Amali Properties develops ultra-luxury waterfront residences in Dubai for affluent buyers seeking bespoke villas, apartments and penthouses. Its model combines off-plan sales with curated design, private amenities and resort-style services, across island, canal, Palm Jumeirah and City Walk settings and communities.
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AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
AI-researched delivery record, not yet confirmed by the developer. Dates may be approximate; original sources are linked.
AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
| Project | Overall | Structure & systems | Management & living |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa ElainePalm Jumeirah, Dubai | 6.5/ 10 | —/ 10 | 6.5/ 10 |
The only published aggregate found is Property Finder’s 4.1/5 Palm Jumeirah community rating from 6 reviews; because it has fewer than 10 reviews, the score is kept within one point of 6.5 and set at 6.5. The community comments are mostly favorable but the recurring traffic/public-transport complaint does not change the anchored result, and no Villa Elaine-specific structural evidence supports a structure score. | |||
No Villa Elaine-specific engineering or resident physical-condition review was published in the material read. Property Finder does publish a community-level “Maintenance” sub-score of 4.2/5, but it is for Palm Jumeirah rather than evidence about this individual villa. | The published feedback describes Palm Jumeirah as “exclusive and premium,” with unbeatable waterfront views, clean beaches, privacy and a polished mix of restaurants, gyms and cafés. The main operational drawback is access: one review says traffic builds near entry points and public transport is not ideal, while another says the island’s experience is dampened by noise and heavy traffic. |
DUTCO was appointed for marine works in 2024 and for Amali Island’s AED700 million main works and interior fit-out package.
Van Oord dredged and merged two World Islands into the platform for the 24-villa development.
AHS Properties co-develops the 211-home Amali Residences project with Amali Properties.
Killa Design is the architectural studio for Amali Residences.
HBA Residential provides the interiors for Amali Residences and the Ultra and Terra interiors for Amali Island.
ELASTIC is the architect for the Amali Island villas, with Minima and Grande architectural approaches.
SquareM Design provides landscaping for Amali Residences.
AE7 provides engineering for Amali Residences.
Amali Properties announced on Friday that it has awarded a AED700 million ($190.61 million) main works and interior fit-out works contract for its flagship ultra-luxury development, Amali Island, to DUTCO Construction
The 24-villa development sits on a newly created 1.2 million square foot platform formed after dredging contractor Van Oord merged two of the World Islands into a single landmass.
Amali Residences is a 211-home ultra-luxury tower co-developed by Amali Properties, founded by Amira and Ali Sajwani, and AHS Properties, founded by Abbas Sajwani.
Anchored on the Dubai Water Canal in Al Wasl, 8 minutes from Burj Khalifa, Amali Residences is a twin-tower architectural statement signed by Killa Design
Interiors are curated by HBA Residential, landscaping by SquareM Design and engineering by AE7.
Designed by award-winning architects, ELASTIC, the villas at Amali Island offer two distinct architectural approaches: Minima and Grande
Interiors are curated by HBA Residential, landscaping by SquareM Design and engineering by AE7.
Interiors are curated by HBA Residential, landscaping by SquareM Design and engineering by AE7.
| DEVELOPER LICENCE | 1524 Dubai real-estate licensing records as reproduced by Lankea · AE |
| United Arab Emirates | active 2 projects tracked |
| Residential, for sale | 2 of 2 |
We are proud to unveil Amali Island as a testament to our dedication to redefining luxury living in Dubai.Ali Sajwani 01/05/2024https://www.alisajwani.ae/home-banner/ali-and-amira-sajwani-officially-launch-amali-properties/
Amali means ‘my hopes’ in Arabic, and we chose this name because we want to focus on the hopes and dreams of our customers and bring them to life.Gulf Business 14 June, 2023https://gulfbusiness.com/en/2023/real-estate/damac-ali-sajwani-on-the-groups-transformation/
### Bachelor of Arts and Science - BA, Economics at [Northeastern University]
### Bachelor of Arts and Science - BA, Economics at [Northeastern University]
# Ali Hussain Sajwani
# Ali Hussain Sajwani
### Managing Director - Operations, Finance & Hospitality - [DAMAC Properties] (Current)
### Co-Founder - [PRYPCO] (Current)
### Managing Director - Operations, Finance & Hospitality - [DAMAC Properties] (Current)
“We are proud to unveil Amali Island as a testament to our dedication to redefining luxury living in Dubai,” explains Ali Sajwani, Co-founder and CEO of Amali.
