Dar wa Emaar launches two residential projects worth SR3.8bn

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Updated 17 November 2025
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Dar wa Emaar launches two residential projects worth SR3.8bn

Dar wa Emaar Real Estate Investment and Development Company, in partnership with the National Housing Company, announced the launch of two major residential communities — Al-Narjis Communities in the northern part of the capital, and Al-Fursan Communities in the northeast. The announcement was made during Dar wa Emaar’s participation in Cityscape Global 2025 in Riyadh. 

The two projects have a combined development value reaching SR3.8 billion ($1.01 billion). This launch reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to developing fully integrated urban communities aligned with the objectives of the Housing Program and Saudi Vision 2030 to enhance homeownership and the quality of life.

In northeast Riyadh, Al-Fursan Communities emerges as one of the first projects developed under Dar wa Emaar’s new “Communities” category. The development integrates villas, apartments, and commercial spaces within a unified masterplan offering a comprehensive living environment. As part of the exhibition, the company launched the first phase, the “Saraya Al-Fursan 3” project, which introduces a diverse selection of detached and semi-detached units featuring contemporary designs and high construction quality. The community includes more than 1,700 villas and townhouses, in addition to 814 apartments, all within a setting characterized by generous green spaces, walkable pathways, and well-distributed healthcare, educational, commercial, and religious facilities that serve all zones of the development.

In northern Riyadh, Al-Narjis Communities stands out as one of Dar wa Emaar’s most notable new developments, combining architectural quality with modern urban planning. The community features a variety of residential products including premium and affordable apartments, as well as a vibrant commercial zone, “Greens.” The development consists of three primary components, “Al-Narjis Heights,” comprising 210 premium apartments with elegant finishes, distinctive entrances, landscaped surroundings, and amenities including padel courts and social areas; “Al-Narjis Residence,” which offers 540 affordable apartments designed to meet the needs of a broad segment of Saudi families; and the “Greens” commercial strip, which provides a range of retail and service offerings that enhance community convenience and vitality. The project is distinguished by its open spaces, pedestrian-friendly pathways, and extensive green areas, with all construction and infrastructure works executed according to the highest standards of quality and sustainability.

In its statement, Dar wa Emaar said that the launch of Al-Narjis Communities and Al-Fursan Communities represents a strategic milestone that reinforces the company’s commitment to providing high-quality residential solutions tailored to the needs of different segments of the community. It also reflects the company’s dedication to developing modern urban environments aligned with the evolving lifestyle aspirations of Saudi families. 

Dar wa Emaar further noted that the introduction of its new “Communities” category marks a significant developmental direction for the company, reflecting its vision to create integrated communities that combine diverse product offerings with superior urban planning. The new category responds to growing demand for more holistic and higher-quality residential environments, and its launch at Cityscape Global underscores the exhibition’s status as a premier platform for presenting the future of urban development on both local and global levels.

Dar wa Emaar is recognized as one of the Kingdom’s leading national real estate developers, having delivered a series of major residential projects in recent years in partnership with NHC. The company reaffirmed its continued commitment to developing fully integrated communities that advance the Kingdom’s urban development goals and support the broader objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.


Zayed National Museum Opens in Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Cultural District

Updated 06 December 2025
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Zayed National Museum Opens in Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Cultural District

Zayed National Museum, the national museum of the United Arab Emirates and centerpiece of Saadiyat Cultural District, opened to the public Saturday.

The museum offers visitors a journey through the history of the UAE, from the earliest evidence of human habitation to the civilizations that shaped its culture and identity. It serves as a cultural bridge connecting the seven emirates, emphasizing their shared history and heritage.

The museum highlights the story of the UAE’s founding father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, presenting his life as a lens through which to explore the values and aspirations that underpin the nation.

Zayed National Museum features more than 1,500 objects across six permanent galleries, combining archaeological artifacts, historic objects, audiovisual and sensory experiences, contemporary installations and reconstructions. The visitor journey begins at the 600-meter outdoor Al Masar Garden and continues through galleries dedicated to Sheikh Zayed’s life, the UAE’s natural landscapes and the history of human habitation, with archaeological discoveries spanning 300,000 years.

Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, said: “As the national museum of the United Arab Emirates, Zayed National Museum tells the unfolding story of the land and its people. It demonstrates the unifying power of our history and our culture, providing a space where citizens, residents and visitors can see themselves reflected in the story of our people and our land. Bridging past, present and future, it will help shape how we understand the UAE’s evolving cultural narrative.”
Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Norman Foster of Foster + Partners, the museum’s opening marks a new chapter in the nation’s cultural legacy. It follows a landmark year that saw the openings of teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi and the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi in Saadiyat Cultural District, as well as the reopening of Al Ain Museum.

Monthlong Opening Program
To mark the milestone, Zayed National Museum is hosting a program of performances, workshops and cultural activities through Dec. 31 under the theme “Deep Roots and Everlasting Legacy.”

The program includes traditional Razfa and Naashat dances; an immersive Gahwa experience designed with Bait Al Gahwa, accompanied by poetry, Taghrooda music, Nahma seafaring chants and the Nadba mountain call; poetry performances; and musical recitals. Hands-on workshops will explore traditional crafts and arts inspired by the museum’s collections. Tours and workshops require advance booking.

The museum’s retail shop, Al Nagwa Boutique, offers a curated selection of gifts and souvenirs. Dining options include Erth Restaurant, Al Ghaf Cafe and the Garden Cafes.
Tickets and annual memberships are available at www.zayednationalmuseum.ae.