Better Homes Dubai Magazine jan 2015

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Complimentary copy January 2015
What’s hot
in the home
for 2015
in
Arabian
Ranches

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Cover: Shot
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Ranches, by
Helen Riley
As is customary, we’ve made a list of New
Year’s resolutions we know we’re going to
break. However, if there’s one resolution
you should keep it’s moving house. This time
last year the mortgage cap got tighter, but
if you’ve reached your target and are ready
to invest then take a look at the stunning
properties Better Homes has for sale from
page 49. How about moving to Arabian
Ranches? Our specialist agent has answered
this question on page 54, while long-term
resident Judith Hobby talks about her years
in the area during our tour of her family’s
home on page 26.
Also in this issue: we report on the top home
trends for 2015, horse around the home and
make a wishlist of cosy winter warmers.
There’s also something new for 2015... We
honour our vibrant expat population by
exploring design from around the world. The
first flight? Find out on page 36... I hope you
enjoy travelling with us through this first
issue of 2015, and the many more to come.
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Contents
Home
House
16. The Design Digest
See what’s new in the world
of home interiors this month
18. My Style
The founder of Cities reveals
his eclectic taste for furniture
20.January Wishlist
Snuggle up at home with
these winter warmers
22. Trend Report 2015
Horses, natural materials
and fretwork are popular
26. Through the Keyhole
Art makes a home for this
family in Arabian Ranches
49. Property of the Month
Dive into this spacious three-
bed villa with stunning pool
50. On the Map
Find your way around Dubai
with our colour-coded map
52. Market Watch
Can we afford to live in the
city, probes our expert
54. Move to... Arabian Ranches
This golf-centred community
is still highly sought-after
55. Homes to View
Two family villas with
beautiful, spacious gardens
32. Buy the Look
Mix designer with high street
like the Hobby household
34. Ask the Experts
Revamp your home for 2015
with advice from the pros
36. Bonjour, UAE
Three French brands reveal
why they love the Emirates
38. Ask the Meatelier
Impress New Year guests
with our prime beef recipe
42. What’s New in the Kitchen
Create a mouth-watering
kitchen with these top trends
58. Marina Diamonds
Find a gem of a property in
ever-popular Dubai Marina
62. Island Life
Residents on Palm Jumeirah
enjoy luxury on the doorstep
64. Expat Haven
JLT is great for expats
wanting a good location
71. Ask the Agent
Why The Springs is a good
residential option for renters
80. Editor’s Pick
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Presenting... the
colour of the year
Pantone has picked Marsala
as its colour of the year: a rich,
robust and full-bodied shade that
has already been a hit on spring’s
2015 fashion runways. This rich
burgundy colour is an elegant choice
and will work well as an accent shade
to amplify heavy textures, such as
carpets, rugs, drapes, bed linens, woollens
and winter throws. Pair with taupe and
grays for a warm wintertime feeling, with
amber and golden yellows for sophistication,
and turquoise and blues for a more dramatic,
masculine look. “This tasteful hue embodies the
satisfying richness of a fulfilling meal, while its
grounding red-brown roots emanate a sophisticated,
natural earthiness,”comments Leatrice Eiseman, executive
director at Pantone Color Institute. Pictured: Piero Lissoni side
tables, from Cassina

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The Design Digest
What’s new in the world of interiors
Apples
and insects
Western Furniture
has launched a
pretty new collection
of accessories.
delicately on the side
of glass tumblers,
colourful glass
balloons form
fun table lamps,
and red apples
hang down
as tempting
ceiling lights.
westernfurniture.ae
Equip your home and wardrobe with
affordable French fashions with the arrival
of TATI, a value concept store new to the
UAE. Founded in 1940s’ Paris, TATI was
a pioneer in the low-cost textile market
that has since grown into a one-stop-shop
for fashion, beauty and the home. CEO
Emmanuel Deroude says: “There is a huge
middle class in this area of the world that
wants modern goods, but at affordable
prices. TATI meets their expectations.”
Level 1, Mirdif City Centre; tati.fr
NEW YORK!
NEW YORK!
Keep warm over winter by
looking Stateside – THE One
has launched a glamorous
New York Style collection
of living room furnishings
with deep-pile black rugs,
soft hound’s-tooth cushions,
cosy cotton throws and
inviting Chesterfield sofas.
A monochrome palette adds
theatrical drama, while
curves soften the macho
look. theone.com
Feeling
fashionable
underfoot
Female fashion duo Rodarte
has launched a mesmerising
collection with The Rug
Company, featuring damask
details, tie-die swirls and
box-hedge borders. The
founders of Rodarte, Kate
and Laura Mulleavy, designed
the rugs with a handcrafted
aesthetic while exploring their
interests in other art forms.
therugcompany.com
Merging
inside and
outside,
Fiore
Rosso has
a quirky
new
collection of
Crazy Head
wall hooks and
a range of seats
and armchairs
that will add colour
and creativity anywhere
in your home. Red and white
are the signature colours, plus
mesh seats, curves and flexible
arrangements. fiore-rosso.com

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One to watchSee who’s catching our eye in Dubai
Ponti in a new direction
One of the leading chair designs of the 20th
century is getting a facelift in the 21st. The Ponti
D. 153.1 Armchair continues to be a lasting
legacy of Gio Ponti, originally created in 1953
and still part of the late designer’s household
furniture in Milan. The Italian maestro was
multitalented in the field of design and became
one of the most important architects, industrial
designers, furniture designers and publishers of
his generation. As with many designs after their
creator’s death (Ponti passed away in 2012) they
experience a surge of interest and manufacturers
reissue classics to keep their legacy alive.
Molteni&C has re-launched the Ponti D. 153.1
based on the original drawings from the designer’s
archives. Reclining on a brass structure, the
armchair is available upholstered in a bicolour
leather of blue and white or in Punteggiato
fabric, designed by Ponti for Rubelli in 1934.
Molteni&C’s Punteggiato China-blue velvet plays
upon traditional techniques of velvet weaving and
modernises the look with close-knit geometric
patterns, such as staggered discs in various colour
gradients. Head to Molteni&C within the Finasi
showroom on Al Ittihad Road to see it (and sit on
it) for yourself. finasi.ae

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My style
Why do you like living in Jumeirah? I love
the view from my home. My house is up
high in an apartment building and close
to the beach so I have a lovely view
of the water. I love to watch all of the
activity unfolding down below; it’s very
inspirational and relaxing.
What’s your home décor like? My décor
style is eclectic. It encompasses a sense
of flow and comfort and there’s an
emphasis on colour and mood.
How does your personality come through?
My home is an expression of who I am
and what’s important to me. I don’t
display many personal pictures but I
do collect items from my travels and
viewing them shows me places and
times that I want to remember. I like
to think that my home evokes a feeling
of comfort and individuality, because
those are the things that matter to me.
Describe some favourite items... One piece
that I really enjoy is the Slipy Kangaroo
by Dominique Capocci. It’s a sculpture
of a kangaroo in blue resin and the
kangaroo is wearing white underpants
and holding guns in its paws. I love
the idea; it’s whimsical and unique
and it’s refreshing to have a piece like
that to break up the monotony of a
space. I also really like my Fashionista
sculptures, which were designed by
Nele Pieters as part of her CanArt
collection for Gardeco. They are small
sculptures with duck-shaped bodies
and strangely wrinkled little human
faces with closed eyes and pursed lips.
Some of them are wearing skullcaps
decorated with flowers. They are so
odd, and sometimes I find them comical
while other times I find them sad. I like
that they have different effects on me.
How does your job influence you at home?
I think that Cities has inspired me
to push the boundaries of design in
my own personal space. I’m not so
afraid to take chances and I’m always
considering how I can update my home
whenever a new piece catches my eye.
What items from Cities do you own? I have
several pieces from Cities in my home
and I love them all. I’ve personally
chosen many of the pieces that we
have at Cities, often because I feel
a personal connection to an item. If
I’m not sure about including a line
of items in the store I will try them
out in my own space first. In addition
to a few pieces by Nada Debs, I have
some small accessories by Riviere and
Kanaya, candles by Baobab, and a
limited edition pink panther sculpture
by French artist Richard Orlinski. I
love to see all these different cultures
on one table.
Five of the best
Garden Seats
Grey SUNDERÖ lounger,
AED495, IKEA
Seven-piece brown bar set with
cushions, AED2,499, ACE
VÄRMDÖ rocking chair,
AED695, IKEA
Sebago chair with cushion,
AED3,302, Crate and Barrel
Emmemobili chairs, POA,
Western Furniture
Hazem K. Aljesr The owner and MD of
Cities Design & Lifestyle Store has eclectic tastes
ClassicCollectionteaboxes,NadaDebsatCities

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1. Bathroom towels, accessories and candles, prices vary, Zara Home 2. Aubree teal throw, AED183, Crate and Barrel 3. iWood Design
walnut tissue box, AED552, Cities 4. Jacob Bromwell vintage coffee pot, AED1,469, bespokeglobal.com
1.
2. 4.3.
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“We’re the only company in the country that truly
offers fashion for the home, combined with affordable
luxury, too. We don’t follow other trends – we are
the ones setting them,” states Thomas Lundgren,
CEO at THE One. So what looks are the eclectic
home furniture ‘theatre’ setting for 2015? THE
One has three new stylised collections for winter:
Glamorama, New York Style and Tropical Punch.
While Glamorama is rich with autumnal colours of
plum and gold to warm our rooms on cooler nights,
and New York Style recreates city drama, Tropical
Punch promises to lift your mood with a sea-breeze-
meets-jungle theme. Coastal living is all about
comfort and natural shades, which is given a colonial
twist here, mixed with natural tones and untreated
wood. This cleverly incorporates a big trend for the
year – natural materials. The bright accents draw
upon the jungle themes prevalent in last year’s home
accessories collections, where we saw parrots, exotic
birds, fruits and palm trees creating colourful scenes
on tabletops and kitchen linens. This is still kept to
accent pieces for 2015, such as cushions and artwork.
inspiration from everywhere, looking at magazines, at
fashion and our current collections that are proving
popular,” adds Lundgren. ‘Sometimes we just need to
update a mirror by changing it from copper to bronze,
and bronze has certainly been the metal to use lately.”
Top
trends
5
These quirky
concepts will catch
your eye in 2015
1. Tropical Punch

