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Trade Arabia
26-05-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
DMCC, Ellington Properties break ground on Mercer House
DMCC, the leading international business district that drives the flow of global trade through Dubai, and Ellington Properties, Dubai's design-led boutique developer, have broken ground on Mercer House, an iconic upscale residential development anchoring Uptown Dubai's status as a global lifestyle destination. The mixed-use development will comprise two elegant towers rising 34 and 41 storeys, featuring a range of premium property types designed to suit diverse lifestyles, including studios, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments as well as luxurious penthouses, said DMCC in a statement. Mercer House will offer a unique blend of lifestyle, wellness and community living, featuring premium retail and F&B outlets, as well as an exclusive urban beach club with natural sand, delivering a truly elevated residential experience in one of Dubai's most strategically positioned districts. Residents will enjoy access to a wide array of amenities, including a grand lobby, multi-sports facility, family pool, kids' play area, games room, fitness studio, scenic sauna, ice room, and an exclusive clubhouse, all designed to foster wellbeing, recreation, and community interaction, it stated. Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, DMCC, said: "This groundbreaking marks a major milestone in our vision to transform Uptown Dubai into a world-class lifestyle destination." "Rising across two towers of 34 and 41 residential floors, Mercer House will feature a diverse range of residences – from stylish studios and one- to three-bedroom apartments to expansive penthouses – alongside standout and unique amenities including an urban beach club, premium retail, and wellness spaces designed for vibrant and healthy community living," he stated. "As development accelerates, Uptown Dubai is setting the benchmark for integrated city living, connecting residents, businesses, and visitors through world-class infrastructure and a vibrant community environment," he added. Joseph Thomas, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Ellington Properties, said: "At Ellington, we design more than buildings – we create spaces that elevate everyday living through thoughtful design and community-centric experiences." "Mercer House represents our boldest vision yet: a landmark that reflects the evolving aspirations of modern residents in one of Dubai's most dynamic districts. Through our collaboration with DMCC, we are not just building homes – we're helping shape a lifestyle destination defined by quality, wellbeing, and connection," he added. Mercer House is located at the heart of the Uptown Dubai masterplan and will play a key role in reinforcing its reputation as a global business and lifestyle destination. Developed by Ellington Properties in collaboration with DMCC, the project combines its strategic vision for urban development with Ellington's signature approach to design-led, lifestyle-focused living. The development aligns with DMCC's strategic mission to attract leading international businesses and top talent to Dubai not only through world-class commercial infrastructure, but also by creating exceptional residential environments designed for modern, connected living, it added. The groundbreaking of Mercer House marks a key milestone in the transformation of Uptown Dubai into a benchmark for integrated city living, bringing together world-class infrastructure, vibrant community spaces, and modern residential offerings.


Al Bawaba
26-05-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
DMCC And Ellington Properties Break Ground On Award-winning Mercer House In Uptown Dubai
DMCC, the leading international business district that drives the flow of global trade through Dubai, and Ellington Properties, Dubai's award-winning design-led boutique developer, have broken ground on Mercer House, an iconic upscale residential development anchoring Uptown Dubai's status as a global lifestyle destination. The mixed-use development will comprise two elegant towers rising 34 and 41 storeys, featuring a range of premium property types designed to suit diverse lifestyles, including studios, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments as well as luxurious penthouses. Mercer House will offer a unique blend of lifestyle, wellness and community living, featuring premium retail and F&B outlets, as well as an exclusive urban beach club with natural sand, delivering a truly elevated residential experience in one of Dubai's most strategically positioned districts. Residents will enjoy access to a wide array of amenities, including a grand lobby, multi-sports facility, family pool, kids' play area, games room, fitness studio, scenic sauna, ice room, and an exclusive clubhouse, all designed to foster wellbeing, recreation, and community interaction. Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, DMCC, said: 'This groundbreaking marks a major milestone in our vision to transform Uptown Dubai into a world-class lifestyle destination. Rising across two towers of 34 and 41 residential floors, Mercer House will feature a diverse range of residences – from stylish studios and one- to three-bedroom apartments to expansive penthouses – alongside standout and unique amenities including an urban beach club, premium retail, and wellness spaces designed for vibrant and healthy community living. As development accelerates, Uptown Dubai is setting the benchmark for integrated city living, connecting residents, businesses, and visitors through world-class infrastructure and a vibrant community environment.' Joseph Thomas, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Ellington Properties, added: 'At Ellington, we design more than buildings – we create spaces that elevate everyday living through thoughtful design and community-centric experiences. Mercer House represents our boldest vision yet: a landmark that reflects the evolving aspirations of modern residents in one of Dubai's most dynamic districts. Through our collaboration with DMCC, we are not just building homes – we're helping shape a lifestyle destination defined by quality, wellbeing, and connection.' Mercer House is located at the heart of the Uptown Dubai masterplan and will play a key role in reinforcing its reputation as a global business and lifestyle destination. Developed by Ellington Properties in collaboration with DMCC, the project combines DMCC's strategic vision for urban development with Ellington's signature approach to design-led, lifestyle-focused living. The development aligns with DMCC's strategic mission to attract leading international businesses and top talent to Dubai not only through world-class commercial infrastructure, but also by creating exceptional residential environments designed for modern, connected living. The groundbreaking of Mercer House marks a key milestone in the transformation of Uptown Dubai into a benchmark for integrated city living, bringing together world-class infrastructure, vibrant community spaces, and modern residential offerings. Mercer House was recently honoured at the International Property Awards, earning top recognition in the Mixed-Use Development category and reinforcing its excellence in design and innovation.


