What Durar Group does

Durar Group is a Dubai-headquartered, privately held luxury real estate developer controlled by the Al Habib family, whose real estate operations trace to Riyadh in the 1930s and were formally established in the UAE in 2007. The company develops branded residential, mixed-use commercial, and mid-rise residential properties across Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah, with a current portfolio of nine developments including J ONE in the Burj Khalifa District, Jasmine Lane by Elie Saab at Jumeirah Golf Estates, Masa Residence by Philippe Starck/YOO on Al Marjan Island, Moonstone and Trio Isle by Missoni, Sidra Tower with Ali & Sons, Latifa Towers with RKM Real Estate, and Durar 1 in Dubailand.

Durar Group's core differentiator is its portfolio of licensing partnerships with globally recognized luxury fashion and design houses — Missoni, Elie Saab, and Philippe Starck/YOO — which it deploys to brand residential interiors across multiple projects. The company executes most developments through joint venture vehicles with UAE partners (Ali & Sons, RKM Real Estate, Octa Investments, F5) and sells units through a multi-channel distribution network that combines in-house sales offices, appointed regional brokers, and Christie's International Real Estate for international UHNW buyer reach. Revenue is generated through unit sales realized on construction-milestone installment plans, with transactions held in RERA-compliant escrow accounts.

The company also operates Durar Portal LLC, a separate technology entity providing salon management and booking software to the beauty and wellness industry — an unrelated vertical to its core real estate development business. Revenue is not publicly disclosed. Leadership is anchored by Chairman Ibrahim Al Habib (45+ years of real estate experience) and CEO Mohammed Miqdadi. The company is RERA-registered and PDPL-compliant, and was recognized in Construction Week's Power 150 Construction 2025 list.

Name

Durar Group

Legal name

Durar Group

Website

https://durargroup.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Durar Group is a Dubai-based, privately held luxury real estate developer controlled by the Al Habib family, developing branded residential and mixed-use commercial properties across Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah through partnerships with Missoni, Elie Saab, and Philippe Starck/YOO, targeting UHNWI and HNWI buyers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Real Estate Development

NAICS

Real Estate and Rental and Leasing (53), Lessors of Residential Buildings and Dwellings (531110)

SIC

Land Subdividers & Developers (No Cemeteries) (6552), Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury Villa Resorts & Branded Villa Communities (THAMAEAI)

Keywords

• Luxury real estate development
• Branded residences
• Residential property sales
• Commercial property development
• Mixed-use developments

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Residential Property Sales: Durar Group generates revenue through the sale of residential units across its completed and current development projects. Revenue is realized upon property handover to buyers. Payment structures typically include reservation deposits followed by installment plans tied to construction milestones, with balances settled at completion through escrow accounts compliant with UAE real estate regulations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Durar Group is a UAE-based real estate developer that designs, builds, and sells luxury and mid-range residential and mixed-use commercial properties across Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah. Its core offering is branded and non-branded residential units — apartments, townhouses, villas, and penthouses — in beachfront towers, golf estates, and urban high-rises, developed independently or in joint venture with partners such as RKM Real Estate and Ali & Sons. The company monetizes units through one-time property sales via direct sales offices and appointed third-party brokerages including Christie's International Real Estate.

Product overview

Durar Group is a UAE-based licensed real estate development company offering a portfolio of luxury and mid-range residential and commercial developments across Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah. The core portfolio includes branded luxury residences featuring collaborations with international designers (Missoni, ELIE SAAB, Philippe Starck/YOO), mid-rise family-focused residential buildings, and mixed-use commercial towers. The company operates multiple operating divisions including Durar Properties LLC, Durar Bay FZ LLC, Durar Octa FZ LLC, and Durar Portal LLC (a technology arm for beauty and wellness software solutions). Projects are either completed, handed over, or currently under development, with properties ranging from AED 326.7 billion market context for Dubai real estate.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Trio Isle by Missoni A bold beachfront branded residence development on Al Marjan Island featuring a distinctive three-tower architectural design with interiors by Missoni, curated residences, and expansive sea-facing views with resort-style amenities for luxury residential buyers.
• Masa Residence by YOO Inspired by Philippe Starck An iconic coral-influenced tower on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah branded by YOO and inspired by Philippe Starck, offering studios, 1-2 bedroom apartments, and villas with branded interiors and high-end coastal living. Project value reported as $190 million.
• Moonstone by Missoni A luxury beachfront development on Al Marjan Island with an M-shaped coral-inspired architecture and Missoni interior design, offering panoramic sea views from studios to 5-bedroom apartments and villas.
• J ONE by RKM Durar A sculptural twin-tower development in the Burj Khalifa District inspired by pearls and sea waves, developed in partnership with RKM Real Estate, featuring 363 residential units, luxury villas, and integrated retail along the Dubai Canal.
• Jasmine Lane by ELIE SAAB A collection of 138 designer townhouses within Jumeirah Golf Estates branded by ELIE SAAB, offering curated interiors, private pools, landscaped outdoor spaces, and community amenities in a premium gated golf community.
• Durar 1 A mid-rise residential building with 241 units and ground-floor retail in Dubailand Residence Complex, offering privacy, comfort, central air conditioning, and essential family-focused amenities in a suburban setting.
• Sidra Tower by Ali & Sons A 46-storey mixed-use development along Sheikh Zayed Road offering offices, hotel apartments, and retail spaces, developed in partnership with Ali & Sons, combining visibility with commercial functionality and hospitality services.
• Latifa Tower by RKM Two high-rise towers among the first freehold commercial towers on Sheikh Zayed Road, combining office, retail, and residential units designed to support both business operations and urban lifestyles.
• Durar Portal LLC A technology arm of Durar Group delivering advanced software and mobile solutions for the beauty and wellness industry, enabling seamless salon operations, bookings, and client engagement for salon and spa operators.

