SAMANA Developers Unveils AED4bn World Islands Project with 840 Branded Residences
Dubai’s World Islands is set to welcome a residential development valued at more than AED4 billion ($1.09 billion), featuring 840 branded residences, floating villas and regular yacht connections to mainland Dubai.
SAMANA Developers has announced the project as the first development under SAMANA COLLECTA, its newly launched premium real estate brand.
The World Islands project marks the debut of SAMANA COLLECTA, a premium real estate platform designed to support the developer’s expansion across Dubai and selected international markets.
SAMANA Developers said it has launched 54 projects in Dubai and established itself among the emirate’s top 10 developers.
The new brand will focus on residential destinations that combine distinctive locations, design partnerships and lifestyle-focused amenities.
“The first chapter of SAMANA was about proving that we could scale, compete and establish ourselves among Dubai’s leading developers. SAMANA COLLECTA is about what comes next. We are taking what we have learned and applying it to the premium segment, with a sharper focus on location, design, experience and the way people want to live,” Farooq said.
Following its Dubai launch, the developer plans to explore additional lifestyle-led and waterfront destinations in international markets through SAMANA COLLECTA.
The development will comprise seven floating villas and two tree villas, alongside apartments ranging from studios to four-bedroom residences.
Prices are expected to start below AED2 million ($544,000), with all residences designed to offer sea views.
The project is being positioned as a year-round residential destination, catering to permanent residents rather than primarily serving holidaymakers and occasional visitors.
Planned yacht shuttle services will connect the island with mainland Dubai at 30-minute intervals. The embarkation points are expected to be announced closer to the project’s launch.
Residents will also have access to co-working facilities, high-speed connectivity, a dedicated welcome centre, retail outlets and essential everyday services.
The developer plans to have core residential amenities and services operational from the first handover. Dining facilities will include a floating Italian restaurant developed in collaboration with a Michelin-recognised culinary partner.