mix of studios, chic loft-style apartments, exclusive townhouse, one-, two- and three-bedroom serviced signature suites, furnished with designer interiors offering modern amenities and beautiful landscaping, it stated.

Speaking at the launch, Mahmood Shaikhani, the group's managing director, said: "Gardenia Residency is our tribute to luxurious living. It has been created for a discerning audience that aspires to live in a planned community with all the modern facilities."

"It brings together quality construction blended with the best amenities to give our customers a home in a residential project that is the finest in Jumeirah Village Circle," he stated.

The development will also have restaurants, spas, cafes to complement the plush lifestyle it offers, he added.

With announcements of an additional Dh2 billion ($544 million) in projects, the group is certainly investing big in Dubai and its future. With the plans still under wraps, it will be exciting to see the vision turn into reality, said the developer.

“Our Gardenia project, with its stuccoed walls, tiled roofs, rustic arches, expansive balconies and lush surroundings will transport you to the rustic shores of the Mediterranean. It is our vision to provide our customers with the best in amenities, luxuries and ambience creating distinctive experiences celebrating life,” remarked Shaikhani.

According to him, the response thus far has been very positive.

"The interest we have received for the project is very encouraging. There is talk of demand in the real estate sector slowing, however our experience with this is quite the opposite and this has encouraged us to unveil a bold vision for Dubai which we believe is the Global City of the future," he added.-TradeArabia News Service