MERED has announced a collaboration with Pritzker Prize-winning architects Herzog & de Meuron for the Riviera Residences, a landmark development on Abu Dhabi’s Al Reem Island. Featuring over 400 apartments and 12 bespoke villas, the project draws on the city’s pearl-diving heritage and will debut in November 2025.
Emaar has unveiled Dubai Mansions, a Dh100-billion ultra-luxury project within the new Emaar Hills community. Comprising 40,000 homes and a collection of grand residences up to 20,000 square feet, the development is set to become one of Dubai’s most exclusive addresses.
Aldar has unveiled The Row Saadiyat, a new residential and lifestyle development designed by globally acclaimed architecture firm BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group), at the centre of Abu Dhabi’s Cultural District. Set against the backdrop of the iconic Zayed National Museum, the project introduces 315 premium apartments that promise a modern, community-driven way of life surrounded by the capital’s most celebrated cultural landmarks. The launch is set for 1 November 2025, with sales open to all nationalities.
Marjan and RAK Hospitality Holding have announced a landmark merger to create one of the UAE’s largest integrated real estate and hospitality developers. The combined entity will operate under the Marjan brand, leading key projects including Al Marjan Island, RAK Central, Marjan Beach, and a new Jebel Jais masterplan, driving Ras Al Khaimah’s Vision 2030 for sustainable tourism and investment.
Saudi Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majed Al-Hogail will begin a tour of China and South Korea to boost cooperation in real estate, urban technology, and smart cities. The trip will include signing agreements for 100,000 new homes by 2030 and furthering partnerships with leading Asian firms, in support of Saudi Vision 2030’s urban development goals.
MIDAR for Investment and Urban Development has signed a major partnership agreement with Sixth of October Development and Investment Company (SODIC) to jointly develop Egypt’s first fully integrated wellness and sustainable community within “MADA”, New Cairo. The project, valued at EGP 110 billion, marks a significant step in Egypt’s ongoing urban expansion and sustainable city development efforts.