Damac Lagoons project in Dubai adds Venice and Malta clusters

Damac Properties is launching two more clusters at its water-inspired Lagoons development in Dubai.

The new communities — Venice and Malta — follow other clusters such as Santorini, Costa Brava, Nice and Portofino in being themed on locations by the Mediterranean Sea.

Villas and townhouses will be built around "extravagantly large pristine water lagoons with white sanded beaches", Damac said in a statement.

The Malta cluster presents an exquisite collection of middle and corner villas in 4 and 5-bedroom configurations, with 2 and 3 levels respectively and will feature learning-based amenities including a Building Blocks pavilion, where children can build their own giant houses, and a virtual reality park. A floating flower market will feature colourful boats lined up in the lagoon.

The Venice cluster will feature gondola rides, arching bridges over canals and waterside cafes. A clubhouse will be equipped with a luxury spa and a fine-dining restaurant and bar.

The community concept has been enhanced "so that it feels like residents are on a permanent vacation", said Niall McLoughlin, senior vice president at Damac.