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Let your little ones run wild with arts and crafts at home

What’s Your Beef?

Choose a cut and follow our chef’s tips for cooking the perfect steak

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A Fresh Start

How to soothe your sinuses and have an allergy-free summer

On The Palm with the Keanes

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Contents Features 12 Property of the Month Snap up this chic loft apartment with oodles of space and great amenities in the heights of JBR.

15 Loan Ranger On the market for a mortgage? View the latest rates from the leading lenders in Dubai.

16 Price is Right Our round-up of up-to-date property figures in each of the city’s key developments.

12 Listings

18 Cover Feature We head out to The Palm’s famous fronds to the Keane family home in Tiara Residences.

59 Better Interiors Need some interiors inspiration? Browse glorious golden décor and find out how to make tiny spaces look stylish, not stuffy.

28 Property Management

44 Palm Jumeirah

Are you a landlord? Get the best out of your investment with advice from Better Homes.

Experience spectacular shoreline living in these stand-out villas and apartments.

30 Short-term Rentals

47 Downtown

The top crop of temporary lodgings for when you need a quick-fix accommodation solution.

Exclusive properties a stone’s throw from the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall – what a view!

32 Marina

50 Abu Dhabi

Spectacular sea views and luxurious touches in the world’s largest man-made marina.

Heading to the capital? Choose from sleek beachside pads, apartments in up-and-coming hot spots, and homes for growing families.

66 How Do I...

52 Other Districts

68 Plugged In

Can’t find anything you fancy? Take a look at the other top picks available around the city.

Looking for a new household gadget? Find the best home technology on the market right here.

54 Commercial

69 Better Food

If you’re searching for office space, these latest offerings are sure to impress...

Learn a chef’s secret for succulent steaks – as well as recipes for restaurant-worthy side dishes.

36 Emirates Living There’s space for the whole family here – browse multi-bedroom villas in this peaceful area.

40 Dubailand Prime-location properties of all shapes and sizes, with a friendly community atmosphere and excellent links to the city.

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61 Crafty Capers Keep your little ones entertained with these colourful, easy-to-make home projects.

64 Better Bedrooms Revamp your room or add some fine finishing touches with these four eye-catching ideas.

Keep your family safe from allergic attacks by making a few simple tweaks to your home.

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Home Help

Property of the Month Enjoy five-star luxury in this fabulous city pad

If you like your interiors sleek and your views breathtaking look no further

than this sumptuous one-bedroom loft apartment. Originally designed to accommodate four bedrooms, its 2,140 square-foot floor area allows for plenty of room to stretch out, and an abundance of top-quality touches make the space feel truly palatial.

Enjoy expansive vistas over the sea, Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Marina from its floor-to-ceiling windows, and take advantage of handy access to The Walk (you’ll be right on the waterfront). There are endless opportunities to get creative with the décor and furnishings, or you can purchase the property with fittings included. Can’t wait to move in? The apartment – and its two parking spaces – is available now.

May 2012

The Details

Available now!

Where is it?

Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai Marina How many bedrooms?

One How big is it?

2,140 square feet How much does it cost?

AED2,100,000 How do I find out more?

Contact BH consultant Thomas Bunker on 600 52 2212 and quote reference number AP298200

Home Help

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Market Update Independent Finance’s general manager Sam Wani fills us in on the latest movements in mortgages

April has been another good month for the mortgage industry in the UAE. Tamweel, the largest mortgage lender in the country, recorded the highest monthly mortgage disbursement since the financial crisis of 2008. Other large lenders like Mashreq, UAB, SCB, HSBC and Barclays also showed impressive growth. ADIB, one of the largest lenders

in Abu Dhabi, managed to break into the Dubai mortgage market.

Non-resident mortgages have also started opening up. More and more investors are looking at investing in UAE real estate to benefit from the current scenario. The price curve seems to be bottoming out, and the interest curve has also declined substantially. This means

that entering the market now could mean potentially high yields. Independent Finance has a few exclusive deals which have been received well. Non-resident investors can now raise mortgages from AED0.5 million to AED20 million with loan-to-values of as high as 70%. The rates have come down from highs of 10% to as low as 6.5-7%. independentuae.com

Finance

Loan Ranger

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NBAD

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"1%, CAPPED AT AED 30,000"

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For further information on the best mortgage deals call Better Homes on +971 4 407 4600

CONTACT 800 ADF(233)

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The price is right

Compare and contrast the latest dirham cost of villas and apartments in the UAE with our at-a-glance guide 1GB = 5.92 AED 1 USD = 3.67 AED 1 EURO = 4.78 AED PRICES PER SQ/FT Sales Index Report - April2012 Conversion rates correct at time of press

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Statistics based on Better Homes’ sales and rental figures for the previous six months.

Villas SALES COMMUNITY

DUBAILAND DISTRICT

EMIRATES LIVING DISTRICT

MIN PRICE

MAX PRICE

AVG PRICE

MIN PRICE/ SQ.FT

MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

Dubai Investment Park

2,550,000.00

5,250,000.00

3,833,333.33

610.63

742.05

659.93

Dubailand

2,800,000.00

6,510,000.00

4,294,999.83

551.72

1,034.35

766.65

Emirates Living

1,200,000.00

9,450,000.00

3,285,347.52

645.16

1,542.86

1,012.71

Jumeirah Park

2,678,000.00

3,800,000.00

3,269,500.00

759.29

876.59

829.23

COMMUNITY

MIN PRICE

MAX PRICE

AVG PRICE

MIN PRICE/ SQ.FT

MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

RENTALS

DUBAILAND DISTRICT

EMIRATES LIVING DISTRICT

Arabian Ranches

100,000

390,000

198,900

53

75

63

Dubai Investment Park

175,000

230,000

204,167

39

48

44

Emirates Living

70,000

450,000

177,889

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73

54

Jumeirah Village Circle

87,500

120,000

107,688

23

42

28

JUMEIRAH DISTRICT

Safa

240,000

500,000

336,667

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82

56

MIRDIF DISTRICT

Mirdif

80,000

240,000

123,000

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MAX PRICE

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MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

Apartments SALES

DOWNTOWN DISTRICT

MARINA DISTRICT

DUBAILAND DISTRICT

Business Bay

875,000.00

2,035,000.00

1,489,999.75

852.27

1,061.84

978.53

Downtown Dubai

590,000.00

7,500,000.00

2,499,610.92

997.15

3,082.50

1,714.65

Dubai Marina

450,000.00

9,500,000.00

2,159,126.77

594.42

1,857.57

1,197.00

Dubai Investment Park

1,300,000.00

1,350,000.00

1,333,333.33

514.01

824.87

636.81

Dubailand

325,000.00

830,000.00

629,296.00

415.00

551.80

488.40

The Palm Jumeirah

1,800,000.00

5,610,000.00

2,926,935.00

896.50

1,927.80

1,276.52

COMMUNITY

MIN PRICE

MAX PRICE

AVG PRICE

MIN PRICE/ SQ.FT

MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

AL AWIR DISTRICT

Dubai Silicon Oasis

28,000

36,000

32,000

45

58

52

DOWNTOWN DISTRICT

DIFC

30,000

260,000

118,500

26

135

91

Downtown Dubai

70,000

225,000

125,440

77

154

104

Barsha

45,000

80,000

60,000

46

58

53

Discovery Gardens

26,000

50,000

34,545

37

73

49

Jumeirah Lake Towers

32,000

120,000

65,271

47

114

70

PALM JUMEIRAH DISTRICT

The Palm Jumeirah

80,000

300,000

167,819

60

139

95

MARINA DISTRICT

Dubai Marina

40,000

500,000

124,142

44

165

87

PALM JUMEIRAH DISTRICT

RENTALS

EMIRATES LIVING DISTRICT

May 2012

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I love this place...

The Palm Jumeirah

Gabrielle Keane and her son Aidan invite us into their beach-side family apartment in Tiara Residences Images by Shahid Abbas Gabrielle, tell us what brought you to this area…

As a family we’d watched The Palm being built over the years, and we were fascinated by it. Back in America we saw lots of TV programmes about it – and this was our chance to live the dream.

My husband is away a lot for work, so it’s important for me to be close to amenities – and Tiara Residences is perfect. We wanted open-plan living and space for Aidan to play, and I wasn’t keen for us to live in a high-rise block. The apartments are planned really well, and the views are incredible. There are options to buy here, but renting has been great for us so far.

May 2012

There are lots of shared areas outside – is there a community atmosphere?

Yes – we only moved in six months ago, but it feels like we’ve been here forever.

We know all of our neighbours, all of the staff; everyone is so friendly, and you can strike up a conversation even when you don’t know somebody. There’s a lovely mix of people, too – there are single residents, couples and families living side-by-side.

It’s a spacious layout, so you never feel crowded or claustrophobic.

What are the local amenities like?

They’re great – all of the facilities are up and running, so we’re not waiting for

anything to open. There’s the pool, shops, restaurants, kids’ club, gym, beach club, dry cleaners… everything you could possibly need. For groceries, I tend to go downstairs to Quick Mart – it’s really convenient. There’s an organic food shop five minutes’ walk away, and next door to that there’s a brilliant spa where I get my hair and nails done.

Is it easy to get to the city from here?

Yes, the road links are fantastic – it’s so easy to get onto Sheikh Zayed Road, and everywhere is within easy reach from there. I work at Uptown Primary School in Mirdif, which is very handy – and I’ll

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‘When we moved in it was a completely blank slate – I wanted artworks and artefacts that reflected us as a family’

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be moving to the new Uptown School campus when it opens on Algeria Road in September. Hopefully Aidan will transfer there too – it’d be great for him, and would combine the school run with my commute.