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4. Marbleizing
This is something everyone in the UAE can get behind.
While there’s a strong predilection for marble
surfaces throughout the Middle East, especially
sectors, marble can also accent spaces subtly
throughout the home. Marble lamp bases are
already proving popular, as well as photo
frames, crockery and trinket boxes.
2. Natural
Materials
This year the original
state is also the end
result, for we’ll be seeing
more of salvaged wood,
untreated wood and rough-
hewn stonework in furnishings
and accessories. Cowhides – not just
scarred leathers – will add a contemporary
innovative range of textured paints that are beautifully tactile
and striking. The paint specialist can imitate a cement wall for
a cool industrial look or paint wooden knots and grains for a
3. Fretwork
Only time will tell, but we’re hoping a penchant for fretwork in
furniture design and architecture will enhance arabesque patterns
not only in the Middle East but around the world, too. Fretwork –
geometric patterns carved into low relief or into solid backgrounds – is
synonymous with traditional Middle East design and is usually worked
into wooden or metal furnishings, as well as architectural decoration.
Clockwise,fromleft:TropicalPunch,THEOne;LifeTimeshield,GiorgioCollection;LessBullesby
PiergilFourquie,GalerieGosserez(photobyMaximeChapion);TimeCrafttexturedpaint,Jotun

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5. HORSING AROUND
The equestrian trend is here to stay...
And these fashionable accessories are hot to trot
i. Front horse lamp, POA, Moooi ii. Riding crops bowl, AED115, Zara Home iii. Rewilding headless horses cabinet,
POA, Khalid Shafar iv. Carved stone horse bookends, AED2,250, Flamant v. Kissing Horses melamine crockery,
prices vary, Anorak vi. Brass horseshoe crab letter opener, POA, Nakkash Gallery vii. Horseshoe sculpture,
AED640, Ethan Allen viii. Rocking horse decoration, AED79, Zara Home ix. White horse bookends, see price in
store, THE One x. Horse trivet, AED59, Zara Home
Statuesque
stallions
i.
P
p
Antique bronze Ming
Dynasty horse, POA,
Nakkash Gallery
Stone horse
ornament, AED3,615,
Flamant
Mika horse
ornament, see price in
store, THE One
Horse bust ornament
AED199, Homes R Us
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ii. iii.
iv.
v.
vii.
viii.
ix.
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vi.
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Words by Eleanor Joslin; photography by Helen Riley
fashionable
A very
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Famous names hang
on every wall in the
Hobby household
Miró, Alexander Calder, Picasso and Dali, mainly
sourced from the US or the UK or from our
travels. We go to New York or shop online – I
don’t have time for auctions plus you need to
know what you’re doing and it’s scary,” she laughs.
“The very first piece of art I bought was a Picasso
at auction and I nearly vomited afterwards about
what I’d done, although I do love it and I’m glad
I bought it. It kind of got us going with our art
collection, so that’s really cool.”
But the really cool ideas in the house stem
from stepping outside the Dubai bubble. Instead
of designer ‘show-off’ kitchens and cramped
maid’s rooms, the Hobby’s have opted for more
sensible solutions. Rather than conforming to the
developer’s vision of an ideal maid’s room (small
and cramped and oft times windowless), they’ve
built a detached maid’s quarters to the side of the
property and transformed the designated maid’s
room into a cosy guest room. By taking out the
wardrobes that lined the right wall the excavated
depth allowed for a small WC to be created,
providing a compact yet private guest room. When
I peer in, one of their many cats has made herself
quite at home on the comfy bed.
“Our newest cat Dexter will be asleep on our
bedroom upstairs,” she laughs. “We found him on
our garden wall with a limp and took him to the
vets, where the limp miraculously disappeared.
Now he lives upstairs permanently – I think he’s
only been down once.”
Judith takes us further into the villa, to
the revamped kitchen where her pugs snuffle
greetings, a ginger cat jumps onto the countertop
and the budgie cocks her head. While she makes
us tea and coffee, Judith regales us with stories
of Betsy the budgie, aka the Black Widow, whose
steady supply of companions have mysteriously
fallen off their perch in the middle of the night.
Other residents of the house include her lawyer
husband, Gerard, and their sons, Alex and George,
who are at work and school. As we chat in the
kitchen, I admire its farmhouse style, with plenty
of light, a huge block of an island and bare walls,
“That’s so cool,” grins Judith Hobby, with a strong
New Zealand drawl. What is? A lot of things, it
transpires, for this phrase becomes quite a mantra
as she gives me a tour of her four-bedroom villa in
Arabian Ranches.
And she’s got authority on the phrase: sporting
a spiky white crop with a smudge of pink, bright
red lipstick and a black Flip dress designed by
her own hand for her eponymous clothing line,
she effortlessly radiates rock-chick cool. Perhaps
it’s the influence of two teenage sons, or her
travels around the world, or her succesful fashion
boutique in Studio City... Whatever it is, she’s got
spark.
So, what’s cool in her house? For starters,
her enviable art collection comprising of Hirst,
Van Gogh, Miró and even an original Judith
Hobby from her school days; the bright pink
wall surrounding the swimming pool; wire sheep
grazing in the garden (on which a podgy pug slyly
cocks his leg); and a menagerie of pets, including
four rescued cats, four pugs and one budgie with a
murderous glint in its beady eye.
“I’m really into my modernist art,” she says. “I
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I’d rather spend
money on artwork
than on my kitchen

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save for statement artwork by Damien Hirst.
“I did the kitchen and TV room for AED30,000
with IKEA,” she reveals. With an initial quote
of AED130,000 to take out the old kitchen and
install the new one, they shopped around to find
a more affordable solution. “So the finishes aren’t
perfect, but I have Damien Hirst on the wall;
I’d rather spend money on artwork than on my
kitchen. It was installed in half a day and I think
it’s amazing, it’s exactly what I wanted. I didn’t
want any upper cabinetry so the room would be
wider, but because the lower units are double
width we haven’t lost any space and we still have
loads of storage.” Meanwhile, she advertised her
old kitchen on Dubizzle and it’s since been bought
and shipped to Africa.
“I hate cooking anyway,” she deadpans. “But
the kitchen is the centre of the house where we all
have breakfast and we discuss the logistics of the
day. We’re all so busy: Alex is 18 and George is 14;
Gerard has his job and I have mine; so it’s good to
chat about what we’re all doing that day.”
She says the ground floor of the villa is perfectly
designed for a household with two teenagers. One
side splits off into the TV room, office, kitchen and
guest room – where the adults congregate, while
the other comprises the living and dining room
and the outdoor space – where the boys lounge.
“We can have our own spaces so downstairs the
house is a really cool design,” she adds, using her
favourite adjective. In the living space a pair of
Eames loungers and a couple of Barcelona chairs
recline around a leather-topped coffee table from
THE One, while on the left stands a long, bespoke
wooden dining table made in Bali, a favourite
destination for the savvy shopper.
“I was in Bali 14 years ago and saw the
carpenters making tables from teak panels and
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a seat on the transparent IKEA chairs which
flank each side. “It cost me AED500 – it wouldn’t
cost that now. But then I had to ship it over for
AED1,000,” she laughs.
Bali, India and Vietnam were prime locations
where her and close pal Evelyn would travel to,
buying clothes and accessories to sell for a small
profit to friends back in Dubai, covering the cost
of the trip. These adventures marked the start of
what would become Judith Hobby Clothing, her
clothing line based nearby in Studio City.
“I stopped working in PR and went into
business with a girlfriend because we wanted
something to do but we didn’t want anything high
pressured. Of course, we factored in beach days
and nice dinners, which were lovely, but we did
become a business and people would ask when we
were next travelling. Then it became more and
more difficult for us to find new and nice things
so I decided to design a few items myself and get
them made here in Satwa. I just designed what I
liked, simple dresses and tee-shirts, and they sold
out quicker than the items we brought back from
India. Then I started sewing and made a whole
series of clothes.”
Four years later she has a loyal customer
base who are lured to her studio by tea and a
gossip just as much as by her clothes and fashion
accessories. “It’s easy, comfy and relaxed because
that’s what the clothing is about,” she explains. “I
think you can look really cool and still be really
comfortable; I like clothes that can effortlessly
transition from day to night as I don’t have time
to change and get all gussied up for dinner. You
can come and have coffee and have a chat and
chocolate, raid the fridge and chill out, and buy
clothes if you want to. Or we might have a big
fashion day and try everything on; it’s like a girly
dream really and quite low pressure.”
Despite the ‘low pressure’, she creates six to
seven collections a year and continuously designs
“off the hoof at home”. Her modesty extends to her
home décor, too. “There’s nothing special going on
upstairs, only untidy boys’ bedrooms,” she warns,
even though the staircase is a gallery of collectible
artists, the noisy atrium has been remodelled,
the landing storage has become a space-saving
wardrobe, and the master bathroom has been
refitted with contemporary his ‘n’ her sinks.
“We bought the house when Arabian Ranches
opened nine years ago and we loved the modernist
architecture, which was unusual back then,” she
comments. “I love that it’s open-plan downstairs
with large windows and natural light; many
houses here are built with small windows and it’s
so depressing. Emaar built the Ranches very well.”
Emaar may have created a sought-after
residential community with shops, schools and
security built-in, but it’s the Hobby’s attention to
detail and Judith’s creative eye that have made
their house a home. Nine years on they can’t
imagine living anywhere else – and neither, so it
appears, can the stray cats of the neighbourhood,
who like to wander in and take up residence on a
bed or two...

