The Opus by Omniyat is one of Dubai’s most distinctive mixed-use commercial office towers. Designed by the late Zaha Hadid, it combines offices, luxury residences, a five-star hotel, serviced apartments, and retail outlets inside an iconic cube-shaped design with a central void.
Project Overview
- Building Type: Mixed-use high-rise (Commercial, Residential, Hotel, Retail)
- Status: Complete
- Total Towers: 2 interconnected towers forming a single cube
- Total Floors: 22 storeys (+ 6 basement levels for parking)
- Height: 71 meters
- Completion: October 2017 (commercial handovers in 2018; hotel opened February 2020)
- Developer: Omniyat Properties (subsidiary: Omniyat Properties Six Ltd)
- Master Developer: Dubai Properties Group
- Architect: Zaha Hadid Architects
- Project Value: AED 618,995,000 (USD 168.5M)
- Area: Business Bay, Dubai
- Location: 5–7 Al A’amal Street, Marasi Drive, Business Bay
Components
Offices
- Premium Grade A offices floors in the mid-sections of the tower.
- Boutique layouts and flexible units, with fitted and shell-and-core options available.
- Popular with finance, creative industries, and boutique firms.
- Recent record transaction: AED 20.2M for a single office (AED 7,040 psf, Sep 2024).
Residential
- Luxury apartments, including 1–3 bedroom layouts and penthouses.
- 98 serviced residences connected to the ME Dubai hotel.
- Example: In June 2025, a 4-bedroom penthouse was marketed for AED 150M, featuring Armani kitchen, private plunge pool, and a sky garden.
Hotel
- ME Dubai by Meliá – the first ME Hotel in the region.
- 93 hotel rooms designed by Zaha Hadid (her only hotel interiors).
- Michelin-starred restaurants, spa, wellness center, lounges.
Retail & F&B
- Ground and podium levels host restaurants, coffee shops, luxury retail, and lifestyle outlets.
- Positioned as a design-led hospitality + office + lifestyle destination.
Design & Structure
- Concept Reveal: May 2007 (British Museum, London)
- Construction Start: May 2008 (with a pause during 2009–2010)
- Completion: October 2017
- Bridge Section:
- Length: ~38m, Width: ~26m
- Height above ground: ~71m
- Contains 3 floors of hotel apartments
- Façade: Double-curved reflective glass façade with unique individually designed panels manufactured in China, frames from Denmark, and steel from Holland.
- Design Philosophy (Zaha Hadid): “A cube eroded by a void” — appearing solid by day and glowing at night.
Building Specifications
- Basement Levels: 6 (parking and services)
- Podium: 1 large podium + 3 hotel floors
- Mid-section: Commercial office floors
- Upper Section: Luxury residences + serviced apartments
- Bridge: Contains hotel apartments suspended across the void
Location Details
- Area: Business Bay, Dubai
- Street: Al A’amal St, Marasi Drive
- Makani Coordinates: 25394 87003 / 25319 86971
- Plot Number: 3460569
- Municipality Number: Available via Dubai Land Department (DLD) inquiry service.
Highlights & Recognition
- Only hotel in the world designed inside and out by Zaha Hadid.
- Featured globally for its innovative cube-and-void design.
- Popular choice for luxury lifestyle buyers, high-profile companies, and investors.
- Among Dubai’s top commercial office towers with record-setting price per sq. ft transactions.
FAQs – The Opus by Omniyat
1. What is The Opus in Business Bay?
The Opus is a 22-storey mixed-use commercial office tower in Business Bay, Dubai, developed by Omniyat and designed by Zaha Hadid Architects. It combines Grade-A offices, the ME Dubai Hotel, luxury residences, serviced apartments, and retail outlets within one iconic cube-shaped building.
2. When was The Opus completed?
Construction began in 2008 and the building was structurally completed in October 2017. Offices were handed over in 2018, while the ME Dubai Hotel officially opened in February 2020.
3. How many floors are in The Opus?
The Opus has 22 storeys above ground, plus 6 basement levels for parking and services.
4. How many office units are in The Opus?
The exact total number of office units has not been publicly disclosed. However, the tower dedicates several mid-section floors to Grade-A boutique offices, with a wide variety of units listed for sale and rent. You can explore current offices for rent in The Opus to see available options.
5. What facilities are inside The Opus?
- 93-room ME Dubai Hotel (the only hotel interior designed by Zaha Hadid)
- 98 serviced residences
- Grade-A commercial offices
- Michelin-starred restaurants & coffee shops
- Luxury retail outlets
- Wellness center, spa, and fitness areas
- Multi-level parking across 6 basements
6. What is the average selling price per sq. ft in The Opus (offices)?
According to Property Finder listings, the average asking sale price for office space in The Opus is between AED 5,500 – 7,000 per sq. ft, with some record transactions exceeding AED 7,000 per sq. ft for premium units.
7. What is the average rental price per sq. ft in The Opus (offices)?
Based on Property Finder rental listings, office rents in The Opus range between AED 350 – 600 per sq. ft per year, depending on the size, floor, and whether the space is fitted or shell-and-core.
8. Are there residential apartments in The Opus?
Yes. The upper floors and bridge section contain luxury residences and serviced apartments. High-end 1–3BR apartments are available, and penthouses have been listed for up to AED 150M.
9. Where is The Opus located?
The Opus is located in Business Bay, Dubai, along Al A’amal Street (Marasi Drive), close to Sheikh Zayed Road and Downtown Dubai.
10. Why invest in The Opus?
- Prestigious Zaha Hadid design recognized worldwide
- Prime Business Bay location
- Record-setting office sales prices (AED 7,040 psf in 2024)
- Strong rental demand for both offices and luxury residences
- Unique blend of commercial, residential, and hospitality in one building
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