“Amali means ‘my hopes’ in Arabic, and we chose this name because we want to focus on the hopes and dreams of our customers and bring them to life.
Ali Sajwani, Co-founder and CEO, and Amira Sajwani, Co-founder of Amali Properties, officially launched the brand at The Royal Atlantis, Dubai.
Sep 2023 - Present (3 years and 1 month)
Ali Sajwani, co-founder and CEO of Amali Properties, a Dubai-based boutique ultra-luxury property development firm that he co-founded with his sister Amira Sajwani.
Department: General Management • Level: Founder
Managing Director at DAMAC Properties, Founder & CEO of Amali Properties
Total Experience: 12 years
### Managing Director - Operations, Finance & Hospitality - [DAMAC Properties](https://www.linkedin.com/company/damac-properties) (Current)
After graduating with a degree in economics from Northeastern University in Boston in 2014
Ali Sajwani, Co-founder and CEO, and Amira Sajwani, Co-founder of Amali Properties, officially launched the brand at The Royal Atlantis, Dubai.
I am pleased and excited to see the response that Amali has received after the launch of our most recent project, Amali Island.Economy Middle East 19 Aug 2024https://economymiddleeast.com/news/interview-with-amira-sajwani-on-continuing-family-legacy/
We sold 22 of the 24 beachfront mansions in the first month of the launch of our project which is valued at $544.5 million.Economy Middle East 19 Aug 2024https://economymiddleeast.com/news/interview-with-amira-sajwani-on-continuing-family-legacy/
She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Project Management for Construction from University College London (UCL) in 2012... she went on to pursue a Master’s degree in Finance at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in 2016
### Master's degree Finance at [The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)]
She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Project Management for Construction from University College London (UCL) in 2012
She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Project Management for Construction from University College London (UCL) in 2012
# Amira Sajwani
# Amira Sajwani
Amira Sajwani is the managing director of sales & development at DAMAC Properties; founder and CEO of PRYPCO; co-founder of Amali Properties.
### Founder and CEO - [PRYPCO] (Current)
### Managing Director, Sales & Development - [DAMAC Properties] (Current)
“I am pleased and excited to see the response that Amali has received after the launch of our most recent project, Amali Island.
“We sold 22 of the 24 beachfront mansions in the first month of the launch of our project which is valued at $544.5 million.
- Amira Sajwani: Co-founder and COO
Sep 2023 - Present (2 years and 10 months)
Amira Sajwani is the managing director of sales & development at DAMAC Properties; founder and CEO of PRYPCO; co-founder of Amali Properties.
Co-Founders: Ali & Amira Sajwani
- Amira Sajwani: Co-founder and COO
Amira Sajwani is the managing director of sales & development at DAMAC Properties; founder and CEO of PRYPCO; co-founder of Amali Properties.
### Founder and CEO - [PRYPCO] (Current)
### Bachelor's degree Project Management for Construction at [UCL]
### Master's degree Finance at [The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)]
- Amira Sajwani: Co-founder and COO
### Master of Business Administration (MBA), Project Management at [The University of Manchester]
### Master of Business Administration (MBA), Project Management at [The University of Manchester]
### B.SC, Architecture & Urban Planning at [Suez Canal University]
### B.SC, Architecture & Urban Planning at [Suez Canal University]
# Moataz Abdel-Wahab
### [AlDar Properties]
### Delivery Lead / Senior Project Manager - [AECOM]
### [KEO Group]
### Senior Architect - Kuwait Technical Consulting Bureau
### Design Architect - EEC
Mar 2026 - Present (7 months)
Architect with 20 years of experience in the Design, Construction and Project Management of major projects including Residential, Retail, Mixed-use, Office, Leisure and Hospitality.
### Senior Vice President | Head of Development & Design - [AMALI Properties] (Current)
### Senior Vice President | Head of Development & Design - [AMALI Properties] (Current)
Architect with 20 years of experience in the Design, Construction and Project Management of major projects including Residential, Retail, Mixed-use, Office, Leisure and Hospitality.