There’s lots to do on The Palm – do you make the most of the local attractions?

Aidan’s social schedule is hectic – he does everything from football to swimming with dolphins! The pool and beach club are great for chilling out, and Aidan can play outside in the communal areas. The apartment is lovely for entertaining – there’s lots of space – so we’ll often have friends over and head out for dinner afterwards. There are so many fabulous restaurants nearby, and I often go to Seafire Steakhouse and Ronda Locatelli with the

girls. The Indian menu in Amala at the Jumeirah Zabeel Saray hotel really is out of this world.

You have some very striking pieces of furniture – did you buy it all here?

I purchased a lot of things here, but I also brought a lot of the accent pieces with me from New York. The larger items and bedroom furniture are mostly from Marina, the local interiors brand. When I got here I went all over the malls, outlets and furniture shops on Sheikh Zayed Road.

I immediately fell in love with Marina, and I bought some pieces from THE One as well. We loved the mix of styles available – there’s everything from Arabic to Scandinavian furniture. Home Centre was brilliant for bedding and smaller things too.

‘We watched The Palm being built – this was our chance to live the dream...’

We arrived in the autumn, just as the sales were going on – it was great timing!

How would you define your style?

I combined two looks: Hamptons chic and Manhattan design. Living on The Palm, I wanted something beachy and laid-back, but the colours and textures of New York are close to our hearts too. When we moved I had a completely blank slate, so I went out and purchased lots of furniture at once – I wasn’t sure how it would all fit together, so I just bought pieces that I liked. I think it worked. It was a great opportunity to start afresh – after all, you don’t get opportunities like this at home – but I wanted to incorporate furniture and artwork that reflected us as a family.

What’s your favourite item?

We have a map of New York from before the Statue of Liberty was built – it’s a much-treasured gift from my parents, and it hangs pride of place in the hallway. We’re very proud of our roots and have a number of American artworks and artefacts all over the apartment. But funnily enough, the large New York-style paintings in the dining area are actually from Dubai – my mum bought them for me from a gallery when we arrived. I knew the apartment was going to have big walls and high ceilings, so before we moved in I bought lots of large-scale pieces that would add colour and texture to the rooms. I purchased so many that when we arrived I didn’t actually have the space to hang them – I have a few in storage at the moment!

You have a spacious balcony too – do you use the outside space much?

Yes, we love to sit outside, and we’re making the most of it before it gets too hot. When my husband comes home, he loves to relax on the balcony, and it’s really quiet – especially at night. It’s fantastic to sit out there and see all the buildings lit up.

When I lived in New York I used to walk past the Chrysler Building on my way to work every day for 20 years. Now I can sit on my sofa here and see the twins. When I viewed the apartment I felt at home as soon as I saw them – it was meant to be. When my husband gets home from work, he loves to sit on the balcony and soak up the view – he says it’s like being on holiday every day, and I couldn’t put it better myself.

May 2012

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Love Thy Neighbourhood

The Palm Jumeirah

Your need-to-know guide to what’s in and around the area Renting and buying There are plenty of opportunities to rent and buy all over The Palm Jumeirah: families are well catered for with multibedroom villas and low-rise apartments, with plenty of private and communal spaces to relax in. Singles and couples, meanwhile, will love the choice of apartments, studios and small villas.

Life here is all about luxury pleasures with top-quality amenities at hand, so whichever type of property you opt for you’re guaranteed a slice of the good life.

Shopping and a bite Whatever you’ve got a hunger for, you’ll be spoiled for choice here – the abundance of top hotels and residences on The Palm means that you’re never far from a decadent dinner. Atlantis The Palm, Dubai, has no fewer than 19 restaurants and lounges to its name – May 2012

from world-renowned Japanese masters Nobu to authentic Lebanese dining at Levantine, while even further down the crescent A la Turca at Rixos The Palm Dubai is a new local hot-spot. On the opposite crescent, The One&Only The Palm serves up cool eateries like Zest – a blend of Middle Eastern, Asian and Western influences – while the Jumeirah Zabeel Saray hotel plays host to global cuisine. If you fancy rustling up your own feast, there are plenty of grocery stores too – every residence block has its own small supermarket – and upmarket gourmet grocery Milk & Honey is a foodie’s haven.

Leisure time There’s plenty to keep Palm-dwellers of all ages occupied. Of course, you’re a stone’s throw from the beach (or even right on it), and there are plenty of beach clubs and eateries all over the island. Children will love Aquaventure, Dolphin Bay and The

Lost Chambers Aquarium at Atlantis The Palm, Dubai, and the leisure facilities in the residential areas are second-to-none – think vast pools, gyms, sports courts and lots of kids’ areas. The bustle of The Walk and Jumeirah Beach is just a short distance away – from there you can go waterskiing, sailing, or even take to the skies with Skydive Dubai.

Schooling You’re within easy reach of a number of schools which offer a choice of curricula.

There’s Jumeirah Baccalaureate School (Pre-K to Grade 12, IPC & IB), Greenfield Community School (KG 1 to Grade 12, IB), American Academy in Al-Mizhar (Pre-K to Grade 12, American) and Uptown Primary School (Grades 1 to 6, IB) to name but a few. The new 15-acre Uptown School will be opening in September for Pre-K to KG2, with grades 1 to 12 opening from September 2013.

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Property Picks

Snap up your own piece of the iconic Palm Jumeirah with these two hot properties – great for families after top-notch views and amenities Apartment for rent This four-bedroom penthouse has both space and style in abundance; gaze out from the large balcony over landscaped gardens and the beach, and enjoy chic interiors and high-quality finishes.

Available furnished or unfurnished, this family home boasts vast floor space, high ceilings, and marble flooring throughout. All bedrooms are en suite, and the master bedroom has its own living area – perfect for a private hideaway. The downstairs lounge space is open-plan, and a second upstairs living area means there’s lots of room for kids to play. On top of this, you’ll have access to all of the communal areas and facilities, including the pools,

beach, gym and clubhouse. This is a prime location: many of The Palm’s top amenities are just a five-minute walk away – you’re close to restaurants, shops and cafés – and the apartment boasts two parking spaces, handy when you have a guest to visit.

Facts and figures: AED320,000 (per annum), 4,917 square feet Contact: BH consultant Nicholas Winter and quote reference number AP64200

Rental prices at a glance: 1 bedroom: from AED130,000 p/a 2 bedrooms: from AED180,000 p/a 3 bedrooms: from AED240,000 p/a

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Apartment for sale With stunning views of Burj Al Arab, this three-bedroom apartment is a real show-stopper. Three generous-sized bedrooms mean there’s more than enough space for a small family, and each room comes with its own en-suite bathroom. The open-plan living space is great for entertaining guests (and there’s a washroom for convenience), and you’ll find built-in appliances in the laundry and kitchen areas. As with all Tiara Residence properties, the finishings are top-quality: each apartment has a wired-up home entertainment system (with hidden ceiling speakers), marble flooring throughout, and solid wood kitchen cabinets. Control the lighting with dimmer switches – perfect for creating a romantic mood to complement those views. As a resident, you’ll enjoy access to the private beach and community swimming pool, as well as the health club, restaurants and play areas.

Facts and figures: AED3,605,000, 2,288 square feet Contact: BH consultant Rabih Hankir and quote reference number AP298985

Sale prices at a glance: 1 bedroom: from AED1.8million 2 bedrooms: from AED2.4million 3 bedrooms: from AED3million For more details of properties on The Palm Jumeirah, contact Better Homes consultant Michael Cullen, RERA# 25145, on 050 911 5607

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AL AWIR DISTRICT Awir Academic City

JEBEL ALI DISTRICT Downtown Jebel Ali Jebel Ali Technology Park

MARINA DISTRICT E7 G8 E9

JUMEIRAH DISTRICT Al Wasl Badaa Jumeirah Manara Safa Satwa Umm Suqeim

R7 T7 R6 P7 Q7 T6 P6

MEYDAN DISTRICT

U9 T9 T10

MIRDIF DISTRICT

CREEK DISTRICT Dubai Festival City The Lagoons Ras Al Khor

Dubai Marina Jumeirah Beach Residence Dubai Pearl Dubai Promenade TECOM Internet City Media City Sufouh Al Barari Al Quoz Bu Kadra Meydan City Nad Al Sheba Khwaneej Mirdif Mizar Warqaa

13 Š 2012 Better Homes

PALM DEIRA DISTRICT L6 L6 M6 L6 M7 M7 M7 N7 Q11 Q7 S9 S9 S11 Y12 W11 X11 V11

The Palm Deira

W3

PALM JUMEIRAH DISTRICT The Palm Jumeirah The World

M5 Q3

WATERFRONT DISTRICT Dubai Waterfront The Palm Jebel Ali

D2 F4

WORLD CENTRAL DISTRICT Dubai World Central Dubai Industrial City Dubai Residential City

F10 F10 F10

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PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

From maintenance, lease, and tenant management to marketing, financial advice, legal guidance, and a whole host of extra value services; Better Homes’ Property Management looks after everything for you. And it’s a fact that tenants prefer managed units: 96.8% of freehold units managed by Better Homes are occupied. Call us now to find out why.

