ARIB Developments

## ARIB Developments — Arabic Excellence, International Standards in UAE Real Estate | Attribute | Detail | |---|---| | Developer | ARIB Developments | | Headquarters | Dubai, United Arab Emirates | | Name Meaning | "ARIB" — Arabic for skilled, expert, experienced, versatile | | Market Segment | Residential and mixed-use development — mid-to-premium | | Development Philosophy | Skilled execution, expert quality control, investor-aligned returns | | Regulatory Status | RERA-registered, Dubai Land Department approved | | Target Buyers | UAE residents, GCC nationals, international investors | | Core Locations | Dubai and UAE freehold residential zones | ### ARIB Developments — Skilled by Name, Expert by Nature "ARIB" — from the Arabic root meaning skilled, expert, experienced, and versatile — names a developer whose entire identity is anchored in the fundamental quality of real estate development: technical and managerial expertise. In a market where marketing often overshadows substance, ARIB Developments leads with skill: the skill to identify compelling development sites, the expertise to execute construction to genuinely high standards, the experience to navigate UAE's regulatory environment efficiently, and the versatility to serve diverse buyer segments across multiple project typologies. ARIB's founding team combines UAE real estate development management, structural engineering, and international investment backgrounds — a combination that allows the group to simultaneously evaluate development opportunities with investment rigour and execute them with construction precision. The name's Arabic roots also signal ARIB's connection to the Gulf and MENA buyer community — the group's bilingual Arabic-English service model and cultural alignment with GCC buyer expectations are deliberate and valued differentiators. Within Dubai's competitive development landscape, ARIB has carved out a reputation for projects that deliver precisely what their marketing promises — a straightforward commitment that remains, disappointingly, unusual in the market. ARIB buildings arrive at handover looking and performing as specified, with the acoustic isolation, waterproofing integrity, and finish quality that buyers were shown in the specification sheets, not a value-engineered approximation. ### Development Expertise — The ARIB Core Skills **Site Identification and Acquisition** ARIB's site acquisition team applies a proprietary scoring model to evaluate potential development sites across six dimensions: - Location fundamentals (employment proximity, school catchment, transport connectivity) - Planning context (permitted development, height, GFA allowances) - Infrastructure provision (DEWA connection, district cooling, broadband) - Market context (comparable rental yields, capital appreciation trajectory) - Development cost (land cost, construction cost, financing) - Exit strategy (target buyer pool, payment plan appetite, absorption rate) Sites scoring above threshold on all six dimensions are pursued. Those failing on any single dimension — regardless of other scores — are declined. This disciplined approach means ARIB's development pipeline is smaller than competitors' but consistently more commercially robust. **Project Management Excellence** ARIB's construction management approach applies international PM best practice: - RIBA work stage programme milestones (aligned with IFC standards) - Critical path analysis updated monthly; float management to protect key milestones - Monthly earned value analysis (EV) tracking cost performance against programme progress - Risk register maintained and reviewed by senior management at monthly project board meetings - Subcontractor performance review protocol — underperforming subcontractors addressed before programme impact becomes critical **Quality Assurance** ARIB's QA programme runs independently of the construction team — the QA Director reports to the CEO, not the construction director: - Independent structural engineer peer review at design stage - Third-party materials testing laboratory for concrete, steel, and waterproofing - Independent construction monitoring firm employed throughout construction - Pre-handover snagging with independent snagging specialist - Handover documentation including test results (acoustic, waterproofing, MEP) ### Project Portfolio **ARIB Residences — JVC** The flagship residential series — G+15 to G+22 apartment buildings in Jumeirah Village Circle targeting the professional 1BR and 2BR market. ARIB Residences buildings are characterised by efficient, light-filled floor plans, excellent acoustic performance, and amenity decks designed for genuine use rather than marketing renders. **ARIB Premium — Business Bay** Boutique premium developments in Business Bay with canal-facing orientations where possible. Enhanced specification packages, expanded amenity decks, and 24/7 concierge management characterise the Premium series. **ARIB Families — Dubai South and Dubailand** Family-oriented developments with 2BR and 3BR unit focus in communities with school proximity, park access, and community amenity appropriate for families with children. ### Interior Specification **Standard — ARIB Residences:** - 1,000×600mm