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BURJ-CROWN-BROCHURE Small “THE REALLY IMPORTANT THING IS NOT TO LIVE, BUT TO LIVE WELL.” - SOCRATES There’s living, and then there’s Burj Crown living. Rising on the vibrant Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, the 44-storey tower boasts 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom apartments with priceless views of Dubai’s landmarks. What’s more, Burj Crown gives you a wealth of amenities, and an abundance of shopping, culture, entertainment and culinary experiences — all at your fingertips. 1-, 2- & 3-BEDROOM PRIME LOCATION ON APARTMENTS SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN RASHID BOULEVARD VIEWS OF THE BURJ DEDICATED KHALIFA & DUBAI OPERA LEISURE DECK | 03 | Flanked on each side by major roads, Sheikh Zayed Road to the west and Al Khail Road to the east, Downtown Dubai has unfettered access to the rest of the city and beyond. As a resident of Burj Crown, your arrival will be made even easier with: DIRECT ACCESS FROM DEDICATED DROP-OFF THE BOULEVARD AREA WITHIN THE PODIUM TAXI DROP-OFF AT EFFICIENT MAIN ENTRANCE TRANSPORT NETWORK | 04 | DUBAI LANDMARKS ON YOUR DOORSTEP SHEIKH ZAYED ROAD METRO ADDRESS TRAVELATOR RESIDENCES SKY VIEW EMAAR SQUARE 1,2,3 BURJ VISTA TRAVELATOR FORTE EMAAR ED BIN R ASHID AMM BOU OH LE V SQUARE M AoRh IKH ADDRESS aDm BLVD 4,5,6 E m Burj Crown enjoys a prestigious location on the trend-setting Sheikh SH e STA N D PO I N T RESIDENCES B PLAZA in DUBAI OPERA R rd as va Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard. From here, it’s just a leisurely stroll le B u ou o le B va id rd 8 h to Dubai’s premier landmarks: s a THE OPERA BOULEVARD R DUBAI OPERA ADDRESS n DISTRICT WALK i B BOULEVARD d BURJ KHALIFA e m m TRAVELATOR a h o M BURJ PARK THE DUBAI BURJ KHALIFA THE DUBAI MALL THE DUBAI FOUNTAIN 29 ADDRESS BLVD FOUNTAIN CLAREN DUBAI MALL The world’s tallest The city’s most-visited retail The world's tallest BLVD building destination performing fountain VIDA RESIDENCE CENTRAL DOWNTOWN THE SOUK RESIDENCES THE DUBAI MALL AL BAHAR PALACE DOWNTOWN FINANCIAL CENTRE ROAD CENTRE FINANCIAL BURJ PLAZA VIDA DUBAI OPERA SHEIKH MOHAMMED BURJ PARK HOTEL ADDRESS BIN RASHID BOULEVARD DOWNTOWN The city’s multi-format The perfect leisure attraction performing arts centre Trendy cafés and restaurants on a little island MANZIL HOTEL S ARD HEIKH ou OULEV OLD TOWN MOHA MMED BIN R A SHID B With Dubai Int’l Airport just 10 minutes away, even reaching the wider BOULEVARD POINT ADDRESS RESIDENCES FOUNTAIN VIEWS world couldn’t be easier. | 06 | Spend an enchanting afternoon in the place where haute couture fashion, luxury brands and cutting-edge entertainment converge seamlessly. And be spoilt in the company of world-leading dining options, with 5-star service at your beck and call. 80 MILLION DEDICATED DROP-OFF VISITORS ANNUALLY AREA WITHIN THE PODIUM VR PARK & OTHER FAMILY DUBAI AQUARIUM & ATTRACTIONS UNDERWATER ZOO | 07 | TAKE YOUR SEAT AT THE OPERA IN 5 MINUTES The Burj Crown is home to a myriad of amenities crafted with you and your loved ones. Here, convenience, wellness and entertainment are at the forefront of importance. Savour every lasting moment of free time as sweeping panoramic views and vibrant greenery adorn the lavish facilities purposefully designed to enrich your day-to-day life. OUTDOOR DEDICATED SPACIOUS KIDS’ PLAY BBQ & VERDANT AREA AREA LEISURE DECK SWIMMING EXQUISITELY ACTIVE POOLS FOR DESIGNED ROOFTOP WITH CHILDREN & MULTI-PURPOSE VIEWS OF THE ADULTS ROOM BURJ KHALIFA | 09 | THE LEISURE DECK YOUR REALM TO RELAX & UNWIND T H E B RO N Z E E L E M E N TS A D D SO P H I ST I C AT E D D E TA I LS F O R T H O S E W H O VA LU E G R E AT D E S I G N RECEPTION & LOUNGE A REFINED MEETING PLACE Urban sophistication with contemporary simplicity has been the primary goal for the design approach of the Burj Crown interiors. The exquisitely crafted 1-, 2- & 3- bedroom apartments are the epitome of understated luxury. | 13 | 20 MN EXPECTED ANNUAL HOME TO VISITORS BY 2025 EXPO 2020 ONE OF THE MOST HOME TO SECURE CITIES FOR OVER 200 VALUE GAINS THROUGH NATIONALITIES PROPERTY INVESTMENT COMPETITIVE AMONGST 10 MOST RESIDENTIAL VISITED CITIES IN REAL ESTATE PRICES THE WORLD IN 2018* OVER 3 MN 1ST MOST VISITED CITY RESIDENTS IN THE WORLD BY 2025 | 15 | A leader in the global real estate market, EMAAR has grown over the years to become the largest real estate developer outside of China. You will be investing with one of the best-regarded brands in the world*. PRESENCE IN 105,000+ 12+ HAPPY HOMEBUYERS GLOBAL MARKETS GLOBALLY 1.6BN 69,000+ SQUARE FEET HAPPY HOMEBUYERS OF LANDBANK IN THE UAE 4.5BN 56,000 USD MARKET CAP UNITS COMPLETED EMAAR DEVELOPMENT TO DATE GLOBALLY | 16 | *Source: Euromonitor International 2018 report AT D OW N TOW N D U BA I L I V I N G W E L L STA RTS H E R E .
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