Residences

Construction & Real Estate

Dhofar takes over completion of 240-unit Oman residential project

Wed, 08 Jul 2026

Oman's Dhofar Municipality is moving ahead with the final phase of the Sahl Hamran housing project in Salalah, which includes construction of 240 residences, after years of delays. The move comes after the municipality took over the remaining works and retendered the project, said a report.

Construction & Real Estate

Anax launches 121-unit Dubai residential development

Tue, 07 Jul 2026

Anax Developments has announced the launch of Kyomi Residences, a contemporary residential development located within Warsan Fourth district in Dubai. Set for 2027 handover, Kyomi Residences features 121 apartments offering a mix of studios, one- and limited two-bedroom units.

Construction & Real Estate

Alyakka starts delivery of 71 premium Jumeirah Garden City homes

Thu, 23 Jul 2026

UAE-based Alyakka Developers has begun handing over the units at Waha Living, its inaugural freehold residential development in Jumeirah Garden City in Dubai, featuring 71 residences with a mix of studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments along with private balconies.

Construction & Real Estate

Knowledge Economic City in deal to develop $359m mixed-use project

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Knowledge Economic City (KEC) has signed an agreement with Saudi group Alrashid Properties to develop a premium mixed-use project - the Multaqa Residences - in Madinah on a 149,520 sq m area. The SAR1.35 billion ($359 million) project will boast branded residences as well as retail and hospitality assets.

Lifestyle

Sobha Realty plans record handover of 6,819 units in 2026

Mon, 20 Jul 2026

Sobha Realty, a leading global luxury real estate developer, is planning to hand over 6,819 units across Dubai in 2026, representing a total sales value of approximately AED21.6 billion ($5.88 billion).

Construction & Real Estate

Residential construction embraces high-performance homes amid sustainability push

Thu, 16 Jul 2026

Residential developers are under mounting pressure to meet evolving buyer expectations and stricter sustainability standards while delivering long-term value. As the global construction industry is set to hit $16.1 trillion by 2030, high-performance homes are emerging as a key solution, said an industry expert.

Construction & Real Estate

Modon, Nammos to develop luxury lifestyle destination in Egypt

Thu, 16 Jul 2026

Abu Dhabi-based Modon Holding has joined hands with hospitality brand Nammos for the launch of its first fully integrated destination in Egypt - Nammos Ras El Hekma. Part of the $35 billion Ras El Hekma masterplan, it will boast branded homes, a luxury resort, restaurant and beach club.

Construction & Real Estate

Nakheel unveils 222 new Palm Central beachfront residences

Thu, 25 Jun 2026

Dubai master developer Nakheel has released the next phase of Palm Central Private Residences on Palm Jebel Ali, reflecting continued demand for premium beachfront living in Dubai. The project features 222 residences across three low- to mid-rise buildings.

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Hassan Allam JV lands Waldorf Astoria superblock contract in Diriyah

Sun, 21 Jun 2026

Hassan Allam Holding, a leading engineering and construction company in the Mena region, said one of its key subsidiaries, in a joint venture with UCC Saudi, has secured the contract for Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Residences & Mixed Use Super Block located within the kingdom's mega development Diriyah.

Construction & Real Estate

ZaZEN starts handover of its LEED-certified residential project

Sat, 20 Jun 2026

UAE-based ZāZEN Properties has announced that it has officially begun the handover phase of its community-focused project, ZāZEN Ivy, located within the Al Furjan development. Rising six storeys, ZāZEN Ivy is the company’s second LEED-certified property.