Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) is a premier waterfront residential community located along the Arabian Gulf in Dubai Marina. Developed by Dubai Properties, part of Dubai Holding, JBR was launched in 2002 and opened in 2008 at a cost of AED 6 billion (USD 1.6 billion). Spanning 18.3 million square feet, JBR is known for landmarks like The Beach and The Walk.

Key Features

1. Development and Design:

   - Developer: Dubai Properties

   - Management: London-based Mace Group

   - Architect: Arif & Bintoak

   - Construction Workforce: 95% foreign workforce, materials 80% imported

   - Launch and Completion: Launched in 2002, opened in 2008

2. Community Layout:

   - Residential Blocks: Murjan, Sadaf, Bahar, Rimal, Amwaj, Shams

   - Towers: Over 40 hotel and residential towers, up to 46 storeys

   - Units: Approximately 7,000 units accommodating around 15,000 people

   - Record-Breaking: Largest residential quarter and single-phased mixed-use development in the world

3. Residential Options:

   - Units Available: Studios, 1-4 bedroom apartments, penthouses

   - Views: Panoramic sea, neighborhood, and Ain Dubai views

   - Design: Mediterranean and Arab-inspired architecture

   - Furnishing: Many units are furnished and serviced

4. Amenities and Facilities:

   - Lifestyle: Beach access, retail stores, restaurants, cafes

   - Recreation: Swimming pools, high-tech gyms, beauty salons

   - Services: Service centers, premium five-star hotels

   - Entertainment: Designer outlets, cinema, restaurants, bars

JBR is highly popular among young families and singles, offering a vibrant beach lifestyle and a wide array of modern amenities and leisure options.