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Welcome
With the Holy Month of Ramadan upon
us, our homes are in their element,
coming alive at night for family gettogethers around the dinner table.
With this in mind, we’ve sought out
nutritious yet easy Iftar recipes that
you can make at home, picked out cosy
dinner table designs, and look ahead to
the fun festivities of Eid.
For those suffering from the rise in
humidity, take respite with our buyer’s
guide to AC, or shelter underneath
Paola Lenti’s abstract outdoor pavilion,
showcased in this month’s Designer
Spotlight. I know some of you are
already planning ahead to the cooler
months (spoil sports), so we help you
pick the best pool for your garden.
Want something readymade? Why not
take the plunge and buy a beautifully
landscaped home – our Property Picks
from Emirates Living show off two cool
oases in the desert.
Eleanor Joslin
Managing Director
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Editorial Director
John Thatcher
Editor
Eleanor Joslin
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Designer
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Production Manager
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Advertising Manager
Sukaina Hussein
Photography
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hotmail.co.uk
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Contents
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Home
14. The Design Digest
28. Ask the Experts
See what’s new in the world
of home interiors this month
Style your home in Scandichic or monochromatic
17. July Wishlist
30. Happy Birthday!
Make your home nice and
cosy for summer evenings in
We wish the pioneers of
design many happy returns
19. Designer Spotlight
34. Hot Topic: Swimming Pools
Paola Lenti makes wool cool
for summer – find out how
Keep afloat of the best styles
and latest safety measures
20. Through the Keyhole
36. School’s Out!
This family home on The
Palm is full of relaxed Zen
Crafty ideas to keep your kids
entertained over summer
26. Buying Guide To... Air Con
39. An Evening of Flavour
Chill out with these top tips
to buying the best AC unit
Tasty yet traditional Iftar
recipes for the whole family
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43. Property of the Month
52. Move to the Marina
An exclusive hotel-apartment
home in JBR is up for grabs
The best views and lifestyle
are on offer in Dubai Marina
44. The Beverly Hills of Dubai
56. Holiday at Home
Why Emirates Hills is home
to the rich and famous
Get the vacation vibe with
these Palm Jumeirah villas
45. Property Picks
62. Going Green
Two of the best homes to rent
and buy in an affluent area
Look at these apartments to
rent and buy in The Greens
46. Market Watch
65. Ask the Agent
Conflicting trends have
emerged, reports our expert
Find out where to go for the
ultimate golf-driven lifestyle
48. On the Map
76. Better Homes’ Lust-Have
Find your way around Dubai
with our colour-coded map
Break the fast with this chefmade dinnerware for Eid
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Colour of the Month
The summer’s hottest colour is superfruity lime green – it’s everywhere,
from a dash in your mineral water
to bright Tupperware tops.
Just a hint of it can have a
huge impact, but, while less
is more, that shouldn’t
limit you to candles and
cushions. Try a limegreen occasional chair
or sofa and feed the
theme throughout
the room with photo
frames and vases
in the same tone.
Feeling brave?
Highlight a feature
wall by painting
the backdrop of
a white bookcase
for a pop-art focal
point. Universally,
this zesty citrus
hue is often
popular in the
summertime: in
the Western world
it coincides with
the sunny days of
the season, while in
the scorching Gulf it
brings a splash of an
outdoor colour inside.
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The Design Digest
What’s new in the world of interiors
What we’ve
been waiting for…
The Ethan Allen summer sale! At last,
our favourite US import has launched its
sale and we can’t wait to pick up some
gorgeous accessories for a great price.
If you like period drama, new eclecticism
and vintage romance head to the store in
Dubai Mall – be quick, before we snap up
all the goods. ethanallen.com
TEA PARTY TREATS
Treat yourself to some mouth-watering
delicacies served on 2XL’s pretty range
of plates and platters, relaunched for the
summer. The 47-piece Pink Rose Porcelain
collection (AED336) has an English countrygarden theme with charming floral patterns
and feminine colours. They’re as tempting as
the cakes they serve. This three-tier serving
stand (AED66), pictured, is the perfect
centrepiece. 2xlme.com
> We
love these new Fiore Rosso
Tower LED lamps, lighting the
way for family and friends to
join us in the balmy evenings.
fiore-rosso.com
Another trip
to the bathroom...
Kohler seems to launch a new product every month! As loyal fans
we’re dedicated to bringing you the latest news from the kitchen and
bathroom specialists: now you can personalise your bathroom with the
new Artifacts collection by choosing from a variety of spouts, handles
and finishes and 15 Artifacts accessories. “There’s an undeniable thrill
that comes with discovering a piece that resonates with your design
aesthetic,” says Jerome Michel, managing director for Europe, Middle
East and Africa Region at Kohler Brand. “Curating your own Artifacts
faucet evokes that same feeling.” kohler.com
> Saving money
can help you sleep
easy – which is
why two bed giants
have announced
big summer sales
and Ramadan
promotions. Save
up to 50% at King
Koil and Serta
during the muchanticipated Dubai
Summer Surprise
period. kingkoilme.
com; sertame.com
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Paints with
superpowers
Want to paint your home, cool it down
and save money? Now you can with
Jotun’s new range of exterior paints
specially developed for the region.
Jotashield ColourLast and Jotashield
ColourXtreme will reduce the surface
temperature of your villa’s walls by
up to 10°C and protect them from the
summer heat for 12 years. That’s one
super-human shield covering your
home. me.jotun.com
> If you fancy something eye-catching at the Iftar
table, head to O’de Rose in Jumeirah. The Lebanese
boutique is renowned for its eclectic and colourful
home furnishings, accessories, jewellery and fashion
lines and its Ramadan collection is no different. We
love these duo coffee cups (AED950) with a Ying and
Yang theme. o-derose.com
Bish, Bash, Bosch – Job Done
> It’s the age-old
mishap, washing a red
sock with your white
sheets. But it really does
happen! Fear not, for
Bosch has taken laundry
care to the next level with
new machines that wash
with automatic antistain technology to tackle
16 stubborn stains. If it
gets makeup out it really
will be a breakthrough
innovation – now, there’s
a challenge. bosch.ae
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Does the sofa look good with the table? Does the table go with the
carpet? What colour would go with the fabric on the chair? There is
a reason why we have the word ‘concept’ in our name. We have had
all the worries about matching and fitting. And our interior decorators
can guide and advise you. BoConcept is all about making your home
come together. So that you can enjoy the harmony of an interior look
that will last for years.
BoConcept Dubai Sheikh Zayed Road. Exit 45 Al Manara Interchange
Phone no +9714 3884522 E-mail [email protected]
/boconceptuae
BoConcept Abu Dhabi 3rd level opposite to Grand Cinema in Abu Dhabi mall
Phone no +9712 6425325 E-mail [email protected]
/boconceptuae
BoConcept Bahrain Building 266 Al Seef District 428 Road 2804 Al Seef
/boconceptbh
Phone no +973 17564319 E-mail [email protected]
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1.
July wishlist
Invite friends and family round for a cosy get-together
2.
4.
3.
5.
1. Etamine chaise longue and cushions, prices vary, Zimmer Rhode 2. Arteriors lantern, AED4,800, Bloomingdale’s Home 3. Shirdak
serving platter, AED350, tavolashop.com 4. Velvet cushion, AED135, 2XL 5. Legle jug and cup set, AED 2,100, Bloomingdale’s Home
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One to watch
Suite summer dreams from Natuzzi Italia
Are you often daydreaming about a
good night’s sleep? You don’t have to
wait much longer – Natuzzi Italia will
soon be launching brand new bedroom,
dining and sofa collections in the
UAE. Interestingly, it’s the company’s
first foray into the bedroom, and they
do not disappoint. The Italian label,
renowned for its contemporary living
room models, has called upon the
expertise of Manzoni and Tapinassi
from Studio Memo, and Claudio Bellini,
who are responsible for the company’s
flagship living room furniture. Smooth,
sensual lines prevail, with neutral
and monochrome colours. There’s a
nod to the 1950s, too, with tapered
legs and quilted headboards dressing
most models in a retro-modern look.
Unfortunately, you’ll have to wait
until September to enjoy a snooze in
this Dolce Vita bed, pictured, but you
can order – and sleep soundly on that
thought int.natuzzi.com
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Designer Spotlight
Woolly seats in this weather?
Why the garden is still the place to be, thanks to Paola Lenti
Despite the humid evenings, outdoor furniture sales aren’t
slowing down. Paola Lenti is a prominent leader in the
luxury outdoor furniture market, a position her company
has held for two decades. Universally, she’s become an
instant reference point for high-quality seating and rugs,
designed in the company’s signature shapes, colours and
materials.
“In fact, Dubai is one of Paola Lenti’s strongest markets
worldwide,” says Laurence Dehlen, regional sales manager
at Purity, the only UAE distributor appointed by the Italian
designer. So, why does Paola Lenti stand out from the
crowd?
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Unlike the Gulf’s mainstay material of rattan for
outdoor furniture, she’s well known for her use of wool
felt. But how does wool fare in the rain and harsh sun?
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Constant experimentation with materials and
manufacturing ensures durable, weather-resistant and
shape-preserving products. Only the best yarns, skilled
craftsmen and the latest technology are considered.
‡
Her seating designs are extremely versatile: they are
characterised by simple geometric shapes and bright
colours, namely fuchsia, indigo and lime. Colour really
is key in all of her collections.
“The product is able to withstand the harsh weather
conditions here, making it a perfect choice for clients that
want something to last,” adds Laurence. “It’s extremely
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sophisticated and works well in Dubai’s luxury market, as
no other outdoor furniture brands compare.” How have her
designs evolved in the twenty years she’s been established?
“The fabrics have changed the most, and although the
basic rope element is still the main finish, the colours
and braiding of this rope have changed dramatically,” he
says. “She is a pioneer in the development of textures and
colours.”
For 2014, Paola Lenti launched In the Key of Colour,
a bright collection that featured new poufs in one of her
trademark materials, Rope T, with two colours of the Rope
cord woven together to create a spiral-like pattern. Even
the new lime-green side tables feature a Rope handle in the
centre of the tabletop, making the piece increasingly tactile
and mobile.
“While her outdoor collection is certainly the most
popular, we also receive many requests for her indoor
furnishings,” says Laurence. “More recently, people are
interested in the incredible outdoor pavilion collection
that has been launched.” The Pavilion, a modular shading
structure – like an abstract gazebo – is perfect for the
summer months. After extensive research, the fabric for the
sides and canopy is translucent yet UV-resistant, catering
to the demands of the weather as well as social occasions,
enabling those sheltered inside to look out from all angles.
