KARL LAGERFELD Residences is coming to Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah — a landmark $1.4 billion ultra-luxury beachfront development that signals the iconic fashion house's boldest move yet into UAE real estate. The project, announced in December 2025, will bring 663 sea-view homes and a curated lifestyle destination to one of the region's fastest-rising addresses.
KARL LAGERFELD and AARK Developers Sign Historic Partnership
KARL LAGERFELD has partnered with AARK Developers to create KARL LAGERFELD Residences, an ultra-luxury beachfront residential development on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. The partnership was formally signed on December 10 in Paris at KARL LAGERFELD headquarters, with CEO Pier Paolo Righi and AARK Developers Chairman Rahul Kumar Gupta both present.
The project marks the brand's second branded real estate venture in the Middle East and is valued at over USD 1.4 billion. Completion is scheduled for 2028.
"This project marks a defining expression of how the KARL LAGERFELD universe can redefine modern living," said Pier Paolo Righi. "With AARK Developers, we are creating a signature landmark on Al Marjan Island that brings Karl's visionary design language into a breathtaking, large-scale residential experience."
663 Sea-View Residences Plus Ultra-Rare Villas
The development will deliver 663 sea-view homes ranging from one to four bedrooms, with select units offering private pools. The collection also includes:
- 20 podium villas - 10 ultra-exclusive sky villas and penthouses - 11 beachfront villas, each with its own private pool
The design draws on Karl Lagerfeld's iconic aesthetic — blending architectural precision with fashion-led design cues to create residences that feel as considered as couture.
A Curated Lifestyle Destination on the UAE Coast
Beyond the residences, KARL LAGERFELD Residences is conceived as a full lifestyle address. Residents will have access to two signature cafés and restaurants, a destination beach club, a sky bar with infinity pool, and a 1,000-foot private beach — resort-style living at an unprecedented scale in the UAE.
Rahul Kumar Gupta, Chairman of AARK Developers, described the collaboration as rooted in shared values: "What brought AARK Developers and Karl Lagerfeld together is a shared commitment to detail, refinement, and creating spaces with purpose. We believe great design goes beyond aesthetics — it shapes how people feel, interact, and live."
Al Marjan Island: The UAE's Emerging Luxury Hub
Al Marjan Island is rapidly cementing its place as a premier luxury destination in the UAE. The upcoming Wynn Al Marjan Island integrated resort — expected to open in 2027 — is set to further elevate the emirate's global profile, making the island an increasingly compelling address for high-net-worth buyers.
A formal Dubai launch event for KARL LAGERFELD Residences is planned for Q1 2026.
