Aldar Announces Baccarat Residences Saadiyat—Sou Fujimoto's First UAE Project

  • Feb 13, 2026

In a landmark move for Abu Dhabi’s luxury real estate landscape, Aldar Properties has unveiled Baccarat Residences Saadiyat, a prestigious new development set within the iconic Saadiyat Cultural District. The announcement is particularly significant as the project marks the first UAE residential commission by internationally acclaimed Japanese architect Sou Fujimoto, bringing his visionary design philosophy to one of the region’s most culturally important destinations.

Overlooking world-renowned landmarks including Louvre Abu Dhabi and the soon-to-open Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, Baccarat Residences Saadiyat is positioned at the very heart of art, architecture, and waterfront elegance. The development will comprise just 77 exclusive homes, thoughtfully distributed across two sculptural buildings. The collection includes refined two- and three-bedroom residences, expansive four-bedroom sky villas, and two signature penthouses, offering a rare level of privacy and distinction.

The address itself is one of the most sought-after in the emirate. Saadiyat Cultural District is home to cultural institutions such as Berklee Abu Dhabi and Zayed National Museum, and will soon welcome the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi. Residents will also enjoy proximity to the upcoming Saadiyat Grove, a vibrant retail and lifestyle hub set to enhance the district’s appeal.

True to Fujimoto’s celebrated architectural approach, the design draws inspiration from the natural rhythm of Saadiyat Island’s shoreline. Flowing lines and undulating forms create a sculptural composition that seamlessly blends nature with contemporary living. The result is not merely a residential project, but a defining architectural statement — one that further elevates Abu Dhabi’s position as a global cultural and design capital.

Source: Construction Week Online