MOVE
- Three mind and body studios (fitness, yoga, aerial yoga)
- Outdoor fitness area
- Sports courts
- Outdoor yoga deck
- Bike store and repair
- Indoor kids' club and outdoor play areas


Sei Saadiyat by Aldar
Saadiyat Cultural District · Abu Dhabi
Sei Saadiyat residences at sunset
Sei Saadiyat residence sunset view toward Zayed National Museum in Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi
Phase 1, 265 homes across two buildings, sales open 16 September 2026. Register for priority access
Phase 1, 265 homes across two buildings, sales open 16 September 2026. Register for priority access
Sei Saadiyat by Aldar is 778 homes across six residential buildings in Saadiyat Cultural District, from AED 2.95M on a 50/50 plan, handover Q4 2030. Phase 1, 265 homes across two buildings, sales open 16 September 2026. Architecture by Jacobs, interiors by Kettle Collective. Confirmed from Aldar, 7 September 2026.
Quick facts
| Beds | 1 to 3 bedroom, plus Kanso Lofts and Residences |
|---|---|
| From | AED 2.95M |
| Homes | 778 across 6 towers |
| Phase 1 | 265 homes across two buildings, 16 September 2026 |
| Sizes | 70 to 208 sqm |
| Payment plan | 50/50, 5% down |
| Handover | Q4 2030 (estimated) |
| Architect | Jacobs |
| Interiors | Kettle Collective |
| Location | Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi |
Confirmed from Aldar, 7 September 2026.
Gallery
Official interior plates for living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens and Kanso Lofts. Tap any image to enlarge.

Living room
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Amenities in pictures
Aldar specification plates for the pod garden, baths, studios, spa, cinema, co-working, rooftop pools and Serenity Pool. Confirmed from Aldar, 7 September 2026.

Pod garden
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Overview
Sei Saadiyat by Aldar is 778 homes across six residential buildings in Saadiyat Cultural District. Phase 1, 265 homes across two buildings, sales open 16 September 2026. Four mid-rise buildings are G+7 and two high-rise buildings are G+17.
Unit types are 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments plus 2-bedroom Kanso Lofts, a new loft format to Aldar. Sei means stillness and calm in Japanese. The architecture uses stone, wood and textured plaster, with natural variation left visible so materials develop character over time.
Architecture by Jacobs. Interiors by Kettle Collective. Targeting Estidama Pearl 3, with smart community features and EV provisions. Confirmed from Aldar, 7 September 2026.
Pricing and unit types
| Unit type | Beds | Size | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | 1BR | 70 sqm | AED 2.95M |
| Apartment | 2BR | 101 sqm | AED 4.50M |
| Apartment | 2BR + maid | 137 sqm | AED 5.40M |
| Kanso Loft | 2BR loft | 151 sqm | AED 7.50M |
| Kanso Residence | 3BR + maid + study | 208 sqm | AED 8.40M |
See the Sei Saadiyat price list and the Sei Saadiyat payment plan.
Payment plan
Sei Saadiyat is offered on a 50/50 payment plan with 5% down. The first 5% is due at booking and the final 50% at handover in Q4 2030. The dated milestone schedule is published on the payment plan page. Sei Saadiyat payment plan.
Residences
Kanso is a Japanese design principle of simplicity and the removal of clutter. Aldar uses it to name Sei Saadiyat's signature Kanso Residences and Kanso Lofts, homes designed around calm, space and natural light. Kanso Lofts introduce a new loft format to Aldar: double-height open-plan living, an elevated bedroom overlooking the main living area, expansive windows, and flexible work space.
Amenities
Aldar groups Sei Saadiyat amenities around four pillars. Confirmed from Aldar sales documentation, 8 September 2026.
Targeting Estidama Pearl 3, with smart community features and EV provisions.
Interiors
Kettle Collective shapes two named schemes, Apartment Light and Kanso Loft Dark, with Japan-sourced border tiling. Architecture by Jacobs. Sei Saadiyat interiors and finishes.
Location
Sei Saadiyat by Aldar sits within Saadiyat Island's Cultural District, Abu Dhabi, the same precinct as the Louvre Abu Dhabi, Zayed National Museum, Manarat Al Saadiyat, teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, and the forthcoming Guggenheim Abu Dhabi. Connected lifestyle nodes include Saadiyat Grove, Mamsha Beach and Marsa Al Saadiyat.
| Destination | Minutes |
|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi City Centre | 12 |
| Abu Dhabi Corniche | 12 |
| Al Reem Island | 12 |
| Yas Island | 20 |
| Zayed International Airport | 25 |
| Dubai International Airport | 85 |