FOR RENT

SKYCOURTS TOWER D DUBAILAND Excellent value Sahali Saleem (Ref # APM305422)

AED 30,000

1 BR 742 sq. ft.

SOBHA DAFFODIL JUMEIRAH VILLAGE CIRCLE Excellent finish Pradeep Thyagarajan (Ref # APM303588)

AED 37,000

1 BR 1000 sq. ft.

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SKY GARDENS (DIFC) DIFC A desirable address Murad Ali Dib (Ref # APM291115)

AED 375,000

3 BR 4714 sq. ft.

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DG-BUILDING 1 DISCOVERY GARDENS One of the Best Deals in the Market Hussain Abbas Merchant (Ref # APM261546)

May 2012

THE DIAMOND DUBAILAND Fully furnished apartment Sahali Saleem (Ref # APM290620)

IC1-PER-N2 INTERNATIONAL CITY Easy living Umar Shaiq (Ref # APM301909)

AED 24,500

1 BR 743 sq. ft.

Exclusive to Better Homes

AED 65,000

MURJAN 2

AED 19,000

SAHAB 1

2 BR 1105 sq. ft.

DUBAI MARINA Easy living Presley Remedious (Ref # APM266701)

AED 50,000

STUDIO 640 sq. ft.

Exclusive to Better Homes

AED 52,000

1 BR 979 sq. ft.

THE CRESCENT IMPZ Competitive price, call now Sahali Saleem (Ref # APM255198)

STUDIO 506 sq. ft.

DUBAI MARINA The best of city living Maria Christine Maglaque (Ref # APM212617)

AED 105,000

2 BR 1392 sq. ft.

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Short-term rental

SHORT-TERM RENTALS

If you’re looking for a short-term living solution while on holiday or business, Better Homes offers tailor-made accommodation in the most attractive residential districts of Dubai. Our ready-to-live-in, fully-furnished and self-catering apartments come fitted with all modern conveniences and are maintained to the highest standard.

Exclusive to Better Homes

AL MASS DUBAI MARINA Live with a view to inspire Maria Rhodora Layug (Ref # APM305652)

Exclusive to Better Homes

AED 25,020

2 BR 2353 sq. ft.

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MARINA RESIDENCE DUBAI MARINA Distinct styling Maria Rhodora Layug (Ref # APM304418)

MARINA DIAMOND 4 DUBAI MARINA Competitive price, call now Kristina Titova (Ref # APM247719)

May 2012

TIME PLACE DUBAI MARINA Ready to move in Maria Rhodora Layug (Ref # APM305637)

Exclusive to Better Homes

AED 12,000

1 BR 704 sq. ft.

Exclusive to Better Homes

AED 16,020

ATTAREEN RESIDENCE

AED 13,500

SOUTH RIDGE 4

2 BR 1181 sq. ft.

2 BR 1031 sq. ft.

DOWNTOWN DUBAI Live with a view to inspire Maria Rhodora Layug (Ref # APM304416)

DOWNTOWN DUBAI Spacious with great finishes Sabah Gazi (Ref # APM223833)

MESK DUBAI MARINA Central and prestigious location Maria Rhodora Layug (Ref # APM304597)

AED 16,020

1 BR 1250 sq. ft.

Exclusive to Better Homes

AED 16,020

THE FAIRWAYS - WEST T1

AED 20,010

TAJER RESIDENCES

1 BR 956 sq. ft.

2 BR 1465 sq. ft.

THE GREENS Magnificent golf course views Kristina Titova (Ref # APM285908)

DOWNTOWN DUBAI Competitive price, call now Sabah Gazi (Ref # APM215739)

AED 16,020

2 BR 1458 sq. ft.

AED 21,000

2 BR 1318 sq. ft.

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Marina

MARINA

At the heart of this district is Dubai Marina, the world’s largest man-made marina, which is home to hundreds of state-of-the-art towers. Among them is the ever-popular Jumeirah Beach Residence, where you’ll find a great mix of lifestyle amenities. The district also has The Dubai Pearl and the freezones of TECOM and Dubai Media City.

FOR SALE

THE POINT DUBAI MARINA Ready to move in Ali Tabrizi (Ref # AP303713)

MARINA SAIL DUBAI MARINA Direct marina views Philip Whittam (Ref # AP64575)

MARINA RESIDENCE DUBAI MARINA Unobstructed views of the marina Catherine Luethi (Ref # AP305684)

May 2012

AED 860,000

BONAIRE

AED 800,000

TRIDENT GRAND RESIDENCE

1 BR 790 sq. ft.

1 BR 903 sq. ft.

AED 2,130,000

4 BR 1613 sq. ft.

DUBAI MARINA Spectacular views Nina Pekina (Ref # AP298040)

DUBAI MARINA Modern infrastructure and facilities Elen Manukyan (Ref # AP80876)

EMIRATES CROWN DUBAI MARINA Experience the height of luxury Yasmeen Buzari (Ref # AP70378)

AED 1,800,000

MURJAN 6

AED 2,550,000

BAYSIDE RESIDENCE

AED 8,200,000

KG TOWER

2 BR 1347 sq. ft.

2 BR 1731 sq. ft.

5 BR 7687 sq. ft.

DUBAI MARINA Stunning view of the sea Yasmin Piroozan (Ref # AP295246)

DUBAI MARINA Exceptional deal!

Nicholas Winter (Ref # AP304237)

DUBAI MARINA A stunning family home Tulay Ozcan (Ref # AP305040)

AED 2,200,000

3 BR 1882 sq. ft.

AED 880,000

1 BR 922 sq. ft.

AED 5,500,000

6 BR 5290 sq. ft.

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DREAMS 1 DUBAI MARINA Excellent value Zahi Majid (Ref # AP251274)

FOR RENT

MARINA PINNACLE DUBAI MARINA Spacious living Partha Reddy (Ref # AP301872)

AED 65,000

1 BR 680 sq. ft.

MARINA RESIDENCE DUBAI MARINA Distinct styling Ilham Aabid (Ref # AP165203)

AED 57,000

1 BR 860 sq. ft.

AED 95,000

3 BR 2187 sq. ft.

Exclusive to Better Homes

SADAF 8 DUBAI MARINA Uncompromising luxury Sana Hajjar (Ref # AP173858)

AED 180,000

4 BR 3000 sq. ft.

YASS DUBAI MARINA Strategic location Syed Wajih Uddin Ahmed (Ref # AP245799)

AED 160,000

2 BR 1567 sq. ft.

ASK THE AGENT TAMARA STUBBS, RESIDENTIAL CONSULTANT Dubai Marina has a vast array of properties for rent, from one-bedroom apartments for AED50,000, to villas at AED350,000. Although the market is now quite stable, some units are increasing in price, especially the higher-quality apartments. This is likely to be due to the increase in renewals and because there is less stock coming back on to the market. Now that the market is levelling off, more tenants are staying put.

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MARINA - BEST OF THE REST...

If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for, scour the list below and simply call us on +971 600 52 2212 once you’ve found your perfect home, quoting the relevant reference number listed. Happy hunting!

FOR SALE FROM AED 500,000

FOR RENT FROM AED 48,000

Dubai Marina, Marina Diamond 3

Studio 429 sq. ft.

Dubai Marina, Royal Oceanic

Studio 546 sq. ft.

Dubai Marina, Manchester Tower 1

1 BR

Dubai Marina, Zumurud

Studio 398 sq. ft.

Dubai Marina, Marina Diamond 6

1 BR

Dubai Marina, Manchester Tower 1

1 BR

Dubai Marina, Marina Diamond 6

1 BR

Dubai Marina, Marina Pinnacle

1 BR

Dubai Marina, Marina Diamond 1

1 BR

Dubai Marina, Marina Diamond 2

1 BR

Dubai Marina, Dreams 1

1 BR

Dubai Marina, Sulafa Tower

1 BR

Dubai Marina, Marina Diamond 1

2 BR

Dubai Marina, Dreams 1

1 BR

Dubai Marina, Marina View Tower 1

2 BR

Dubai Marina, Gulf National

2 BR

Dubai Marina, The Zen

2 BR

Dubai Marina, Marina Diamond 2

2 BR

Dubai Marina, Marina Crown

2 BR

Dubai Marina, Dreams 1

2 BR

Dubai Marina, Yacht Bay

2 BR

Dubai Marina, The Zen

2 BR

Dubai Marina, Marina Pinnacle

3 BR

Dubai Marina, Rimal 4

2 BR

Dubai Marina, Sulafa Tower

3 BR

Dubai Marina, Marina Pinnacle

3 BR

Dubai Marina, Marina View Tower 1

3 BR

Dubai Marina, Rimal 1

2 BR

Dubai Marina, Sadaf 2

3 BR

Dubai Marina, Murjan 5

3 BR

Dubai Marina, La Riviera

3 BR

Dubai Marina, Sulafa Tower

3 BR

Dubai Marina, Horizon Tower

4 BR

Dubai Marina, Murjan 1

3 BR

Dubai Marina, Marina Pinnacle

3 BR

Dubai Marina, Rimal 5

3 BR

May 2012

AED 500,000

Attractive investment opportunity 727 sq. ft.

AED 540,000

Amazing value 769 sq. ft.

AED 575,000

AED 600,000

An investment for capital growth 789 sq. ft.

AED 625,000

Excellent value 694 sq. ft.

AED 650,000

AED 870,000

AED 980,000

(Ref # AP303042)

(Ref # AP27024)

(Ref # AP304535)

AED 1,080,000 (Ref # AP174157) Fabio Lombardi AED 1,150,000 (Ref # AP297643) Sachin Das

AED 1,300,000 (Ref # AP301872)

Affordable luxury 1919 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP19330)

Nick Nuziale

Close to all amenities 2187 sq. ft.