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and strategic.

• Philippe Starck / YOOflagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 10 February 2025Masa Residence is an iconic tower on Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah, branded by YOO and inspired by Philippe Starck. The project features coral-influenced architecture with organic design and branded interiors by YOO. Masa Residence is valued at $190 million and represents one of Durar Group's flagship branded residence projects targeting UHNWIs.
• MissoniflagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerMissoni provides interior design branding for multiple Durar Group projects including Trio Isle and Moonstone on Al Marjan Island. Missoni's signature colorful, pattern-rich aesthetic is applied to luxury residential interiors, differentiating Durar projects in the competitive branded residences market.
• Elie SaabflagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerElie Saab provides interior design branding for Jasmine Lane at Jumeirah Golf Estates. The 138-unit designer townhouse development features Elie Saab's elegant, fashion-forward aesthetic applied to residential interiors, including private pools, outdoor gardens, and community amenities.
• Ali & SonscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAli & Sons is a joint venture partner for Durar Al Emarat Properties LLC and co-developer of Sidra Tower. Ali & Sons is one of the UAE's largest family-owned business groups with diversified interests across multiple sectors.
• RKM Real EstatecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRKM Real Estate is a joint venture partner for RKM Durar Properties and co-developer of J ONE (twin-tower development in Burj Khalifa District) and Latifa Towers on Sheikh Zayed Road.
• Octa InvestmentscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOcta Investments partnered with Durar Group to form Durar Octa FZ LLC, delivering high-end freehold communities that redefine luxury living. The partnership recently announced a strategic collaboration with Emirates Islamic for a new luxury waterfront project in Ras Al Khaimah.
• F5strategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerF5 partnered with Durar Group to form Durar F5 FZ LLC, an exclusive alliance crafting iconic developments that blend architectural innovation with refined luxury.
• Christie's International Real EstateflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChristie's International Real Estate is appointed as the exclusive sales agent for Masa Residence. The partnership leverages Christie's global network of luxury real estate offices and high-net-worth clientele to market and sell units in the $190 million Philippe Starck/YOO branded development.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Aldar Properties: Abu Dhabi-headquartered major UAE developer with luxury residential projects across both emirates. Comparable UAE luxury developer but with primary footprint in Abu Dhabi rather than Dubai/Ras Al Khaimah.

Direct peers

• Select Group: Dubai-based developer of luxury residential towers along Dubai Marina and key corridors. Comparable mid-to-large luxury residential pipeline targeting HNW investors.
• Emaar Properties: UAE's largest listed developer; competes directly with Durar in luxury branded residences (Address, Vida brands) and operates a deep Dubai luxury project pipeline. Most relevant direct peer given scale overlap in luxury segment.
• Omniyat Group: Dubai-based ultra-luxury developer known for high-design branded projects (The Opus, Zaha Hadid-designed residences). Direct competitor in the trophy-asset UHNWI segment where Durar operates.
• Binghatti Developers: Dubai developer of branded luxury residences (Mercedes-Benz Places, Bugatti Residences, Jacob & Co). Competes head-to-head in Dubai's luxury branded-residence category targeting similar UHNWI buyers.
• Deyaar Development: Dubai-listed mid-tier developer with residential and mixed-use projects including Dubai Marina and Business Bay corridors where Durar also operates. Comparable mid-rise residential execution.
• Meraas: Dubai Holding subsidiary focused on luxury lifestyle developments including City Walk, Bluewaters, and Bulgari-branded residences. Comparable luxury positioning and prime-location strategy in Dubai.
• DAMAC Properties: Dubai-listed luxury developer known for fashion-branded residences (Versace, Cavalli, de Grisogono). Closest strategic parallel to Durar's Missoni/Elie Saab/Starck branded residences strategy targeting UHNWI buyers.

Broad incumbents

• Nakheel: Masters developer of iconic Dubai projects (Palm Jumeirah, The World Islands) and broad luxury residential portfolio. Larger incumbent with overlapping but broader residential scope than Durar's focused luxury strategy.
• Majid Al Futtaim Properties: Diversified UAE developer with mixed-use luxury and hospitality-tied residences (Taj, Le Méridien branded). Comparable branded-residence model but broader lifestyle/retail portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/durargroup
• Facebookfacebook.com/Durar-Group-61572191154849
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/durargroup
• Instagraminstagram.com/durar.group

Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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