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BUY THE LOOK
Take Judith Hobby’s advice and mix
designer with affordable
1. 2.
7.
10.
11.
8.
9.
5.
6.
4.
3.
1. Lily dress, AED425, Judith Hobby Clothing 2. Hazem Al Zubi ceramic stoneware, POA, Fann-a-Porter 3. Paisley leather rug, AED1,875, Zara Home
4. Lampada Jeeg lamp, The Dandy Collection, see price in store, Western Furniture 5. Naghmeh Kiumarsi Marilyn Monroe cushion, AED190, virgule-
shop.com 6. Alessi Lupito dog bowl, AED330, tavola.shop.com 7. Relax cushion cover, AED19, Homes R Us 8. Louise and Bolero walnut dining table
and chair, POA, Natuzzi 9. Sanaz Salami Untitled, AED2,000, virgule-shop.com 10. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich Barcelona chair, POA,
Knoll 11. Cardiff daybed, AED13,400, Fiore Rosso

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Revitalise your home with advice from the pros
Metallics and natural elements are
popular, says Majd Maurad, senior retail
operation manager at La Maison Verte.
Furniture retailers and interior
designers have been experimenting
with cooler tones like greys and light
blues for a few years now, but in 2015
the cool tones are stronger than ever
and here to stay. Most of us are used
to seeing blue used in more classic
furniture settings, but this year shades
of blue will take on a fresh, new and
darker vibe. My favourite is a blue that
is almost black, but warmer and bolder
without lacking depth.
Metallic is back for 2015. The use of
metallic elements in modern interior
design is not new but we are starting
to see it being used more frequently
and with a heavier hand. I personally
love seeing shiny metallic metals in
juxtaposition with furniture made from
raw, natural materials. The best way
to integrate metallic pieces into your
home is with a beautiful pendant light
shade or floor lamp. If you can handle
more bling, try a metallic shaggy rug or
copper throw pillows.
We use a term called ‘tone on tone’
(a.k.a. monochromatic), which is all
about layering, using the same colour
throughout a space but in different
saturations and textures. The easiest
way to recreate the ‘tone on tone’ look
is to mix and match patterns, keeping
it all within one colour family. Even
though you will have multiple textures
and prints the end result will be soft,
calm and sophisticated.
On the other hand, some people
prefer a more natural look in their
home décor, in which case wooden
furniture with all its different tones
and textures would be the answer to
get that look. Moreover, wood that is
lighter in colour creates an open and
airy feel around your home. But the
golden rule is mix don’t match. Mixing
woods can be a balancing act. Balance
both sides of your room with wood in
similar shades. This grounds the space,
allowing other tones to have a brighter
or deeper contrast.
“I want to revamp my living room for the year ahead.
What advice can you give me?” – Fraser Trais
Ask the experts

Title
Create a spa at home, encourages Toni El
Kadi, area manager at Duravit for the UAE,
Qatar and Oman.
The importance of the bathroom as a feel-
good experience has steadily increased in
the last few years. Many people dream of
creating a private spa within their own
four walls, a place where they can relax
and regenerate. In line with this demand,
bathrooms are becoming sociable
spaces. Thereby, function and design
are merging while quality has taken on
increasing significance.
Freestanding baths provide a stunning
focal point, so are often high on the
wishlist for an open, sociable bathroom.
Various whirl systems ensure a large
variety of massage effects, ranging from
targeted muscular relaxation to an
invigorating bath. Accessories such as
carpets or framed pictures in different
colours provide added personality for the
bathroom. This is a bathroom that makes
us feel at home but also makes us want
to share the experience with others, too.
In general, current
and future trends
in woods are for
darker, richer
shades such as
brushed walnut
and dark brushed
oak. In addition
to darker shades,
light wood finishes
are becoming more
and more popular.
Unlike their darker
counterparts ‘blonde’
woods provide a visual
lightness. For example,
oak reflects light creating a
more expansive impression,
particularly in smaller
bathrooms.
Pastel colours will also be in high
demand – these warm shades instantly
evoke a calming atmosphere. Textured
surface finishes will add warmth and
tactility to a space and have a lasting
appeal.
“I’ve just bought a villa in Victory
Heights and want to renovate all the
bathrooms. What trends are popular
this year?” – Anushka Jai
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Bonjour,
UAE Why are you giving MAISON&OBJET a
miss this year?
Binôme: We don’t exhibit in the
January M&O because we prefer to go
to other countries, to expand to new
customers and have a new experience.
Caravane: We do not expose to
Maison&Objet; however, we hold an
exclusive and confidential visit for our
clients and prospects in our showroom
in Paris. On this occasion we present
our entire range of products as well as
our new ones.
Gautier: Each year we present our
novelties in Cologne, Milan and
Shanghai furniture fairs instead of
M&O. We reach a large international
audience online and have two million
visits to our website www.gautier.fr
every year.
Describe your retail presence in the UAE…
Binôme: We were at Design Days Dubai
2014 because it was a very interesting
event. For us it was a new approach of
selective customers, and we touched a
lot of new countries that we wouldn’t
otherwise reach, like Australia and
those in Asia.
Caravane: We met Alexandra and
Emma, owners of [our UAE distributor]
Comptoir 102, a few years ago. They
were long-time customers so they knew
us very well and they represented us
perfectly. It seemed natural to support
them in their adventure and try to
establish a collaboration in Dubai and
the Middle East.
With Paris playing host to this year’s very
first international design exhibition, the
renowned MAISON&OBJET between
January 23 and 27, BH talks
to the owners of three
French brands that
favour the UAE
Binôme
Binôme

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January 2015
The panellists
Ingrid Michel, designer
and cofounder, Binôme
Binôme design studio,
founded in Burgundy, is
the brainchild of Ingrid
Michel and Frédéric Pain.
They studied the sculpting
of wood at Ecole Boulle in
Paris and nature remains
central to their inspiration.
Furniture takes on
smooth, organic shapes
yet the design duo mixes
handcrafted processes with
cutting-edge technology,
such as combining smooth,
light resin with untreated
solid oak.
Véronique Piedleu,
owner, Caravane
Since 1995 Caravane has
been developing an eclectic,
informal approach to
interior furnishings. First
came sofas and furniture,
then came sleep and rest;
more recently the company
has turned its attention to
reinterpreting tables. Head
to Comptoir 102 boutique
and café on Jumeirah
Beach Road to find
Caravane in the UAE.
Sandrine Casinelli, co-
owner of Gautier Dubai
Gautier is a world-famous,
premium French furniture
dealer with contemporary
collections for living
rooms, dining rooms and
bedrooms. The showroom
on the Safa 2 and Sheikh
Zayed Road junction
was launched 2.5 years
ago by husband and wife
team Sandrine and Pierre
Casinelli, and the couple
have paid special attention
to children’s furniture in
their UAE collections.
customers. We saw that some people
liked this approach – a new way to
explain the design. Now we want to
develop this in the UAE further and it
is why we return [to Design Days] in
2015.
Caravane: We quickly understood that
Caravane’s casual yet trendy style,
tinted with ethnic references, could
completely fill a need [in the UAE] in
the dynamic market of interior design.
Gautier: Dubai is a great market
for French design and Gautier is
known here as a premium French
furniture dealer with a huge sideline of
contemporary furniture for every room
of your house.
What’s new for 2015?
Binôme: After the success of
Mandarine, we have decided to deepen
the work around lighting. In September
we presented a new lamp called Fluide,
which many people have loved since.
For 2015 we are working on a variation
of this lamp, and on another creation…
We are working on an enterprise that
works with faience.
Caravane: Caravane is a casual
(non-formal) yet elegant and timeless
brand that emphasises the comfort
and authenticity of materials. The
current trend of French design is very
minimalist, using noble and organic
materials. Caravane continues to
differentiate itself from this trend
by keeping its colourful spirit of
comfort. Our customers love to mix
those two trends and create their own
atmosphere at home.
Gautier: Gautier’s new collection
for 2015 is a range of bold and
contemporary shelving and storage
units, plus a premium master bedroom
range with 500 different combinations
of designs, fabrics and colours. We also
have a new kids bedroom collection
called Urban that provides an endless
choice of layouts. Every piece of
furniture is modular in order to
optimise working and storage space.
Gautier: We have been in Dubai for
2.5 years and we have been exhibiting
at Index, known as the leading
international design exhibition in the
MENA area. We have more than 100
stores worldwide but being in Dubai
is so important since it is considered a
business hub.
Why do you like the market here?
Binôme: For us, the market in the
UAE offers new possibilities. In March
we came [to Design Days] with our
know-how and proposed this to the
The market in
the UAE offer
new possibilities
Gautier
Caravane