Trade Arabia
08-05-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
DMCC awards main works contract for Uptown Dubai's next phase
DMCC, a leading international business district that drives the flow of global trade through Dubai, has appointed Ali & Sons Contracting Company to spearhead the second phase of Uptown Dubai's transformative development. As a leading regional urban development contractor, Ali & Sons Contracting has been awarded the main construction contract to bring this next phase to life following the successful completion of the enabling works, DMCC said. Seamlessly connected to the iconic Uptown Tower by a new link bridge, the development will see two new state-of-the-art commercial towers offering a combined 62,000 sq m of Grade A commercial and retail space, delivering amenities and accessibility in line with DMCC's dynamic urban destination. The new towers will exemplify a modern architectural design, with both structures built to LEED Gold standards. This ensures the highest levels of energy efficiency as well as the use of environmentally responsible materials and technologies, underscoring DMCC's commitment to sustainable urban development in line with Dubai's broader sustainability agenda. Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, DMCC, said: 'The next phase of Uptown Dubai marks a defining moment in the district's evolution. With 62,000 sq m of premium Grade A office and retail space across two landmark towers, we are responding proactively to the growing demand from global businesses seeking a world-class destination in Dubai. Seamlessly connected by a new link bridge and elevated by exceptional F&B and retail offerings, this development will deliver an integrated, future-ready environment for work, leisure, and lifestyle. Our collaboration with Ali & Sons Contracting underscores DMCC's unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable urban development – setting a new benchmark not only for Dubai, but for the region as a whole.' Ali & Sons Contracting will deliver the project using leading industry standards for health, safety and wellbeing, using technology and innovation such as drone surveying, off-site prefabrication and 3D planning software to achieve the highest quality construction. Shamis Ali bin Khalfan Al Dhaheri, Vice Chairman and Group Managing Director, Ali & Sons Holding, said: 'We are proud to have been awarded the contract for the next phase of Uptown Dubai, a landmark development that is shaping the future of urban living in the region. This partnership with DMCC reflects a shared commitment to excellence and innovation. We look forward to bringing our expertise to this ambitious project, delivering on DMCC's vision and creating a world-class destination.'


Al Bawaba
08-05-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
DMCC Awards Main Works Contract For Uptown Dubai's Next Phase Including Two State-of-the-art Commercial Towers
DMCC, the leading international business district that drives the flow of global trade through Dubai, has announced the appointment of Ali & Sons Contracting Company – Sole Proprietorship LLC to spearhead the second phase of Uptown Dubai's transformative development. As a leading regional urban development contractor, Ali & Sons Contracting has been awarded the main construction contract to bring this next phase to life following the successful completion of the enabling works. Seamlessly connected to the iconic Uptown Tower by a new link bridge, the development will see two new state-of-the-art commercial towers offering a combined 62,000 square metres of Grade A commercial and retail space, delivering amenities and accessibility in line with DMCC's dynamic urban destination. The new towers will exemplify a modern architectural design, with both structures built to LEED Gold standards. This ensures the highest levels of energy efficiency as well as the use of environmentally responsible materials and technologies, underscoring DMCC's commitment to sustainable urban development in line with Dubai's broader sustainability agenda. Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, DMCC, said: 'The next phase of Uptown Dubai marks a defining moment in the district's evolution. With 62,000 square metres of premium Grade A office and retail space across two landmark towers, we are responding proactively to the growing demand from global businesses seeking a world-class destination in Dubai. Seamlessly connected by a new link bridge and elevated by exceptional F&B and retail offerings, this development will deliver an integrated, future-ready environment for work, leisure, and lifestyle. Our collaboration with Ali & Sons Contracting underscores DMCC's unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable urban development – setting a new benchmark not only for Dubai, but for the region as a whole.' Ali & Sons Contracting will deliver the project using leading industry standards for health, safety and wellbeing, using technology and innovation such as drone surveying, off-site prefabrication and 3D planning software to achieve the highest quality construction. Shamis Ali bin Khalfan Al Dhaheri, Vice Chairman and Group Managing Director, Ali & Sons Holding LLC, said: 'We are proud to have been awarded the contract for the next phase of Uptown Dubai, a landmark development that is shaping the future of urban living in the region. This partnership with DMCC reflects a shared commitment to excellence and innovation. We look forward to bringing our expertise to this ambitious project, delivering on DMCC's vision and creating a world-class destination.' Uptown Dubai continues to redefine urban living and working environments, positioning DMCC as a leader in creating thriving communities that integrate cutting-edge architecture with sustainability.


Arabian Business
07-05-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
DMCC advance Uptown Dubai with phase two construction contract
Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has appointed Ali & Sons Contracting Company – Sole Proprietorship to lead the second phase of the Uptown Dubai development project. The company will execute the main construction contract following the completion of enabling works for the project, which forms part of Dubai's international business district. DMCC advances Uptown development The development will feature two commercial towers connected to Uptown Tower via a new link bridge, the Emirates News Agency (WAM) said in a statement, adding that these structures will provide 62,000 square metres of Grade A commercial and retail space, designed to enhance the district's facilities and accessibility. 'The next phase of Uptown Dubai marks a defining moment in the district's evolution. Our collaboration with Ali & Sons Contracting underscores DMCC's unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable urban development – setting a new benchmark not only for Dubai, but for the region as a whole,' Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, DMCC said. The construction will adhere to industry standards for health, safety and well-being. Ali & Sons Contracting will employ technologies including drone surveying, off-site prefabrication and 3D planning software to maintain construction quality. 'This partnership with DMCC reflects a shared commitment to excellence and innovation. We look forward to bringing our expertise to this ambitious project, delivering on DMCC's vision and creating a world-class destination,' Shamis Ali bin Khalfan Al Dhaheri, Vice Chairman and Group Managing Director of Ali & Sons Holding LLC added.