large-format rectified porcelain throughout - Engineered oak (10mm × 120mm plank, floating) in all bedrooms - Kitchen: Handleless cabinetry with Blum Servo-Drive; 28mm quartz worktop; Bosch/Siemens integrated appliances - Master bathroom: Grohe Grohtherm thermostatic shower; Duravit wall-hung WC; floor-to-ceiling porcelain; Nuheat underfloor heating - Smart home: Lutron lighting; smart thermostat; video intercom + mobile app - Built-in wardrobe joinery in all bedrooms **Premium — ARIB Premium:** - Calacatta marble or 1,200×600mm bookmatched stone throughout - Kitchen: Custom Italian joinery; 30mm quartz; Miele integrated suite - Master bathroom: Freestanding stone-resin bath; Hansgrohe Axor thermostatic; heated floor - Crestron smart home: lighting, climate, blinds, security ### Acoustic Standards — ARIB STC 55 Commitment ARIB targets STC 55+ across all residential projects — with independent verification: - Dual-leaf blockwork party walls with 60mm Rockwool cavity — STC 57+ - 22mm Regupol acoustic mat beneath 65mm floating screed — Impact Ln,w ≤ 48dB - Resilient channel double plasterboard ceilings - 8/16Ar/6mm low-E double glazed, thermally broken — Rw 38+ - Post-construction acoustic testing by independent consultant; results in handover documentation ### Amenity Deck | Amenity | ARIB Residences | ARIB Premium | |---|---|---| | Pool | 22m heated | 25m infinity | | Gym | Technogym 220sqm, sauna | Technogym Artis 300sqm, sauna + steam | | Yoga | 50sqm studio | 65sqm, monthly classes | | Co-Working | 15 seats, 1Gbps | 20 seats, private boardroom | | Rooftop Terrace | BBQ pavilion, city views | Sky terrace, fire table, chef kitchen | | Children's Zone | Outdoor ASTM play | Indoor/outdoor, STEM room | | Concierge | 14-hour staffed | 24/7 lifestyle | | Prayer Room | Male/female | Male/female enhanced | ### Drive Times — ARIB Project Zones | Destination | Drive Time | |---|---| | Downtown Dubai | 15–20 min from JVC | | Mall of the Emirates | 8–14 min from JVC | | Dubai Marina | 10–15 min from JVC | | DIFC | 15–22 min from JVC; 10 min from Business Bay | | Dubai International Airport | 22–30 min | | Al Maktoum Airport | 18–25 min from Dubai South | | Abu Dhabi | 80 min | ### Investment Returns | Metric | ARIB Target | JVC Market | |---|---|---| | Gross Yield (1BR) | 8.5–10.5% | 7.5–9.5% | | Gross Yield (2BR) | 7.5–9.5% | 7.0–8.5% | | 5-Year Capital Appreciation | 40–60% | 35–55% | | Occupancy (stabilised) | 91–95% | 86–93% | ### Sustainability ARIB Developments targets LEED Silver / Al Sa'fat Silver across its portfolio: - High-performance glazing: SHGC ≤ 0.28; low-E coating on all primary glazing - VRF air conditioning with individual unit energy metering - LED + DALI throughout common areas - EV charging at 100% of bays; CCS + Type 2 compatible - Solar PV: 200–280kWp; 18–25% common area electricity generation - Water: WaterSense-equivalent low-flow fittings; 40% reduction; drip irrigation with native species - Construction waste: 70%+ recycling by weight ### Arabic-Language and GCC Buyer Services ARIB Developments' Arabic-language competency and GCC market knowledge provide specific services for Gulf national buyers: - Full Arabic-language sales process and documentation - Prayer room provision in all buildings — male and female, qibla-oriented, well-maintained - Sharia-compliant financing coordination (Emirates Islamic, ADIB, DIB, Kuwait Finance House) - GCC national Golden Visa eligibility coordination - Majlis or community room provision sized for family gatherings and social hosting ### FAQ — ARIB Developments **Q: What does "ARIB" mean and how does it define the company?** A: "ARIB" is Arabic for skilled, expert, experienced, and versatile — qualities that define ARIB's development approach. The name commits the company to genuine technical and managerial expertise rather than marketing excellence alone. **Q: Does ARIB provide acoustic test results to buyers?** A: Yes — independent acoustic testing at STC and Ln,w level is conducted post-construction on representative assemblies. Results are provided in handover documentation. **Q: How does ARIB handle the pre-handover period?** A: Third-party snagging consultant conducts a minimum 10-day inspection per unit. All identified snag items are completed before the handover offer is made. **Q: Are Golden Visa benefits available on ARIB properties?** A: Properties at AED 2M+ qualify for the UAE 10-year Golden Visa. ARIB's bilingual sales team coordinates with approved visa processing providers. **Q: What is the service charge?** A: AED 13–17 per sqft annually (RERA-registered, audited). Capital expenditure reserves built in from year one. **Q: Does ARIB offer Sharia-compliant financing?** A: Yes — Murabaha and Ijara products from ARIB's Islamic banking partners. The group's Arabic-language capability makes this process genuinely accessible for GCC national buyers. ARIB Developments — skilled by name, expert by nature, and expert in delivery. For UAE residents and GCC investors who demand both technical competence and cultural understanding from their property developer, ARIB's Arabic-rooted expertise and international construction standards create the ideal development partnership in one of the world's most dynamic real estate markets.