Tourism Development & Investment Company (TDIC), the master developer of major tourism, cultural and residential destinations in Abu Dhabi, UAE, has awarded the main construction contract for Jawaher Saadiyat, a residential community at Saadiyat Beach District, to Al Jaber Building.

The contract is valued at Dh370 million ($100 million) and the project is on a 24-month delivery from mobilisation on site, said a TDIC statement.

Ali Majed Al Mansoori, TDIC’s chairman, said: “We are pleased to announce the awarding of the main contract for Jawaher Saadiyat, the latest residential community at the Saadiyat Beach District, which adds to Saadiyat’s appeal as a destination of choice in the market.

"TDIC has already received much interest from investors for Jawaher due to its prime location overlooking the Saadiyat golf course and the sense of exclusivity it offers to residents. We are confident that once completed, it will drive demand for our real estate offerings on Saadiyat even further,” he said.

Obaid Khaleefa Al Jaber Al Marri, chairman of Al Jaber Group, said: “We are proud to be chosen by TDIC to execute this project. Having previously developed more than 7,000 villas in numerous prestigious projects, Al Jaber Building is looking forward to join hands with TDIC to develop yet another great milestone.”

Located within the Saadiyat Beach District and overlooking the spectacular views of the Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, Jawaher Saadiyat will feature 83 exclusive units comprising four- to six-bedroom villas and four-bedroom townhouses designed in a contemporary and modern style. The built-up area of villas ranges from 636 to 1,268 sq m, and include two to four shaded car parks. The townhouses area ranges from 462 to 464 sq m and include two shaded car parks.

The villas have been designed to respect the regional requirements for privacy and serviceability, while embracing and including all the conveniences of a modern lifestyle.  Designed by DSA with interiors by Bishop Design, this modern family-based residence features bold geometrical styles accented by glass, stone and wood that imbue the spacious indoor and outdoor areas with a remarkable, modern aesthetic, said the statement.

Residents will enjoy easy access to first-class facilities, which include a security-controlled gate, beautifully landscaped grounds, multi-use games area, a gym, a children’s outdoor playground, adults and children swimming pools, male and female prayer rooms, ample parking for residents and guests, a café, a  restaurant, a mini mart, a salon and a linear park.  - TradeArabia News Service