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Amaal Developer

Amaal (meaning 'aspiration' in Arabic) is a Dubai luxury real estate turnkey company led by Abdulla Lahej — the former CEO of Emaar Properties (appointed in 2014 after 14 years with the group). It is backed by Ayana Holding, a multi-asset platform Lahej co-founded in 2014. Its flagship project, Amaal 8 in Meydan Horizon (MBR City), is a 48-storey tower with 512 units that sold out rapidly. The company has also signed an AED 1.8 billion collaboration with MANSORY for its first Branded Residences.

Founder Abdulla Lahej (Founder; former CEO of Emaar Properties) HQ Dubai, United Arab Emirates RERA registered
Luxury
Segment
Amaal 8
Project
MANSORY
Partnership
THE TRACK RECORD

Amaal Developer's record.

One of Dubai's most talked-about launches of 2024 — Abdulla Lahej is a leading figure in Dubai real estate, having overseen some of Emaar's most iconic projects. The launch of Amaal is regarded as one of the most significant strategic moves of 2024.

Delivery record

Amaal 8 in Meydan Horizon (MBR City) — 48 storeys, 512 units. Construction began in September 2024, with handover in Q4 2028. An AED 1.8B partnership with MANSORY delivers the brand's first Branded Residences.

Financial strength

Backed by Ayana Holding — a multi-asset platform offering real estate, master-planning, design and strategic delivery services. AED 1.8B partnership with MANSORY.

FounderAbdulla Lahej (Founder; former CEO of Emaar Properties)
HQDubai, United Arab Emirates
TypePrivate · part of Ayana Holding
Active projects1
Entry pricefrom 1.8M AED
SIGNATURE COMMUNITIES

Amaal Developer flagship destinations.

Residential tower
Amaal 8
Meydan Horizon, MBR City — 48 storeys, 512 units (1-5BR). Infinity Collection on the upper floors. 1BR from AED 1,250,888. Sold out rapidly. Handover Q4 2028
Branded Residences
Amaal × MANSORY
First Branded Residences project in partnership with MANSORY — AED 1.8 billion. Full details to be announced
WHAT SETS THEM APART

What makes Amaal Developer special.

Property types ApartmentsPenthousesBranded Residences
Price segment Luxury

Signature style

Lifestyle-driven residences with sophisticated, functional design. The Infinity Collection on the upper floors of Amaal 8 is a luxury penthouse concept. The design blends urban sophistication with nature, close to the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary.

1 ACTIVE PROJECT

All projects by Amaal Developer.

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GOOD TO KNOW

Common questions about Amaal Developer.

Who founded Amaal?+

Abdulla Lahej — the former CEO of Emaar Properties (Group CEO in 2014 after 14 years with the group). He has overseen some of Dubai's most iconic projects. He is also Chairman and co-founder of Ayana Holding (2014).

What is Amaal 8?+

The flagship project in Meydan Horizon (MBR City) — a 48-storey tower with 512 units (1-5BR plus the Infinity Collection on the upper floors). From AED 1,250,888. Handover Q4 2028.

What is the partnership with MANSORY?+

AED 1.8 billion — Amaal × MANSORY for the first Branded Residences of the bespoke automotive brand. A significant milestone in Dubai's branded residences market.

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