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Home
Ask the
meatelier
What pairs well with a full-bodied
ratatouille and a Provençal polenta
gratin? Perhaps succulent Charolais
beef from Saône-et-Loire in eastern
France... Many of us know Wagyu is
a prime breed of Asian cattle but how
does it compare to its contemporaries
in France? Or what should you go for
should you dislike Wagyu’s renowned
predisposition for intense marbling?
I had an informative lesson in beef
when I dined at Red Grill, at Sofitel
Downtown. Just like a sommelier, the
meatelier – a veritable artists of meat –
knew all there is to know about pairing
my palette with the right breed and cut.
“Charolais, from Charolles in France,
is well known for having more meat
and less fat,” said Navneet Sharma,
pointing to a succulent red square he’d
brought to the table. “Because it has
less fat content you should cook this
rare to medium. If you cook it well it
can become dry as what fat there is will
cook off the meat.
“Normandy beef from northern
France is very well known for its
unsurpassed marbling qualities. It’s got
very fine fat streaks running through
the meat, which makes it one of the
best types of beef in France. It’s hard to
buy here as it’s difficult to import, but
it is one of the best. Cook this medium-
rare to medium-well.
“Angus from Australia is a superior-
quality meat, full of flavours and very
tender. This is best cooked medium-
rare to well-done.
“My personal favourite is Wagyu
from Australia,” he revealed. “It’s a
beautiful meat, and you can see the
pearly marble of the fat, which makes
it one of the best cuts of beef in town.
If you’re looking for something really
delicious to serve then this is the
one to go for, cooked medium-rare

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Grilled Beef
Tenderloin with
Ratatouille and
Polenta Gratin
Serves four
4x220g cut of Charolais tenderloin
3 tomatoes
4 garlic cloves, with skin
100g white onion
150g eggplant
150g zucchini
150g red bell pepper
200g polenta (corn flour)
60cl chicken stock
10cl cream
2 sprigs of rosemary
1 tsp fresh thyme
50g grated parmesan cheese
20cl olive oil
Preheat the oven and the grill to a
medium heat. Heat the olive oil in a
large casserole pan, then add half the
rosemary and garlic (with the skin on)
and let it infuse with the oil.
Cut the eggplant, zucchini, red bell
pepper, tomatoes and onion into small
cubes. Start to cook the zucchini in
the olive oil and remove once it starts
to brown. Repeat the process for the
eggplant and the red bell pepper and
when they are all half cooked mix all of
them in the pan and add the onion and
the tomato. Cook slowly for 20 minutes.
Boil the chicken stock in another pan
and add the polenta when it’s hot;
remove from the burner and stir it until
the polenta is a smooth consistency.
Add the grated parmesan, cream, the
remaining rosemary (chopped) and
the fresh thyme. Cook until a creamy
texture is achieved.
Take four individual clay ramekin
dishes and fill with the ratatouille, then
add the creamy polenta on top. Place
them in the oven to gratin.
Grill each piece of meat with a little oil
and the remaining garlic cloves. Cook
for 2.5 minutes on each side to serve
the steaks medium-rare.
Serve with a garnish of garlic and
rosemary from the pan, and the polenta
and ratatouille gratin as a side dish.
to well done. Since it has enough fat
in the meat you can cook this at any
temperature you like.
“Wagyu and Angus are superior
meats because the cattle have been
given very specific treatments to make
sure the meat is top quality. Wagyu
cattle are fed on grass and grains, given
massages, and they listen to music to
keep them stress-free. They are very
lucky and live a very lavish life,” he
laughed.
Regardless of breed and the country
of origin, when you buy steak from
your local supermarket or deli, cook it
according to the amount of marbling
of fat that you can see. Take Navneet’s
advice: if there is very little fat, cook it
rare or medium-rare to avoid the meat
drying out. If there is a lot of marbling,
cook it medium to well-done. The fat
will soak into the meat as it cooks to
make it juicy and succulent.

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Home
Milk glazing: melt the chocolate with
the grape seed oil and the roasted
almonds. Cut the cake into fingers
(12cm by 4cm) and use the chocolate
mixture to glaze the chilled cake.
Dulcey cream: in a pan, cook the milk
cream at 80°C with the sugar and egg
yolks, then pour on the chocolate and
gelatin and mix together. Chill in the
fridge before using.
Sponge cake: you’ll need to make
this a day in advance. Blend all the
ingredients together then siphon into a
plastic cup and bake in the microwave
on high heat for 30 seconds. Remove
from the cup and cut into small pieces.
Take your glazed hazelnut praline
fingers and Dulcey cream from the
fridge. Using a piping bag, pipe the
Dulcey cream into a compact wave
pattern on each finger. To serve, place
each finger at the centre of a plate,
dab small circles of lemon marmalade
on the plate and sprinkle some small,
ripped pieces of sponge cake and
crumble mixture.
Finger Dulcey and Lemon Praline
Serves 8
HAZELNUT DACQUOISE
40g granulated sugar
80g egg whites
70g roasted hazelnut powder
50g icing sugar
25g flour
DUJA CRISPY
225g roasted hazelnut
40g sugar
150g Dulcey chocolate
0.5g lemon salt
75g cornflakes
PRALINE CREAM
150g pastry cream
100g soft butter
75g praline
MILK GLAZING
125g milk chocolate
15g grape seed oil
20g diced roasted almonds
DULCEY CREAM
75g milk
75g cream
30g egg yolks
15g sugar
110g Dulcey chocolate
35g gelatin
SPONGE CAKE
25g hazelnut paste
25g sugar
3g flour
40g egg whites
25g egg yolks
GARNISH
50g lemon marmalade
50g crumble mixture
Hazelnut dacquoise: whip the eggs
and sugar then mix with the hazelnut
powder. Spread on a cake frame and
bake for 10 minutes at 190°C.
Duja crispy: blend the roasted hazelnut
with icing sugar, then mix with salt,
crunched cornflakes and the Dulcey
chocolate. Spread on the hazelnut
dacquoise.
Praline cream: mix the butter and praline,
add the cold pastry cream and whip it
at high speed. Spread on top of the duja
crispy and chill the cake in the fridge.

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antique gold-leaf
plant pots, POA,
Nakkash Gallery
2. Crystalised
graphite pear with
Swarovski crystals,
designed by
Selma Calheria for
Gardeco, AED2,111,
Cities
3. Keyvan
Fehri ceramic
Pomegranate ‘Anar’
with calligraphy,
AED365, virgule-
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4. Acorn candle
plate, AED44, Crate
and Barrel
5. Orange plate,
AED55, Zara Home
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What are we doing in our kitchens this year?
Cooking? Perhaps. Socialising? Certainly. Showing
off? Like you wouldn’t believe.
The hub of the home is changing –
advanced technology, new colours
and rough textures are creating
contemporary kitchens that are more
sociable than ever before.
Steven Pardoe, managing partner
at Hacker, says he’s worked with
homeowners in Dubai that have five
or six kitchens in one villa. While
the working kitchen stays behind the
scenes, those situated ‘front of house’
are for showing off and entertaining,
with large state-of-the-art appliances,
hidden sinks and touch-control
cupboard doors – to name just a few
mod cons.
“Kitchens are larger here and so
people like bigger ovens and fridges
as they look fancy,” says Pardoe. “In
reality, one large oven isn’t as affective
as two smaller ovens – but they don’t
look as impressive.”
Surprisingly, there isn’t too much
advancement in technology to report
– that works here, that is. While
some countries in Europe, such as
Germany where Hacker derives from,
can programme and use appliances
remotely via a mobile phone, this
advanced smart-technology has not
reached the Middle East – yet. Sure,
you’ll see smart appliances being
advertised, but in practice it’s hard –
impossible, warns Pardoe – to connect
to them on the go via your iPhone.
However, the one thing that does
work well over here is syncing the
extractor hood to the oven hob, which
automatically changes the extraction
settings according to what you’re
cooking. The main focus has been
streamlining functions and making
the process easy and convenient for
the user. Modern appliances now have
touchscreen controls, bigger cavities,
are self-cleaning and back-lit with
LED lights. Coffee machines can be
programmed with profiles, so mum gets
her latte and dad gets his Americano in
the morning exactly how they like it.
Touch control is even changing the
way we open and close our cupboards.
A modernised roller blind is replacing
the traditional open-and-shut doors
with an innovative product Hacker
has dubbed ‘climbers cabinet’. A simple
touch of a button will concertina-fold
the blind up to reveal one shelf, while
another nudge slides it up fully.
A major change that could affect
the way we cook in the future is the
current steam oven versus microwave
battle. The former is pushing the
latter into extinction (or uselessness)
as it outperforms other methods of
cooking. You can cook different dishes
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– from cabinets covered entirely in
chestnut leather to leathered silestone
worktops. As a kitchen surface it has
an incredible textured feel that’s rough
yet soft. Hammered metal is another
great alternative to laminate, quartz
and granite. Taking inspiration from
the hospitality sector, where working
kitchens are floor-to-ceiling stainless
steel, a metal worktop or island will
add an industrial element.
Texture and patterns can now be
manipulated thanks to an innovative
new material from Cosentino called
Dekton. The family-run Spanish
company spent five years and a
whopping AED560million developing
the advanced technology that allows
for variations in natural stones to be
copied and repeated, enabling surfaces
to appear seamless. This applies to
many surfaces, including swimming
pools, interior and exterior walls, floors
and kitchen countertops.
“A major shortcoming of granite and
marble is the tonality in the stone,”
explains Maarrawi. “Each tile is
different and has to be cherry-picked to
get similar veins – which are actually
salt veins and will crack open and
deteriorate with age, especially from
heat and sea air. These are natural
stones and so, like people, they age and
you see the wrinkles no matter how
many facelifts they have.”
Dekton is the “ultimate remedy”
and recreates these natural stones
with no imperfections. Patterns and
designs can be mirrored across eight
slabs measuring 320cm by 144cm
each – compared to 120cm by 120cm,
the largest possible slab of natural
stone. Dekton is also thicker, stronger
and virtually indestructible. You can’t
scratch or burn it, which could be a
lifesaver in a kitchen fire.
“If it was Corian it would melt,
Silestone quartz would resist but not
as much as Dekton, so its is great.
Aesthetically it is nicer and easy to
use and it’s not that expensive – for
big projects it could be cheaper than
natural stone.” A Dekton worktop
can be customised with any design
and textured finish you want, such
as leather, denim or wood finishes,
arabesque patterns or embossed
designs. Hammered metal and leather
will be a popular look this year for
showroom-worthy kitchens.
Dekton is already proving popular
and reaping some of that invested
money back, with renowned architect
Daniel Libeskind taking it up for his
modernist sculptures and Zara creating
its new fashion and home stores from
this hardwearing, versatile material.
in just one steam oven cavity and the
appliance will automatically determine
how long each dish will need without
losing any nutritional value.
“Eventually they will wipe out
microwaves,” asserts Pardoe. “Steam
ovens are coming down and down in
price because the technology is getting
better every year and demand is going
up. Customers that use them think
they’re unbelievable. People are buying
them more for the functions and
convenience rather than because it’s a
healthy way of cooking.
“Textures on cabinet doors look
amazing nowadays and will be very
popular this year,” he adds. “You can
recreate realistic planks of pine wood,
have concrete-effect doors, and even
real lava stone, which covers cabinet
doors with a 3mm layer for a heavily
textured look. We’re the only company
in the world to have this and it’s very
tactile, which people like. This year
texture is all about being rough, natural
elements and realistic details.”
Textures on
cabinet doors
are amazing
nowadays and
will be very
popular this year
“Textured countertops are also
becoming a hot item as people move
away from traditional polished
silestone,” expands Ali Maarrawi,
general manager at Cosentino Middle
East. Leather is the surprising new
contender in today’s contemporary
countertop options, he reveals. This
material is outdoing itself this year

