Branded residences are on the rise, with the sector growing 160% in the past decade — and the number of schemes is expected to nearly double globally by 2030. Dubai is home to more of these real estate projects than anywhere else in the world, with new designer residences like the Bulgari Lighthouse, pictured in this digital rendering by ACPV ARCHITECTS and Neverending Studio. Look through the gallery to see more of Dubai's luxury branded residences.
Bulgari Hotels & Resorts
Located next to the Bulgari resort, the Bulgari Lighthouse offers fully furnished apartments so "you can enter your house (for the first time) with your luggage, exactly as you would in a hotel," says Patricia Viel, CEO of ACPV Architects, the firm behind the building's design. The living area is pictured here in a digital rendering by ACPV ARCHITECTS and Neverending Studio.
Bulgari Hotels & Resorts
Announced last month, the Armani Beach Residences on Palm Jumeirah (pictured in this digital rendering) offer luxury living in a prime location. The facilities include a residents-only spa, a cigar lounge and access to a private beach.
Arada
The residences combine the minimalist designs of award-winning Japanese architect Tadao Ando with Armani's subdued luxury aesthetic, pictured in this digital rendering.
Arada
Overlooking Dubai Creek, the Palazzo Versace Dubai opened in 2016 with 169 two- to four-bedroom residences available for long-term rental.
Palazzo Versace Dubai
The residences channel Versace's signature baroque style and infuse elements from classical Roman art and design.
Palazzo Versace Dubai
A collaboration between Swiss watch manufacturer Franck Muller and property developer London Gate, the Aeternitas Tower (pictured in this render) will be the world's tallest residential clock tower, reaching a staggering 450 meters (1,476 feet).
London Gate
The 106-story structure will have 649 apartments and duplexes, with access to housekeeping, a concierge service, a 24-hour valet and porter, and facilities including a gym, yoga studio, and swimming pool, pictured in this render.
London Gate
Four Seasons was one of the first luxury hospitality names to expand into branded residences, in the 1980s. Its Dubai residences opened in 2022, and all 28 of its luxury apartments and villas sold out within three months of launch.
Four Seasons
While many branded residences are located adjacent to the brand's hotel or resort, Four Seasons Residences Dubai is a standalone residence that offers complete privacy for its residents, but with Four Seasons staff on-site to run and manage the building.
Four Seasons
Six Senses Residences The Palm, Dubai (pictured in this digital rendering) will prioritize health with a 5,574-square-meter (60,000 square foot) wellness club, which includes a longevity clinic, IV lounge, a "bio-hacking" room and spa.
Six Senses Residences The Palm, Dubai
Situated in Dubai Marina, the 70-story Cavalli Tower (pictured in this digital rendering) is the result of a partnership between Roberto Cavalli and DAMAC Group. The Dubai-based private investment company purchased the struggling Italian fashion house in 2019. The move into real estate can help fashion brands diversify their income as they make money through licensing or management fees.
DAMAC Group
The glass-walled, 58th-floor sky pool, pictured in this digital rendering, is surrounded by dining outlets, and will be the heart of Cavalli Tower's exclusive social and leisure space.
DAMAC Group
Overlooking the Burj Khalifa, the St. Regis Downtown Dubai opened in 2021. Its sleek one- to three-bedroom residences bring the hotel brand's signature Art Deco, New York style to the Emirates, pictured in this digital rendering.
The St. Regis Residences, Downtown Dubai
The success of St. Regis Downtown, Dubai (pictured in this digital rendering) led to the brand's second development in the city: the St. Regis Residences, Financial Center Road, which isexpected to open in late 2025.