ZAYA

ZAYA is a UAE-based boutique real estate and hospitality developer known for creating design-led destinations that integrate nature, wellness and contemporary living. Founded by Emirati entrepreneur Nadia Zaal, the company is associated with landmark developments including Nurai Island, Hameni and the vision behind Al Barari. ZAYA focuses on low-density communities, distinctive architecture and experiences designed around privacy, sustainability and well-being.

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Who is ZAYA?

ZAYA is a boutique developer and investment group associated with high-end real estate, hospitality, retreats and lifestyle-led projects across the UAE. The brand is led by Nadia Zaal, founder and CEO of Zaya Group, and is known for creating nature-focused spaces shaped around well-being, tranquillity, privacy and long-term lifestyle value. ZAYA is closely connected to landmark developments such as Al Barari and Nurai Island. Al Barari was established in 2005 as one of the region’s first integrated luxury and eco-conscious developments, spanning 15 million sq. ft. and known for its low-density master plan, greenery, themed gardens and nature-led living. In Dubai, ZAYA is currently associated with Lunaya by ZAYA, a luxury villa community from the creators of Al Barari. The project is positioned around waterfront villas, swimmable lagoons, landscaped green spaces and modern family living, with 4 and 5-bedroom residences, a 40/60 payment plan and starting prices from AED 4.9M. The developer is known for low-density communities, wellness-focused planning, greenery, water elements, privacy and architectural designs that feel calm, natural and refined. Its projects often appeal to buyers looking for villa living, outdoor spaces, community wellness, long-term value and a more peaceful alternative to dense urban living. For investors, ZAYA offers exposure to Dubai’s premium villa and townhouse market through a nature-led development approach backed by the reputation of the Al Barari team. Its communities are often considered by buyers seeking scarcity, lifestyle appeal, family demand, green surroundings and long-term appreciation potential in Dubai’s luxury residential market.

Creators of Al Barari

ZAYA is associated with the team behind Al Barari, one of Dubai’s most recognised nature-led luxury communities, known for greenery, low-density living and wellness-focused design.

Nature-Led Luxury

The developer focuses on homes shaped around greenery, water, privacy, calm surroundings and lifestyle value, creating communities that feel connected to nature.

Lagoon Community Focus

Lunaya by ZAYA is planned around waterfront villas, swimmable lagoons and landscaped green spaces, bringing a resort-style residential concept to Dubai’s villa market.

Investor Appeal

ZAYA projects attract buyers looking for premium villas, green surroundings, family-focused layouts, waterfront lifestyle, scarcity and long-term growth potential in Dubai.

ZAYA developments available through Elite Merit

Explore selected ZAYA projects available through Elite Merit, including luxury villas, lagoon residences, nature-led communities and wellness-focused homes across Dubai. Our team helps buyers compare available units, payment plans, locations, amenities and investment potential across ZAYA’s current developments.

Lunaya

Jebel Ali, Dubai

Starting From

AED 5,000,000

  • 4 Beds
  • Villa +1 type
  • Delivery: Q4 2029
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Why invest in ZAYA - by the numbers

ZAYA benefits from Dubai’s strong real estate performance, rising demand for premium villas and continued buyer interest in low-density, green and lagoon-led residential communities

AED 917B

Dubai real estate transaction value in 2025

Dubai’s real estate sector recorded over AED 917 billion in transactions in 2025, supported by more than 270,000 transactions across the year. This creates a strong market backdrop for premium lifestyle developers such as ZAYA.

Dubai Media Office
+25%

H1 2025 transaction value growth

Dubai real estate transactions exceeded AED 431 billion in H1 2025, marking 25% growth in transaction value compared with the same period in 2024. This reflects continued buyer and investor demand across Dubai’s property market.

Dubai Media Office
AED 326B

Real estate investments in H1 2025

Dubai recorded AED 326 billion in real estate investments in H1 2025, made by close to 95,000 investors. This investor depth supports demand for premium developers with lifestyle-led communities and limited villa supply.

Dubai Media Office
15M SQ. FT.

Al Barari eco-conscious community

Al Barari, connected to ZAYA’s development legacy, was established in 2005 as an integrated luxury and eco-conscious development spanning 15 million sq. ft. The community is recognised for low-density living, greenery and nature-led residential design.

ZAYA
900K SQ. FT.

Lunaya lagoon lifestyle

Lunaya by ZAYA is planned around a 900,000 sq. ft. lagoon, supporting its positioning as a luxury waterfront villa community with swimmable water features and resort-style living.

Lunaya by ZAYA
500 Villas

Limited waterfront villa community

Lunaya by ZAYA includes 500 exclusive waterfront villas, giving buyers access to a limited villa community shaped around water, greenery and private family living.

Lunaya by ZAYA

Your ZAYA specialist in Dubai

Elite Merit helps buyers and investors compare ZAYA developments with clarity, from lagoon villas and nature-led residences to wellness-focused communities and premium family homes across Dubai. Our team supports clients with project selection, unit comparison, payment plan review and investment guidance based on lifestyle goals, budget and long-term value.

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Project expertise

We help you understand ZAYA projects, available villas, layouts, lagoon features, green spaces, amenities, payment plans and handover timelines, so you can compare options with confidence before making a decision.

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Investment guidance

Our team reviews location strength, villa scarcity, rental demand, resale potential, price positioning and community growth to help you assess which ZAYA project aligns best with your investment strategy.

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End-to-end support

From shortlisting and availability checks to booking, documentation and post-purchase support, Elite Merit guides you through every step of buying a ZAYA property in Dubai.

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