Aquabrava Celebrates the Opening of its Lagoon with Artificial Waves
- Carlos E. Gimenez
- 3 days ago
- 6 min read
In the city of Altos, Raíces Real Estate presented a development that combines technology, sustainability and cutting-edge design: a planned community of 65 hectares, white sand beaches, green infrastructure and the first crystal lagoon with waves in the country, marking a before and after in the evolution of gated communities.
Last Saturday, November 16th, Raíces Real Estate celebrated the inauguration of Paraguay's first artificial wave pool within a gated community in Altos. The event, shared with homeowners and partners, was not only the opening of a new amenity, but also the consolidation of a residential concept that combines technology, sustainability, and a water-based lifestyle, once again raising the bar for real estate development in the Altos and San Bernardino area.
Developing a second gated community of this kind along the Altos-San Bernardino corridor will, on the one hand, consolidate this area as a residential and recreational destination, and on the other, reinforce Raíces' commitment to raising the bar for suburban developments in Paraguay. Aquabrava joins Aquavillage, another of the company's flagship projects, as part of a long-term strategy that combines infrastructure investment, innovative design, and a keen understanding of the preferences of a clientele seeking security, nature, and high-end amenities all in one place. The project also represents a significant leap forward for the developer itself in terms of the technology applied to its communities, from topographic design to the implementation of advanced infrastructure solutions.
Located on the San Bernardino–Altos highway, just 3 kilometers from Aquavillage, Aquabrava spans 65 hectares, comprising 463 residential lots, nine larger lots, and two apartment buildings. It is a planned community, designed to function as a complete residential ecosystem, integrating living areas, recreational spaces, sports facilities, and a direct connection with nature. The development is based on a combination of careful urban planning, high-end gated community security standards, and a strategic location that provides easy access to both the capital and other cities throughout the country.
The heart of the project is its expansive reflecting pool, surrounded by white sand beaches that cover over 9,000 square meters and extend almost 360 degrees around the lagoon. Native vegetation, high-level sports facilities, a clubhouse, a swim-up bar, a gym, and tennis, paddle tennis, soccer, and multi-purpose courts unfold around it. The result is a neighborhood that combines comfort, security, and services with a constant sense of recreation: a place where weekends, vacations, and everyday life blend seamlessly into a single, enjoyable experience. Living with the "feeling of the sea" in Altos ceases to be a metaphor and becomes a concrete possibility anchored in technology and design.
To take this concept a step further, Raíces opted to incorporate a unique feature in the Paraguayan market: the construction of a crystal-clear lagoon with Wavetech artificial wave technology. This amenity, unprecedented in the country within a gated community, marks a turning point in the national real estate sector. The system integrates state-of-the-art turbines imported from Spain, with technical installation carried out by specialists from Brazil, ensuring the quality and stability of its operation. In addition, a landscape design developed in collaboration with regional experts recreates rocky environments and natural elements inspired by the essence of the sea.
The care taken with the lagoon is reflected in the overall design of the neighborhood. The entire urban plan of Aquabrava was developed by a European architectural firm, working on a topography with a difference of more than 40 meters between the highest and lowest points of the site. This condition demanded a sophisticated technical approach, especially regarding stormwater management systems. The neighborhood incorporates a rainwater management infrastructure that captures and channels surface runoff into a natural ravine, where two slopes converge to form a channel that remains dry for part of the year. From there, the water is conveyed to a reservoir located in the lower part of the neighborhood, treated, and subsequently reused for irrigating the green areas. In this way, the project completes an efficient water cycle, aligned with the sustainability principles that inspire it.
This green infrastructure is complemented by a landscape design vision that goes beyond mere ornamentation. Raíces has incorporated a nursery within the neighborhood called Garden Market so that plants can acclimate to the soil and climate before being planted, increasing the landscape's resilience and facilitating long-term maintenance. At Aquabrava, special emphasis was placed on the conservation of native species, even identifying some at risk of extinction that are now undergoing specific treatment to encourage their reproduction.
