Dubai, UAE, September 14, 2006: Emaar Pakistan, the country-arm of global real estate major Emaar Properties, has unveiled a second series of residential quarters, the Prados, at its Canyon Views development in Islamabad.
Sales of the exclusive townhouses opens at the Canyon Views Sales Center located at the Defence Housing Authority Islamabad (DHAI) Phase 2 extension. Potential investors and home-owners can visit the centre from September 16, 11 am to 8 pm, or call + 92-51-2803173 for more details on the project.
Like its predecessor, the Mirador homes, Prados are also Portuguese-styled and are integrated into a self-sufficient neighborhood featuring an array of amenities such as retail units, school and children’s play area.
”Investor feedback to Mirador homes has been overwhelming,” said Mr Mohammed Al-Falasi, Managing Director, Emaar Pakistan. “The enthusiastic response prompted us to launch Prados, the second residential quarters in our first master-planned community in Pakistan – the Canyon Views, which is part of a PKR145 billion (US$2.4 billion) development outlay by Emaar in Pakistan.”
Featuring terracotta walls, gabled roofs and wrought iron detailing, the Prados townhomes are ideal for families. Set amidst wide-open green spaces, meandering walkways and tree-lined streets, the houses are centrally located near the city center, yet comfortably tucked away from the city’s hustle and bustle.
“Prados infuses a wonderful sense of the Portuguese passion for life in a community that is rooted in modern Pakistan,” added Mr Al-Falasi. “These homes take the best of Portuguese style and adapt them to suit the Islamabad climes.”
Prados townhouses have large ceilings that reflect heat at the height of summer and retain warmth during winter. Each home has intricate architectural textures with meticulous attention given to the interiors. Residents can customize the colour palette of their homes with two colour finishes. Ceramic tiles are standard and kitchens come fitted with elegant cabinetry and granite countertops. All bedrooms have built-in wardrobes and the master-bedroom has en-suite bathroom. Service quarters and parking for two vehicles are other features.
Amenities include swimming pool, tennis court, walking trails and open spaces for picnics and barbecues. Situated within a gated community, Prados has close access to a town centre that features retail outlets, restaurants, fitness facilities, schools and a mosque. Prados also offers 24-hour security and maintenance services.
“Emaar has a track record of handing over 14,000 homes in varied master-planned community projects in Dubai,” said Mr Al-Falasi. “We extended the same concept to Pakistan with Mirador homes, and continue the trend with the Prados townhouses.”
Canyon Views is located in the DHAI Phase 2 extension. Emaar is also developing the Highlands in Islamabad and Crescent Bay in Karachi apart from having signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Port Qasim Authority to develop a mixed-use project in Karachi.
Emaar’s Pakistan development initiatives are in line with the company’s Vision 2010 of becoming one of the world’s most valuable companies through focused expansion and diversification.
