DAMAC Properties, a leading real estate developer, has commenced main construction works at its Dh508-million ($138.3 million) residential development at Dubai Marina.

Leading construction company Arabtec, which was awarded the main construction contract for Damac Heights, is now on site following the completion of enabling works by Zetas Foundation Technology.

Damac Heights will comprise one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, as well as duplexes and penthouses, and have views of the Palm Jumeirah.

The complex will incorporate five-star amenities including a temperature-controlled swimming pool, gymnasium, nursery, sauna, steam room and spa facilities.

“Damac Heights will be another shining jewel along the beachfront real estate band on Al Sufouh Road, Dubai Marina. This 2-km stretch of land is home to some of the most exclusive and luxurious residential properties ever constructed, and of these real estate gems, Damac Heights will shine the brightest,” said Niall McLoughlin, senior vice-president, Damac Properties.

“To impress in Dubai these days, developers are aware they need to go to the next level. It’s not enough to build a nice apartment building in a mediocre location. You have to build a phenomenal building, in a prestigious location with every conceivable modern convenience included. That’s what we are aiming to achieve with Damac Heights,” McLoughlin added.

Damac Heights will represent the second partnership between Arabtec and Damac Properties at Dubai Marina. It follows the completion of the award-winning 84-storey residential tower ‘Ocean Heights’ last year.

Riad Kamal, chief executive of Arabtec Holding, said: “We have had a long and successful partnership with Damac Properties. The stunning Ocean Heights development is a testament to the strength of our relationship.”