Robert Kerr

AED 1,075,000 (Ref # AP253533)

Amazing value 1152 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP285553)

Rahul Anand

Excellent value 1456 sq. ft.

Babur Ortikov

Florin Rusu

Amazing value 1517 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP71688)

Ilham Aabid

Affordable luxury 964 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP302744)

Babur Ortikov

A motivated seller!

983 sq. ft.

Ali Tabrizi

Nina Pekina

Attractive investment opportunity 714 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP303123)

BH Head Office AED 1,500,000 (Ref # AP302955)

One of the Best Deals in the Market Ayham Jbara 1765 sq. ft.

AED 1,588,500 (Ref # AP303984)

A resort style community

BH Dubai Marina

1900 sq. ft. AED 1,650,000 (Ref # AP299895)

Beachfront living at an attractive price Victoria Bazoeanu 1890 sq. ft. AED 1,684,000 (Ref # AP36290)

Modern living at its best 2451 sq. ft.

Svetlana Gorbach

AED 1,700,000 (Ref # AP165110)

Affordable luxury 2365 sq. ft. AED 1,772,750

Attractive investment opportunity

Florin Rusu (Ref # AP301874) BH Head Office

AED 40,000

A desirable address

Murad Ali Dib AED 42,000

Exceptional deal!

517 sq. ft.

AED 48,000

1046 sq. ft. AED 55,000

Amazing value AED 55,000

AED 60,000

Amazing value 678 sq. ft.

AED 65,000

AED 70,000

AED 75,000

AED 85,000

(Ref # AP95734)

(Ref # AP305033)

(Ref # AP305753)

(Ref # APM166717)

(Ref # AP226706) Sharon Sweet

AED 90,000

A great family option 1390 sq. ft.

Maria Christine Maglaque

Maria Christine Maglaque

Amazing value 1516 sq. ft.

(Ref # APM47429)

Rizwan Zabeehullah Shaikh

Excellent value 1204 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP305281)

Simona Mariana Barbulescu

Amazing value 907 sq. ft.

Sharon Sweet

Nastaran Heydari

Ready to move in 1568 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP175722)

Fabio Lombardi

Self-contained development 1197 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP29148) Adam Paul Stockley

Live with a view to inspire

647 sq. ft.

(Ref # APM305245)

(Ref # AP304929) Halyna Kuznetsova

AED 95,000

(Ref # AP173380)

Beachfront living at an attractive price Jane Bayley 2187 sq. ft.

AED 95,000

Spacious living 1294 sq. ft.

Partha Reddy AED 100,000

Self-contained development 2856 sq. ft. AED 125,000

A great family option 1950 sq. ft.

AED 140,000

Robert Kerr (Ref # AP305315)

(Ref # AP295083) Nastaran Heydari

AED 145,000

A great family option 1679 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP174024)

Urvashi Sidhapara

Affordable luxury 1921 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP301871)

(Ref # AP302494) Babur Ortikov

AED 145,000

Self-contained development

(Ref # AP177117) Simona Mariana Barbulescu

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EMIRATES LIVING

This district features the gated community of Emirates Hills, with its lush landscaping and world-class Montgomerie golf course. You’ll also find The Meadows, The Lakes, The Greens and The Springs. Other notable residential areas include Discovery Gardens and Jumeirah Islands, where all homes boast a private pool.

FOR SALE Exclusive to Better Homes

AL SHERA TOWER JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS Exceptional deal!

Binu Abraham (Ref # APM215242)

MEADOWS 1 EMIRATES LIVING Exceptional deal!

Nicholas Winter (Ref # VI295899)

Exclusive to Better Homes

AED 1,275,000

2 BR 1780 sq. ft.

CLUSTER 34 JUMEIRAH ISLANDS A prestigious address Aneliya Miladinova (Ref # VI298805)

AED 3,600,000

MONTGOMERIE MAISONETTES

AED 665,000

SPRINGS 7 (SPRINGS PHASE 3B)

3 BR 3447 sq. ft.

EMIRATES LIVING Great family home Rabih Hankir (Ref # VI292706)

AED 5,300,000

JUMEIRAH PARK

AED 3,700,000

PRIVATE VILLA

AED 1,900,000

THE LAKES - ZULAL 2

4 BR 5300 sq. ft.

3 BR 2611 sq. ft.

JUMEIRAH PARK Exceptionally rewarding investment Elen Manukyan (Ref # VI56289)

BARSHA Located in a primary shopping district Wassim Abdallah (Ref # VI299741)

AED 3,699,900

4 BR 4335 sq. ft.

AED 10,100,000

5 BR 11092 sq. ft.

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SABA TOWER 2 JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS State-of-the-art facilities Robert Allsopp (Ref # AP297878)

May 2012

1 BR 839 sq. ft.

EMIRATES LIVING Exceptional deal!

Sachin Das (Ref # VI295422)

3 BR 2461 sq. ft.

EMIRATES LIVING A stunning family home Rene Neil Dsouza (Ref # VI304547)

AED 2,550,000

3 BR 2637 sq. ft.

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MEADOWS 8 (MEADOWS PHASE 4C) EMIRATES LIVING A great family option Rajkumar Vaswani (Ref # VI304360)

FOR RENT

ARNO THE GREENS 12 Cheque Contract Adam Paul Stockley (Ref # AP81296)

SOBHA DAFFODIL JUMEIRAH VILLAGE CIRCLE Easy living Pradeep Thyagarajan (Ref # APM303638)

SPRINGS 4 (SPRINGS PHASE 5) EMIRATES LIVING Setting new benchmarks for excellence Sharafuddin Mohammed (Ref # VI305776)

817 SQ. FT.

1 BR 817 sq. ft.

BLOCK 9A JUMEIRAH VILLAGE TRIANGLE A stunning family home Jenni Hoffren (Ref # VI305001)

5923 SQ. FT.

MEADOWS 3

2691 SQ. FT.

UNA

4 BR 5923 sq. ft.

2 BR 2691 sq. ft.

EMIRATES LIVING Ideal family living Catherine Quadros (Ref # VI156429)

THE GREENS Matchless location Robert Kerr (Ref # AP11027)

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5813 SQ. FT.

5 BR 5813 sq. ft.

1123 SQ. FT.

2 BR 1123 sq. ft.

1096 SQ. FT.

1 BR 1096 sq. ft.

3134 SQ. FT.

3 BR 3134 sq. ft.

BARSHA-3 BARSHA A stunning family home Fabio Lombardi (Ref # VI296155)

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AED 425,000

6 BR 15558 sq. ft.

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EMIRATES LIVING - BEST OF THE REST...

If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for, scour the list below and simply call us on +971 600 52 2212 once you’ve found your perfect home, quoting the relevant reference number listed. Happy hunting!

FOR SALE FROM AED 310,000 Discovery Gardens, DG-Building 105

Studio 527 sq. ft.

Discovery Gardens, DG-Building 74

1 BR

AED 310,000

Easy living 883 sq. ft.

AED 430,000 (Ref # AP305728)

A motivated seller!

1 BR

1150 sq. ft.

Nicholas Winter (Ref # AP78797) Nilgun Akay

AED 455,000 (Ref # AP305303)

Captivating environment

Jumeirah Lake Towers, 1 BR 726 sq. ft.

The Icon Tower 2 Excellent value

(Ref # AP304133) Partha Reddy

Jumeirah Lake Towers, 1 BR 569 sq. ft. AED 449,935 Dubai Gate 1 Property at budget prices Discovery Gardens, DG-Building 60

FOR RENT FROM AED 27,000

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Discovery Gardens, DG-Building 259

Studio 434 sq. ft.

Discovery Gardens, Terra Del Sol 2

Studio 485 sq. ft.

AED 30,000

AED 32,500

Jumeirah Village Circle, 1 BR 945 sq. ft.

Florence Excellent value

AED 36,000

1081 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP250482) Sunil Pravin Jhaveri

Jumeirah Village Circle, Studio 460 sq. ft.

Emirates Garden 1 Ready to move in

Sobha Daffodil

(Ref # AP304534) BH Barsha

Prized location

AED 550,000 (Ref # APM264783) Jumeirah Village Circle, 1 BR Partha Reddy

AED 27,000

Amazing value

(Ref # AP302869) Tarek Gouda (Ref # AP304177) Adam Paul Stockley

AED 37,000

Easy living

(Ref # APM303637) Pradeep Thyagarajan

Jumeirah Lake Towers, 1 BR 847 sq. ft. AED 550,000 (Ref # APM262856) Jumeirah Lake Towers, 2 BR 1090 sq. ft. AED 65,000 The Icon Tower 1 The Icon Tower 2 Guaranteed rental income Micky Soni Ready to move in

(Ref # AP298472)

Jumeirah Lake Towers, 1 BR 757 sq. ft. AED 560,000 (Ref # AP177839) MAG 214 A motivated seller!

Shahzad Anwar

Jumeirah Village Circle, 3 BR 2847 sq. ft. AED 89,500 Diamond Views 3 A great family option

(Ref # VI305418)

Jumeirah Lake Towers, 2 BR 950 sq. ft.

Goldcrest Views 2 Affordable luxury

AED 775,000

The Greens, Al Arta 4

2 BR

(Ref # AP304417)

Jumeirah Lake Towers, 2 BR 1193 sq. ft.