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Petrol blue
While 80% of popular cabinetry colours
are usually white, cream and magnolia,
the furniture trends of last year are
coming into kitchens and so petrol blue
is being heavily pushed as a key colour
for cabinet doors,” says Pardoe. “For a
German company the amount of blue
on the 2015 door swatches are high,
but they’ll be used as accents in the
kitchen.”
Marsala
“Nurturing and fulfilling, Marsala is a
natural fit for the kitchen and dining
room, making it ideal for tabletop,
small appliances and linens throughout
the home,” comments Leatrice
Eiseman, executive director at Pantone
Color Institute. Pantone’s colour of the
year, Marsala, works well in kitchens
as it draws upon natural colours found
in many foods, such as plums, red
grapes, red cabbage, aubergine and
spices.
Black and gold
These striking tones are decadent,
luxurious and timeless – and a
refreshing change from monochrome,
pine or white marble. While black-
chromed steel proved to be a popular
finish last year, Alessi has launched
a contemporary matt black and gold
collection of kitchen accessories,
featuring matt black plates and bowls
and burnished gold fruit bowls. Swap
gold with bronze for a more rustic look,
or to complement existing kitchen
fittings. However, avoid matt black
with bronze because this palette will
lack lustre.
Natural tones
“We may have 90 different colourways
but only five or six are ever really
popular,” reveals Maarrawi. “These are
usually pure white, beige and colours
similar to naturally veined marble.”
Cook with some colour...
Petrol blue cabinets, Hacker;
below: Kawa dish by Souda,
bespokeglobal.com; worktop
samples, Cosentino

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House
This is a stunning family home that’s
been very well designed with top-
quality finishes, spacious rooms, high
ceilings and wooden floors. The large
windows and French doors are a real
asset to the property, allowing for
plenty of natural light to flood in. This
three-bedroom villa is situated in the
quiet complex of Alvorada 1, which is
located within close range of Arabian
Property of the month
Ranches’ polo club, equestrian club
and golf club. This beautiful villa
has a lovely garden landscaped with
patios, terraces and a large private
swimming pool. Inside, the floor plan is
quite extensive and features an open-
plan living and dining room, a closed
kitchen, a maid’s room and a family
room – all on the lower level, while the
three bedrooms are upstairs.
Need to know
Where? Arabian Ranches
What? Three-bedroom villa
Size? 3,765 square feet
Cost? AED5.1million
Best for? Families
Like what you see? Call Better Homes
consultant Juliana Grebenchshikova
on 04 306 8833 and quote the villa’s
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SALE RENTAL
Monthly
change
Quarterly
change
Downtown Dubai
1 AED 114,000 0.62% 1.79%
2 AED 170,000 0% 0%
3 AED 260,000 0% 0%
Dubai Investment
Park
1 AED 69,000 -1.43% 6.15%
2 AED 104,000 0.97% 4.00%
3 AED 140,000 0% -0.71%
Dubai Marina
1 AED 110,000 0% 0%
2 AED 159,985 -0.01% -0.01%
3 AED 212,000 0.47% 0.95%
Jumeirah Lake
Towers
1 AED 90,000 0% 0%
2 AED 132,000 0.76% 1.54%
3 AED 161,000 0.63% 0.63%
Studio AED 69,000 1.47% 2.99%
Jumeirah Village
Circle
1 AED 67,000 1.52% 3.08%
2 AED 98,500 0.51% 1.55%
The Greens
1 AED 90,000 0% 0%
2 AED 142,000 0.71% 1.07%
The Palm Jumeirah
1 AED 150,000 0% -0.66%
2 AED 180,000 0% 0%
3 AED 220,000 0% 0%
Monthly
change
Quarterly
change
Downtown Dubai
1 AED 1,875,000 0.54% 1.08%
2 AED 3,400,000 0% -0.15%
3 AED 6,100,000 -1.13% -2.71%
Dubai Investment
Park
1 AED 720,000 2.86% 5.57%
2 AED 1,200,000 0% 0%
Studio AED 475,000 0% 1.06%
Dubai Marina
1 AED 1,700,000 0% 0%
2 AED 2,572,500 0.06% 0.1%
3 AED 3,500,000 0% 0%
Jumeirah Lake
Towers
1 AED 1,275,000 0.39% 1.03%
2 AED 1,800,000 0% 0%
3 AED 2,500,000 0% 0%
4 AED 4,000,000 0% 2.56%
Jumeirah Village
Circle
1 AED 860,000 1.18% 0%
2 AED 1,350,000 -1.82% -2.53%
The Greens
1 AED 1,260,000 -0.79% -0.87%
2 AED 2,070,000 -0.96% -1.43%
Palm Jumeirah
1 AED 2,600,000 1.17% 1.56%
2 AED 2,950,000 -1.67% -1.67%
3 AED 4,400,000 0% 0%

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supply to meet demand? Even though
22,000 new units were added to the
housing stock this year, the supply
is expected to average 12,000 per
year over the next five years. This
represents a growth of 2.54%. The good
news is that the gap in demand and
supply is expected to help property
prices improve.
Property prices in Dubai corrected
by 5.2% in the third quarter of 2014
– according to the latest
Knight Frank Global
House Price Index.
Two reasons
attributed to
this softening:
the mortgage
cap and the
sudden fall
in oil prices. The mortgage cap has a
direct tangible effect as it increases
the amount of down payment required,
thus suppressing demand. The fall in
oil prices will have a short-term effect
rather than a direct impact.
In addition, the International
Monetary Fund (IMF) has given the
UAE’s real estate industry a clean bill
of health, which means the mortgage
cap should now be reviewed. This
will help transaction levels gain more
momentum in 2015 and 2016.
Reports Sam Wani, general manager
at Independent Finance. Find out
more about financing your move at
independent.ae
Market Watch
Affordability, supply, and price corrections
A recent report
issued by Colliers
raised a key
question about
whether people can
afford to live in Dubai.
Rents grew by 22% this year
but 50% of households earn below
AED15,000 per month, so they can
realistically afford an annual rent
of AED43,000. Going up an income
bracket, 35% of households earn
between AED15,000 to AED25,000,
so they can afford an annual rent of
AED72,000. Both estimations fall short
of many rent prices in Dubai.
Of all the sales transactions recorded
in 2014, 60% averaged AED2million
while only 7% of transactions
were between AED4million and
AED5million. With mortgage rates
hovering around 4% most homeowners
were paying 35% less on their mortgage
repayments than they would on rent –
making buying a much more attractive
and lucrative venture.
But with the population growing at
an annual rate of 5%, is there enough

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House
Move to… Arabian Ranches
This golf-centred community is highly sought-after,
says Better Homes’ Adrian Popica
Arabian Ranches is one of Dubai’s most
sought-after residential communities,
with attractions such as the Arabian
Ranches Desert Course Golf Club and
Dubai Equestrian Centre and Polo
Club. Residents of all ages can practice
their swing and canters, and then seek
respite and refreshments at a number
of restaurants, picnic terraces, pools
and spas within the clubs and at the
village community centre. They provide
lovely spots at the weekend, where
families can relax and enjoy the scenic
views on offer.
This desert-themed development
spans 1,650 acres (currently being
expanded for phase II) with around
4,000 villas and plenty of retail, social,
health, educational and recreational
facilities and amenities. The village
community centre boasts more than 20
retail outlets, cafés and restaurants,
which are all family-orientated and
offer both casual and fine dining
options. With such an established
infrastructure in place, there’s no
need to leave the community. Emaar
Properties developed Arabian Ranches
with 12 distinct neighbourhoods, all
wonderfully landscaped with tree-lined
streets and cul-de-sacs. Residents take
pride in their manicured front gardens
and you’ll never see a leaf out of place.
Each neighbourhood has a community
swimming pool, a dedicated barbecue
area, scenic parks and footpaths and
plenty of sports facilities, including
tennis courts and basketball courts.
Vast open spaces and bicycle trails
are other key features of this scenic,
family-focused development.
The villas have been built with
between two and five bedrooms.
A two-bed home will lease from
AED170,000 per annum and sell
from AED2.65million, so successful
professionals tend to live here.
Arabian Ranches has proved to be
popular with families as the area meets
the demand for high-quality family
homes and also offers that community
feel, where you can get to know your
neighbours and enjoy community
activities together. Educational
institutions and healthcare centres add
to the integrated lifestyle; Jumeirah
English Speaking School (JESS) is a
respected primary and secondary school
and is located within Arabian Ranches,
so it’s just a short drive away for all
residents.
Getting around is quite easy and the
development is strategically located on
Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Road. It’s
a 20-minute journey from Downtown and
Dubai Mall, 10 minutes from the beach,
five minutes from Global Village and
about 1.5 hours to Abu Dhabi. Arabian
Ranches is also well integrated within
the public transport system, offering both
bus and taxi services – but if you want to
flag a passing taxi your best option is to
head to the village community centre.
I would highly recommend that
families looking to rent or buy should
view a villa in Arabian Ranches, where
everything is close to hand, from schools
to the golf course.
Want to know more? Contact Adrian
Popica on 04 306 8833 or visit Better
Homes’ Green Community office.

