Missoni unveiled yesterday in Dubai its first branded residences in Ras Al Khaimah on Al Marjan Island, Moonstone Interiors by Missoni. Known for its iconic colour palettes and zigzag patterns, Missoni is renowned for its ready to wear, homewares collection and craftsmanship expertise, signatures that will be woven into the fabric of the Moonstone Interiors by Missoni residences. In partnership with Durar Group, Fortune 5, and OCTA Develop, this luxury residential project is expected to be completed by the end of 2026. The exclusive apartments will feature a range of configurations and uninterrupted beach views. “The inspiration for the residential…
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Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, is sponsoring the Dubai World Cup Carnival as part of its long-standing pillar partnership with Dubai Racing Club and its master-planned community presence in MBR City, in close proximity to the Meydan Racecourse. As part of this important and prestigious series of events on the international racing calendar, the developer is sponsoring all 9 races of the third meeting, hosted on Friday, the 8th of December 2023. CEO of Azizi Developments, Mr. Farhad Azizi, commented: “It is with the utmost pleasure and excitement that we sponsor the Dubai Racing Club for…
ServeU, a subsidiary of Union Properties and a leading facilities management (FM) solutions provider in the UAE, launched an NFC-Powered Smart Asset Tagging solution on Microsoft Dynamics 365 platform, signifying a remarkable upgrade from the conventional QR or Bar code system. The move comes in line with ServeU’s efforts to advance the FM sector by offering latest technological innovations. ServeU uses NFC based Chips as assets tags, making it discrete and aligned to the aesthetics of current UAE buildings. The state-of-the-art in-house development offers outstanding security and transparency, with the assets’ information readable only through the ServeU AI TaskMaster…
Creating workspaces for a fast-changing world: Turner & Townsend unveils its global corporate occupier fit-out report, offering a deep dive into regional innovations, corporate fit-out trends, and cost granularity for key occupier markets, including Dubai. Turner & Townsend, a leading global professional services company in the construction industry, has released its latest Global Corporate Occupier Fit-Out Report, offering a comprehensive analysis of fit-out costs across forty-two cities worldwide. The report highlights the diverse cost landscapes of the sector across global hubs, with an average high specification cost for fit-out expenses estimated in Dubai at $2,548 per m2 and Riyadh…
His Royal Highness Prince Mohammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince, Prime Minister and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) launched the urban design for the city of Qiddiya and Qiddiya’s brand. HRH the Crown Prince stated that the city of Qiddiya will become, in the near future, the foremost global destination in the fields of entertainment, sports, and culture. This will have a positive impact on the Kingdom’s economy and its international standing, enhancing Riyadh’s strategic position and contributing to its economic growth. It aims to improve the quality of life, making Riyadh…
Select Group, a renowned real estate developer headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is proud to announce a historic milestone in luxury high-rise development. The firm has triumphantly acquired the stalled development in Dubai Marina, formerly known as the Pentominium Tower, which, once completed, will be the tallest residential high-rise tower in the World. Since its conceptualization in 2007, the Pentominium Tower development has long been a symbol of architectural aspiration. However, as with many projects, it faced challenges during the global financial downturn in 2008, bringing it to a halt. Earlier this year, the development was auctioned through the…
UAE-based DAMAC Properties, a leading regional and global real estate developer is delighted to unveil a collection of urban resort villas in the sought-after community of DAMAC Hills. Utopia is a limited selection of just 27 contemporary villas, inspired by the pleasures of a resort holiday that never has to end. Each of the spacious homes enjoys indulgent signature features, from private infinity pools to home cinemas, in-villa spas, basement entertainment areas, underground parking with a turntable, and more. Available in three typologies ranging from five to seven bedrooms, the villas have been designed to maximise natural light, sweeping golf…
Coinciding with the UAE hosting the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28), the largest climate event in the world, Dubai Municipality and Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) signed an agreement to cooperate in a project to generate electricity from biogases extracted from the landfill in Muhaisnah 5. This supports Dubai’s leading sustainability practices and supports the realisation of the UAE Net Zero Strategy 2050. The agreement was signed by HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA and HE Eng. Dawood Al Hajri, Director General of Dubai Municipality, at the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority…
Mohamed Zayan, an intern at smart and green total facilities management company Farnek, has unveiled an innovative project that involved retrofitting a buggy, with photovoltaic panels that harness solar energy, to charge the buggy’s battery. This solar-powered buggy will be operated in Expo City Dubai, showcasing Farnek’s commitment and alignment with Expo City Dubai’s sustainability goals, as well as COP28 ‘energy transition’ objectives. According to Zayan, who is currently studying for his Master’s in Energy & Sustainable development from a UK-based De Montfort University in Dubai, “Quite apart from the energy savings, the project will encourage other students to embrace…
By Saira Aziz, Head of Sales, Deca Properties The very paradigm of luxury real estate in Dubai is evolving beyond the conventional trappings of opulence. Today’s elite residences integrate groundbreaking innovations, sustainability, and customization to create truly enlightened living spaces. As developers, our vision must be fresh and human-centric – designing homes as sanctuaries for personal growth and wellbeing, not superficial extravagance. The discerning homeowners of tomorrow seek abodes that actively nourish the mind, body, and soul. Integrated Wellness Technologies Integrating wellness technologies is pivotal to this new vision. Picture dwellings where circadian lighting rhythms promote deep sleep and…