SOMA Residences by Origami at Dubai Islands, Dubai

Origami | Dubai Islands

Wellness, Woven into Island Living

SOMA Residences by Origami is a design-led coastal residential development located at Dubai Islands. Inspired by Mediterranean living, the project introduces an intimate low-rise collection of 44 residences shaped around sunlight, open spaces, wellness and relaxed waterfront living. With architecture that follows the coastline, generous balconies, three-metre ceilings and interiors by XBD Collective, SOMA Residences offers a warmer and more considered way to experience contemporary Dubai life.

The name SOMA is drawn from the Greek word for the body, the physical form that experiences and inhabits the world. It reflects a design approach in which light, air and the sensory quality of materials are treated as primary considerations rather than afterthoughts. The building is enrolled to pursue WELL Gold Certification, underlining its commitment to homes that actively support the wellbeing of the people who live in them.

SOMA Residences was introduced in 2026 with prices from AED 1.67 million, a 50/50 payment plan and completion anticipated in Q3 2028. With a limited collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments and three-bedroom duplexes, it presents a boutique freehold opportunity within one of Dubai’s most significant new coastal masterplans.

Project Highlights

A Boutique Coastal Collection of 44 Residences

Residences

Where the Mediterranean Meets Dubai

SOMA Residences introduces a different pace of living at Dubai Islands, where the focus shifts from the skyline to the coastline. The project brings together design-led homes, generous outdoor spaces and a lifestyle shaped by openness, connection and ease. It is designed for residents who want mornings by the water, afternoons outdoors and evenings that feel calm, social and unhurried.

The collection comprises 17 one-bedroom apartments, 18 two-bedroom residences and nine three-bedroom homes, including a limited number of three-bedroom duplexes with double-height living spaces. Apartments range from 848 to 1,607 sq ft, while the duplex residences extend to 2,355 sq ft, offering a more villa-like format within a low-rise setting.

Interiors designed by XBD Collective draw inspiration from contemporary European living. Oak tones, tactile stone, soft palettes and restrained detailing create homes that feel effortless rather than overdesigned. Floor-to-ceiling glazing and expansive balconies bring the horizon into daily life, while three-metre ceilings give each home a generous sense of space and acoustic glazing keeps the city outside. Kitchens are finished with porcelain surfaces, warm timber cabinetry and integrated Bosch appliances, and bathrooms feature stone textures with fittings by Geberit, Grohe and Zucchetti.

Amenities and Lifestyle

Premium Amenities at SOMA Residences

The amenity collection is arranged across a dedicated first-floor level and the rooftop, transforming the highest point of the building into its most social space. A 20-metre infinity pool runs towards the sea, framed by shaded loungers and soft landscaping, while the sunken lounge gathers residents around an open fire pit, sheltered by layered planting on every side.

The clubhouse has the atmosphere of a members’ club, with a café and co-working space designed around the way people work today. Wellness is woven through the building: a bright Technogym fitness centre with sea views, a yoga and movement studio with its own terrace, a private treatment room, and sauna and steam rooms. Above it all, the rooftop lounge and padel court sit open to the sea and sky.

Location and Connectivity

SOMA Residences at Dubai Islands, Dubai

SOMA Residences is located at Dubai Islands, the Nakheel master community set along the Deira coastline. The development follows Origami’s belief that the spaces we live in shape how we feel: set within an intimate low-rise environment, SOMA offers a boutique scale rarely found in Dubai, keeping residents close to marinas, beaches, golf courses, cafés, retail and major city destinations.

Despite its island setting, the project is remarkably connected. Dubai International Airport is approximately eight minutes away, the Dubai International Financial Centre around twelve minutes, and Downtown Dubai and Dubai Mall approximately thirteen minutes, the rare luxury of feeling away, without ever being far from anything.

Floor Plan

SOMA Residences Floor Plans and Home Types

The SOMA Residences collection includes 17 one-bedroom apartments, 18 two-bedroom residences and nine three-bedroom homes, among them a limited number of three-bedroom duplex residences. Apartments range from 848 to 1,607 sq ft, while the duplexes measure 2,355 sq ft and feature double-height living spaces with bedrooms arranged upstairs, everything that defines SOMA, with a little more space around it.

Every layout is quietly considered: generous where life happens, efficient where it does not. Three-metre ceilings, floor-to-ceiling glazing, acoustic glazing and expansive balconies are standard across the collection. Buyers should request the detailed floor plan pack from the developer’s sales team to confirm individual unit areas, layouts and positions within the building.

Master Plan

A Low-Rise Building Within the Dubai Islands Masterplan

The architecture of SOMA is shaped by its setting. Its low-rise silhouette follows the coastline rather than competing with it, while soft sculptural forms, sun-bleached stone, sand tones and weathered timber create a warm Mediterranean character. The building is arranged over a basement, ground floor and podium, with six residential floors and a rooftop level dedicated to social and leisure spaces.

Beyond the building, the Dubai Islands masterplan, five interconnected islands master developed by Nakheel, offers 21 kilometres of beaches, nine marinas, 87 resorts and hotels and two golf courses, alongside waterfront promenades, retail and dining. SOMA’s intimate scale gives residents a private, community-minded home within a destination that continues to take shape as one of Dubai’s principal coastal districts.

Pricing and Payment Plan

SOMA Residences Price and Payment Plan

Residences at SOMA were released from AED 1.67 million, positioning the project as an accessible entry point into Dubai Islands’ current supply of design-led coastal homes. The payment structure is a balanced 50/50 plan: 20% on booking, 30% across three construction instalments and the remaining 50% on handover in Q3 2028. Buyers committing a larger share upfront can benefit from early-payment discounts, 4% with a 40% down payment and 8% with a 50% down payment, subject to the developer’s terms at the time of booking.

Under the standard plan, the construction-linked 30% is payable in three instalments of 10%. Final prices vary by residence type, size, floor and view, and buyers should confirm the full price list, booking requirements and instalment dates in the developer’s official sales documentation.

Investment Perspective

Why SOMA Residences Stands Out

SOMA Residences stands out for its rare combination of boutique scale, coastal location, design-led architecture, wellness planning and strong connectivity. Dubai Islands offers 21 kilometres of pristine beaches, nine marinas, 87 resorts and hotels and two golf courses, creating a powerful lifestyle setting for both residents and investors.

Scarcity underpins the proposition: with only 44 residences, SOMA will remain one of the smallest and most private collections on Dubai Islands, a positioning that can support both rental demand and long-term value as the masterplan matures. A starting price of AED 1.67 million places the project at the more accessible end of the island’s new supply, while the Q3 2028 handover offers a comparatively near-term completion horizon. Residences priced at AED 2 million and above can also support eligibility for the UAE’s 10-year Golden Visa, subject to the applicable criteria.

With interiors by XBD Collective, WELL Gold enrolment, rooftop social spaces and a full lifestyle amenity level, SOMA offers a more intimate and human way to live in Dubai Islands. It is designed for buyers who want the feeling of a coastal retreat without leaving the city behind. As with any off-plan purchase, buyers should review the final specifications, service charges and payment schedule before committing, as future rental demand and capital appreciation are not guaranteed.

Frequently Asked Questions

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