The Icon Tower 2 High rental yields

AED 780,000 (Ref # AP259634)

The Greens,

2 BR

(Ref # AP24210) Sunil Pravin Jhaveri

Mohammad Khalid Khan Al Ghozlan 4

1156 sq. ft.

AED 90,000

Stimulating environment 1135 sq. ft.

AED 90,000

Prestigious urban development

Sunil Pravin Jhaveri

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Martina Plumley (Ref # AP303648) Halyna Kuznetsova

Jumeirah Lake Towers, 2 BR 1122 sq. ft. AED 899,524 (Ref # AP290270) Goldcrest Views 2 Attractive investment opportunity Nathan Bennett

The Greens, Al Thayyal 1

Tecom, Madison Residency

Emirates Living, Springs 2 BR 3652 sq. ft. AED 95,000 12 (Springs Phase 2A) A place to call home

(Ref # VI240679)

Jumeirah Lake Towers, 2 BR 1182 sq. ft. AED 950,000 (Ref # AP264394) The Icon Tower 1 Dynamic development Naime Vazquez

Emirates Living, Springs 3 BR 2455 sq. ft. AED 150,000 14 (Springs Phase 1B) The best of city living

(Ref # VI302611)

Emirates Living, Springs 2 BR 1645 sq. ft. AED 1,350,000 (Ref # VI295174) 4 (Springs Phase 5) Amazing value Ali Tabrizi

Barsha, API 43 Villas

4 BR

(Ref # VI257177)

Emirates Living, Springs 2 BR 1691 sq. ft. AED 1,360,000 (Ref # VI305632) 10 ( Springs Phase 2C) Get maximum returns on investment Rene Neil Dsouza

Barsha, GGICO 34 Villas

5 BR

Premier location

Robert Kerr

The Greens, Al Jaz 4

3 BR

Barsha,

4 BR

(Ref # VI301227)

Jumeirah Village Triangle, Block 2G

2 BR

2 BR

1370 sq. ft.

AED 900,000 (Ref # AP274919)

Amazing value

1623 sq. ft.

David Lawes

AED 1,420,000 (Ref # AP260717)

A great family option

Muneeb Khan Mohammed AJHAH Villas

2583 sq. ft. AED 1,425,000 (Ref # VI295450)

A great family option

Nicholas Winter

2 BR

1110 sq. ft.

AED 95,000

Captivating environment

3500 sq. ft. AED 165,000

A great family option 3811 sq. ft.

Partha Reddy

Martina Plumley

Julieta Kitova

Tarek Gouda AED 190,000

3900 sq. ft. AED 195,000

Privileged location

(Ref # VI303395)

Adam Paul Stockley

Emirates Living, Meadows 4 BR 3440 sq. ft. AED 200,000 (Ref # VI257911) 9( Meadows Phase 2) Affordable luxury Urvashi Sidhapara

Emirates Living, Springs 2 BR 1668 sq. ft. AED 1,450,000 (Ref # VI45047) 12 (Springs Phase 2A) Exceptional deal!

Bilal Khan

Emirates Living, Meadows 1

Jumeirah Lake Towers, 3 BR 1703 sq. ft. AED 1,465,000 (Ref # AP298034) Indigo Tower A stunning family home Mohammad Khalid Khan

Emirates Living, Springs 3 BR 2750 sq. ft. AED 210,000 14 (Springs Phase 1B) Glimmering lakeside view

May 2012

(Ref # AP264019)

3 BR

3447 sq. ft. AED 205,000

A stunning family home

(Ref # VI295899) Nicholas Winter (Ref # VI305672) Sharafuddin Mohammed

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Dubailand

DUBAILAND

A destination of extraordinary vision, Dubailand is the largest and most innovative residential, entertainment and tourist attraction in the region. Project highlights include Dubai Autodrome, The Els Club, the Butch Harmon School of Golf and a superb cricket stadium. Key residential districts include Dubai Motor City, Sports City, Remraam and villa neighbourhoods such as Arabian Ranches, Leyan, The Villa and Al Barari.

FOR SALE Exclusive to Better Homes

SKYCOURTS TOWER D DUBAILAND Exceptional deal!

Bilal Khan (Ref # AP305095)

AED 620,776

2 BR 1125 sq. ft.

NORTON COURT 2 DUBAILAND Aesthetic appeal Sana Hajjar (Ref # AP254914)

AED 666,460

1 BR 830 sq. ft.

LAKE APARTMENTS DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK Spacious living Nicole Burt (Ref # AP304198)

AED 1,150,000

2 BR 1593 sq. ft.

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GAZELLE / AL REEM 1 ARABIAN RANCHES Easy living Jacqueline Hunter Holt (Ref # VI302736)

AED 1,475,000

2 BR 1759 sq. ft.

GAZELLE / AL REEM 2 ARABIAN RANCHES Amazing value Nick Nuziale (Ref # VI69002)

AED 1,590,000

VICTORY HEIGHTS - OLIVA

AED 3,100,000

TERRA NOVA

2 BR 1781 sq. ft.

DUBAILAND Inspiring setting Adrian Popica (Ref # VI263830)

AED 2,350,000

3 BR 2658 sq. ft.

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AL WAHA VILLAS DUBAILAND A great family option Alina Cercel (Ref # VI304423)

May 2012

AED 2,799,995

3 BR 3621 sq. ft.

SAHEEL VILLAS ARABIAN RANCHES Meticulously planned development Rita Mouawad (Ref # VI37672)

3 BR 3324 sq. ft.

ARABIAN RANCHES Excellent value Hannah Bakshani (Ref # VI305177)

AED 4,499,995

5 BR 4361 sq. ft.

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BUNGALOW DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK A place to call home Binu Abraham (Ref # VI103050)

FOR RENT

GOLF VIEW RESIDENCE DUBAILAND Excellent finish Catherine Mulligan (Ref # AP286024)

GAZELLE / AL REEM 3 ARABIAN RANCHES Affordable luxury Adrian Popica (Ref # VI300581)

BUNGALOW DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK Inspection will impress Nicole Burt (Ref # VI158707)

AED 54,000 2 BR 1241 sq. ft.

LAYAN VILLAS DUBAILAND Premier location Better Homes Dubai North (Ref # VI282706)

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AED 190,000

4 BR 4200 sq. ft.

AED 71,000

2 BR 1795 sq. ft.

PALMERA 4 ARABIAN RANCHES A stunning family home Yasmin Piroozan (Ref # VI9243)

AED 115,000 2 BR 1889 sq. ft.

AED 138,000 3 BR 2540 sq. ft.

AED 200,000 4 BR 4200 sq. ft.

LEAF 5 DUBAILAND The kind of home you’ve only dreamt about Alina Cercel (Ref # VI304239)

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AED 520,000

5 BR 11560 sq. ft.

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Dubailand

DUBAILAND - BEST OF THE REST...

If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for, scour the list below and simply call us on +971 600 52 2212 once you’ve found your perfect home, quoting the relevant reference number listed. Happy hunting!

FOR SALE FROM AED 215,000 IMPZ, The Crescent

Studio 506 sq. ft.

Dubailand, Ice Hockey Tower

1 BR

Dubailand, Skycourts Tower B

1 BR

Dubailand, Sherlock House 2

1 BR

Dubailand, The Diamond

1 BR

AED 215,000

Amazing value 683 sq. ft.

AED 325,000

AED 380,000 (Ref # AP303997)

AED 559,999

A motivated seller!

Dubai Investment Park, 1 BR 933 sq. ft.

South West Apartments Exceptional deal!

AED 575,000

Dubailand, Sector 2 - 11B4

1 BR

AED 592,850

Dubailand, Sherlock House 2

2 BR

Dubailand, Dickens Circus 3

2 BR

Dubailand, FoxHill 8

2 BR

Dubailand, Sector 2 - 22D5

2 BR

835 sq. ft.

Adrian Popica

AED 550,000 (Ref # AP284585)

Dynamic environment 750 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP304140) Nina Pekina

Attractive investment opportunity 1070 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP251241) BH Green Community Office

Excellent value 861 sq. ft.

FOR RENT FROM AED 32,000

Florin Rusu

(Ref # AP304551)

(Ref # AP81819)

2000 sq. ft. AED 830,000 (Ref # AP259789)

1961 sq. ft.

Hannah Bakshani AED 935,000

Dynamic development

Dubailand, Skycourts Tower B

2 BR

Dubailand, Hamza Tower

1 BR

Dubailand, Golf Tower

2 BR

861 sq. ft.

AED 32,000

Scenic water view 1125 sq. ft.

AED 40,000

Excellent value 980 sq. ft.

AED 45,000

AED 55,000

Live with a view to inspire

(Ref # AP302467) Wageda Wilkinson

Dubailand, Uptown MotorCity

1 BR

Dubailand, The Diamond

2 BR

Dubailand, Layan Apartments

2 BR

Dubailand, Newbridge Hill Two

2 BR

907 sq. ft.

AED 55,000

Amazing value 1105 sq. ft.

AED 65,000

AED 69,000

Premier location 1879 sq. ft.

AED 73,000

Friendly neighborhood AED 93,000

Dubailand, Newbridge Hill Two

2 BR

AED 94,000

Dubai Investment Park, 2 BR 1757 sq. ft. AED 1,200,000 (Ref # AP157921) Garden West Apartments Picturesque surroundings Rene Neil Dsouza

Arabian Ranches, Gazelle / Al Reem 3

2 BR

Dubai Investment Park, 2 BR 1629 sq. ft. AED 1,200,000 (Ref # AP57336) Lake Apartments Captivating environment Juliana Grebenchshikova

Arabian Ranches, Gazelle / Al Reem 2

2 BR

Dubai Investment Park, 2 BR 1576 sq. ft.

