Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2025 - TBC
Richmind
Oystra
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Located on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, Oystra is a 128,000m2 seafront development of 950 one-to four-bedroom apartments, duplexes, penthouses, and waterfront villas, together with extensive shopping, dining and leisure amenities.
Ras Al Khaimah is one of UAE’s fastest-growing emirates with its population projected to grow 55% by 2030, requiring an additional 45,000 homes to meet future demand. Ras Al Khaimah’s tourism sector is also experiencing record growth, with the emirate anticipated to welcome 3.5 million tourists a year by 2030, increasing from 100,000 visitors in 2013.
Extending 4.5 kilometres into the Arabian Sea with 23 kilometres of coastline including 7.8 kilometres of white sand beaches, Al Marjan Island’s infrastructure is being developed as a leading destination within the UAE. Incorporating parks, marinas, wellness centres and entertainment hubs, the island is situated 25 minutes from Ras Al Khaimah Airport and 45 minutes from Dubai International Airport.
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Designed by ZHA to give more than 75% of its apartments unobstructed views of the sea, the development’s fluid geometries incorporate large balconies and terraces shaped to echo the rippled patterns carved by waves in sand. These balconies serve as seamless extensions of each apartment’s living space while also shading the interiors from direct sunlight.
Oystra’s sculptural 20-storey waterfront towers are set within its 42,000m2 site of landscaped gardens, courtyards, swimming pools and beach club overlooking the bay, while the rooftop restaurant and 360° infinity pool give panoramic views of Al Marjan Island and the Arabian Sea.
The development connects directly with Al Marjan Island’s tree-lined coastal promenade, giving residents direct pedestrian access throughout the island via this sheltered shoreline walkway cooled by the prevailing north-westerly winds blowing inland from the sea.
Environmental simulations maximised efficiencies in site conditions, structure, and orientation, while digital mapping analysis optimised the design’s external solar shading and enhanced natural ventilation. The development will integrate seawater-based cooling and an insulating cavity between the building envelope and the project’s façades exposed to direct sunlight. These strategies will reduce energy demand for cooling while enhancing interior comfort in Ras Al Khaimah’s arid climate.
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