The Alba

The Alba, Dorchester Collection, Dubai is a sophisticated OMNIYAT development on Palm Jumeirah, created for clients who expect far more from a property than a prestigious address. It combines the privacy of a waterfront residence with the level of service expected of a five-star resort, offering direct access to the sea, a 250-metre private beach, extensive gardens and a full range of wellness and lifestyle facilities.

OMNIYAT is the developer, and the project’s distinctive architecture is the work of Zaha Hadid Architects. The buildings are surrounded by around 26,000 m² of carefully landscaped greenery designed by Vladimir Djurovic. Gardens, pools, shaded paths, cabanas and intimate lounging areas form a private oasis that leads towards the beach and the Arabian Gulf. It is a place where architecture has been deliberately combined with nature, water and the landscape of Palm Jumeirah.

The residences stand out for their space, natural light and panoramic outlook. The project’s exclusive character is reflected in the expansive glazing, large terraces, private plunge pools at selected residences and views of the sea, Palm Jumeirah and the Dubai skyline.

A key part of The Alba is a Wellness Centre of some 3,000 m², built around the ideas of recovery, longevity and a mindful approach to health. Residents will have the use of a spa, a modern fitness centre, vitality pools, extensive pools, relaxation areas and spaces dedicated to recovery and wellness. Taken together, these facilities create an environment designed as much for rest and a conscious focus on quality of life as for everyday living.

Another exceptional element of the concept is “From Soil to Soul”, The Alba’s own take on the farm-to-table idea. Ingredients used in the kitchens are to be grown, harvested and prepared on site, in line with natural seasonal cycles and the principles of regenerative agriculture. The concept combines high-end dining with a philosophy of wellness and mindful eating, making food an integral part of life at The Alba.

Completing the picture are Dorchester Collection services, which give residents a level of care associated with the most prestigious names in hospitality. They include a 24-hour concierge, valet, housekeeping and private dining, as well as help with arranging wellness services, travel and personalised experiences.

From a buyer’s point of view, The Alba brings together features that are naturally in short supply on Palm Jumeirah: a position right on the beachfront, 250 metres of private beach, architecture by Zaha Hadid Architects, 26,000 m² of greenery, private pools, extensive wellness and longevity facilities and Dorchester Collection service. This combination makes for an exceptional standard of living and also places the project at the top end of the Dubai property market.

The Alba is more than a residence on Palm Jumeirah: it is a private waterfront destination where the architecture of Zaha Hadid Architects, the 250-metre beach, Dorchester Collection, wellness, nature and the “From Soil to Soul” philosophy come together to create a complete way of living.