North West Apartments Excellent value

Arabian Ranches, Palmera 1

2 BR

Arabian Ranches, Palmera 2

2 BR

Arabian Ranches, Gazelle / Al Reem 1

2 BR

Arabian Ranches, Palmera 2

2 BR

Arabian Ranches, Gazelle / Al Reem 3

3 BR

Dubai Investment Park, Ritaj - Block G

3 BR

Dubailand, Sector 2 - 8D6

3 BR

Arabian Ranches, Gazelle / Al Reem 1

2 BR

Arabian Ranches, Palmera 3

2 BR

May 2012

1154 sq. ft.

Premier location

AED 957,705

Florin Rusu (Ref # AP81891) Wael Gomaa

AED 1,300,000 (Ref # AP305445) Partha Reddy

2626 sq. ft. AED 1,350,000 (Ref # AP301736)

Brand new

Nicole Burt

1800 sq. ft. AED 1,366,374 (Ref # AP81879)

Premier location

Wael Gomaa

1880 sq. ft. AED 1,650,000 (Ref # VI284841)

Easy living 1889 sq. ft.

Easy living

Anne Marie Kellond AED 1,699,995 (Ref # VI66584) Sue Verster

2561 sq. ft.

AED 100,000

Home sweet home 1691 sq. ft.

AED 110,000

AED 120,000

Rene Neil Dsouza (Ref # AP282408)

(Ref # APM290620) Sahali Saleem (Ref # AP305412)

(Ref # APM301881) Masuma Noorani (Ref # APM263000)

(Ref # APM301720) Masuma Noorani (Ref # VI275095)

(Ref # VI171840)

(Ref # VI304760) Adrian Popica

AED 120,000

Ready to move in

(Ref # VI305279) Anne Marie Kellond

1880 sq. ft. AED 125,000

Friendly neighborhood 1889 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP304020)

Sue Verster

Ideal family living 1889 sq. ft.

Wageda Wilkinson

Sue Verster

Just move in 1889 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP230867)

Sahali Saleem

Friendly neighborhood 1691 sq. ft.

Tarek Gouda

BH Dubai North

Dubai Investment Park, 2 BR 1567 sq. ft.

GC Phase 2 West Affordable luxury

2002 sq. ft. AED 950,000 (Ref # AP301912)

Competitive price, call now

(Ref # AP50640)

Binu Abraham

Fully furnished apartment 1342 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP305282) Moin Jehanzeb

Property at budget prices 1571 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP305798) Moin Jehanzeb

Dubai Investment Park, 1 BR 924 sq. ft. AED 55,000 Anne Marie Kellond South West Apartments Bright and inviting residence

Wael Gomaa

An investors dream!

1 BR

(Ref # AP303886)

Nicole Burt

Premier location

Dubailand, Skycourts Tower C

AED 140,000

(Ref # VI284841) BH Green Community Office (Ref # VI172763)

Meticulously planned development Katarina Geenen 2179 sq. ft.

A desirable address

AED 145,000

(Ref # VI170650) Sunil Pravin Jhaveri

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Palm Jumeirah

PALM JUMEIRAH

The Palm Jumeirah, currently the world’s largest man-made island, is surrounded by a vast breakwater barrier, and kitted out with an artificial reef. It’s home to a mix of towers and beautiful villas which offer a small stretch of beach. The numerous hotels on the island also make for first class entertainment facilities.

FOR SALE Exclusive to Better Homes

AL KHUDRAWI (B6) THE PALM JUMEIRAH Live by the beach Halyna Kuznetsova (Ref # AP304656)

AL ANBARA (B12) THE PALM JUMEIRAH Sophisticated waterfront community Daria Lyubimova (Ref # AP304329)

Exclusive to Better Homes

AED 3,000,000

AL SULTANA (B3)

AED 2,100,000

OCEANA - SOUTHERN

3 BR 2159 sq. ft.

3 BR 2182 sq. ft.

THE PALM JUMEIRAH A prestigious address Ali Tabrizi (Ref # AP231006)

THE PALM JUMEIRAH Superior location Elen Manukyan (Ref # AP103223)

AED 1,790,000

OCEANA - CARIBBEAN

AED 3,150,000

GOLDEN MILE B10

AED 1,950,000

GOLDEN MILE B9

1 BR 1173 sq. ft.

2 BR 1709 sq. ft.

THE PALM JUMEIRAH Uncompromising luxury Nina Pekina (Ref # AP291129)

THE PALM JUMEIRAH Affordable luxury Fabio Lombardi (Ref # AP301703)

AED 3,100,000

2 BR 1743 sq. ft.

AED 1,617,000

2 BR 2031 sq. ft.

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FAIRMONT PALM RESIDENCE

AED 8,080,000

THE PALM JUMEIRAH Wide range of retail, entertainment and dining Svetlana Gorbach (Ref # AP74322)

May 2012

4 BR 3242 sq. ft.

MARINA RESIDENCE 6 THE PALM JUMEIRAH Amazing value Sharon Sweet (Ref # AP303762)

2 BR 1764 sq. ft.

THE PALM JUMEIRAH Great family home Sachin Das (Ref # AP303658)

AED 3,500,000

3 BR 4300 sq. ft.

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Exclusive to Better Homes

AL ANBARA (B12) THE PALM JUMEIRAH Exclusive property Robert Kerr (Ref # AP19545)

FOR RENT

AL HAMRI (B19) THE PALM JUMEIRAH World class development Syed Wajih Uddin Ahmed (Ref # AP170598)

OCEANA - AEGEAN THE PALM JUMEIRAH Dynamic development Rami Abi Faraj (Ref # AP285393)

AED 120,000

2 BR 1589 sq. ft.

AL HAMRI (B19) THE PALM JUMEIRAH A stunning family home Nicholas Winter (Ref # AP64200)

AED 320,000

4 BR 4917 sq. ft.

AED 120,000

2 BR 1474 sq. ft.

AED 220,000

3 BR 2248 sq. ft.

CANAL COVE THE PALM JUMEIRAH Spacious with great finishes Deborah Staines (Ref # VI305572)

AED 400,000

4 BR 5046 sq. ft.

ASK THE AGENT TAREQ GOUDA, RESIDENTIAL CONSULTANT, HEAD OFFICE Despite high class villa developments across the emirates of Dubai, Jumeirah and Umm Suqiem remains the center of attraction with continuous development of new and refurbishment of old villa’s, buying/selling in the area is now affordable as small 4 bedroom can start from 5,000,000 million onwards, rents have witnessed an increase of almost 7% in the last quarter while demand remains high, rates starts from 200K onwards for a suitable family home with facilities that include swimming pool, gym and children play area.

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Palm Jumeirah

PALM JUMEIRAH - BEST OF THE REST...

If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for, scour the list below and simply call us on +971 600 52 2212 once you’ve found your perfect home, quoting the relevant reference number listed. Happy hunting!

FOR SALE FROM AED 1,550,000

FOR RENT FROM AED 130,000

The Palm Jumeirah, Golden Mile B4

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Al 1 BR 1184 sq. ft. AED 130,000 Das Apartments (B10) A desirable address

(Ref # AP264044)

The Palm Jumeirah, Golden Mile B9

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Tiara - Sapphire

1 BR

(Ref # AP264960)

The Palm Jumeirah, Jash Falqa (B4)

1 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Al Sarood (B13)

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Al Basri (B1)

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Al Shahla (B16)

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Marina Residence 5

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Tiara - Tanzanite

1 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Al Shahla (B16)

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Tiara - Amber

1 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Al Khushkar (B20)

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Marina Residence 1

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Marina Residence 2

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Marina Residence 6

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Tiara - Tanzanite

1 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Golden Mile B1

3 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Al Shahla (B16)

3 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Oceana - Caribbean

1 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Al Hamri (B19)

3 BR

1787 sq. ft.

AED 1,550,000 (Ref # AP304017)

An investors dream!

1787 sq. ft.

Tara Neslihan Jordan AED 1,600,000 (Ref # AP303665)

A desirable address 1145 sq. ft.

Tulay Ozcan AED 1,750,000 (Ref # AP303870)

Stunning view of the sea 1646 sq. ft.

Nina Pekina

AED 1,800,000 (Ref # AP169394)

Beachfront living at an attractive price Bilal Khan 1981 sq. ft.

AED 1,811,700

Understated luxury 1583 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP10541) Megan Smith

AED 1,900,000 (Ref # AP304331)

Looking for lifestyle?

Daria Lyubimova

2055 sq. ft. AED 1,900,000 (Ref # AP178962) Sharon Sweet

A desirable address 1851 sq. ft.

AED 2,000,000 (Ref # AP295582)

Understated luxury

Pravin Patrick DMello

2044 sq. ft. AED 2,150,000 (Ref # AP279642)

A desirable address 1309 sq. ft.

Sharon Sweet AED 2,190,084 (Ref # AP300622)

Live by the beach

Better Homes JLT

2454 sq. ft. AED 2,200,000 (Ref # AP301146)

Property at budget prices 2180 sq. ft.

Thomas Bunker

AED 2,250,000 (Ref # AP242703)

Beachfront living at an attractive price Mohammad Khalid Khan 1339 sq. ft.

