New phases to add 557 villas as demand grows for premium homes in Dubai.
Dubai: Meraas has awarded Dh2.4 billion in construction contracts for new phases of its flagship villa communities, The Acres and The Acres Estates in Dubailand, as demand for larger homes continues to surge in the emirate.
The projects—part of Dubai Holding Real Estate—will deliver a total of 557 villas, ranging from three- to seven-bedroom homes, further expanding Dubai’s growing pipeline of premium residential developments, particularly in the villa segment.
The contracts have been split between United Engineering Construction, which will handle The Acres development, and GCC Contracting, which will lead construction at The Acres Estates.
The Acres will feature 371 villas with three to five bedrooms, along with supporting infrastructure such as roads, utilities and shared amenities. The Acres Estates, positioned as a more exclusive offering, will include 186 larger homes with five to seven bedrooms.
Khalid Al Malik, CEO of Dubai Holding Real Estate, said the scale of the investment reflects strong market fundamentals. “This award reflects both the strength of demand for premium villa communities in Dubai and our continued investment in meeting that demand with quality and distinction,” he said.
He added that the developments are designed to combine “nature, connectivity and long-term value,” highlighting a broader shift in buyer preferences towards integrated, community-focused living environments.
What’s in The Acres?
The Acres is planned as a nature-focused community built around Halo Loop Park—a central landscaped green space designed to anchor the development.
The Acres Estates expands on this concept with larger plots, more distinctive architectural designs and premium features, including landscaped waterfront areas and swimmable lagoons—man-made water bodies created for recreational use.
Contractors said the focus will be on maintaining quality and efficiency throughout delivery. “We are focused on efficient execution and maintaining the highest construction standards throughout the project lifecycle,” said Abdul Halim Muwahid.
Bipin Chandran, CEO of GCC Contracting, described The Acres Estates as a “high-specification residential development”, adding that the company would deliver it with the “precision and technical expertise required for projects of this calibre”.
Located in Dubailand, the community offers connectivity via Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street and Emirates Road, with access to major leisure and sports destinations such as Global Village, Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club and Hamdan Sports Complex—factors developers say enhance its long-term appeal for residents and investors alike.