### [AlDar Properties]
Architect with 20 years of experience in the Design, Construction and Project Management of major projects
### Master of Business Administration (MBA), Project Management at [The University of Manchester]
### Senior Vice President | Head of Development & Design - [AMALI Properties] (Current)
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Accountancy
### Master of Business Administration - MBA Accountancy at [Pacific States University]
Bachelor of Commerce, Cost Accounting & Secretarial Practice
### Bachelor of Commerce Cost Accounting & Secretarial Practice at [Savitribai Phule Pune University]
# Faisal Kazi, MBA
### Finance Manager - Modon Properties PJSC
### Group Finance Controller
### Financial Analyst Supervisor - [Agility Government Services]
### Financial Analyst - Noor Kuwait LBO Fund LP
### Junior Financial Analyst - Enterprise Rent A Car Inc
### Los Angeles Unified School District
Feb 2026 - Present (7 months) in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Conducted investment feasibility analysis for development projects and presented findings directly to the Managing Director. Established IFRS 15 revenue recognition framework, benchmarked against leading UAE real estate developers.
### Director of Finance And Operations - [AMALI Properties] (Current)
Total Experience: 21 years and 9 months
### Finance Manager - Modon Properties PJSC
Established IFRS 15 revenue recognition framework, benchmarked against leading UAE real estate developers.
### Master of Business Administration - MBA Accountancy at [Pacific States University]
### Director of Finance And Operations - [AMALI Properties] (Current)
### Master of Business Administration - MBA Strategic Human Resources Management and Leadership at [Cardiff Metropolitan University]
### Master of Business Administration - MBA Strategic Human Resources Management and Leadership at [Cardiff Metropolitan University]
# Aswin Kumar G
### Director of People & Culture - MENA - [Shory]
### [Eagle Hills UAE]
### Regional Manager Talent & Performance - MENAT - [Kraft Heinz]
### Assistant Manager Human Resources - [ZULEKHA HOSPITAL]
Oct 2025 - Present (11 months) in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Aswin is a distinguished HR leader with over 20 years of global experience, widely…
### Head of Talent - People & Culture - [AMALI Properties] (Current)
### Head of Talent - People & Culture - [AMALI Properties] (Current)
Aswin is a distinguished HR leader with over 20 years of global experience, widely…
### Head of Talent Acquisition & Performance - MENA & Eastern Europe
### Master of Business Administration - MBA Strategic Human Resources Management and Leadership at [Cardiff Metropolitan University]
### Head of Talent - People & Culture - [AMALI Properties] (Current)
# Khodr G. Elmasri
### [Sobha Realty]
### [Marriott International]
### Banquet Manager - [W Hotels]
### General Manager - Millennium Restaurants
### Operations Auditor - Saudi Catering & Contracting Company
### Director Of Banquets
Mar 2026 - Present (7 months) in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
I’m proud to step into my role as Director of Business Development at Amali Properties. With a focus on fostering strategic partnerships, driving sustainable growth, and contributing to a brand redefining ultra-luxury living, I look forward to what lies ahead.
### Director of Business Development - [AMALI Properties] (Current)
Total Experience: 21 years and 7 months
### General Manager - Hospitality
### Director of Events - Complex - Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
### Director of Business Development - [AMALI Properties] (Current)
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| Project | Location | Type | Units | Floors | Area | Cost | Payment plan | Launched | Construction start | Original target | Handover | Delay | Confidence | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Amaya | Dubai, United Arab Emirates Palm Jumeirah | residential for sale | — | G + 1 floor + R | — | AED 100m sale price | 60/401 | 2024 | July 17, 2024 | — | Jan 2025 – Mar 2025 | — | not scorable | completed |
| Villa Elaine | Dubai, United Arab Emirates Palm Jumeirah | residential for sale | — | G + 1 floor + Roof | — | AED 150m sale price | 60/401 | — | — | — | Jul 2024 – Sep 2024 | — | not scorable | completed |
| Coverage | active |
| Tracked since | October 6, 2026 |
| Last checked | October 14, 2026 this month |
| Profile last researched | October 14, 2026 |
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