AED 2,300,000 (Ref # AP228469)

5 Star hotel living with everything you need Elen Manukyan 2260 sq. ft. AED 2,300,000 (Ref # AP302437)

A desirable address

Sharon Sweet

1307 sq. ft.

AED 135,000

Brand new luxury apartments 1646 sq. ft.

AED 135,000

A host of facilities 1646 sq. ft.

AED 135,000

(Ref # AP173219)

(Ref # AP77689) Sharon Sweet

AED 140,000

The jewel in the crown 1307 sq. ft.

Sharon Sweet

Better Homes JLT

Affordable luxury 1309 sq. ft.

Sharon Sweet

AED 140,000

The jewel in the crown 1808 sq. ft. AED 145,000

A stunning family home

(Ref # AP305526) Sharon Sweet (Ref # AP264322) Sharon Sweet (Ref # AP304152) Better Homes JLT

The Palm Jumeirah, Al 2 BR 1646 sq. ft. AED 149,000 (Ref # AP258998) Das Apartments (B10) Beachfront living at an attractive price Sharon Sweet The Palm Jumeirah, Al Khudrawi (B6)

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Tiara - Sapphire

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Tiara - Sapphire

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Al Hamri (B19)

3 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Al Basri (B1)

3 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Oceana - Atlantic

2 BR

1551 sq. ft.

AED 160,000

Excellent value 1957 sq. ft.

Partha Reddy AED 175,000

Brand new luxury apartments 1712 sq. ft.

AED 180,000

Brand new luxury apartments 2260 sq. ft. AED 180,000

A prestigious address 2260 sq. ft. AED 180,000

Understated luxury 1955 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP305440)

(Ref # AP264970) Sharon Sweet (Ref # AP264972) Sharon Sweet (Ref # AP275652) Sharon Sweet (Ref # AP224451) Partha Reddy

AED 190,000

(Ref # AP305741)

5 Star hotel living with everything you need Sharon Sweet

2 BR 1853 sq. ft. AED 2,515,000 (Ref # AP286278) The Palm Jumeirah, Fairmont Palm Residence Inspection will impress Svetlana Gorbach

The Palm Jumeirah, Al 2 BR 2055 sq. ft. AED 190,000 Das Apartments (B10) A desirable address

2 BR 2024 sq. ft. AED 2,750,000 (Ref # AP303191) The Palm Jumeirah, Fairmont Palm Residence Excellent value Liudmila Shapedko

The Palm Jumeirah, Al 3 BR 2260 sq. ft. AED 200,000 (Ref # AP253769) Das Apartments (B10) A prestigious address Sharon Sweet

The Palm Jumeirah, Al Hatimi (B5)

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Kempinski Residence

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Oceana - Baltic

2 BR

The Palm Jumeirah, Tiara - Amber

3 BR

May 2012

1582 sq. ft.

A motivated seller!

1743 sq. ft.

Superior location

AED 2,800,000 (Ref # AP174169) Thomas Bunker AED 2,800,000 (Ref # AP103230) BH Dubai Marina

(Ref # AP277058) Sharon Sweet

2002 sq. ft. AED 220,000 (Ref # AP295824)

Self-contained development

Halyna Kuznetsova

2543 sq. ft. AED 230,000 (Ref # AP264314)

Brand new luxury apartments

Sharon Sweet

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DOWNTOWN

Home to some of the city’s most iconic, world-class landmarks such as Burj Khalifa, The Address Downtown and The Dubai Mall, this district features exquisite and aweinspiring living spaces from exclusive high-rise apartments at The Residences and South Ridge to the traditional Arabesque homes of The Old Town. With world-class amenities, waterfront walkways and vibrant market squares, Downtown is a great place to live.

FOR SALE

THE RESIDENCES T1 DOWNTOWN DUBAI Extensive Array of amenities Deborah Staines (Ref # AP215140)

AED 2,400,000

2 BR 1431 sq. ft.

EXECUTIVE TOWER M

AED 2,900,000

3 BR 3272 sq. ft.

BUSINESS BAY Amazing value Roy Yacoub (Ref # AP48079)

Exclusive to Better Homes

THE LOFTS

AED 846,000

1 BR 705 sq. ft.

DOWNTOWN DUBAI Privileged location Tarek Gouda (Ref # AP303789)

THE RESIDENCES VILLAS DOWNTOWN DUBAI

AED 6,000,000 3 BR 2308 sq. ft.

Perfect vistas Nick Nuziale (Ref # VI299772)

WORLD TRADE CENTRE RESIDENCE AED 5,858,000 TRADE CENTRE Experience the height of luxury Rabih Hankir (Ref # AP301621)

THE ADDRESS DOWNTOWN DUBAI AED 6,592,888

4 BR 3617 sq. ft.

DOWNTOWN DUBAI 5 Star hotel living with everything you need Mohammad Khalid Khan (Ref # AP288113)

2 BR 1732 sq. ft.

Exclusive to Better Homes

BURJ KHALIFA - ARMANI RESIDENCES AED 29,117,888 DOWNTOWN DUBAI Fully furnished with style and class Rita Mouawad (Ref # AP278035)

2 BR 2237 sq. ft.

WORLD TRADE CENTRE RESIDENCE AED 2,030,000 TRADE CENTRE 5 Star hotel living with everything you need Liudmila Shapedko (Ref # AP177396)

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2 BR 1249 sq. ft.

YANSOON 8 DOWNTOWN DUBAI A prestigious address Conny Mathei (Ref # AP285145)

AED 3,038,110

3 BR 1766 sq. ft.

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Downtown

BURJ KHALIFA DOWNTOWN DUBAI Experience heights of luxury Tarek Gouda (Ref # AP287353)

FOR RENT Exclusive to Better Homes

ZANZEBEEL 3

BUSINESS BAY Spacious living Mohammad Mukram (Ref # AP305027)

SKY GARDENS (DIFC) DIFC A desirable address Murad Ali Dib (Ref # APM291115)

May 2012

1 BR 986 sq. ft.

THE RESIDENCES W3 DOWNTOWN DUBAI High-profile environment Riazuddin Ahmed (Ref # AP238271)

AED 140,000

2 BR 1367 sq. ft.

Exclusive to Better Homes

AED 90,000

DOWNTOWN DUBAI Wide range of retail, entertainment and dining Wafa Ghannam (Ref # AP229577)

EXECUTIVE TOWER K

AED 120,000

1 BR 969 sq. ft.

SOUTH RIDGE 4 DOWNTOWN DUBAI Amazing value Better Homes Head Office (Ref # AP178658)

AED 91,000

1 BR 952 sq. ft.

PARK TOWER A DIFC Uncompromising luxury Yasmeen Buzari (Ref # AP304155)

AED 105,000

1 BR 1019 sq. ft.

AED 128,000

3 BR 2250 sq. ft.

AED 375,000

3 BR 4714 sq. ft.

LIMESTONE HOUSE DIFC Varied architectural styles Binu Abraham (Ref # AP299750)

AED 210,000

3 BR 2002 sq. ft.

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DOWNTOWN - BEST OF THE REST...

If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for, scour the list below and simply call us on +971 600 52 2212 once you’ve found your perfect home, quoting the relevant reference number listed. Happy hunting!

FOR SALE FROM AED 400,000

FOR RENT FROM AED 40,000

Business Bay, Scala Tower

Studio 491 sq. ft.

Business Bay, Hamilton Residency

Studio 533 sq. ft.

Business Bay, Churchill Residency

1 BR

Business Bay, Hamilton Residency

1 BR

Business Bay, Churchill Residency

2 BR

Business Bay, Windsor Manor

1 BR

Business Bay, Executive Tower B

1 BR

DIFC, Fendi Apartments - Sky Gardens

Studio 556 sq. ft.

DIFC, The Index (One Central Park)

1 BR

DIFC, Park Tower B

1 BR

Downtown Dubai, The Lofts - East

1 BR

DIFC, The Index (One Central Park)

1 BR

Downtown Dubai, Miska 2

1 BR

Business Bay, Executive Tower B

1 BR

DIFC, Park Tower A

1 BR

Trade Centre, Al Meraikhi 1

2 BR

Business Bay, Mayfair Tower

2 BR

Business Bay, Churchill Residency

2 BR

Downtown Dubai, Zanzebeel 3

2 BR

DIFC, The Index (One Central Park)

1 BR

Business Bay, Executive Tower K

2 BR

Trade Centre, Habtoor Residence

2 BR

Downtown Dubai, Burj Al Nujoom

2 BR

DIFC, Sky Gardens (DIFC)

2 BR

Business Bay, Executive Tower M

2 BR

Downtown Dubai, Yansoon 2

2 BR

AED 400,000 (Ref # AP298929)

A motivated seller!

983 sq. ft.

Liudmila Shapedko AED 750,575

Ambitious initiative 1307 sq. ft.

Roy Yacoub AED 1,000,125 (Ref # AP301746)

Ambitious initiative 1356 sq. ft.

Roy Yacoub AED 1,150,000 (Ref # AP303694)

Spacious living 893 sq. ft.

Tarek Gouda AED 1,150,000 (Ref # AP299995)

Competitive price, call now 869 sq. ft.

Pravin Patrick DMello

AED 1,161,000 (Ref # AP281252)

Central and prestigious location 976 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP285422)

Wassim Abdallah

AED 1,184,000 (Ref # AP305023)

A prestigious address

Rene Neil Dsouza

1066 sq. ft. AED 1,195,000 (Ref # AP45085)

Exceptional deal!

