SOMA Residences by Origami Development is a boutique coastal community on Dubai Islands that introduces a more considered way of living — one defined by light, connection, and a genuine sense of place. With just 44 homes across a low-rise setting, SOMA offers an intimate residential experience where mornings begin beside the water, architecture gives way to open skies, and time seems to move a little differently.
The name SOMA carries a rich cultural resonance across multiple traditions. In Greek, soma means body — the physical form that experiences and inhabits the world — suggesting a development whose attention to the bodily experience of space, light, air, and materials is treated as a primary consideration. In broader wellness contexts, soma has become associated with holistic wellbeing, giving the residences a lifestyle identity that aligns naturally with the waterfront, natural-light-rich, and outdoor-living-oriented character of a Dubai Islands address.
Designed in collaboration with XBD Collective, an international architecture and interior design practice with offices in Dubai and beyond, SOMA’s architecture is characterised by warm tones, softened lighting, and materials-led interiors that age gracefully and endure over time. The development is enrolled to pursue WELL Gold certification, reflecting Origami’s commitment to creating homes that support wellbeing through thoughtful design, air quality, and connection to the outdoors.
The residences span one-bedroom apartments from 848 square feet, two-bedroom apartments from 1,323 square feet, a two-bedroom plus flexi option from 1,737 square feet, three-bedroom apartments from 1,607 square feet, and three-bedroom duplexes at 2,355 square feet. The duplexes feature double-height living spaces and a greater sense of openness throughout, with the living level flowing naturally into the upper bedroom floor via an elegant internal staircase. Every residence features open-plan living, private terraces, and interiors designed to make hosting feel easy and daily life naturally extend outdoors.
SOMA’s amenity offering reflects the rhythm of coastal island life. A rooftop infinity pool, fully equipped gymnasium, yoga and movement studio with a dedicated terrace, male and female sauna and steam rooms, treatment rooms, a clubhouse for social gatherings, children’s play areas, landscaped gardens, BBQ zones, and resident parking create a complete lifestyle ecosystem. The development’s cafe and social spaces are designed for the kind of spontaneous connection that defines genuine community — drinks on the rooftop as the light turns, dinners in the clubhouse that run on later than planned.
Located on Dubai Islands, SOMA places residents eight minutes from Sheikh Zayed Road and Dubai International Airport, twelve minutes from DIFC, thirteen minutes from Dubai Mall, and fifteen minutes from Jumeirah Beach. The Islands’ growing infrastructure of marinas, country clubs, golf courses, and beachfront retail ensures that every daily need is met within moments of home.
SOMA offers a 50/50 payment plan with 20% on booking, 10% at 13 months, 10% at 18 months, 10% at 24 months, and 50% on handover in Q3 2028. With an EOI-phase starting price of AED 1,670,000, the development represents an exceptional entry point into one of Dubai’s most actively developing island destinations.
Buying with Lux Abacus means direct developer access to Origami Development’s SOMA inventory, priority unit selection, and comprehensive advisory support from reservation through to handover. Our team provides detailed floor plan comparisons, investment analysis, and personalised guidance to ensure every client secures the ideal residence.