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A small change
makes all the
difference
Words by Eleanor Joslin; photos by Helen Riley
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This design-orientated family show
us round their ever-changing apartment
You can tell Merete Broen is in the interior
design business. Through the open door, past
her beaming smile and her two beautiful blonde
daughters, we can see the dining table is neatly
laid for six, large throw cushions lay strategically
on the living room floor, and sliced fresh fruits
and chunky sandwiches wait on the coffee table.
Their apartment on Palm Jumeirah is ready
for the photo shoot. Soon, the ladies of the house
will be ready too. Five-year-old Estelle has to
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change her dress first – she didn’t like the stripy
blue-and-white one mum had picked out. We’re
not allowed to see her bedroom – yet, she says,
disappearing behind the door. Not until it’s ready.
A few minutes later, Estelle bounds onto
the balcony in a pretty pink party dress,
while her older sister Maline, seven, brings
our photographer Helen a delightfully frothy
cappuccino. Their Danish mum scoops them up
onto the cosy snug outside. The pink and orange
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I love updating
the apartment,
it’s fun and the
kids love it too
You can tell Merete Broen is in the
interior design business. Through the
open door, past her beaming smile and
her two beautiful blonde daughters, we
can see she’s set the scene for an idyllic
family lunch. The dining table is neatly
laid for six, ambient lighting glows
from all corners, and sliced fresh fruits
and chunky sandwiches wait on the
coffee table. While their three-bedroom
apartment on Palm Jumeirah is ready
for the photo shoot, five-year-old Estelle
has to change her dress first – she
didn’t like the stripy blue-and-white
one mum had picked out. We’re not
allowed to see her bedroom yet, she
says, disappearing behind the door. Not
until it’s ready.
A few minutes later, Estelle bounds
onto the balcony in a pretty pink party
dress while her older sister Maline,
seven, brings our photographer Helen
a delightfully frothy cappuccino. Their
Danish mum playfully scoops them
into the cosy snug outside, padded
with blue and yellow floor cushions
left over from her last colour scheme –
bright outdoors and metallic indoors.
Snacking on toasted corn kernels and
reading children’s pony books with
their mum, the kids are naturals in
front of the camera.
“We spend a lot of time outside when
it’s not too hot,” says Merete. “We
love being outside: my husband likes
to go mountain biking and the girls
love camping in the desert, sleeping in
tents and cooking marshmallows on
the barbecue.” It’s easy to see why they
enjoy their large balcony. It has a great
view from the Shoreline apartment,
looking out past the trunk, over the
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rooftops of new
villas, and across
the blue coastline.
Getting restless
in the heat, Estelle
announces that
her bedroom is
ready and leads
the way. It’s pink
and purple with
Little Mermaid’s
Ariel painted on
the wall, looking
over the princessstyle bed, topped
with a pretty lace
canopy. “Look,
here’s my TV,” she
shows me, pulling
back the cabinet
door. Showing
my age, I ask if The Little Mermaid
is her favourite video – oops – I mean
DVD. “No, it’s Frozen,” she says, in
chorus with her mum. “And Elsa is
my favourite character.” What’s your
favourite colour, I ask, looking at the
pink walls. “Blue. I want a light blue
bedroom.”
Then Maline races in to see where
Helen is – she’s not camera-shy at all.
We’re lured next door into her bedroom
and it’s easy to see that Estelle looks
up to her big sister, who’s tidy bedroom
is light blue. Maline loves reading and
has lots of books – she asks if I’ve read
Diary of a Wimpy Kid. I’ll put it on my
reading list, I assure her.
The kids tumble around on the bed,
much to the annoyance of Rusty the
cat, who was curled up contentedly
in a beam of warm sunlight. They’re
excited about
their horse riding
lesson in an hour,
so we let them
get ready: Helen
continues to shoot
the contemporary
apartment while I
talk to their mum.
On our way to
sit at the expertly
laid dining table,
we pass a family
photomontage
hanging in the
hallway, within a
large gilt picture
frame. “The photos
show both girls
from birth,” says
Merete. Quite
literally, too, as
she points to a
minute-old Maline,
with umbilical cord
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still attached. “We take pictures of the
girls with our friends and family every
time they come to see us, so we can
show the girls who they are when they
next visit. It’s a great way for them to
remember the people close to us, when
we don’t live near them or see them
very often.”
Merete and her Dutch husband
Patrick van Ijzendoorn, co-founders
of Zen Interiors, moved to Dubai 20
years ago, two years after they met in
England while studying and training
for careers in hotel management.
Soon after graduating, they watched a
television programme about Dubai and
thought, “why not?”, fancying a change
from chilly Britain. They could always
buy a return ticket if they didn’t like
it, they said. I don’t need to tell you
that was the first and last time return
tickets were mentioned.
Since then, they’ve rented in
every community: Mirdif, Desert
Springs, Karama... But when a client
approached Zen Interiors to redesign
an apartment in Shoreline Residences,
the couple knew they’d finally found a
place to call home. “When we started
his project we realised there were
some lovely properties here,” says the
interior designer. “Shortly after, I fell
pregnant with Estelle and we thought it
would be a nice place for the children.
I took the pram to the park and the
beach, and we would swim and pick up
shells. It’s also near the showroom on
Sheikh Zayed and the girls’ school. It’s
very convenient and we’re very relaxed
and happy here.”
As with most homeowners, they want
to make some structural changes to
the kitchen and bathrooms – that’s the
next project on the agenda. “We haven’t
had time yet but I want to open the
kitchen up and create one large space
within the living room,” she explains.
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“I’d like to change the bathroom tiles,
too, which are standard from Nakheel,
and buy some lovely Bagno sanitary
ware. When we bought the apartment
we moved in straight away and
furnished the place in just five days. Of
course, it wasn’t too difficult because
we had the tailors and furniture on
hand at Zen Interiors; it was a huge
advantage.
“I try to update the décor every
year – I don’t tell my husband,” she
laughs. “If I tell him beforehand he’ll
sigh, “oh, not again,” so he comes home
and everything will be done.” Despite
this, I can see he’s got some say – and
good taste, too – looking around the
masculine master bedroom, which
is furnished with leather wingback
armchairs, a huge bed, handscraped
wooden floorboards and a neutral
colour palette. “He lives with seven
ladies so he needs a masculine space,”
says his wife, including the live-in
maid and two pet cats in that number.
“I love making new cushion designs,
bedspreads and headboards, and having
a new sofa,” she continues. “I also like
to try what we get for the store, and
test the comfort and quality. I think
that’s very important.”
The turquoise-and-white sofa
cushions are Merete’s own designs.
She shares them with her tailors who
make them to order. The splash of aqua
is part of the new colour scheme she
introduced six months ago, along with
the sofa, also from Zen Interiors. She
and Patrick travel frequently to source
furniture for clients and the showroom
on Sheikh Zayed Road, near Mall of the
Emirates, visiting Indonesia and East
Asia in particular. The hand-carved
picture frame displaying the girls’ photo
montage is from Box Living, made
in Indonesia, loyal suppliers of Zen
Interiors since its inception 11 years
ago. The side tables, coffee table and
lamps in the living room are also from
Zen Interiors, while the TV cabinet and
dining table are from Polyform in Italy.
“I like to keep the tone of the
furniture neutral and add colour with
candles, cushions and art,” she says.
“It’s a really cost-effective way to
change your colour scheme without
replacing furniture. I love updating the
apartment, it’s a lot of fun and the kids
love it as well. I really should change
the girls’ bedrooms soon as it’s been
awhile. The trouble is, when they see
the lovely children’s bedrooms we’ve
done at work they want those designs.
I try not to show them too many photos
or else they’d want new bedrooms all
the time.” I wonder where they get that
inclination from, I laugh.
Just before we leave, the kids run
towards us after a suspiciously quiet
ten minutes and hold out two pretty
pictures they’ve drawn – a truly lovely
way to remember a very happy family.
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BUY THE LOOK
These funky items will infuse your home with feel-good Zen
Master of
the bedroom
Add a splash
Keep it contemporary
(Clockwise from top left) Master of the bedroom: Kuzana Ogg Tikiya print, AED1,469 Crate and Barrel; Hazem Al Zubi bronze sculpture, POA, Fann-a-Porter; Fleming armchair, AED14,160, Andrew
Martin; Donna Karan Home bed linen set, AED575 to AED 2,000, Bloomingdale’s Home. Add a splash: stripe cushion, AED145, Zara Home; Herve Gambes indoor plants, AED990 each, Bloomingdale’s
Home; green tray, AED79, Homes R Us; outdoor 20-inch cushion in sulphur, AED147, Crate and Barrel. Keep it contemporary: storage unit, POA, BoConcept; Viena L-shape sofa, AED 8,957, Zen
Interiors; trio of lamps, prices vary, Pan Emirates Home.
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Buying guide… to air conditioners
Too hot? Too cold? Get it just right with this helpful guide
Some nights we go from needing blankets and bed socks to
wearing nothing at all. If your air con levels are fluctuating,
now might be the time to look at renewing the system. A
good AC unit controls more than just the temperature –
it aids hygiene, comfort levels, sleep, and your all-round
wellbeing at home.
How does it work?
Our glass-fronted homes are like greenhouses under the
blazing summer sun. Air conditioning units reduce the
temperature inside by sucking in hot air over an evaporator
that acts like a very cold refrigerant. Once cooled, the air is
blown back out into the room. If your air con doesn’t feel cool
enough the evaporator may be damaged through use, or the
filter may need cleaning. Half of AC complaints are simply
due to clogged filters. Most of us have a split system where
a large weatherproof condenser unit sits outside while a
smaller, discreet unit fits inside. Top tip: set your AC to 24°C
while you’re out. This is the perfect temperature to prevent
condensation misting the windows and spreading damp.
How much power?
Many factors affect the unit’s power: not just the heat
outside and the size of the room, but the computer equipment
and the number of people in that room – we give off heat,
too, remember. The unit will have to work harder when any
one of these factors increase. Cooling power is measured in
Watts or BTUs/h (British Thermal Units). The rule of thumb
is roughly 40W per cubit metre or four BTUs per cubic foot,
to cool a room. 10,000BTUs equates to approximately 3kW.
Is the air clean?