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For sale
The first thing you will notice is the unbeatable
location of this house, which is extremely private
and quiet, situated by the main park in Green
Community. This three-bedroom villa has been
freshly painted and its air conditioning unit
has been serviced regularly, giving you peace of
mind as soon as you move in. This semi-detached
villa has three spacious rooms on the first floor
with en-suite bathrooms, built-in wardrobes and
double-height ceilings, and large dome-shaped
windows that let plenty of sunlight into the house.
There is a also a large family room on the landing
with a private terrace. The ground floor has a
lovely dining room with bay windows overlooking
the landscaped garden and lush parkland, a
spacious living room, a study, and a large, closed
kitchen with fitted appliances. Adjoining this is
a maid’s room and laundry room with separate
access via the enclosed garage. The villa features
a lot of storage space, plus four car parking spaces
on the driveway and two in the garage.
Need to know
Where? Green Community
What? Three-bedroom villa + maid’s room
Cost? AED3,999,000
Best for? Families
Like what you see? Call Better Homes consultant
Victoria Rushton on 04 306 8833 with reference
code VI2994
For rent
This is a modern Type 6 three-bedroom villa (plus
maid’s room) with wonderful finishes, including
built-in bedroom wardrobes, a fireplace and an
open, sociable kitchen with wooden units and
a breakfast bar. The fireplace in the open-plan
living and dining room is an unusual feature for
Dubai, but one that creates a cosy atmosphere in
the winter months. It faces a beautiful landscaped
garden that surrounds the house with a lush lawn
and leafy borders. A long veranda and private
balconies from each bedroom look over the garden.
The villa also benefits from included kitchen and
laundry facilities plus four car parking spaces.
Need to know
Where? Arabian Ranches
What? Three-bedroom villa + maid’s room
Cost? AED250,000
Best for? Families
Like what you see? Call Better Homes consultant
Ozlem Ucar on 04 306 8833 and quote the villa’s
reference code VI330903
Homes to view
Two spacious family villas with delightful gardens

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Arabian Ranches for sale
An exclusive lifestyle is on offer in this verdant community, where residents can enjoy an esteemed desert-style golf course, a
first-class equestrian centre and polo club, respected schools and many retail options and restaurants in the shopping centre.
Terra Nova
Arabian Ranches
Quintessential luxury living
Adam Paul Stockley
(Ref No. VI330693)
AED 5,400,000
4 BR
3,471 sq. ft.
Saheel Villas
Arabian Ranches
Exceptional deal
Paulina Kranjcevic
(Ref No. VI331906)
AED 4,700,000
3 BR
3,199 sq. ft.
Al Reem 1
2,627 sq. ft.
3 BRArabian Ranches
Excellent value
Dimple R
(Ref No. VI302054)
AED 2,999,999
Palmera 1
Arabian Ranches
Contemporary interiors
Samir Kazzaz
(Ref No. VI329410)
AED 2,750,000
2 BR
1,889 sq. ft.
Palmera 2
Arabian Ranches
Exceptional deal
Abi Odimayo
(Ref No. VI331688)
AED 2,950,000
2 BR
2,219 sq. ft.
Alvorada 1
Arabian Ranches
A stunning family home
Juliana Grebenchshikova
(Ref No. VI324604)
AED 5,100,000
3 BR
3,765 sq. ft.

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YOU SEE?
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to find out more
Arabian Ranches for rent
Saheel Villas
4,849 sq. ft.
5 BRArabian Ranches
High-profile environment
Sharfuddin Mohammed
(Ref No. VI163162)
AED 185,000
La Coleccion 1
Arabian Ranches
A resort style community
Uroosa Khan
(Ref No. VI331883)
AED 350,000
5 BR
4,401 sq. ft.
Mirador
Arabian Ranches
A prestigious address
(Ref No. VI332048)
AED 340,000
6 BR
4,559 sq. ft.
Saheel Villas
Arabian Ranches
A desirable address
Ozlem Ucar
(Ref No. VI331918)
AED 260,000
3 BR
3,166 sq. ft.

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Dubai Marina for sale
The Marina is home to luxurious apartments with stunning sea views and waterfront promenades jostling with jet skis,
joggers and shoppers. It’s the first port-of-call for many expats who are keen to soak up the sociable lifestyle on offer here.
Marina View Tower B
Dubai Marina
Strategic location
Anna Tybura
(Ref No. AP179010)
AED 3,590,000
3 BR
2,195 sq. ft.
Quay West
Dubai Marina
A desirable address
Fabio Lombardi
(Ref No. AP227475)
AED 1,820,000
1 BR
791 sq. ft.
Marina Terrace
940 sq. ft.
1 BRDubai Marina
Attractive investment opportunity
Kristina Titova
(Ref No. AP331226)
AED 1,680,000
The Point
Dubai Marina
Spectacular Marina views
David Lawes
(Ref No. AP331875)
AED 1,600,000
1 BR
800 sq. ft.
Al Mass
Dubai Marina
Luxurious penthouse
Robert Allsopp
(Ref No. AP331763)
AED 14,990,000
5 BR
6,339 sq. ft.
Anbar
Dubai Marina
Panoramic views
Robert Allsopp
(Ref No. VI6513)
AED 12,450,000
4 BR
4,961 sq. ft.

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KNOW MORE?
Call Better Homes
on 04 306 8833 and
talk to an agent
Dubai Marina for rent
Yass
1,187 sq. ft.
2 BRDubai Marina
Strategic location
Fabio Lombardi
(Ref No. AP254703)
AED 155,000
Marina Tower
Dubai Marina
Spectacular Marina views
Victor Danu
(Ref No. AP331962)
AED 235,000
3 BR
1,837 sq. ft.
23 Marina
Dubai Marina
Stunning view of the sea
Rihab Noureddine
(Ref No. AP331727)
AED 240,000
3 BR
2,980 sq. ft.
Shemara
Dubai Marina
Simona Mariana Barbulescu
(Ref No. AP304089)
AED 125,000
1 BR
1,073 sq. ft.
Marina View Tower B
Dubai Marina
Yasmine Aziz
(Ref No. AP328916)
AED 105,000
1 BR
778 sq. ft.
Yacht Bay
Dubai Marina
Direct marina views
Kathryn Droen
(Ref No. AP172606)
AED 135,000
2 BR
1,173 sq. ft.

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Downtown for sale
Live next to the icons of Dubai when you move to Downtown, home to Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and the dazzling Dubai
Fountains. Residents enjoy exceptional facilities, five-star spas, gourmet dining and a vibrant social scene on their doorstep.
Tajer Residences
Downtown Dubai
Exclusive residence
Riazuddin Ahmed
(Ref No. AP174328)
AED 2,300,000
1 BR
1,069 sq. ft.
29 Boulevard - Tower 1
Downtown Dubai
A host of facilities
Asal Abedi
(Ref No. AP328823)
AED 2,000,000
1 BR
836 sq. ft.
Burj Khalifa
Downtown Dubai
Panoramic views
Nicole Burt
(Ref No. AP293670)
AED 6,990,400
2 BR
2,056 sq. ft.
8 Boulevard Walk
Downtown Dubai
Excellent value
Khurram Jameel Lodhi
(Ref No. AP329322)
AED 1,250,000
Studio
543 sq. ft.
Zanzebeel 2
Downtown Dubai
A motivated seller
Anuradha Sanjay Chaudhri
(Ref No. AP331662)
AED 2,000,000
1 BR
954 sq. ft.

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Downtown for rent
Burj Khalifa
2,053 sq. ft.
2 BRDowntown Dubai
Experience heights of luxury
Yichin Tsen
(Ref No. AP331755)
AED 280,000 The Residences W3 (Tower 1)
Downtown Dubai
Central and prestigious location
Mohammad Mukram
(Ref No. AP318870)
AED 190,000
2 BR
1,367 sq. ft.
Zaafaran 4
Downtown Dubai
Excellent value
Wael Faidi
(Ref No. AP283969)
AED 175,000
2 BR
1,269 sq. ft.
South Ridge 5
Downtown Dubai
Amazing value
Mohammad Mukram
(Ref No. AP299901)
AED 210,000
2 BR
1,444 sq. ft.