Architect Jean Nouvel
Open since 2017
Architect Foster + Partners
Opened 3 December 2025
Architect Frank Gehry
Opening 11 December 2026
Open, visitor and exhibition centre
Open
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Seven nine-storey buildings by Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG). Phase 1 comprises 315 homes in the first release, a separate Aldar project in the same Cultural District.
77 branded residences, ultra-luxury homes by Aldar in the same district, distinct from Sei Saadiyat by Aldar.
Another established Aldar residential address on Saadiyat Island, shown for district context only.
More on Saadiyat Island.
Market context
7,491
Transactions recorded on Saadiyat Island over the last 3 years
AED 4,627,800
Median sale price (+48.9% vs. the prior 3-year period)
AED 2,258/sqft
Median rate (+28.4% vs. the prior 3-year period)
AED 48.5 billion
Total transaction value (+369.7% vs. the prior 3-year period)
Sei Saadiyat is priced from AED 2.95M, confirmed from Aldar. The Saadiyat Island figures above are registered island-wide market data for context, not Sei-specific resale data, since the project is a new launch.
Design
Jacobs shapes the six buildings through light, space and proportion. Kettle Collective shapes the interiors with stone, wood, metal and woven texture. Confirmed from Aldar, 7 September 2026.
Timeline
Aldar shared a teaser for Sei Saadiyat, a wellness-led collection in Saadiyat Cultural District.
Aldar published the official launch: 778 homes across six towers, from AED 2.95M. Confirmed from Aldar, 7 September 2026.
Phase 1, 265 homes across two buildings, sales open 16 September 2026. Confirmed from Aldar, 7 September 2026.
Estimated handover is Q4 2030. Confirmed from Aldar sales documentation, 8 September 2026.
The Story
Sei Saadiyat by Aldar is a wellness-led collection inspired by stillness, calm and balance.
Aldar's official film introduces the atmosphere, architecture and lifestyle vision behind this address, from Saadiyat's museum precinct to the considered homes taking shape beside it.
ساي السعديات، مجموعة جديدة من المنازل بتصاميم هادئة ومساحات مدروسة تمنحك إحساساً أكبر بالراحة والرحابة.
يقدّم الإعلان الرسمي من الدار لمحة عن أجواء المشروع ومعماره ورؤية أسلوب الحياة من قلب المنطقة الثقافية في السعديات إلى المنازل الهادئة والمدروسة التي تتشكّل بجانبها.
The vision
Sei Saadiyat by Aldar is 778 homes within Saadiyat Island's Cultural District, Abu Dhabi. Saadiyat Island is a designated investment zone where non-UAE nationals can acquire freehold title. Confirmed from Aldar, 7 September 2026.
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Culture and connectivity
Saadiyat Island's Cultural District is one of the most significant cultural developments in the world. Sei Saadiyat by Aldar places residents within walking distance of Abu Dhabi's museum precinct, a setting for Saadiyat Island property consideration, subject to independent due diligence.
Eight museums and cultural institutions are anticipated across Saadiyat Cultural District, anchored by the Louvre Abu Dhabi, Zayed National Museum, Manarat Al Saadiyat, teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, the forthcoming Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, and the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi.
The district sits close to an established education cluster, including NYU Abu Dhabi, Cranleigh Abu Dhabi and Berklee Abu Dhabi.
Aldar drive times from Sei Saadiyat are 12 minutes to Abu Dhabi City Centre, the Corniche and Al Reem Island, 20 minutes to Yas Island, 25 minutes to Zayed International Airport, and 85 minutes to Dubai International Airport. Connected lifestyle nodes include Saadiyat Grove, Mamsha Beach and Marsa Al Saadiyat. A free Experience Abu Dhabi shuttle connects the airport and downtown to key Saadiyat Island stops including Louvre Abu Dhabi.
Experience
Visit these iconic institutions that make up Saadiyat Cultural District.