Believe it or not, it can be more polluted
inside than out. Although you can’t see
them, the air inside our homes is full of dust
particles, sand, smoke, pollen and bacteria.
Opening a window helps, but that’s not so easy in the
city, and will undo all the hard work of your AC unit. An air
purifier is air con’s best friend. There are three filter types:
1. HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) filters are the
pricier option but remove 99% of airborne particles.
2. Electrostatic filters clean the air using static electricity
to ‘stick’ particles to the filter. This is cheaper and
quieter, but may not be as efficient.
3. Photocatalytic filters remove 99.99% of pollutants but
are not so commonly used. They deactivate germs by
breaking down the molecular structure to eliminate
toxic gases and odours.
Why is it humid inside?
It should be a little humid – surprisingly, our homes should
have a comfortable humidity level of between 40% and 60%.
However, rooms often suffer from condensation as the cool
air inside battles with the hot air outside. Unsightly mildew
can suddenly pop up on damp textiles, like cushions and
shoes – and no one wants to go to work with a mouldy foot.
Many homes will benefit from a dehumidifier, which draws
excess moisture out of the air. While they can be noisy, they
automatically switch off when the tank fills up so you can
leave the house and let it hum.
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BoConcept
“How can I achieve a simple and stylish look using monochromatic colours?”
Adrienne Calder, Jumeirah Park
Less is more, advises Nina Marguerite
Avalo, project manager at BoConcept
Monochromatic furnishings are
contemporary, stylish, clean and
minimalistic. Don’t be confused with
monochrome where everything is
black-and-white; with monochromatic,
the scheme will feature one or two
colours throughout the whole room,
colour-matching walls, furniture and
accessories in a single colour at the
extreme end, or two or three colours
for a less dramatic look. Either way,
you don’t need a lot to make the theme
look amazing. This is why it is quite an
easy style for a customer to implement,
because adding or changing just a few
items will make a big difference to the
overall look.
Let’s say you have a living room with
a simple layout, with a white sofa, a
couple surrounding colours like blue or
dark green, and some walnut wood in
the coffee table or bookshelf. Adding
natural colours, such as the wood, to a
theme of blue and green will make such
a difference and add warmth to the
aqua palette.
When we look at the colours you can
use for a monochromatic style, focus
on plain colours and not too many
patterns. However, it all depends on
your taste, style and fashion. If you
prefer a simple style then you can
add just a few extra items to create
different eye-catching focal points in
the room. An effective monochromatic
design is achieved through a simple
yet elegant style. Basic colours like
grey, black or white will always team
well with a brighter shade. Grey is
the easiest colour to use as a base and
team with brighter colours, although
black follows a similar principle. This is
because grey tones soften bright colours
and creates a calm feel throughout the
room. In contrast, black is dramatic
while white is clean and contemporary.
Adding walnut wood to grey and black
will add warmth to the scheme.
In the bedroom, you should have
calm colours rather than bright hues,
so it’s relaxing and soothing to the
eye. This will help you sleep well, too.
You don’t need to fill this room with
too much furniture, either: keep the
necessary items like a bed, wardrobe
and dressing table, rather than things
that are not needed in a bedroom. Dark
curtains against a pale colour on the
walls, such as yellow, will keep the
light out but let your room feel bright
and refreshing. Yellow candles and
cushions will complete this cosy feel. In
the living room, focus on basic furniture
like a sofa bed, armchairs and dining
table (in grey and walnut), and start to
build your scheme from there. Finish
with accessories in the brighter colour
of your chosen palette – the brighter
the better in a spacious living area.
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Don’t be afraid of colour, says Nataliya
Yordanova, head designer at IDdesign UAE
Clean-lined furnishings, wooden details
and a white colour palette clearly
identify Scandinavian design. These
features mix together to produce an
appearance that is contemporary,
organic and suggestive of the natural
world. Metallic accessories, eyecatching patterns, splashes of citrus
accents and handmade touches finish
off a Scandinavian-inspired space.
These days, the living room is the
interior space of choice. You should
strive to select furniture with clean
lines, as this is a signature trademark
of Scandinavian design: angular sofas
with low backs and square armrests
often featured in Scandinavian-style
homes.
Even though the furniture is
contemporary and chic, this does not
mean it has to be short on comfort.
Don’t leather sofas look cushy
enough to sleep on? Complement the
Scandinavian style with a leather sofa
in monochrome colours, raised off
the floor by a metal frame or legs. An
undeniable concentration on geometry
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“My spacious apartment would look great with
a clean Scandinavian look – where do I start?”
Hugo Stricht, Dubai Marina
typically accompanies the clean lines of
Scandinavian pieces.
A lot of Scandinavian furnishings
boast a mid-century modern feel as
well. Designers such as Eero Saarinen
and Arne Jacobsen have produced
many iconic chairs from that era that
epitomise the look. They’re designed
with the principle that ‘form follows
function’; so they’re ergonomic and
practical while being sharp in style.
If you are a fan of form from the
1950s and 1960s, go for furnishings
that represent these decades – perhaps
items raised off the floor with tapered
legs, bevelled wooden edges, bold
patterns and splashes of pastel pink
and green.
A lot of Scandinavian houses feature
natural wooden elements, from flooring
to interior trim and specific details
on furniture. If you want to add an
immediate sense of Nordic nature
without committing to a large purchase,
look for wooden accessories, such as
surface-top bowls on the coffee table
or serving platters in the kitchen. This
adds an organic, natural element in an
everyday space.
Do not be afraid of colour. White
interiors and warm wooden touches are
definite components of Scandinavian
design, but so is accenting with bold
colour. Vibrant throw pillows in citrus
hues are a sure-fire way to create a
warm and inviting space. Mix these
colours with interesting patterns, such
as checkered cushions or chevron rugs.
Eye-catching wall art is another good
way to introduce colour.
Polish off your Scandinavian-inspired
space with metallic accents. In fact,
metal framework is a frequent feature
of Scandinavian furnishings – take
note of the metal sofa legs, chair backs
and lamp stands in shop vignettes of
Scandinavian interiors. Silver bowls,
picture frames and drawer knobs will
complement the furniture and tie the
room together.
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Words: Eleanor Joslin
Happy Birthday!
This year we’re wishing the pioneers of design many happy returns
In the art world, it’s widely recognised
that posthumous work is big money.
And it’s no different in the design
realm. When we think of world-famous
collectible furniture designers, who
springs to mind? Eero Saarinen,
Charles and Ray Eames, Arne
Jacobsen, Ludvig Mies van der Rohe,
Hans Wegner, Eileen Grey, Poul
Henningsen, Ernest Race, Isamu
Noguchi, Verner Panton… There’s
a veritable museum of 20th century
designers rattling around in my head.
This year celebrates a number of
ancient birthdays. Industrial designer
Christopher Dresser was born 180
years ago on July 4, Henningsen would
have been 120 and Noguchi 110, while
chair lovers around the world are
celebrating the late Wegner’s centenary.
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The Lighting Pioneer
If there’s one word that truly describes
Poul Henningsen (1894 – 1967), it’s
‘pioneer’. And it’s certainly deserved,
too. In a world where we take light
for granted, from back-lit kitchen
cabinets to the dazzling Vegas strip,
it’s hard to think of a time when the
common light bulb didn’t exist. In the
1870s Thomas Edison revolutionised
household lighting with the invention
of the incandescent light bulb, doing
away with the oil lamp. This was a
huge turning point in history and for
design. Hereafter, the bulb proved to
be Henningsen's muse. He worked on
diffusing the glare of the bare bulb
after his mother complained about the
harsh effect that electric light had on
her face when she applied her makeup
in the mirror. Mrs Henningsen's vanity
brings to mind the famous phrase,
'behind every great man stands a
great woman'... Interested in creating
glare-free lights, and recreating the
warmth of the familiar oil lamp,
his shades consist of multiple
layers that direct light
horizontally and vertically.
In 1925 he teamed
with Louis Poulsen to
manufacture the classic
PH Lamp shade, which
layers three rings around
the bulb for a warmer,
uniform distribution
of light. PH Artichoke,
pictured, has eight tiers
for increased diffusion.
The original three layers
remain the basis for light
shades today – look at the
contemporary designs by
Yoshimi Kono, who uses the
same principle. Ninety years later
the design is still functional and its
aesthetic is far from outdated.
Dressing Up Décor
Christopher Dresser (1834 – 1904)
was quite the revolutionary. The Scot
championed the reform of design in
the 19th century, especially within
decorative arts and ornaments, by
embracing modern manufacturing
methods for arts and crafts. Today,
he may not be as famous as his 20th
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designer and academic in his day.
During four months in 1876/’77, he
travelled 2,000 miles around Japan and
was treated as a guest of the nation
by the Emperor, while he made his
impressions of the country. A couple
of years later, he made 1,000 ceramic
pots in just three years. His pioneering
studies of Japanese art are evident in
much of his textiles, metalwork and
ceramics. Furthermore, we can thank
Dresser for Anglo-Japanese-style
teapots, which have come back into
fashion this year. The one pictured was
made two centuries ago, in 1879.
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Intetra by Isamu Noguchi,
West Palm Beach, Florida.
Inset: A Japanese stamp
honours Noguchi, circa 2004
Sculpting Design
Last month I was in New York for business, and
made it a point to visit Isamu Noguchi’s iconic
Red Cube sculpture (1968), which looms outside
the HSBC Building (Marine Building in Noguchi's
day). Leaning in to its sloping sides, I sought its
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on the artist's lifetime achievements.
Noguchi (1904 – 1988) is famous for saying: "To
limit yourself to a particular style may make you
an expert of that particular viewpoint or school,
but I do not wish to belong to any school. I am
always learning, always discovering." As one of the
most versatile designers of his day (which actually
spanned six decades) he certainly lived by this
statement.
The Japanese-American artist successfully
produced pottery, abstract art, brush paintings,
stonework, and even portrait busts for celebrities,
but it’s his sculptural furniture designs and works
for public spaces that we continue to remember
him by. In the furniture world, he’s famous for the
iconic Noguchi table, which made waves in 1947
due to its function as ‘sculpture for use’. When
production ceased in 1973 it became an instant
collectible. From where did this biomorphic
design spring? With hindsight, there’s no doubt
a collaboration between George Nelson, Paul
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of modern furniture ever produced.
His work still lives on – the Noguchi table was
reintroduced in 1984 and has never looked back,
Knoll continues to produce his lamp designs, the
Noguchi Museum pays unending homage in New
York City, and many sculptures stand proud in
public spaces around the world.
