Claydon House

Claydon House is a single residential tower by Ellington Properties in Bukadra, a mid-city district positioned between the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary and Dubai's urban lagoon corridor, with completion scheduled for Q2 2027.

# The tower and its position in Bukadra

Bukadra sits at an unusual intersection in Dubai's geography: close enough to Downtown to feel connected, yet defined by proximity to the Ras Al Khor Natural Reserve, a protected wetland that draws migratory flamingos and wading birds. The reserve is visible from the development, lending Claydon House a rare adjacency to open, protected land that most mid-city addresses cannot offer.

Ellington has built its reputation on design-led residential projects, and Claydon House follows that approach: the architecture favours clean geometric lines over decorative excess. Construction is underway, with progress recorded at roughly 7 per cent as of current data. The building stands alone, a single structure rather than a campus.

# Residences, layouts and specification

Homes at Claydon House span from approximately 879 sq ft to just over 2,814 sq ft, covering a price range of AED 2.5 million to AED 5.7 million. The spread suggests a mix of one, two and larger multi-bedroom configurations, though buyers should confirm specific layout availability with a broker given the project's current sold-out status.

Residences are delivered semi-furnished. Kitchens feature grey marble surfaces alongside light-wood cabinetry, an island unit, under-mount sinks and warm LED under-cabinet lighting. The Ellington signature tip-out tray is a recurring detail across the developer's portfolio. Bedrooms are finished to a consistent standard with contemporary fittings throughout.

Service charges are set at AED 22 per sq ft annually.

# Communal amenities across the building

The amenity programme is broad for a single building. At its core are resort-style pools, a kids' pool, and a barbeque deck. An elevated gym serves those who train regularly. The library-style clubhouse is suited to quieter use.

Beyond fitness and leisure, Claydon House includes a co-working space, a cinema room and a karaoke facility. The Montessori kids' area is a specific and considered detail, aimed at families with younger children rather than a generic play zone.

The range across these facilities reflects Ellington's consistent positioning of its buildings as self-contained residential environments.

# Location: the sanctuary, the lagoon and the wider city

Bukadra's geographic logic works in two directions. To the south-east, the Ras Al Khor Sanctuary establishes a hard boundary of protected natural land. To the north-west, Downtown Dubai and the Dubai Design District are both accessible within a short drive.

Dubai Design District, known as d3, functions as the city's primary cluster for architecture, fashion and creative industry, and its proximity adds a cultural dimension to the address. For international buyers familiar with European city-living, the combination of a nature reserve outlook and proximity to a creative district is an uncommon pairing in this market.

# What Claydon House represents for an international buyer considering Dubai

The project is now out of stock, which means any acquisition will come through the secondary market or from a buyer seeking to transfer off-plan. For those tracking it, that context matters.

At AED 2.5 million entry and a service charge of AED 22 per sq ft, Claydon House sits in the mid-to-upper segment of Bukadra's emerging residential offer. The Ellington name carries weight with buyers from the UK and Europe who tend to prioritise finish quality and architectural coherence over sheer scale. For a GCC or Asian buyer drawn to the flamingo sanctuary setting and the proximity to Downtown, it offers a quieter alternative to the density of Business Bay or City Walk, without sacrificing city connectivity.

The Q2 2027 delivery timeline means buyers entering now via resale would carry construction risk for roughly two years. At 7 per cent completion, the building is early in its cycle.