The urban design also incorporates a contemporary approach to internal mobility and the quality of public space. Some streets were designed as narrower, one-way streets with curved layouts that help reduce vehicle speeds and prioritize safety. In addition, a network of pedestrian paths runs through the neighborhood, connecting different areas and encouraging walking and experiencing open space as an everyday extension of the home.
Alongside the individual lot sizes, Aquabrava incorporates multi-family housing typologies that broaden its appeal. Facing the lagoon with its wave-like surface will be the MAUI residential buildings , conceived as a proposal that combines practicality, a prime location, and a resort experience. The MAUI tower will have five levels and a total of 30 apartments, six per floor: 20 three-bedroom units and 10 two-bedroom units. These apartments are designed for residents who prioritize the comfort and security of living in an apartment building but don't want to sacrifice direct access to all the amenities of a high-end gated community. The units boast privileged views of the lagoon, making the waterscape an integral part of daily life. Sales for MAUI are already underway, and construction is projected to begin next year, adding a new layer of density and variety to the neighborhood's overall master plan.
In terms of sustainability, Aquabrava has positioned itself as the first gated community in the country to pursue LEED certification, an international recognition that evaluates projects under strict standards of sustainable construction, resource efficiency, and green infrastructure. While in Asunción LEED certification has been mostly associated with corporate or high-rise residential buildings, Aquabrava seeks to extend that approach to the scale of a gated community. The certification measures the social and environmental impact of the development, the optimization of energy and water resources, and the quality of the built environment. This achievement not only marks a milestone for Paraguay but also places it among the first developments of its kind in Latin America to achieve this distinction, positioning the local market on the global map of sustainable architecture.
Aquabrava is currently one of Raíces' most successful developments, boasting one of the company's fastest sales rates: approximately 70% of the neighborhood is already sold, placing it among the top neighborhoods in terms of market absorption. This dynamic is partly explained by the prior experience of many clients in Aqua Village and the maturity of the second-home segment in San Bernardino and Altos. The market recognizes the value of owning a home in a gated community that offers security, professional management, and a range of amenities that, outside of this type of development, would require club membership or significantly larger individual investments. Added to this is the growing importance that younger generations place on sustainability, making Aquabrava's proposition, with its environmental focus and green infrastructure, particularly appealing.
Although San Bernardino and Altos have historically been associated with second homes or foreign residences, Aquabrava is beginning to reflect a new trend: more and more Paraguayan families are considering this area as a potential primary residence. The combination of nature, security, good accessibility, and services is establishing the area as a viable alternative to the established city, offering a different yet connected lifestyle.
The scale and sophistication of Aquabrava are backed by Raíces Real Estate's track record. The company has established itself as a leading name in the Paraguayan real estate sector, with over 30,000 clients, 32 million square meters developed, and 280 projects across 60 municipalities. Within this portfolio, large-scale gated communities are a specialty: the company has launched 18 such developments, encompassing approximately 10 million square meters and designed to house more than 5,000 families. Its work is based on the declared values of honesty, consistency, and transparency, with ethics and innovation as its core management principles.
In this context, Aquabrava presents itself as a synthesis of multiple layers of innovation: the lagoon with artificial waves as a technological and recreational icon; the rainwater harvesting infrastructure as a model of responsible management; the preservation of native flora and the incorporation of nurseries as a commitment to biodiversity and local production; an urban design that prioritizes human scale, active mobility, and security; and a residential strategy that combines lots, apartments, and hotel services to create a complete destination. It is not just a new gated community, but a prime example of where Paraguayan real estate developments can evolve.
Aquabrava thus marks a new dimension of living well in Paraguay. It is a project that, due to its scale, level of detail, and ambitious goals, has become a source of pride for the local market and a concrete example of the path that future developments can follow, not only in the gated community segment but throughout the country's entire real estate ecosystem.
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