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Palm Jumeirah for sale
Live a life of luxury on Palm Jumeirah, a manmade archipelago famous for its unique design, unrivalled views and first-class
facilities. Villas for sale on one of the fronds come with their very own private beach, for the ultimate beachfront lifestyle.
Oceana - Caribbean
Palm Jumeirah
Uncompromising luxury
Nina Pekina
(Ref No. AP291129)
AED 4,600,000
2 BR
1,709 sq. ft.
Tiara - Tanzanite
Palm Jumeirah
Daniela Simona Cosnita
(Ref No. AP317371)
AED 2,690,000
1 BR
1,333 sq. ft.
Al Anbara (B12)
2,218 sq. ft.
3 BRPalm Jumeirah
Affordable luxury
Soheila Aramnia
(Ref No. AP325950)
AED 3,400,000
Marina Residence 4
Palm Jumeirah
Fabio Lombardi
(Ref No. AP285108)
AED 6,600,000
3 BR
4,053 sq. ft.
C Frond (Hilali Villas)
Palm Jumeirah
Experience the height of luxury
Ivana Stanisic
(Ref No. VI331867)
AED 45,000,000
7 BR
10,000 sq. ft.
D Frond (Barhi Villas)
Palm Jumeirah
The jewel in the crown
Sharon Sweet
(Ref No. VI326786)
AED 12,900,000
4 BR
5,300 sq. ft.

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Palm Jumeirah for rent
Al Khushkar (B20)
1,582 sq. ft.
2 BRPalm Jumeirah
A desirable address
Sharon Sweet
(Ref No. AP246867)
AED 180,000 L Frond (Fara Villas)
Palm Jumeirah
Ali Tabrizi
(Ref No. VI264795)
AED 1,100,000
6 BR
7,000 sq. ft.
Al Habool (B11)
Palm Jumeirah
Fully furnished with style and class
Nina Pekina
(Ref No. AP261484)
AED 155,000
2 BR
1,589 sq. ft.
Golden Mile B7
Palm Jumeirah
A desirable address
Sharon Sweet
(Ref No. AP301565)
AED 185,000
2 BR
1,787 sq. ft.
Al Khudrawi (B6)
Palm Jumeirah
Izabela Matyjaszek
(Ref No. AP331043)
AED 230,000
3 BR
2,181 sq. ft.

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Jumeirah Lake Towers for sale
Residents can enjoy views of the lakes or park from these high-rise apartments in JLT, as well as a range of amenities
nearby, with grocery shops, cafés, restaurants, salons, health clubs and nurseries lining the waterfront promenades.
Lake View Tower
Jumeirah Lake Towers
High rental yields
Fabio Lombardi
(Ref No. AP235126)
AED 810,000
Studio
424 sq. ft.
Goldcrest Executive
Dynamic environment
Tatyana Drigaylo
(Ref No. AP331225)
AED 800,000
Studio
368 sq. ft.
Green Lakes Tower 2
1,680 sq. ft.
2 BRJumeirah Lake Towers
Excellent finish
Micky Soni
(Ref No. AP309491)
AED 2,500,000
Concorde Tower
One of the Best Deals on the Market
Muhammad Faheem Sadiq
(Ref No. AP329775)
AED 930,000
1 BR
675 sq. ft.
Lake City Tower
Live closer to work
Jawad Motiwala
(Ref No. AP240074)
AED 1,020,000
1 BR
700 sq. ft.
Concorde Tower
Landmark property
Julieta Kitova
(Ref No. AP303442)
AED 1,225,000
1 BR
826 sq. ft.

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Jumeirah Lake Towers for rent
Saba Tower 2
1,250 sq. ft.
2 BRJumeirah Lake Towers
Affordable luxury
Veerta Laul
(Ref No. AP321777)
AED 140,000 Laguna Tower (Mövenpick Hotel and Residence)
Behzad Torabi
(Ref No. AP332112)
AED 125,000
1 BR
1,083 sq. ft.
Jumeirah Bay Tower (X1)
Open to offers
Julieta Kitova
(Ref No. AP301243)
AED 140,000
2 BR
1,489 sq. ft.
Palladium
Premier location
Asif Shah
(Ref No. AP299777)
AED 130,000
2 BR
1,187 sq. ft.
Al Seef 3
Spacious living
Muneeb Khan Mohammed
(Ref No. AP331739)
AED 175,000
2 BR
2,044 sq. ft.

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DIFC
The financial centre of the city, DIFC attracts many businessmen and professionals from all corners of the world. It’s
renowned for its great location and for having spacious apartments with superior finishes, facilities and skyline views.
Park Tower A
DIFC
Amazing value
Asal Abedi
(Ref No. AP40881)
AED 2,585,000
2 BR
1,423 sq. ft.
The Index (One Central Park)
DIFC
Open to offers
Julieta Kitova
(Ref No. AP329056)
AED 2,856,000
1 BR
1,100 sq. ft.
Limestone House
1,300 sq. ft.
1 BRDIFC
Exclusive residence
Sana Hajjar
(Ref No. AP327598)
AED 2,550,000
Burj Daman
DIFC
Naveed Khan
(Ref No. AP331188)
AED 185,000
2 BR
1,540 sq. ft.
Burj Daman
DIFC
Excellent value
Mehnaz Khasimi
(Ref No. AP331666)
AED 260,000
3 BR
2,095 sq. ft.
Burj Daman
DIFC
Affordable luxury
Adil Raza Khan
(Ref No. AP332097)
AED 259,000
3 BR
2,125 sq. ft.
FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE
FOR RENTFOR RENTFOR RENT
The Business Bay district is proving
significant, not only in Dubai but it
is emerging as a regional commercial
hub, with the recent announcement of
the Canal Project to be completed as
promised. Work has begun to fast-track
this. Connecting Sheikh Zayed Road to
Dubai Creek is big news all around the
region and every business enterprise is
looking to own an office and residential
apartment in Business Bay. The area
has also seen increasing demand from
large overseas companies wanting to set
up a branch there soon. Business Bay
has a number of skyscrapers, including
commercial and residential projects,
with an infrastructure that’s been
designed at world-class level. Prices are
still affordable, between AED1,400 to
AED1,800 per square foot. Business Bay
is strategically and centrally located,
with wide roads and bridges allowing
easy traffic flow, the Metro is 10 minutes
walking distance, and the upcoming
canal water transport will be a major
attraction. The canal itself has bridges
built eight metres high to allow for yachts
and marine craft to pass through.
Ask the agent
Mohammad Mukkarum, residential consultant, Business Bay office

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JVC & JVT
Families should consider Jumeirah Village Circle and Jumeirah Village Triangle as ideal communities to move to, with large
villas and townhouses on offer at affordable prices, safe neighbourhoods, quiet parks and convenient access into the city.
Arabian Townhouse
Jumeirah Village Triangle
Ambitious initiative
Roy Yacoub
(Ref No. TH330597)
AED 2,800,000
2 BR
3,211 sq. ft.
Florence 2
Jumeirah Village Circle
A motivated seller
Gulshan Ara
(Ref No. AP305131)
AED 890,000
1 BR
956 sq. ft.
Rose 1
883 sq. ft.
1 BRJumeirah Village Circle
Amazing capital growth
Moin Jehanzeb
(Ref No. APM292187)
AED 805,000
Seasons Community - Summer
Brand new luxury apartments
Rahab Nicar
(Ref No. AP326489)
AED 60,000
1 BR
653 sq. ft.
Arabian Villas
Excellent value
Khurram Jameel Lodhi
(Ref No. VI329325)
AED 3,400,000
2 BR
2,669 sq. ft.
Mediterranean Villas
Muneeb Khan Mohammed
(Ref No. VI332111)
AED 165,000
2 BR
2,690 sq. ft.
Mediterranean Townhouse
A motivated seller
Micky Soni
(Ref No. TH332084)
AED 2,500,000
2 BR
2,992 sq. ft.
JVC - Villas
A great family option
Gulshan Ara
(Ref No. VI332285)
AED 160,000
2 BR
2,690 sq. ft.
Mediterranean Villas
Amazing value
Amit Laul
(Ref No. VI331970)
AED 240,000
5 BR
6,778 sq. ft.
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR RENT

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Dubailand for sale
Set to become a hub for tourism in the future, Dubailand is a multi-faceted district with a number of unique communities,
from the luxurious eco-friendly homes in Al Barari to the family-friendly sports-focused areas of Motor City and Sports City.
Golf View Residence
Dubai Sports City
Live with a view to inspire
(Ref No. AP285803)
AED 3,900,000
4 BR
4,906 sq. ft.
Townhouse
Green Community - DIP
Friendly neighborhood
Abi Odimayo
(Ref No. VI3138)
AED 3,800,000
3 BR
4,237 sq. ft.
Garden East Apartments
1,862 sq. ft.
2 BRGreen Community - DIP
Assured rental income
Nicole Burt
(Ref No. AP3422)
AED 2,100,000
Private Villa
The Villa
Elegant interiors
Suraiya Nawab
(Ref No. VI329891)
AED 5,600,000
4 BR
5,041 sq. ft.
PO Apartments
Arjan
Amazing value
Darko Dumancic
(Ref No. AP328015)
AED 550,000
Studio
460 sq. ft.
Townhouse
Premier location
Victoria Rushton
(Ref No. VI2994)
AED 3,999,000
3 BR
4,176 sq. ft.

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Dubailand for rent
South West Apartments
939 sq. ft.
1 BRGreen Community - DIP
Contemporary style/layout
Abi Odimayo
(Ref No. AP330732)
AED 85,000
Sherlock House 2
Motor City
Sunny, spacious apartment
Abi Odimayo
(Ref No. AP331549)
AED 80,000
1 BR
943 sq. ft.
Private Villa
The Villa
Premier location
Suraiya Nawab
(Ref No. VI332080)
AED 250,000
5 BR
4,000 sq. ft.
Andalusia
Falcon City of Wonders
Affordable luxury
Paulina Kranjcevic
(Ref No. TH330223)
AED 230,000
4 BR
3,454 sq. ft.
Terrace Apartments
Sophisticated waterfront community
Hannah Bakshani
(Ref No. AP158029)
AED 215,000
3 BR
3,283 sq. ft.

