The UAE-based developer, Arada, has agreed to acquire an 80% stake in Thameside West, a waterfront development in London’s Royal Docks.  The 12 billion dirhams ($3.26 billion) development will deliver at least 5,000 homes, with half of the site dedicated to green space and a kilometre of active waterfront.  The acquisition is Arada’s second large-scale investment in the London residential market, following its purchase of local developer Regal in September. The developer’s London pipeline now has 15,000 homes and plans to triple this to 30,000 units over the next three years.

 Amirah Developments, one of Dubai’s most promising names in real estate innovation, has launched Crown Palace, a magnificent residential development located in Dubai South, the city’s emerging hub of growth and lifestyle excellence. A tribute to the elegance of European palatial architecture, Crown Palace reintroduces the art of classic design through a modern lens blending handcrafted beauty with smart urban planning. Rising gracefully amidst lush greenery, Crown Palace is where peace meets grandeur, and where harmony embraces luxury. Every curve, arch, and column of this landmark project celebrates architectural perfection while providing the tranquillity and sophistication that define a true royal home. Crown Palace by Amirah Developments is envisioned as a…

Dubai’s property market continued to demonstrate resilience in October 2025, with rising sales values and steady leasing activity reflecting sustained buyer and tenant confidence, according to betterhomes research. The city recorded 18,339 sales transactions totalling AED46.47 billion in October. While transaction volumes eased 1.7% month-on-month (MoM), total sales value rose 4.2%, signalling ongoing demand at higher price points and strong investor confidence. Off-plan sales led activity, accounting for 69% of transactions, while secondary market activity held a 31% share. Top-performing developers by off-plan sales value included Binghatti (AED3 billion), followed by Meeras, Damac Properties, and Emaar. In the title-deed segment, Emaar topped the list with AED4.99 billion in…

Cityscape Global 2025 will welcome world leading developers at the forefront of sustainability and smart city technology when the event opens its doors on November 17 in Riyadh. Ambitious projects such as NHC, Diriyah Company, ROSHN, New Murabba, Qiddiya City, Rua Alharam Almakki co, NEOM, KAFD, Red Sea Global, Masar Destination, Rua Al Haram and King Salman Park Foundation, are reshaping Saudi Arabia’s urban landscapes and setting new standards for sustainable, inclusive communities. In the context of this rapid growth and reform, Cityscape Global 2025 will also explore the transformative impact of Saudi Arabia's newly approved foreign home ownership law. Indeed, the foreign home ownership law has widely been reported as a pivotal milestone in Saudi Arabia’s real estate…

AUM Developments, recipient of the Rising Star Developer of the Year award at the Smart Built Environment Awards (SBEA), has announced plans for expansion across Dubai's residential landscape with three projects now under construction and a fourth development set to launch in Warsan. The developer has officially broken ground on two residential projects - Veda in Jumeirah Village Circle and Ryze in Warsan, as well as a commercial project, Vertex Pointe, in Arjan. A fourth project is also coming up in Arjan, offering commercial spaces in the heart of the thriving community, further solidifying AUM's presence across Dubai's most sought-after emerging communities. The combined GDV across the current portfolio stands at approximately AED400 million ($108.92 milllion), demonstrating AUM's…

Damac Properties has reached a key construction milestone with the topping out of the Cavalli Tower, its AED1 billion ($272 million) ultra-luxury residential development and the world’s first tower with interiors designed by iconic Italian fashion house, Roberto Cavalli. Cavalli Tower is now on track for handover by the end of next year. Ali Sajwani, Managing Director, Damac Group, said: “Cavalli Tower is a structural and design landmark that embodies Damac’ss futuristic vision to blend fashion, architecture and art into Dubai’s skyline. With this topping out, we are one step closer to delivering a true global landmark in luxury living.” Tian Sanchuan, Chairman and President, China State Construction Engineering Corporation Middle East (CSCEC ME), said:…