The Master Chair Maker
Hans Wegner (1914 – 2007) was
nicknamed The Master Chair Maker
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cabinetmaker and furniture designer
amassed a classic chair collection
exceeding 500, many of which are now
collectors’ items and museum pieces.
If you’re not familiar with the late
Dane’s chairs (or even revered classics
by Eames and Panton) pull up a stylish
seat in the ikonhouse showroom on
SZR, the only retailer in Dubai with
such originals. Dorian Pauwels, partner
and executive director at ikonhouse,
highlights Wegner’s Wishbone Chair
as a true classic. “The Wishbone chair
is a centrepiece for Carl Hansen &
Son because his career started with
that chair,” he explains. “It translates
everything he believed in when making
a chair: functionality and durability.”
After approaching the manufacturer
with the ambitious design in 1949, a
then cash-strapped Holger Hansen
cycled for a whole day to visit Hans’
family home and learn more about
the intriguing idea. Looking at the
Wishbone, you’ll see that no piece
is straight – a hard feat to achieve
using a hard wood at 6% humidity, a
factor Hans insisted on. Furniture is
often made with wood saturated with
30% moisture. But once taken to a
conditioned home, this wood should
reach equilibrium of around 8%,
therefore drying and ‘shrinking’ in the
joins, making the item wobbly for the
user. “At 6%, this wouldn’t happen,”
explains Dorian.“Wegner knew
craftsmen are judged on functionality
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joins, so the wood had to be dry. For
him, it had to be perfect.” The advanced
process of steam bending produced the
curves of the chair – even the back,
which is plywood. This sloping back
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provides tell-tale signs if it's a replica.
“The seat is simply raw paper –
nothing fancy,” continues Dorian,
who held a celebratory design talk
with Carl Hansen & Son's CEO Knud
Erik Hansen earlier in the year. “It’s
readily available, too, so it’s cheap.
It will also last an eternity, unlike
rattan, which dries after a decade or
so. This is what minimalism is all
about: form following function. It has
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prototype for the Wishbone was made
in the 1930s, manufactured in the
‘40s and is still made exactly the same
way now, despite all the innovations
in technology. It works, so the process
doesn’t need to change. This is why the
chair remains so inspiring today.”
Hans Wegner Wishbone Chair, ikonhouse
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Hot topic:
SWIMMING POOLS
Keep afloat of the best styles and important safety measures
The dog days of summer are here. When it’s 45
degrees outside, the cool blue of the swimming
pool is the air con of the garden. Thanks to
effective heat-and-cooling systems, swimming
pools needn’t be full of bath water in the summer
but a welcoming oasis in the desert heat. For
some homeowners, however, gardens are little
more than a sandpit when they move in. Such
a versatile canvas allows buyers to create the
garden of their dreams. The next couple of
months are a popular time of year to install and
landscape pools, ready for the cooler months.
Completion dates depend on the type and size of
the swimming pool you want, so choose now and
plan ahead.
For the homeowner...
“For me, a garden is empty without a swimming
pool,” says Miguel Avila, project director at
Toscana Landscaping & Pools, based in Al Quoz.
“In Dubai, around 85% of our projects have a pool.
It should be the main feature, followed by the
living and dining area, plants and then materials.”
There are three main types of in-ground pool to
choose from: concrete, vinyl liner and fibreglass
liner. All three are popular in Dubai, and the
decision usually depends on budget and whether
you own or rent. “Concrete is more robust and
durable,” says Miguel. “They can be custom-made
according to the size and shape of the garden, and
customised with beautiful glass windows, mosaic
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tiles and water
features. This
is an attractive
option for a
homeowner.”
No plot is too
small, either;
Miguel oversaw
the landscaping
of a compact fourmetre wide garden
in Arabian Ranches,
constructing a long blacktiled pool with a cascading water
feature, pergola, planting and lighting.
When it comes to landscaping and furniture,
taking the ‘inside out’ is a huge interior design
trend in the UAE. “Outdoor living space is very
important,” confirms Miguel. “Having a dining
area is particularly popular, with a barbecue area
or pizza oven under a pergola where the family
can sit and enjoy the garden. In this country,
entertaining in the garden is an integral part of
our lifestyle and a big part of the day.”
If you’re renting...
Of course, if you’re renting, you may not want to
invest in a concrete swimming pool. A liner pool is
a cost-effective – and mobile – solution. Concrete
pools can take approximately 70 working days to
install while a liner pool is much quicker, installed
in just 14, say the experts at Oasis Dreams,
specialising in French vinyl-liner brand Waterair.
Unsurprisingly, French expats favour Waterair
– the in-ground liner measures 4x7metres and
is available readymade from AED65,000. During
installation, simply layer screed or stabilising
sand across the dugout area. The liner fits around
a steel structure that hugs the perimeter, and
pressure from the water flattens the liner against
the floor and sides. To finish, a coping border fits
around the edge of the pool and can be landscaped
into patio, paving, grass or decking.
The added beauty of a liner pool is that you can
take it with you if you move house – an attractive
option for renters. You can splash around in liner
pools for several years, too – you’ll find warranties
that can cover the structure for 20 years and the
liner for 12. That’s a lot of splash-happy summers.
Another liner option, fibreglass, is factorymoulded into a bowl-shape shell. A crane then
lowers and sets the shell into an excavated hole in
the garden. Sizes and shapes can be limiting, but
the main advantage is speed: these pools can be
installed in just a few days.
Don’t forget safety
Every year, there are tragic news reports of
children needlessly drowning in swimming pools.
Safety is paramount, and must not be overlooked
when pools are installed, or when you move house.
Don’t trust the previous resident to have thought
of everything.
There are two main safety options: nets and
fences. Fences have self-closing lock systems and
can be fitted in a range of materials, including
glass, aluminium, wood or mesh. Costs vary,
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depending on the pool size and material – glass
can cost around AED1,500 to AED2,000 per
square metre, so it’s not cheap. However, while the
mandatory height of 1.2 metres is a deterrent for
babies and toddlers, it’s not such a high obstacle
for young children.
“By far and away, a pool net is my top
recommendation,” says Ashley McKercher director
at Aquanet Dubai. “And I say that as a mum,
having seen it tried and tested by my own kids
when they were younger. With fences, the mesh
is the safest option as kids can’t climb over it like
they can a solid fence – they will try though, it’s
what kids do. But a net guarantees that a child
won't drown, even if they fall onto the pool facefirst.” Safety nets are stretched taught across the
pool and won't slacken if a baby or toddler falls
onto it while they’re running around the edge. It's
guaranteed to keep them off the water’s surface.
Nets are available in blue or black and are easily
removed in a couple of minutes, when they can be
stowed away on a discreet storage roller.
For added peace of mind, an alarm can be
fitted onto the net and the portable receiver can
be carried around the house. “The more layers of
safety you have, the better,” concludes Ashley.
“Nothing is more important than keeping an eye
on your child.”
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SCHOOL’S OUT!
Encourage your kids to get crafty at home – who knows where it will lead
Don’t let your kids get hot and bothered
with boredom over the school summer
holidays. While the freedom is exciting
at first, children can soon grow restless
in the hot weather without the routine
of classroom activities.
If you’re staying in the UAE for the
summer break, it’s possible to create a
home that’s just as stimulating and fun.
Is your child the next Damien Hirst
or Steve Jobs? A crafty corner will
keep them glued to the drawing board
for hours, and you shouldn’t dismiss
their ideas as mere child’s play... as BH
found out.
How to… create a
crafty corner
The team at Caboodle play centre in
Dubai Mall and Citywalk, Jumeirah,
certainly know how to have fun with
children. Better Homes Magazine asked
managing director Hind Abdulrazak if
it’s hard to keep children entertained
over the summer. “It certainly can
be,” she laughs. “Children tend to
have shorter attention spans and need
different activities in order to stay
stimulated.”
Creative challenges, such as beading
jewellery, making paper hats and
decorating treasure chests, will help
develop your kids’ social and mental
skills, especially if you join in the fun.
Hind says arts and crafts are a great
way to encourage learning through
traditional means of play. “Simple
crafts can be made with readily
available household items,” she
explains. “Cereal boxes can be recycled
to create a whole host of crafts. The list
is endless.” Cut the top of a cereal box
off, she suggests, decorate with paints,
stickers and glitter, and use the pretty
box as a folder to store artwork in. Or
decorate short, narrow strips to use as
personalised bookmarks. This is a great
gift idea that kids can independently
make for family and friends.
“A small egg carton is the perfect
shape for a treasure chest,” she
continues. “Keep a stockpile of coloured
paper, glue, glitter and metallic pens
and encourage supervised shape cutting
and gluing. Some sticky-backed gems
would finish off the treasure chest
beautifully.”
How can parents make a stimulating
craft corner at home? “A theme works
wonders for young imaginations,” she
says. “Some of our themes include Sea
Life Saturdays, Safari Sundays, and
Monster Mondays. Whatever they
make, be sure to pin it up on the wall
for a truly authentic craft corner.”
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OLLA self-assembly furniture; inset: Ole and Ella Otterstedt
How to… turn play
into a business
Who knows where such crafty
creativity will lead... For one family in
Arabian Ranches, an in-demand startup company is going from strength to
strength off the back of an innovative
idea from an eight-year-old boy.
Proving that kids really are the
brains of the family, Ole Otterstedt
– now nine – sketched his own
ideas for bedroom furniture, after
a disappointing shopping trip in
search of a new desk and chair. What
did Lego-obsessed Ole want? Lego
furniture, of course! His dad Jens saw
the sketches and knew his son had
had a light-bulb idea.
The prototype desk and chair now
sit proudly in Ole’s bedroom. “My old
furniture was boring,” says the young
entrepreneur. “I wanted my new
furniture to be like Lego Technic. I
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like playing with it and I
make trucks and ships
and jets. I do my
homework on my
desk and chair,
but I could take
them apart and
build something
new if I wanted.
It’s really fun.”
Now a
fledgling
company, OLLA
(combining the
names of the two
Otterstedt kids: Ole,
and his younger sister Ella,
aged five), will roll out production
worldwide in November, through
master franchises in much of Asia,
including the UAE, Russia and Korea,
such is the demand.