Reference institutional imagery, not Sei Saadiyat project renders.
Nearby




Reference lifestyle imagery, not Sei Saadiyat project renders.
Beach and lifestyle
Beyond the museum precinct, Saadiyat Island offers protected coastline, championship golf and an established five-star beach resort strip, complementing life at Sei Saadiyat by Aldar.
Saadiyat Island's protected coastline stretches approximately 9 km, with regulated development and established turtle-nesting habitat along the beach.
Gary Player designed the championship course at Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, one of the island's established sporting amenities.
Saadiyat's beachfront includes a cluster of five-star beach resorts, complementing the Cultural District's museum precinct and residential addresses.
Downloads
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Request Sei Saadiyat floor plans for 1 and 2-bed apartments, 3-bed Kanso Residences and 2-bed Kanso Lofts, 70 to 208 sqm. Drawings available on request.
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Sei Saadiyat is priced from AED 2.95M to AED 8.40M. Get in touch for current pricing and availability.
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Sei Saadiyat is offered on a 50/50 payment plan with 5% down. The dated milestone schedule is published on the payment plan page.
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See the Apartment Light and Kanso Loft Dark material schemes by Kettle Collective, including Japan-sourced border tiling.
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Why Sei Saadiyat by Aldar
778 homes across six Jacobs-designed buildings in Saadiyat Cultural District, from AED 2.95M. Phase 1, 265 homes across two buildings, sales open 16 September 2026.
A 50/50 payment plan with 5% down, distinct from the 55/45 structure on several other current Aldar launches. Confirmed from Aldar sales documentation, 8 September 2026.
Amenities grouped around MOVE, RESTORE, CONNECT and BREATHE, plus a specialist wellbeing clinic. Targeting Estidama Pearl 3, with smart community features and EV provisions.
Architecture by Jacobs and interiors by Kettle Collective, with Japan-sourced border tiling and two named material schemes. Confirmed from Aldar, 7 September 2026.
FAQs
Sei Saadiyat by Aldar is 778 homes across six towers in Saadiyat Cultural District, from AED 2.95M. Phase 1, 265 homes across two buildings, sales open 16 September 2026. Confirmed from Aldar, 7 September 2026.
Phase 1, 265 homes across two buildings, sales open 16 September 2026. The full collection is 778 homes across six towers. Confirmed from Aldar, 7 September 2026.
Sei Saadiyat is from AED 2.95M for a 70 sqm 1-bedroom, up to AED 8.40M for a 208 sqm 3-bedroom Kanso Residence. See the price list. Confirmed from Aldar sales documentation, 8 September 2026.
Sei Saadiyat uses a 50/50 plan with 5% down. The first 5% is due at booking and the final 50% at handover in Q4 2030. See the payment plan.
Jacobs is the architect. Kettle Collective designed the interiors. Confirmed from Aldar, 7 September 2026.
Kanso means Japanese simplicity and the removal of clutter. Kanso Residences are 3-bedroom homes. Kanso Lofts are 2-bedroom lofts with double-height open-plan living and an elevated bedroom. Confirmed from Aldar, 7 September 2026.
Estimated handover is Q4 2030. Confirmed from Aldar sales documentation, 8 September 2026.
Yes. Saadiyat Island is a designated investment zone where non-UAE nationals can acquire freehold title. Sei Saadiyat follows the same freehold framework as other Aldar residences on the island, subject to Aldar sales terms.
The Row Saadiyat is a separate Aldar Cultural District project: 315 Phase 1 homes by BIG from AED 3.7M. Sei Saadiyat has 778 homes from AED 2.95M on a 50/50 plan. Baccarat Residences is a smaller branded collection in the same district. See The Row Saadiyat by Aldar.
Aldar drive times are 12 minutes to Abu Dhabi City Centre, the Corniche and Al Reem Island, 25 minutes to Zayed International Airport, and 85 minutes to Dubai International Airport. Confirmed from Aldar, 7 September 2026.
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