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Ellington Properties unveils $762 million Berkeley Tower, its tallest commercial project in Business Bay
By News Desk ·
Key takeaways
- Ellington Properties unveiled Berkeley Tower, an AED2.8 billion ($762.2 million) commercial development in Dubai's Business Bay.
- Berkeley Tower rises above 60 floors and includes robotic parking, double-decker lifts and five floors of amenities.
- Joseph Thomas, Co-Founder of Ellington Properties, said Berkeley Tower is a statement of the company's ambition for its commercial portfolio.
Ellington Properties has unveiled Berkeley Tower, an AED2.8 billion ($762.2 million) commercial development in Dubai's Business Bay and its largest and tallest commercial project to date. The developer announced the project on October 20, 2026, according to EIN Presswire.
Berkeley Tower's Scale And Features
Berkeley Tower rises above 60 floors and is described as a Grade A development bringing together office spaces, a workplace and lifestyle offering, and technology. Defining features include robotic parking and double-decker lifts with a destination-controlled system.
Five floors are dedicated to amenities, including business lounges and meeting rooms, fitness and wellness spaces, outdoor terraces, event and social spaces, a clubhouse and interactive gaming areas, the developer said.
Joseph Thomas, Co-Founder of Ellington Properties, said: "Berkeley Tower is a statement of our ambition for Ellington's commercial portfolio. We believe the workplace has to evolve alongside the businesses and people it serves, and that means looking beyond the office itself to the entire experience around it."
Benoy J. Kurien, Group CEO of Al Hamra, said the project "brings together the complementary strengths of Al Hamra and Ellington Properties to deliver a project that contributes to Business Bay's continued growth, while creating lasting value for the community, businesses and investors alike."
Ellington Properties' Commercial Ambitions
Ellington Properties is a privately held, Dubai-based boutique real estate developer founded in 2014, focused on design-led residential and commercial developments across premium Dubai communities and Ras Al Khaimah, according to akta.pro company records. Its leadership includes Co-founder Joseph Thomas and Co-founder and Managing Director Robert D. Booth.
Berkeley Tower is positioned in Business Bay, with direct connectivity to Downtown Dubai, DIFC and Dubai's major transport networks, the developer said.
Earlier Ellington Properties Milestones
In May 2026, Ellington Properties commenced handover of Ellington House II in Dubai Hills Estate and Arbor View in Arjan, following Ellington House I, which recorded rental prices about 28% above market average, Zawya reported.
In September 2026, Ellington Properties and Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank partnered to offer pre-approved home financing for ready and off-plan properties in Dubai, GulfNews reported.
In October 2026, Ellington Properties announced its title sponsorship of the Ellington Properties Arab Championship 2026, to be held in Lebanon from 9 to 20 October 2026, GulfNews reported.
What Comes Next For Berkeley Tower
Ellington Properties said Berkeley Tower establishes the direction it wants to take as it continues to grow its presence in the commercial sector.