The concept involves Lego-Technicinspired planks in various sizes and
colours. Oversized screws and childfriendly connectors join the planks
together easily. What you make is
entirely up to you – that’s the beauty
of the design. And, when your kids get
bored or outgrow the furniture, you
can take it apart and build something
new. It’s also very safe to use. Safelock screws enable kids to assemble
while only parents can dissemble. And
it’s made from recyclable, non-toxic
materials, unlike many furniture
brands available on the market. It’s
safe to play with, touch and even lick –
as children are wont do.
Because of his job, as production
director at Umdasch, Jens found it
relatively easy to build a prototype.
“Everyone was very impressed when
I brought it home,” says the proud
dad. “We showed it to friends and they
came up with more ideas, for beds
and tables and outdoor furniture. So I
started thinking about the possibilities
– that the kids should be able to build
whatever they want, with lightweight
pieces they can assemble themselves.”
“It’s very important for children
to get involved with their bedroom
design,” says the kids’ mum, Yvonne.
“It’s an education: children are smart
from such a young age and they want
to make decisions and be involved.
OLLA furniture is also like a puzzle,
and they can change their room as they
grow up – which will save you money,
too,” she laughs.
Before the summer holidays are over,
your child could have drawn up a goldstar business idea – quick, hand them
some drawing pencils!
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Culinary concepts
Set the scene for Iftar with these Arabian delights
1. Belmond dinnerware set,
prices vary, Villeroy & Boch
2 and 3. L’Objet cake server,
AED725, and Daisy Hill
placemat, AED275, both
Bloomingdale’s Home
4. Classic lantern, AED150,
Fiore Rosso
5. Alfi oriental jug, AED1,900,
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6. 365+ serving stand, AED65,
IKEA
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6.
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AN EVENING FULL OF FLAVOUR
Satisfy the whole family with these easy-to-make protein-rich dishes for Iftar
Words: Eleanor Joslin
“For Muslims, Iftar is one of the most
important rituals during Ramadan,”
says Rober Salloum, senior Arabic chef
at Fairmont The Palm. “Iftar often
evokes a community spirit, with family
and friends gathering together, inviting
each other round to their houses or
eating out at a restaurant.”
This is the first Ramadan I’ve
experienced in the UAE, having moved
from England to Dubai in October.
Chef Rober invited me to sample a
traditional Iftar meal at his restaurant
and learn more about Middle Eastern
cuisine and customs. Rich with faith,
family and culture, my first Iftar was
a wonderful learning curve – for my
understanding of the Islamic Holy
Month and for my taste buds, which
sampled many traditional dishes and
caught a glimpse of the heritage behind
the epicurean ritual.
Creating a veritable sightseeing tour
of Middle-Eastern cuisine, Chef Rober
guided me through each aromatic dish
on offer at the heavily laden buffet
tables. First there were the plump
dates, eaten to break the day’s fast.
Then a steaming bowl of thick lentil
soup, delicate on an empty stomach. I
tried a selection of crispy mezze dipped
into soft swirls of pumpkin humus
and creamed Persian spinach, and an
array of colourful salads. As well as
traditonal fattoush and tabouli, there
was chicken and pistachio, marinated
white beans, and roasted squash salads.
And this was just to start.
For the main event, slow-roasted
ouzi lamb fell off the bone and the thick
flesh of hammour fish crumbled in its
spiced marinade. Nutritious side dishes
included eggplant musakaa, stuffed
zucchini and cabbage dolma, some of
my favourites from the Arabic menu.
For dessert? Towering pyramids of
sweet pistachio baklava, honey-drizzled
pastry parcels and calorie-rich creamsoaked croissants.
One of the tastiest dishes had to
be prawn majboos – plump prawns
languishing in a sea of fragrant rice.
I asked chef Rober how to make this
at home. “The secret star ingredient is
dry lemon,” he reveals. “Also, use the
freshest river prawns in the market.
After a whole day of fasting, the body
needs some enriched proteins and
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prawns majboos is a traditional Emirati
dish that does just that.”
He also suggested the samak
chermoula, a baked white fish
marinated in tomatoes, spices, chilli
and lemon. “This Moroccan dish is
equally rich in proteins and is not
heavy on the stomach. I suggest using
shaari fish, as it’s local and sustainable.
This guarantees freshness and flavour,
especially if the marinade is homemade.
Both dishes are usually prepared in
hearty family-sized portions and are
easy to make at home.” Once you’ve
chopped and diced the vegetables and
herbs, these traditional dishes are
relatively quick and simple to cook.
Similar to a one-pot wonder, they’re
perfect for sharing with family and
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Samak Chermoula
Serves 10
For the chermoula marinade:
100g chopped parsley
50g finely chopped garlic
100g red onion
100g tomatoes
100g chopped coriander
10g lemon zest
50ml olive oil
10g chilli paste (harissa sauce)
50ml lemon juice
10g cumin powder
20g salt
For the fish:
1.8kg local white fish (shaari or fiskar)
Side dishes:
100g carrots
100g potatoes
10g ginger
100g tomato
100g green pepper
75g lemon, sliced
50g chilli peppers
75g olives
Mix the chermoula marinade ingredients together, adding
more lemon juice or oil to thin the marinade, if necessary.
Wash and dry the fish. Keep a little more than half of the
chermoula aside, and rub the remaining sauce over the
outside of the fish and inside the cavity. Cover and marinate
in the fridge overnight or for several hours, then bring to
room temperature while proceeding with the recipe.
Preheat an oven to 160°C/325°F/Gas Mark 3. Lightly grease
a baking dish with olive oil. Cross the chopped carrots over
the bottom of the dish, add the potato slices in a single layer
and season them to taste, with salt, ginger and pepper. Place
the fish on top, and arrange sliced tomatoes on and around
it.
Thin the reserved chermoula with a quarter cup of water
and several tablespoons of olive oil, then spoon the mixture
over the fish and vegetables. Top the fish with green pepper,
lemon slices, chilli peppers and olives.
Bake the fish for 35 minutes, until the fish and vegetables
are tender. If the liquids in the dish need thickening, pour
them into a saucepan and boil on the hob, reducing the liquid
over a medium to medium-high heat.
To serve, pour the sauce over the fish and vegetables on your
guests’ plates and garnish with chopped parsley.
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Prawn Majboos
Serves 10
1.5kg prawns (approx. 20)
500g basmati rice
60g ghee
50g dry lime
60g bay leaves
20g cinnamon sticks
5g cardamom
10g coriander leaves
10g fresh mint leaves
10g garlic
50g red onion
10g fresh ginger
8g cumin powder
8g coriander powder
8g turmeric powder
1 litre fish stock
200g tomatoes
40g salt
For the fish stock, sauté chopped shallots, garlic halves,
chopped fennel, peppercorns and chopped carrots on a
medium heat. Add the fish bones and continue to sauté
for five minutes before adding the water. Bring to the boil,
reduce and simmer for 20 minutes, then strain.
Using just a little oil in a pan, heat the ghee, bay leaves,
cardamom, dry lime and cinnamon sticks, and then sauté
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40g shallots
20g garlic
40g fennel stalks
20g black peppercorns
40g carrots
1kg fish bones (chopped)
2 litre water
with the chopped onion, mashed garlic and ginger, chopped
tomatoes, chopped mint and coriander leaves. Sauté until
soft. Add the prawns and mix together.
Add the turmeric, coriander powder, cumin and one litre
of fish stock. Wait until it boils and then add the rice and
salt. Mix the ingredients together and cover until the rice is
cooked. To serve, top the rice with cashew nuts and parsley.
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Property of the month
Feel pampered in this two-bedroom
apartment, with hotel services, amazing
sea views and everything you need on
your doortsep. It’s located in the latest
addition to JBR, Amwaj Suites Hotel
Apartments in the sought-after Amwaj
Precinct, and is leasing exclusively
through Better Homes.
This spacious and extremely
comfortable apartment has a fully
furnished dining and lounge area, a
kitchen equipped with fitted appliances,
cutlery and crockery, and bedrooms
with high-quality furniture, luxurious
bed linen and bright colour schemes.
You’ll live the hotel lifestyle
everyday with 24-hour concierge,
twice-weekly cleaning, laundry, an
outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre,
and undercover car parking and valet.
Venture outside and you’ve got every
kind of entertainment on your doorstep.
There’s the gorgeous beach and The
Walk plus JBR’s new Beach Mall with
restaurants, cafés, an outdoor cinema
and plenty of shopping options.
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Need to know
Where? Amwaj Suites Hotel
Apartments, JBR
What? Two-bed apartment
Size? 1,237 square feet
Cost? AED185,000
Like what you see? Call
Better Homes consultant
Natalia Vashchilina on 600
52 2212 with reference code
AP175812
July 2014
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Area review
How Dubai got its very own Beverly Hills
Arguably home to the most discerning
buyers in the market, Emirates Hills
provides a high-quality lifestyle rich
with prestige and first-class facilities
but, more importantly, peace and quiet
within a family-orientated community.
Its nickname, the ‘Beverly Hills
of Dubai’ is certainly apt. This is a
development that attracts the highflying elite of Dubai – successful
businessman, CEOs, actors and
sportsmen have set up home here.
What are the attractions? First and
foremost, Emirates Hills is a golfer’s
paradise. If you want to practice your
swing on a championship golf course,
then go right ahead, you’re looking at
it. Luxurious villas hug the world-class
18-hole Montgomerie Championship
Golf Course – a course created by none
other than seven-time European Order
of Merit winner Colin Montgomerie,
with esteemed architect Desmond
Muirhead.
Secondly, the development really is
individual. Buyers were able to put that
coveted personal ‘stamp’ on their villa
design when they were given the unique
opportunity to custom-build their home.
The developer, Emaar Properties, has
been credited with pioneering the idea
of freehold property in Dubai, selling
land by the square foot so buyers could
build the house of their dreams. What’s
more, this is the only community where
Emaar has rolled out the scheme.
Of course, there are some stylistic
boundaries (money doesn’t always buy
taste...) but owners can be rest assured
on the levels of quality and style by
doing it themselves.
With such a unique selling point,
plots quickly sold out making it a highly
exclusive and desirable neighbourhood.
Twelve years later, it’s purely a
secondary market (where outlandish
designs would have suffered, if they’d
been allowed) and demand remains at
an all-time high. Today, the primary
draws of Emirates Hills are its
exclusivity and golf-driven lifestyle.
Of the 632 villas in the area, 250 are
golf-side and overlook the lush fairways
of the course, giving residents beautiful
vistas in a city renowned for its highrise steel towers. Understandably,
these select homes are the most
sought-after in the neighbourhood and
come at a premium of around 20% –
but that’s all in a day’s work for many
who seek a home here. Furthermore,
many homeowners spend millions on
fantastic upgrades, which boosts the
resale value as well as the individuality
of each home.
