ELIE SAAB AND EMIRATES DEVELOPMENT ANNOUNCE STELLAR BY ELIE SAAB, THE FIRST BRANDED RESIDENTIAL PROJECT ON YAS ISLAND

Abu Dhabi, November 13th, 2025 – Emirates Developments, a leading UAE-based real estate company recognised for its commitment to innovation and excellence, in collaboration with ELIE SAAB, the global luxury fashion and lifestyle brand, proudly announces STELLAR by ELIE SAAB, the first branded residential project to debut on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. Strengthening the island’s continued growth as a destination for contemporary living and investment, the project brings to life a distinctive vision of elegance and design, embodying ELIE SAAB’s vision of timeless interiors and architectural harmony within one of the UAE’s most dynamic communities.
Ideally positioned in the heart of Yas Island, STELLAR by ELIE SAAB integrates seamlessly within the island’s evolving landscape, complementing its renowned leisure, cultural, and waterfront destinations. Surrounded by the calm of the sea and the island’s natural scenery, the development enjoys direct access to Yas Island’s key attractions while offering residents a refined sense of privacy and
exclusivity.
Comprising 144 bespoke residences, the development offers a curated selection of 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments, 3- and 4-bedroom garden villas, and a 5- bedroom duplex penthouse, each designed to combine elegance, functionality, and space. Conceived as an architectural statement defined by balance, precision, and light, the project features clean geometries, expansive glass façades, and natural materials that create a dialogue between interior and exterior, with generous layouts and panoramic views across Yas Island.
“STELLAR by ELIE SAAB is a celebration of design, light and the art of living beautifully. At Royal Development Company, we’re proud to lead the project’s commercial journey, overseeing sales, marketing and operations to ensure every
step reflects the timeless elegance of the ELIE SAAB name. This collaboration
captures what we stand for: creating premium destinations that evolve spaces
and elevates lives”, said Tariq Nazzal, GM of Royal Development Company and
Royal Development Holding.
Reflecting the brand’s aesthetic of refined design and meticulous craftsmanship,
the interiors of STELLAR by ELIE SAAB embody the interior vision of ELIE SAAB,
translating the brand’s distinctive sense of elegance, proportion, and light into
every residence. Each space is conceived to create a living environment that is
both functional and timeless, defined by balance and architectural harmony. The
common areas are fully appointed with furniture and décor pieces from the ELIE
SAAB Maison collection, designed in collaboration between Elie Saab and Carlo
Colombo, and developed under license by Corporate Brand – A++ Group. All
pieces are crafted in Italy, combining exceptional quality with the Maison’s refined
aesthetic and attention to detail.
Our collaboration with Emirates Development marks an important milestone in
our growth in the region,” said Elie Saab Jr., Vice Chairman and CEO of ELIE
SAAB Group. “As a lifestyle brand, we aim to create experiences that go beyond
design, bringing beauty and harmony into the way people live. The vibrant spirit
of Yas Island perfectly embodies our vision of contemporary living.”
The development offers residents a curated range of amenities including a
swimming pool, wellness spa, fitness centre, lounges, cinemas, children’s play
zones, and boutique retail and dining spaces along the waterfront promenade.
Designed to foster connection, comfort, and wellbeing, these environments
extend the brand’s signature attention to detail beyond private residences to
shared spaces, shaping a distinctive living experience on Yas Island.
Set for completion in 2028, STELLAR by ELIE SAAB will stand as a timeless expression of balance between architecture, nature, and refined living.