Sama Yas

Sama Yas introduces a different residential proposition to Yas Island, placing landscaped surroundings and a considered collection of lifestyle facilities at the centre of its design. Developed by Aldar Properties, the project is set within Yas Park, combining three low-rise residential buildings with a range of homes designed around park living.

The development comprises 234 residences, including one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, two- and three-bedroom duplexes, two- and three-bedroom garden apartments, and penthouses. The variety of configurations creates different residential options, from conventional apartment layouts to larger homes with additional internal and outdoor space.

Architecture is by Woods Bagot, while Mustard & Linen is responsible for the interior design. The architectural concept is complemented by interiors that place particular emphasis on the kitchen. Chef Izu Ani collaborated with Aldar on the residential kitchens, bringing his hospitality and dining experience to their layouts, storage, and finishes. The intention is to make the kitchen a more considered part of the home, connecting food preparation with the wider living and dining areas.

The culinary partnership extends beyond the residences themselves. Sama Yas includes an exclusive restaurant associated with Chef Izu, alongside Maison Mocha coffee shop and other food and beverage facilities. The Canopy Club provides another social setting within the development, while the Picture Parlour offers a dedicated boutique cinema.

Resident services form an important part of the concept. A 360-degree concierge, round-the-clock room service, valet service, catered picnics in the park and an exclusive house car are among the services associated with the development. There is also a pet concierge service, including dog-walking assistance.

Wellness and recreation are integrated into the residential offering through the Serenity Suite spa, Vitality Club gym, swimming pools and exercise track. Residents also have access to a reading room, playroom and landscaped community gardens. The combination of indoor facilities and outdoor spaces gives the development a broader lifestyle dimension beyond its residential buildings.

Its setting within Yas Park is one of the defining aspects of Sama Yas. The wider park includes a grove, picnic areas, sports facilities, covered courts, a skate park, a bounce park, a dog park, mangrove areas, and children's play spaces. This provides an extensive outdoor environment immediately surrounding the residential community, with facilities that extend beyond those contained within the development itself.

The location also places Sama Yas within reach of Yas Island's established leisure and entertainment destinations. Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld and Yas Mall contribute to the island's varied offering, while Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Links Abu Dhabi and Yas Bay Waterfront provide further options for sport, dining and leisure.

Sustainability is another part of the development's planning approach. Aldar has outlined targets including Estidama 3 Pearl, LEED Gold and Fitwel certification. The proposed measures include energy-efficient building systems, water-saving fixtures, smart waste management, electric vehicle charging facilities, native and adaptive planting, and environmental monitoring systems.

Sama Yas brings together a residential collection, a substantial range of resident services and direct access to a landscaped park environment. Rather than relying solely on its position within one of Abu Dhabi's most established leisure destinations, the development places considerable emphasis on the facilities and services available within the residential community itself.