Integrated planning for the new Al Metlaa residential district in Al Ain

Al Metlaa is planned as a new residential district in the Al Ain region, combining housing with public facilities and everyday services. The aim is a family-friendly environment with essential amenities close to home.

The 514-hectare site calls for coordinated urban and infrastructure planning. Housing, education and healthcare facilities, roads and utility networks must be brought together within a coherent layout.

As lead design consultant, Dorsch Global provides masterplanning, concept, schematic and detailed design, as well as construction supervision. The plans cover 2,400 villas of varying sizes, schools, mosques, nurseries, clinics, community centres and retail facilities. They also include roads and networks for stormwater drainage, irrigation, power and telecommunications. Dorsch also prepares tender and contract documentation.

Map of the Al Metlaa project site in the Al Ain region. A red dashed line outlines the area, labelled as 514 hectares, with surrounding roads and areas shown.

Areas of Expertise

  • Urbanisation
  • Urban Infrastructure & Utilities
  • Masterplanning
  • Housing

Companies

Dorsch Middle East

Client

Bloom Holding

Duration

From 2025 to 2028

Location

Al Ain, Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Construction Sum

AED 8 billion

Project Activities

  • Masterplanning for a 514-hectare development comprising 2,400 villas and education, health, worship, retail and community facilities
  • Concept, schematic and detailed design
  • Road design
  • Infrastructure design for stormwater drainage and irrigation
  • Design of power and telecommunications networks
  • Preparation of tender and contract documentation
  • Construction supervision

Impact

  • Planned provision of 2,400 villas of varying sizes in Al Ain
  • Better access to education, healthcare and local services
  • Strengthening neighbourhood cohesion and improving quality of life
  • Expected contribution to Al Ain’s long-term growth and the development of sustainable residential environments in the UAE 
     

Contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals

We are committed to making a positive impact and supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This project contributes to the following SDGs:

Good health and well-being
Quality Education
Decent work and economic growth
Sustainable cities and economies

Companies

Dorsch Middle East