Typically, there are three types
of villa available on the golf course:
Al Hambra Villas, Montgomerie
Maisonettes and Signature Villas.
The common number of bedrooms
is four, although some offer as
many as 12, especially in the larger
maisonettes. The Al Hambra and
Signature Villa homes are smaller,
with plots measuring between 12,000
square feet and 15,000 (BUA is 6,000
to 9,000). However, even the smallest
plots come at a price; they start from
AED20million. A BUA of over 17,000
square feet can start from as much
as AED55million, especially with an
amazing upgrade and a wonderful view.
Sought-after views of the lakes and the
golf course really do influence the price.
Property picks
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Enjoy peace, serenity and stunning views in Emirates Hills
For sale
This is a truly luxurious home, situated
across a generous plot of 10,000 square
feet in the prestigious Emirates Hills
community. This Signature Villa is
finished to a very high standard, with
wood cabinetry and premium marble
flooring throughout. Perfect for a large
family, the villa boasts five bedrooms,
seven bathrooms, a fully fitted kitchen,
an office, private gym and a driver’s
room. Outside, the landscaped garden
overlooks a picturesque lake, with
a large swimming pool hugging the
water’s edge, a terrace for sunbathing
and a grassy patio feature. The
property enjoys an extremely tranquil
lakeside setting, in a peaceful
neighbourhood abundant with lush
gardens and walkways.
Need to know
Where? Emirates Hills
What? Five-bedroom Signature Villa
Size? 10,000 square feet
Cost? AED40,000,000
Like what you see? Call Better Homes
consultant Mohamed Adib Amin on 600
52 2212 with reference code VI301110
For rent
Golf-course views are the sought-after
asset for anyone moving to Emirates
Hills. Spectacular views of the tee-off
can be seen from the front rooms and
rooftop deck of this exclusive residence
in Montgomerie Maisonettes. The
three-bedroom villa is ideal for a couple
or an executive bachelor. The property
provides three bathrooms, fitted
bedroom wardrobes, kitchen appliances,
superior quality finishes and parking
for four vehicles. All three levels boast
views of the golf course, with access
to scenic terraces from the open-plan
living room and dining room, from two
bedrooms on the first floor, and from
the large rooftop garden.
Need to know
Where? Montgomerie Maisonettes
What? Three-bedroom villa
Size? 2,158 square feet
Cost? AED270,000
Like what you see? Call Better Homes
consultant Kapil Dhakan on 600 52
2212 with reference code VI103724
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July 2014
Market Watch
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Two
conflicting
trends have
emerged in the
market, reports Sam Wani
Dubai’s property market is going
through a unique phase of adjustment.
While property prices are growing,
they’ve also returned to last year’s
figures.
This year, Reidin shows that the
price index in May was 291.3, while in
January it was 258.2. As per the trend,
prices have grown by 12% in these five
months. For Q1, the land department
reports 13,279 individuals were
involved in property transactions, 81%
higher than the same period last year.
In value terms, the transactions totaled
AED61billion, which presents a growth
of 38% over the same period last year.
These figures indicate that the
market is growing very fast; when
aligned with the 20% annual price
growth over the last two years the
market should be heading towards a
bubble scenario.
However, anecdotal evidence
indicates that the ready property sector
is experiencing corrector adjustments.
According to many real-estate agencies,
prices in upper-end ready properties
have corrected by 10% to 12%, bringing
them back to the price levels of Q4
2013. The primary reasons for this
are the doubling of land department
fees and the implementation of the
mortgage cap by the central bank.
According to the central bank, in
contrast to the months preceding
the UAE’s 2008 property crisis, the
current market recovery has not seen
rapid credit growth, and growth has
come from cash investors rather than
end-users. Since mortgage-related
transactions have dropped, the only
reason for the price growth is the
abnormally high level of activity in
the off-plan sector – in other words,
speculation. The land department is
now looking to curb this activity by
imposing higher fees on the off-plan
sector.
Sam Wani is general manager
at Independent Finance. Find out
more about financing your move at
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Arabian Ranches for sale
Gazelle / Al Reem 1
Arabian Ranches
Ready to move in
Adrian Popica
(Ref No. VI301089)
AED 2,200,000
2 BR
1,837 sq. ft.
Mirador Phase 1
Arabian Ranches
AED 7,150,000
5 BR
4,401 sq. ft.
A place to call home
Adrian Popica
(Ref No. VI239902)
Alma 2
Arabian Ranches
AED 3,750,000
3 BR
2,526 sq. ft.
Privileged location
Natasha de Ridder
(Ref No. TH325383)
Polo Homes
Arabian Ranches
AED 16,500,000
5 BR
7,724 sq. ft.
Premier location
Arvinder Singh
(Ref No. VI323417)
Al Mahra
Arabian Ranches
Meticulously planned development
Paulina Kranjcevic
(Ref No. VI57266)
AED 6,614,044
5 BR
4,239 sq. ft.
Gazelle / Al Reem 1
Arabian Ranches
Ready to move in
Dimple R
(Ref No. VI160227)
AED 3,450,000
3 BR
2,564 sq. ft.
51
Arabian Ranches for rent
Mirador Phase 1
Arabian Ranches
AED 390,000
5 BR
5,230 sq. ft.
Relax by the pool this summer
Adrian Popica
(Ref No. VI328377)
Gazelle / Al Reem 1
Arabian Ranches
Ready to move in
Sherif Nabil
(Ref No. VI328460)
Hattan
Arabian Ranches
Alvorada 2
Arabian Ranches
Ideal family living
Sotiria Koumpanioudaki
(Ref No. VI326442)
AED 175,000
3 BR
2,456 sq. ft.
Gazelle / Al Reem 1
Arabian Ranches
AED 350,000
5 BR
4,424 sq. ft.
Al Mahra
Arabian Ranches
AED 320,000
5 BR
4,900 sq. ft.
Affordable luxury
Juliana Grebenchshikova
(Ref No. VI304985)
AED 210,000
3 BR
2,724 sq. ft.
Excellent value
Ozlem Ucar
(Ref No. TH326895)
AED 375,000
5 BR
5,443 sq. ft.
Meticulously planned development
Pat Mc Cleland
(Ref No. VI328103)
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52
Dubai Marina for sale
The Point
Dubai Marina
Amazing value
David Lawes
(Ref No. AP328388)
AED 1,300,000
1 BR
760 sq. ft.
Marina Heights
Dubai Marina
AED 3,000,000
3 BR
1,721 sq. ft.
Spacious living
Mohammad Osman Qamar
(Ref No. AP229387)
Marina Terrace
Dubai Marina
AED 3,499,999
2 BR
1,810 sq. ft.
Exceptional deal
Elen Manukyan
(Ref No. AP161034)
Majara 2
Dubai Marina
AED 1,925,000
1 BR
945 sq. ft.
Central and prestigious location
Yasmine Aziz
(Ref No. AP8459)
Emirates Crown
Dubai Marina
Breathtaking sea views
Anna Tybura
(Ref No. AP328260)
AED 8,000,000
3 BR
3,880 sq. ft.
Bayside Residence
Dubai Marina
Quintessential luxury living
Aleksandra Majcherek
(Ref No. VI229254)
AED 8,160,000
5 BR
7,173 sq. ft.
53
Dubai Marina for rent
Marina Tower
Dubai Marina
AED 260,000
2 BR
2,915 sq. ft.
A prestigious address
Rizwan Zabeehullah Shaikh
(Ref No. AP325079)
Fairfield
Dubai Marina
Sky View Tower
Dubai Marina
Luxurious penthouse
Parul Dayal
(Ref No. AP325357)
AED 500,000
8 BR
7,526 sq. ft.
Princess Tower
Dubai Marina
AED 150,000
2 BR
1,314 sq. ft.
A desirable address
Narges Motaleb
(Ref No. AP246576)
AED 135,000
1 BR
962 sq. ft.
Affordable luxury
Behzad Torabi
(Ref No. AP224206)
Emirates Crown
Dubai Marina
Experience the height of luxury
Sharon Sweet
(Ref No. AP67724)
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AED 290,000
3 BR
3,882 sq. ft.
Bonaire
Dubai Marina
AED 195,000
2 BR
1,480 sq. ft.
Everything you ever wanted
Ali Tabrizi
(Ref No. AP312855)
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Downtown for sale
Yansoon 8
Downtown Dubai
An investor’s dream
Naveed Khan
(Ref No. AP326498)
AED 4,600,000
3 BR
1,755 sq. ft.
29 Boulevard - Tower 2
Downtown Dubai
AED 2,150,000
1 BR
845 sq. ft.
Close to all amenities
Naveed Khan
(Ref No. AP318773)
The Signature
Downtown Dubai
AED 4,300,000
2 BR
1,460 sq. ft.
Brand new luxury apartments
Anna Tybura
(Ref No. AP325926)
World Trade Centre Residence
Trade Centre
AED 3,500,000
2 BR
1,830 sq. ft.
Amazing value
Ghada Ghannam
(Ref No. AP280530)
Burj Vista
Downtown Dubai
Amazing value
Ghada Ghannam
(Ref No. AP326522)
AED 2,930,000
2 BR
1,264 sq. ft.
Miska 2
Downtown Dubai
Affordable luxury
Adil Raza Khan
(Ref No. AP264156)
AED 3,300,000
2 BR
1,331 sq. ft.
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Downtown for rent
29 Boulevard - Tower 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 125,000
1 BR
770 sq. ft.
Brand new
John Pittaras
(Ref No. AP328529)
Park Place
Trade Centre
Affordable luxury
Sherif Nabil
(Ref No. AP264389)
Burj Khalifa - Armani Residences
Downtown Dubai
AED 699,900
2 BR
2,019 sq. ft.
5 Star hotel living with everything you need
Naveed Khan
(Ref No. AP326698)
AED 250,000
2 BR
2,174 sq. ft.
World Trade Centre Residence
Trade Centre
The Lofts - Podium
Downtown Dubai
AED 199,500
2 BR
1,353 sq. ft.
Excellent finish
Sherif Nabil
(Ref No. AP280855)
AED 250,000
2 BR
2,099 sq. ft.
Experience heights of luxury
Binu Abraham
(Ref No. AP69053)
World Trade Centre Residence
Trade Centre
AED 425,000
3 BR
4,133 sq. ft.
