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Palma Development awards contract for West Residence

The appointment extends a trusted partnership that began over a decade ago, reflecting Palma’s commitment to working with top-tier partners.

Palma Development has awarded an AED 760m construction contract to Khansaheb Civil Engineering to deliver the West Residence, a 46-storey tower, which represents phase one within Serenia District at Jumeirah Islands.

The appointment extends a trusted partnership that began over a decade ago, reflecting Palma’s commitment to working with top-tier partners capable of delivering complex residential projects to world-class standards.

The Serenia District development is valued at AED 5bn and features six integrated towers, centred around six unique lifestyle zones of the community: the Serenia Signature Clubhouse, Health and Social zone, Sports and Recreation spaces, Family Oasis, Nature Discovery zone, and a Wellness Retreat, which together will offer a unique lifestyle for residents. 

As the first tower within the masterplan, West Residence introduces 411 one-, two- and three-bedroom homes, with two signature penthouses at its crown.

“The Serenia brand has evolved into a trusted name for residents and investors who prioritise stability, quality, and long-term value. The returns delivered across our earlier developments reflect that commitment.

“As we enter the next chapter with Serenia District, we do so with full confidence in Khansaheb. They understand the essence of the Serenia brand, and that understanding is embedded in every phase of this development.”

Kareem Derbas, CEO, Palma Development

Ideally located in Jumeirah Islands, Serenia District offers the perfect balance between urban living and seclusion, just minutes from JLT, DMCC, Uptown, and Dubai Marina.

The community is interwoven with 20 kilometres of walkways, encouraging an active, outdoors-oriented lifestyle. Architectural elegance is further enhanced by a dynamic starlight façade, inspired by natural elements and designed to evolve beautifully from day into night.

“Our work with Palma Development and Banian began more than a decade ago, and it remains a partnership we care about deeply.

“Projects under the Serenia brand have always carried a clear vision and a commitment to exceptional quality, which aligns closely with our values. The development will be a defining addition to the Emirate, and we are proud to play a part in bringing it to life.”

Tariq Khansaheb, Chairman, Khansaheb Civil Engineering

Khansaheb’s role in West Residence builds on a long-standing connection with the Serenia brand. The contractor delivered Serenia Residences The Palm and is currently executing Serenia Living on Palm Jumeirah.

With a legacy dating back to 1935, Khansaheb is recognised for its ability to manage technically demanding projects with a disciplined approach to quality, safety, and on-schedule execution, strengths that align closely with the expectations set for Serenia District.

Bea Patel
Bea Patel
Bea is the Co-founder and Editor of Rental Living News UAE, BTR News, BTR News Australia and PBSA News - and has many years of experience in the media industry, with a specific focus on the property industry.
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