ALAIN Breaks Ground on $109m Vida Residences Saadiyat Island

ABU DHABI, UAE – ALAIN, a leading Abu Dhabi-based asset management company, has officially commenced construction on Vida Residences Saadiyat Island, marking the arrival of the first Vida-branded residences in the UAE capital.

The project, which has already achieved a full sell-out, reflects strong investor confidence in both ALAIN’s development approach and Emaar Hospitality Group’s ability to deliver a distinctive lifestyle-led residential offering. The strong market response further underscores the continued momentum in Abu Dhabi’s premium residential segment and growing demand for branded developments on Saadiyat Island.

The groundbreaking ceremony took place on-site and was attended by senior leadership from ALAIN and Emaar Hospitality Group, alongside key consultants and project partners. The start of construction marks the transition from planning into execution, signalling tangible progress on one of the island’s most anticipated developments.

Vida Residences Saadiyat Island will comprise 121 fully furnished residences, including one-, two- and three-bedroom units. The project is designed to reflect Vida’s signature blend of contemporary design, creative energy and connected living, targeting a new generation of entrepreneurs, creatives and global residents seeking integrated, experience-driven environments.

Khaled Al Khoori, Managing Director of ALAIN, said: “Breaking ground on Vida Residences Saadiyat Island represents an important milestone for ALAIN and reflects our commitment to delivering distinctive residential destinations shaped by design, community and experience. Vida’s vibrant, contemporary identity complements Saadiyat Island’s continued evolution.

We are proud to introduce a development that blends creativity, connectivity and hospitality within one of Abu Dhabi’s most sought-after locations.”

The development builds on Saadiyat Island’s growing reputation as a premium residential and cultural destination, offering proximity to world-class institutions, beachfront living and a carefully curated urban environment.

Nicolas Bellaton, Head of Hospitality at Emaar Hospitality Group, added: “Vida Residences Saadiyat Island marks an exciting milestone for the Vida brand as we introduce our first branded residences in Abu Dhabi. The development reflects Vida’s modern, community-driven ethos and reinforces our commitment to creating design-led residential experiences that resonate with a new generation of global residents.”

The project reflects a broader shift in the regional real estate market, where branded residences continue to gain traction, combining hospitality-led services with long-term residential living. As Abu Dhabi’s high-end market evolves, developments such as Vida Residences Saadiyat Island are positioned to play a key role in shaping the next phase of urban living in the emirate.