5 Star hotel living with everything you need
Pravin Patrick DMello
(Ref No. AP312687)
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Asal Abedi, residential consultant, Business Bay
Business Bay is one of the most dynamic
areas in Dubai. Situated close to
illustrious neighbours like Downtown
and Burj Khalifa, Business Bay is finally
reaping the rewards that were sown a few
years back.
Due to its prime location and scarce
availability of residential units, prices
have steadily risen in the last two years,
especially in 2013 when Business Bay
witnessed an influx of new buyers, both
end-users and investors.
Sales transactions are now at an alltime high and it could not be a better
time to invest in this area. Executive
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Towers is the most popular choice but
other buildings, both old and new, are
gaining attention due to their easy access
to Downtown.
Prices in the first quarter of 2014
increased steadily, with studios and
one-bedroom apartments selling and
renting extremely quickly. Rental rates
normally start from AED 70,000 for a
studio, going up to AED 170,000 for a
three-bedroom apartment. Sales prices
have seen a jump, too. Studio prices now
start from AED 1 million, and reach
AED 3.5 million for a three-bedroom
apartment.
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Palm Jumeirah for sale
Al Haseer (B7)
Palm Jumeirah
Live by the beach
Lola Ortikova
(Ref No. AP325952)
AED 3,000,000
2 BR
1,587 sq. ft.
Kempinski Palm Jumeirah Residence
Palm Jumeirah
AED 9,500,000
3 BR
3,766 sq. ft.
5 Star hotel living with everything you need
Darko Dumancic
(Ref No. AP318319)
Marina Residence 4
Palm Jumeirah
AED 6,900,000
3 BR
4,053 sq. ft.
A prestigious address
Fabio Lombardi
(Ref No. AP285108)
Al Dabas (B2)
Palm Jumeirah
AED 3,650,000
3 BR
2,182 sq. ft.
Beachfront living at an attractive price
Elen Manukyan
(Ref No. AP173721)
Kempinski Palm Jumeirah Residence
Palm Jumeirah
Self-contained development
Lola Ortikova
(Ref No. AP27422)
AED 14,750,000
4 BR
3,873 sq. ft.
D Frond (Barhi Villas)
Palm Jumeirah
The jewel in the crown
Sharon Sweet
(Ref No. VI326786)
AED 15,800,000
4 BR
5,300 sq. ft.
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Palm Jumeirah for rent
Anantara Residence Palm Jumeirah
Palm Jumeirah
AED 210,000
1 BR
1,158 sq. ft.
A lush oasis
Kristina Titova
(Ref No. AP328527)
Golden Mile B2
Palm Jumeirah
AED 270,000
3 BR
3,499 sq. ft.
Ideal family living
Anna Tybura
(Ref No. AP327669)
Marina Residence 4
Palm Jumeirah
Experience heights of luxury
Fabio Lombardi
(Ref No. AP285108)
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Marina Residence 6
Palm Jumeirah
AED 175,000
2 BR
1,810 sq. ft.
A prestigious address
Sharon Sweet
(Ref No. AP316735)
AED 300,000
3 BR
4,053 sq. ft.
P Frond (Sullaj Villas)
Palm Jumeirah
A prestigious address
Mehroz Abdul Majeed
(Ref No. VI323600)
Oceana - Atlantic
Palm Jumeirah
AED 225,000
2 BR
1,955 sq. ft.
5 Star hotel living with everything you need
Yasmine Aziz
(Ref No. AP305741)
AED 525,000
4 BR
5,000 sq. ft.
Marina Residence 5
Palm Jumeirah
AED 350,000
4 BR
4,053 sq. ft.
A desirable address
Rasha Moslyh
(Ref No. AP328184)
July 2014
58
Jumeirah Lake Towers for sale
Lake View Tower
Jumeirah Lake Towers
Guaranteed rental income
Sana Hajjar
(Ref No. AP323024)
AED 1,600,270
1 BR
1,393 sq. ft.
The Icon Tower 2
Jumeirah Lake Towers
AED 775,000
Studio
437 sq. ft.
Excellent value
Khurram Jameel Lodhi
(Ref No. AP315107)
Madina Tower
Jumeirah Lake Towers
AED 2,700,000
2 BR
2,047 sq. ft.
A stunning family home
Muhammad Faheem Sadiq
(Ref No. AP74390)
Lake City Tower
Jumeirah Lake Towers
AED 1,200,000
1 BR
904 sq. ft.
Amazing value
Laila Kokash
(Ref No. AP56383)
Jumeirah Bay Tower (X1)
Jumeirah Lake Towers
A motivated seller
Anjana Mahna
(Ref No. AP57312)
AED 2,000,000
2 BR
1,489 sq. ft.
Goldcrest Views 1
Jumeirah Lake Towers
Great family home
Sharfuddin Mohammed
(Ref No. AP323466)
AED 7,000,000
5 BR
4,940 sq. ft.
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Jumeirah Lake Towers for rent
Laguna Tower (Mövenpick Hotel and Residence)
Jumeirah Lake Towers
AED 135,000
1 BR
1,488 sq. ft.
High-rise towers
Laila Kokash
(Ref No. AP325659)
Indigo Tower
Jumeirah Lake Towers
Self-contained development
Neveen Abdulahad
(Ref No. AP176390)
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Lake City Tower
Jumeirah Lake Towers
Close to all amenities
Mohamed Abouzeid
(Ref No. AP249932)
AED 125,000
2 BR
1,188 sq. ft.
Lakepoint
Jumeirah Lake Towers
AED 85,000
1 BR
664 sq. ft.
Goldcrest Views 2
Jumeirah Lake Towers
AED 120,000
2 BR
1,142 sq. ft.
Glamorous city views
Kapil Dhakan
(Ref No. AP45480)
AED 175,000
3 BR
1,950 sq. ft.
Excellent value
Jawad Motiwala
(Ref No. AP8103)
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DIFC
FOR SALE
Limestone House
DIFC
AED 2,550,000
1 BR
1,300 sq. ft.
A desirable address
Kate Fourt
(Ref No. AP327598)
FOR SALE
Central Park Tower
DIFC
Exceptional deal
Salman Arfeen
(Ref No. AP327195)
FOR SALE
Park Tower B
DIFC
AED 2,151,600
1 BR
1,304 sq. ft.
An investment for capital growth
Sorin Rizan
(Ref No. AP326317)
The Index (One Central Park)
DIFC
A stunning family home
Anna Bulakhova
(Ref No. AP326845)
AED 2,295,000
1 BR
1,134 sq. ft.
FOR RENT
Limestone House
DIFC
Affordable luxury
Sorin Rizan
(Ref No. AP326309)
AED 350,000
3 BR
2,024 sq. ft.
Amazing value
Gina Fayad
(Ref No. AP309552)
FOR RENT
Park Tower A
DIFC
AED 2,300,000
1 BR
891 sq. ft.
Excellent value
Kate Fourt
(Ref No. AP326882)
Amazing value
Wassim Abdallah
(Ref No. AP303773)
AED 400,000
3 BR
3,222 sq. ft.
The Index (One Central Park)
DIFC
FOR SALE
FOR RENT
The Index (One Central Park)
DIFC
AED 3,200,000
2 BR
1,610 sq. ft.
FOR SALE
AED 115,000
1 BR
1,303 sq. ft.
FOR RENT
The Index (One Central Park)
DIFC
Premier location
Khurram Jameel Lodhi
(Ref No. AP306554)
AED 130,000
1 BR
884 sq. ft.
61
Jumeirah Village Circle
FOR SALE
Seasons Community - Autumn
Jumeirah Village Circle
AED 720,000
1 BR
760 sq. ft.
Affordable luxury
Jawad Motiwala
(Ref No. AP327574)
FOR SALE
La Riviera Estates
Jumeirah Village Circle
Exceptional deal
Nilgun Akay
(Ref No. VI296575)
FOR SALE
Mediterranean Townhouse
Jumeirah Village Triangle
Now’s the time to make the move
Binu Abraham
(Ref No. TH325176)
AED 3,200,000
4 BR
3,680 sq. ft.
AED 2,999,000
2 BR
2,992 sq. ft.
FOR SALE
Arabian Villas
Jumeirah Village Triangle
Ambitious initiative
Wael Gomaa
(Ref No. VI69963)
FOR RENT
Sandoval Gardens
Jumeirah Village Circle
Affordable luxury
Tulay Ozcan
(Ref No. AP319239)
AED 4,250,000
5 BR
2,691 sq. ft.
AED 75,000
1 BR
1,100 sq. ft.
FOR RENT
Seasons Community - Summer
Jumeirah Village Circle
AED 59,000
1 BR
653 sq. ft.
Brand new luxury apartments
Rahab Nicar
(Ref No. AP326489)
FOR RENT
Diamond Views 3
Jumeirah Village Circle
AED 60,000
1 BR
737 sq. ft.
Excellent value
Gulshan Ara
(Ref No. AP326542)
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The Greens
FOR SALE
Al Thayyal 4
The Greens
AED 2,250,000
2 BR
2,500 sq. ft.
Attractive investment opportunity
Jamie Lee
(Ref No. AP326837)
FOR SALE
Al Dhafra 3
The Greens
Amazing value
Tulay Ozcan
(Ref No. AP160111)
FOR SALE
Al Nakheel 2
The Greens
Ideal family living
Pravin Patrick DMello
(Ref No. AP328039)
AED 1,975,000
2 BR
1,286 sq. ft.
AED 2,349,973
2 BR
1,518 sq. ft.
FOR SALE
Al Jaz 3
The Greens
Ideal family living
Jawad Motiwala
(Ref No. AP328271)
FOR RENT
Golf Tower 1
The Greens
A stunning family home
Tahir Mahmood
(Ref No. AP328549)
AED 2,900,000
3 BR
1,792 sq. ft.
AED 110,000
1 BR
976 sq. ft.
FOR RENT
Mosela
The Greens
AED 110,000
1 BR
1,011 sq. ft.
State-of-the-art facilities
Kapil Dhakan
(Ref No. AP328503)
FOR RENT
Al Dhafra 3
The Greens
Excellent value
Rasha Moslyh
(Ref No. AP328483)
AED 85,000
1 BR
776 sq. ft.
63
The Springs
FOR SALE
Springs 5 (Springs Phase 4B)
Emirates Living
AED 2,600,000
2 BR
2,837 sq. ft.