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The Greens
The Greens is a haven for couples, families and dog walkers, with tree-lined paths winding through the complex of low-rise
apartments, a vibrant community centre with shops and cafés, and lovely views across the neighbouring Emirates Golf Club.
Al Sidir 2
The Greens
Modern living at its best
Bilal Khan
(Ref No. AP331671)
AED 2,900,000
3 BR
2,126 sq. ft.
Travo B
The Greens
Competitive price, call now
Toni Loureiro
(Ref No. AP22653)
AED 1,395,000
1 BR
941 sq. ft.
Al Ghozlan 2
811 sq. ft.
1 BRThe Greens
Unparalleled comfort and convenience
Syed Wajih Uddin Ahmed
(Ref No. AP23364)
AED 1,100,000
Al Jaz 2
The Greens
Close to all amenities
Rahab Nicar
(Ref No. AP332204)
AED 170,000
3 BR
1,640 sq. ft.
Al Arta 1
The Greens
An investor’s dream
Anjana Mahna
(Ref No. AP1131)
AED 1,200,000
1 BR
740 sq. ft.
Al Dhafra 4
The Greens
Lush landscaping
Narges Motaleb
(Ref No. AP308843)
AED 80,000
1 BR
758 sq. ft.
Al Dhafra 4
The Greens
Excellent value
Roy Yacoub
(Ref No. AP152309)
AED 1,199,000
1 BR
768 sq. ft.
Al Dhafra 4
The Greens
Amazing value
Shikha Rath
(Ref No. APM23408)
AED 145,000
2 BR
1,093 sq. ft.
Golf Tower 2
The Greens
Breathtaking vistas
Nicole Burt
(Ref No. AP300558)
AED 205,000
2 BR
1,318 sq. ft.
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR RENT

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The Springs
Part of the Emirates Living District, The Springs is an idyllic community of townhouses with amazing views of waterways
and lush landscaping. Residents have everything close to hand, such as banks, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and mosques.
Springs 8 (Phase 3A)
Emirates Living
Now’s the time to make the move
Nina Pekina
(Ref No. VI321601)
AED 3,290,000
3 BR
2,800 sq. ft.
Springs 4 (Phase 5)
Emirates Living
A place to call home
Ganna Grosova
(Ref No. VI206088)
AED 3,805,110
3 BR
2,700 sq. ft.
Springs 7 (Phase 3B)
1,690 sq. ft.
2 BREmirates Living
Exceptionally rewarding investment
Gulshan Ara
(Ref No. VI329569)
AED 2,350,000
Springs 2 (Phase 7)
Emirates Living
A desirable address
Soheila Aramnia
(Ref No. VI321694)
AED 165,000
2 BR
1,890 sq. ft.
Springs 3 (Phase 6)
Emirates Living
Exceptional deal
Soheila Aeinehchi
(Ref No. VI331321)
AED 4,000,000
3 BR
2,900 sq. ft.
Springs 15 (1A)
Emirates Living
Sorin Rizan
(Ref No. VI315168)
AED 180,000
3 BR
2,745 sq. ft.
FOR SALE FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR RENTFOR RENT
The Springs is a mature, popular and
family-friendly area amongst expats. It
is close to schools, hospitals and malls
and has easy access to Sheikh Zayed
Road, Emirates Road and Al Khail Road.
Rents are still quite high and end-users
are increasingly looking to get out of
the rent trap and become homeowners
instead. The fact that interest rates are
still quite low makes owning a property
much more profitable than renting and
the trend of end-users getting on to the
property ladder is increasing by the day.
The availability of ready residential
stock is helping this trend. In The
Springs you can rent a two-bedroom
villa from AED125,000 per annum and
a three-bedroom villa from AED170,000.
However, prices can vary and depend
entirely on the view, the condition of
the villa, and if any upgrades have been
made to the property. Rates are expected
to go up some time in the future. The
general consensus is that the rate cycle
will start reversing itself in the second
quarter of 2015.
Ask the agent
Mehroz Majeed, residential consultant, Dubai Marina office

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Jumeirah Beach Residence for sale
JBR is a hive of activity and a highly sought-after place to live, where residents enjoy sandy beaches, the new Beach Mall
with al fresco restaurants, The Walk beachfront promenade of shops and cafés, and stunning views of the Persian Gulf.
Sadaf 8
Dubai Marina
Beachfront living at an attractive price
Toni Loureiro
(Ref No. AP325454)
AED 10,500,000
4 BR
6,130 sq. ft.
Rimal 1
Dubai Marina
Tulay Ozcan
(Ref No. AP290770)
AED 2,450,000
2 BR
1,355 sq. ft.
Sadaf 7
1,448 sq. ft.
2 BRDubai Marina
Nina Pekina
(Ref No. APM174027)
AED 2,399,000
Murjan 5
Dubai Marina
Full ocean view
Anda Marin
(Ref No. AP227992)
AED 10,800,000
4 BR
6,634 sq. ft.
Rimal 3
Dubai Marina
Victor Danu
(Ref No. AP330910)
AED 2,000,000
1 BR
1,158 sq. ft.
Bahar 1
Dubai Marina
A motivated seller
Yasmin Piroozan
(Ref No. AP291737)
AED 1,800,000
1 BR
1,198 sq. ft.

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Jumeirah Beach Residence for rent
Sadaf 8
2,655 sq. ft.
4 BRDubai Marina
A host of facilities
Martina Plumley
(Ref No. AP171913)
AED 225,000
Shams 4
Dubai Marina
Live by the beach
Karan Bhatia
(Ref No. AP331419)
AED 155,000
2 BR
1,188 sq. ft.
Bahar 6
Dubai Marina
A great family option
Veerta Laul
(Ref No. AP172255)
AED 120,000
1 BR
800 sq. ft.
Murjan 1
Dubai Marina
Anita Szilagyi
(Ref No. AP300619)
AED 142,000
2 BR
1,290 sq. ft.

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Jumeirah Park
This is a truly up-and-coming area with independent villas finished to very high standards, large plot sizes and some private
swimming pools. Scenic parks and a new shopping complex make the community an increasingly convenient place to move to.
Jumeirah Park
Jumeirah Park
Soheila Aeinehchi
(Ref No. VI331184)
AED 4,100,000
4 BR
3,380 sq. ft.
Jumeirah Park
Jumeirah Park
A motivated seller
Anjana Mahna
(Ref No. VI321222)
AED 3,800,000
3 BR
3,063 sq. ft.
Jumeirah Park
3,527 sq. ft.
3 BRJumeirah Park
Ali Tabrizi
(Ref No. VI307543)
AED 4,800,000
Jumeirah Park
Jumeirah Park
Dynamic development
Hannah Bakshani
(Ref No. VI318055)
AED 275,000
4 BR
4,335 sq. ft.
Jumeirah Park
Jumeirah Park
Soheila Aeinehchi
(Ref No. VI331182)
AED 5,450,000
4 BR
4,335 sq. ft.
Jumeirah Park
Jumeirah Park
Brand new
Anjana Mahna
(Ref No. VI66844)
AED 4,250,000
3 BR
3,547 sq. ft.
Jumeirah Park
Jumeirah Park
A desirable address
Gulshan Ara
(Ref No. VI315331)
AED 280,000
3 BR
3,063 sq. ft.
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR RENT
FOR RENT

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Short-term rentals
If you’re staying in Dubai for a short time, take advantage of Better Homes’ self-catering rental properties, in prime locations
across the city. They are let fully furnished with an equipped kitchen and laundry facilities, so you can move in straightaway.
Bahar 1
Dubai Marina
Self-contained development
Kazim Ali
(Ref No. APM331670)
AED 28,000
2 BR
2,896 sq. ft.
Concorde Tower
Kazim Ali
(Ref No. APM332054)
AED 16,500
1 BR
1,436 sq. ft.
The Signature
1,373 sq. ft.
2 BRDowntown Dubai
Inspiring setting
Kazim Ali
(Ref No. APM332098)
AED 25,000 Bahar 1
Dubai Marina
Beachfront living at an attractive price in JBR
Syed Murtaza Haider
(Ref No. APM329633)
AED 17,000
1 BR
1,198 sq. ft.
Bahar 1
Dubai Marina
Live by the beach
Merracquek Flores
(Ref No. APM298291)
AED 22,020
2 BR
1,374 sq. ft.
Burj Al Nujoom
Downtown Dubai
Be where it all happens
Norman Tarala
(Ref No. APM326089)
AED 23,010
2 BR
1,390 sq. ft.
The Cosmopolitan
Business Bay
Premier location
Merracquek Flores
(Ref No. APM331392)
AED 15,000
1 BR
952 sq. ft.
Shams 4
Dubai Marina
Kazim Ali
(Ref No. APM326976)
AED 22,200
2 BR
1,263 sq. ft.
Burj Al Nujoom
Downtown Dubai
Central and prestigious location
Merracquek Flores
(Ref No. APM330188)
AED 12,000
Studio
452 sq. ft.

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Community &
Service Directory
Key contacts for a better home and lifestyle
Interiors
Curtains &Decor
Maintenance
Pet Care
Arabian Ranches Town Centre - Shop B12, Dubai
Tel.: 04-3618184 / Fax: 04-3618185
Al Barajeel Oasis Complex - Shop 7004 - Mirdif, Dubai
With Grooming facilities
Tel.: 04-2847733 / Fax: 04-2847333
Emirates Hills Town Centre - Shop TCG-8, Dubai
Tel.: 04-3617767 / Fax: 04-3607605
Gardens Plaza , Al Raha Garden Village
Shop G-014, Abu Dhabi - With Grooming facilities
Tel.: 02-5574580
facebook.com/Pet's Delight twitter.com/Pets_Delight
info@mepetcare.com www.pets-delight.com
Pet Care
General Maintenance

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