Omniyat launches The Alba, new Zaha Hadid Architects-designed residences in Dubai

In partnership with Omniyat

With organic, maritime forms redolent of luxury cruise ship design, The Alba is a new garden-retreat destination on the shores of Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, a project by developer Omniyat, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA), and managed by hospitality group Dorchester Collection.

Set to open in 2028, the ultra-luxury Alba Residences – from two- and three-bedroom units to three- and four-bedroom simplex and duplex units and penthouses – feature bold, bright, and expansive interiors designed by Gilles & Boissier, with 3m-plus ceiling heights and spectacular views of Dubai’s famous cityscape.

Gardens crafted by international award-winning landscape architect Vladimir Djurovic are designed to add serenity and beauty, integrating the natural world with the residences’ striking architecture. The distinctive, arcing shapes of the buildings emerge from gardens enriched with waterfalls and lily ponds and shaded walkways.

Tailored for those seeking a life of privacy and tranquillity, The Alba elevates luxury living with a focus on living well. The project is designed with architectural longevity and sustainability in mind, while also offering residents a connection to nature, outstanding culinary experiences, indulgent branded spa treatments, and elegantly appointed rooms. Each residence also has its own private amenities, including private pools, outdoor jacuzzis, and elevated sun platforms, all placed on expansive outdoor terraces.

‘Each space will be a sanctuary within an exclusive enclave,’ says Christopher Cowdray, president of Dorchester Collection. ‘This next-level lifestyle and hospitality experience will be combined with the impeccable service of Dorchester Collection. With panoramic views across the sea, The Alba’s expansive private terraces and immersive wellness offerings will cultivate a sophisticated oasis for reawakening, reconnection and renewal.’

Says Mahdi Amjad, founder and executive chairman of Omniyat, ‘Dubai derives so much of its charm and lifestyle from its seaside location; The Alba enhances this connection by offering a personalised waterfront experience.’ By merging ultra-luxury with curated living, the developer pushes the boundaries of design, craft, and excellence, collaborating with some of the world’s most visionary creative minds to offer ‘a harmonious blend of nature and cutting-edge design’.

‘Each space will be a sanctuary within an exclusive enclave,’ says Christopher Cowdray, president of Dorchester Collection. ‘This next-level lifestyle and hospitality experience will be combined with the impeccable service of Dorchester Collection. With panoramic views across the sea, The Alba’s expansive private terraces and immersive wellness offerings will cultivate a sophisticated oasis for reawakening, reconnection and renewal.’

The project exemplifies and honours the legacy of ZHA’s founder, Zaha Hadid – spatially inventive, artistically refined, and technologically advanced. The design aims to meet the highest level of certification from the WELL Building Standard, aligning with Omniyat’s goal of infusing luxury with ecological responsibility.

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