GMG, a global well-being company, has launched Modora, a new luxury home concept that expands its home division and reinforces its position in the UAE’s interiors and lifestyle retail sector. The announcement coincides with the first anniversary of the formulation of GMG’s Home division, marking an important milestone in the group’s retail diversification strategy. Since establishing the Home division in 2024, GMG has built a portfolio designed around the UAE’s rising demand for quality design, craftsmanship, and lifestyle innovation. The addition of Modora builds on the division’s first year of growth and reflects GMG’s continued investment in sectors that support the UAE’s non-oil economy and retail diversification. Mohammad A. Baker, Deputy…

Ohana Development captures the essence of coastal luxury with the Sky Mansions at Jacob & Co. Beachfront Living by Ohana, a limited collection of AED77 million ($20.96 million) residences that offer true seclusion and an unbroken connection to land and water. Nestled along the untouched coastline between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, where turquoise waters border Al Jurf’s protected natural landscape, the Sky Mansions are part of Ohana Development’s flagship collaboration with Jacob & Co. Rising above the coastline, each residence spans between 1,671 sq m and 2,209 sq m and offers uninterrupted 360-degree views of the sea, sand, and natural reserve. You might pass by graceful gazelles weaving through the low brush on your morning jog or spot flamingos during your beachfront…

UAE - LEOS Developments has launched a master community, the company’s first large-scale master-planned community in Dubai and one of its most significant undertakings to date, with a gross development value exceeding AED5 billion ($1.36 billion). Strategically located in Wadi Al Safa 5 within Dubailand, at the intersection of Dubai-Al Ain Road (E66) and Emirates Road (E611), across from the Dubai Outlet Mall, LEOS’ new masterplan offers exceptional connectivity to key districts while providing a resort-style living experience. Just 16 minutes from Downtown Dubai, it combines tranquillity and convenience in one of the city’s fastest-growing areas. The project is developed in close collaboration with Dubai Holding, reflecting a shared commitment to delivering…

DUBAI: Emaar Properties and Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) have advanced their joint venture with the launch of Terra Gardens, building on the successful debut of Expo Living, the master-planned community at Expo City Dubai. Following the momentum of its first phase, Terra Heights, the introduction of Terra Gardens marks the next milestone in developing a vibrant, contemporary lifestyle destination anchored in Dubai’s long-term urban vision. Spanning 451,295 square metres, Expo Living is envisioned as an integrated community combining residential, retail, hospitality and commercial elements with thoughtfully curated public spaces and amenities. The latest residential masterplan features five residential communities comprising a total of 3,555 units. Terra Gardens, the latest…

Sankari has announced the groundbreaking of its flagship project, Regent Residences Dubai – Sankari Place, located in the prestigious Marasi Marina district. This landmark development represents a defining moment for Sankari and for the Regent brand under IHG Hotels & Resorts, as it marks the first standalone Regent-branded residential project in the world. The enabling works, successfully completed by Dutch Foundations, have paved the way for the appointment of Al Basti & Muktha LLC (ABM) as the main contractor. The contract, valued at nearly AED1 billion, has been awarded for the full construction of Regent Residences Dubai – Sankari Place, with completion scheduled within 34 months. “The groundbreaking of Regent Residences Dubai – Sankari Place marks…

Binghatti Holding Ltd. (“Binghatti Holding”), one of the UAE’s fastest-growing real estate developers, announced strong year-to-date sales performance and the successful launch of multiple high-value developments across Dubai, making the company the top seller of residential units in the Emirate by volume. Binghatti sold nearly 12,000 residential units across its portfolio year-to-date in 2025, making it the leading real estate developer by number of units sold in the sub-AED 2 million segment, according to DXB Interact, a Dubai real estate data aggregator. Year-to-date, Binghatti has also launched 13 new projects with a combined Gross Development Value (GDV) of approximately AED 12.28 billion (USD 3.3 billion). Collectively, these projects comprise more than 8,200…