Assured rental income
Binu Abraham
(Ref No. VI319490)
FOR SALE
Springs 9 (Springs Phase 2B)
Emirates Living
Upgraded kitchen
Behzad Torabi
(Ref No. VI71886)
FOR SALE
Springs 3 (Springs Phase 6)
Emirates Living
AED 3,100,000
3 BR
2,455 sq. ft.
A great family option
Soheila Aramnia
(Ref No. VI326267)
Springs 3 (Springs Phase 6)
Emirates Living
Close to all amenities
Muneeb Khan Mohammed
(Ref No. VI305868)
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AED 4,200,000
3 BR
2,599 sq. ft.
FOR RENT
Springs 3 (Springs Phase 6)
Emirates Living
Everything on your doorstep
Khurram Jameel Lodhi
(Ref No. VI305856)
AED 220,000
3 BR
2,800 sq. ft.
A place to call home
Kapil Dhakan
(Ref No. VI318825)
FOR RENT
Springs 6 (Springs Phase 4A)
Emirates Living
AED 4,900,000
4 BR
3,200 sq. ft.
A stunning family home
Rasha Moslyh
(Ref No. VI328432)
A prestigious address
Sharfuddin Mohammed
(Ref No. VI301661)
AED 180,000
3 BR
2,250 sq. ft.
Springs 3 (Springs Phase 6)
Emirates Living
FOR SALE
FOR RENT
Springs 15 (Springs Phase 1A)
Emirates Living
AED 2,325,000
2 BR
1,856 sq. ft.
FOR SALE
AED 200,000
3 BR
3,737 sq. ft.
FOR RENT
Springs 4 (Springs Phase 5)
Emirates Living
AED 170,000
3 BR
2,000 sq. ft.
A great family option
Mohamed Abouzeid
(Ref No. VI278207)
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Dubailand for sale
Dickens Circus 1
Dubailand
Extensive array of amenities
Abi Odimayo
(Ref No. AP324523)
AED 1,250,000
1 BR
1,044 sq. ft.
Garden East Apartments
Green Community - DIP
AED 2,850,000
3 BR
2,553 sq. ft.
Spacious with great finishes
Nicole Burt
(Ref No. AP3347)
Bungalow
Dubailand
AED 6,700,000
4 BR
4,244 sq. ft.
A desirable address
Rabih Hankir
(Ref No. VI321252)
Cordoba
Dubailand
AED 5,200,000
7 BR
6,471 sq. ft.
A motivated seller
Hannah Bakshani
(Ref No. VI315769)
Mazaya
Dubailand
Live your Arabian dream
Natasha de Ridder
(Ref No. VI326261)
AED 3,995,000
5 BR
3,600 sq. ft.
Townhouse
Green Community - DIP
Premier location
Victoria Rushton
(Ref No. VI3144)
AED 4,000,000
3 BR
4,149 sq. ft.
65
Dubailand for rent
Mazaya
Dubailand
AED 230,000
5 BR
3,600 sq. ft.
A stunning family home
Paulina Kranjcevic
(Ref No. VI328519)
Whispering Pines
Jumeirah Golf Estates
Modern living at its best
Bilal Khan
(Ref No. VI316978)
Private Villa
Dubailand
AED 240,000
4 BR
5,000 sq. ft.
Exceptional deal
Rinku Ramesh Sawlani
(Ref No. VI326076)
AED 270,000
4 BR
3,842 sq. ft.
Lime Tree Valley
Jumeirah Golf Estates
Family Villa
Green Community - DIP
AED 250,000
5 BR
5,900 sq. ft.
Ready to move in
Hannah Bakshani
(Ref No. VI295253)
AED 365,000
4 BR
5,327 sq. ft.
Magnificent golf course views
Sharon Sweet
(Ref No. VI325483)
Whispering Pines
Jumeirah Golf Estates
AED 350,000
3 BR
4,136 sq. ft.
Magnificent golf course views
Sharfuddin Mohammed
(Ref No. VI322612)
Ask the agent
Sharon Sweet, senior residential consultant, JBR
Jumeirah Golf Estates is one of the finest
golf estates in the UAE. Golf enthusiasts
– and those aspiring – will definitely
enjoy the benefits of living there, with
its green landscapes and amazing golf
courses. There are four golf courses
named after the ‘elements of life’: Fire,
Earth, Wind and Water. Each course has
been designed by professional golfers:
Earth and Fire by Greg Norman; Wind
by Sergio Garcia, Pete Dye and Greg
Norman; and Water by Vijay Singh.
The community has a distinct
Mediterranean theme, and the separate
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developments have scenic names such as
Limetree Valley, Whispering Pines and
Sanctuary Falls, to name just a few.
Jumeirah Golf Estates is certainly a
location for the discerning homeowner,
one who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle,
amazing landscapes and great facilities
right on the doorstep.
Although prices have increased
over the last 18 months, they have
stabilised in the last three. However, as
the community nears completion both
demand and prices are expected to rise as
the area’s exclusivity tightens.
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Jumeirah Beach Residence for sale
Sadaf 8
Dubai Marina
Beachfront living at an attractive price
Toni Loureiro
(Ref No. AP325454)
Bahar 1
Dubai Marina
Excellent value
Khurram Jameel Lodhi
(Ref No. AP280175)
Sadaf 8
Dubai Marina
Live by the beach
Jessica Winchester
(Ref No. AP28851)
AED 11,000,000
4 BR
6,130 sq. ft.
Sadaf 2
Dubai Marina
AED 2,900,000
3 BR
1,883 sq. ft.
Be where it all happens
Dorota Chudzik
(Ref No. AP325299)
Bahar 5
Dubai Marina
AED 4,650,000
2 BR
2,752 sq. ft.
Quintessential luxury living
Toni Loureiro
(Ref No. AP280635)
AED 2,900,000
2 BR
1,340 sq. ft.
Murjan 3
Dubai Marina
AED 3,700,000
2 BR
1,367 sq. ft.
Self-contained development
Robert Kerr
(Ref No. AP71909)
AED 4,350,000
4 BR
2,713 sq. ft.
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Jumeirah Beach Residence for rent
Sadaf 4
Dubai Marina
AED 240,000
2 BR
2,237 sq. ft.
In a class by itself
Anna Tybura
(Ref No. AP230000)
Murjan 2
Dubai Marina
AED 120,000
1 BR
1,101 sq. ft.
Self-contained development
Julieta Kitova
(Ref No. AP275124)
Rimal 4
Dubai Marina
Breathtaking sea views
Fabio Lombardi
(Ref No. AP179741)
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Bahar 1
Dubai Marina
AED 160,000
2 BR
1,375 sq. ft.
Self-contained development
Osama Kiwan
(Ref No. AP297967)
AED 120,000
1 BR
1,050 sq. ft.
Sadaf 4
Dubai Marina
Stunning fully furnished apartment
Tulay Ozcan
(Ref No. AP24223)
AED 400,000
4 BR
2,761 sq. ft.
Rimal 1
Dubai Marina
AED 185,000
3 BR
1,919 sq. ft.
Self-contained development
Jasleen Sandhu
(Ref No. AP221059)
July 2014
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Jumeirah Park
FOR SALE
Jumeirah Park
Jumeirah Park
AED 6,500,000
4 BR
4,335 sq. ft.
Dynamic development
Rita Mouawad
(Ref No. VI318876)
FOR SALE
Jumeirah Park
Jumeirah Park
Amazing value
Anjana Mahna
(Ref No. VI327270)
FOR SALE
Jumeirah Park
Jumeirah Park
A desirable address
May Helal
(Ref No. VI328023)
AED 4,125,000
3 BR
3,027 sq. ft.
AED 6,950,000
4 BR
4,335 sq. ft.
FOR SALE
Jumeirah Park
Jumeirah Park
Dynamic development
Ben Bandari
(Ref No. VI326215)
FOR RENT
Jumeirah Park
Jumeirah Park
A great family option
Neveen Abdulahad
(Ref No. VI325793)
AED 4,400,000
3 BR
3,063 sq. ft.
AED 290,000
4 BR
4,335 sq. ft.
FOR RENT
Jumeirah Park
Jumeirah Park
AED 230,000
3 BR
3,527 sq. ft.
Affordable luxury
Mohammed Fares
(Ref No. VI325459)
FOR RENT
Jumeirah Park
Jumeirah Park
Dynamic development
Hannah Bakshani
(Ref No. VI318055)
AED 295,000
4 BR
4,335 sq. ft.
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Short-term rentals
Zumurud
Dubai Marina
AED 9,000
Studio
370 sq. ft.
Distinctive design
Rhonda Wright
(Ref No. APM327246)
Goldcrest Views 1
Dubai Marina
One of the Best Deals on the Market
Selma Dsouza
(Ref No. APM214788)
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AED 19,800
2 BR
1,150 sq. ft.
Setting new benchmarks for excellence
Maria Rhodora Layug
(Ref No. APM323694)
AED 16,020
2 BR
1,110 sq. ft.
Modern living at its best
Selma Dsouza
(Ref No. APM306592)
Marina Diamond 3
Dubai Marina
Lakeside Residence
Downtown Dubai
Bahar 4
Downtown Dubai
Marina Sail
Dubai Marina
Direct marina views
Selma Dsouza
(Ref No. APM213142)
AED 14,010
1 BR
762 sq. ft.
Bright and inviting residence
Selma Dsouza
(Ref No. APM317573)
AED 22,020
2 BR
1,268 sq. ft.
A desirable address
Selma Dsouza
(Ref No. APM296895)
AED 12,000
1 BR
737 sq. ft.
The Point
Jumeirah Lake Towers
Al Msalli (B9)
Palm Jumeirah
AED 23,010
2 BR
1,646 sq. ft.
Beachfront living at an attractive price
Cherryl Cartagena
(Ref No. APM223201)
AED 18,000
2 BR
1,750 sq. ft.
Jumeirah Bay Tower (X1)
Jumeirah Lake Towers
AED 18,000
1 BR
880 sq. ft.
Panoramic view of Dubai’s impressive skyline
Rhonda Wright
(Ref No. APM325899)
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Key contacts for a better home and lifestyle
Architectural Material
Car Maintenance
For 24-HR Recovery, Breakdown and
transportation services, all garage services,
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Contact:
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Tel: 04 3470400, Fax: 04 3470401
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.aaadubai.com
Garden Maintenance
Interiors
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General Maintenance
Removals
Maintenance
General Maintenance
General Maintenance
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Tourism
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Pet Care
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