1584 sq. ft.

Megan Smith AED 1,349,999 (Ref # AP76692)

Inspection will impress

Bilal Khan

1404 sq. ft. AED 1,400,000 (Ref # AP71239)

A motivated seller!

1283 sq. ft.

Sana Hajjar AED 1,450,000 (Ref # AP304335)

Ambitious initiative 1561 sq. ft.

Robert Kerr AED 1,500,000 (Ref # AP302055)

Brand new luxury apartments 1506 sq. ft.

David Lawes

AED 1,520,000 (Ref # AP302217)

A motivated seller!

Liudmila Shapedko

AED 40,000

A place to call home 938 sq. ft.

Niral Jhaveri AED 54,000

A place to call home 1147 sq. ft.

AED 60,000

AED 73,000

AED 78,000

Everything you ever wanted AED 80,000

Premier location 900 sq. ft.

AED 80,000

AED 80,000

AED 80,000

Partha Reddy (Ref # AP305297)

(Ref # AP239885)

(Ref # APM200445)

(Ref # AP65556) BH Head Office

AED 85,000

Premier location

(Ref # AP305300) Riazuddin Ahmed

1400 sq. ft. AED 90,000

A lush oasis 1193 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP305443)

Payal Monteiro

Glimmering lakeside view 900 sq. ft.

Rasha Moslyh

Florence Roche

Excellent value 1307 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP302946)

Riazuddin Ahmed

Ready to move in 1228 sq. ft.

(Ref # AP225369) Rasha Moslyh

Experience heights of luxury

900 sq. ft.

(Ref # APM304695) Niral Jhaveri

Excellent value

1075 sq. ft.

(Ref # APM304742)

(Ref # AP305324) Robert Kerr

AED 91,200

A desirable address

(Ref # APM277695) Murad Ali Dib

3 BR 2201 sq. ft. AED 110,000 Trade Centre, Aspin Royal Residence Central and prestigious location

(Ref # AP304949) Binu Abraham

Downtown Dubai, The Lofts - West

2 BR

Rene Neil Dsouza

A prestigious address

Florence Roche

Downtown Dubai, Burj 2 BR 1348 sq. ft. AED 1,651,652 (Ref # AP257699) Views A - West Tower Competitive price, call now Thomas Bunker

Business Bay, Executive Tower K

3 BR

(Ref # AP305027)

Business Bay, Executive Tower F

3 BR

Trade Centre, The Monarch Dubai

Studio 810 sq. ft.

Business Bay, Executive Tower H

3 BR

Business Bay, Executive Tower J

4 BR

Downtown Dubai, Yansoon 6

3 BR

Business Bay, Executive Tower J

3 BR

1213 sq. ft.

AED 1,605,251 (Ref # AP70639)

A desirable address

2035 sq. ft. AED 2,035,000 (Ref # AP305056)

Attractive investment opportunity

Tarek Gouda

2088 sq. ft. AED 2,150,000 (Ref # AP299030)

A great family option 1876 sq. ft.

Aneliya Miladinova

AED 2,650,000 (Ref # AP293826)

One of the Best Deals in the Market Wassim Abdallah

Property prices change frequently. Please visit bhomes.com for the most up-to-date pricing.

1224 sq. ft.

AED 120,000

2250 sq. ft. AED 128,000

Spacious living

Mohammad Mukram AED 150,000

Ultra luxury units

(Ref # AP305448) Tarek Gouda

2450 sq. ft. AED 155,000

Inspection will impress

(Ref # AP294479) Shashi Mashruwala

2878 sq. ft. AED 175,000

Excellent finish

(Ref # AP305630)

(Ref # AP294783) Tarek Gouda

More listings at bhomes.com

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Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI

The first batch of the capital’s long list of world-class developments are being handed over to end-users as Abu Dhabi enters a new, exciting phase. Our dedicated Better Homes office in the capital houses a team of in-the-know staff who can talk you through our unrivalled selection of homes to choose from.

FOR SALE

AL MUNEERA AL RAHA BEACH Exceptional deal!

Maria Eduarda Silveira (Ref # AP305768)

AL NASEEM C AL RAHA BEACH Ready to move in Imran Ellam (Ref # AP304267)

AED 812,300

1 BR 859 sq. ft.

AED 3,300,000

3 BR 2441 sq. ft.

AL MUNEERA

AED 1,450,000

AL MUNEERA

AL ZEINA - RESIDENTIAL TOWERS AED 2,407,708

AL MUNEERA

AL RAHA BEACH A place to call home Imran Ellam (Ref # AP304396)

AL RAHA BEACH Stunning sea views Natalya Sapronova (Ref # AP304105)

2 BR 1557 sq. ft.

3 BR 2165 sq. ft.

AL RAHA BEACH An entertainers delight Lina Bayazid Siada (Ref # AP302352)

Exclusive to Better Homes

MARINA HEIGHTS II

AED 950,672

1 BR 897 sq. ft.

AED 1,154,340

1 BR 859 sq. ft.

OCEAN TERRACE RESIDENCE

AL REEM ISLAND

AL REEM ISLAND

AED 915,600

AED 1,350,000

1 BR 872 sq. ft.

Enjoy life with style Natalya Sapronova (Ref # AP277628)

2 BR 1346 sq. ft.

Competitive price, call now Maria Eduarda Silveira (Ref # AP260033)

AL MUNEERA AL RAHA BEACH Ideal family living Imran Ellam (Ref # VI305821)

May 2012

AL RAHA BEACH Sophisticated waterfront community Natalya Sapronova (Ref # AP304296)

AED 4,891,000

4 BR 4734 sq. ft.

Found your perfect property? Contact us on +971 600 52 2212

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Exclusive to Better Homes

SHEIKH SULTAN BUILDING RAWDHAT Price negotiable Better Homes Abu Dhabi (Ref # AP304684)

FOR RENT

AED 95,000

2 BR 944 sq. ft.

AL MUNEERA

AED 85,000

1 BR 896 sq. ft.

AL RAHA BEACH Property at budget prices Jamal Azzam (Ref # AP302815)

Exclusive to Better Homes

AL SEEF COMPOUND AL MATAR Privileged location Better Homes Abu Dhabi (Ref # AP289245)

AL MUNEERA AL RAHA BEACH A stunning family home Imran Ellam (Ref # VI297192)

AED 170,000

3 BR 1701 sq. ft.

AL MUNEERA AL RAHA BEACH Fully upgraded property Natalya Sapronova (Ref # VI305580)

AED 350,000

4 BR 6919 sq. ft.

BTB VILLAS BETWEEN THE TWO BRIDGES Central and prestigious location Better Homes Abu Dhabi (Ref # VI305415)

AED 320,000

6 BR 8393 sq. ft.

AED 300,000

4 BR 5155 sq. ft.

SUN TOWER AL REEM ISLAND

AED 90,000 1 BR 970 sq. ft.

Dynamic environment Maria Eduarda Silveira (Ref # AP302029)

AL ZEINA - RESIDENTIAL TOWERS AL RAHA BEACH Empowering atmosphere Alfiya Musina (Ref # AP304631)

Property prices change frequently. Please visit bhomes.com for the most up-to-date pricing.

AED 140,000

2 BR 1754 sq. ft.

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OTHER DISTRICTS

Are you a tenant on the hunt for a great offer but haven’t found anything that suits you yet? This section is designed to bring you the best of the rest in Dubai, a selection of unbeatable properties, available for rent, which are positioned outside the main freehold districts of Dubai, but are in areas that are becoming increasingly popular with a wide variety of tenants.

For Sale

Exclusive to Better Homes

For Sale

For Sale

TOWN HOUSES MIRDIF Privileged location Roy Yacoub (Ref # VI303894)

AED 2,400,000

3 BR 2500 sq. ft.

For Sale

FOXHILL 4 DUBAILAND Captivating environment Sana Hajjar (Ref # AP292627)

AED 1,220,120

1 BR 1465 sq. ft.

Exclusive to Better Homes

GARDEN APARTMENTS MIRDIF Competitive price, call now Roy Yacoub (Ref # AP305424)

AED 1,100,000

2 BR 1607 sq. ft.

IC1-MOR-I9 INTERNATIONAL CITY Easy living Sana Hajjar (Ref # AP295419)

Exclusive to Better Homes

Exclusive to Better Homes

For Rent

For Rent

BAB AL BAHR MARJAN ISLAND Beachfront living at an attractive price Sana Hajjar (Ref # AP304736)

AED 18,000

STUDIO 436 sq. ft.

For Rent

AED 250,000

1 BR 716 sq. ft.

CLOVER CREEK HOTEL APARTMENTS AED 85,000 DEIRA A prestigious address Sana Hajjar (Ref # AP303841)

1 BR 850 sq. ft.

For Rent

For Rent

MHL BUILDING DEIRA Spacious living Sana Hajjar (Ref # AP301974)

May 2012

AED 110,000

4 BR 2900 sq. ft.

RUBY RESIDENCE DUBAI SILICON OASIS One of the Best Deals in the Market Binu Abraham (Ref # AP82972)

AED 36,000

1 BR 800 sq. ft.

AMA VILLAS MIRDIF A stunning family home Arsalan Qazal (Ref # VI304196)

AED 130,000

4 BR 3000 sq. ft.

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Commercial

COMMERCIAL

Offering leasing and sales brokering services for commercial properties, Better Homes can help you find the best place or financial return for your business. Our international network, considerable market experience and sophisticated data system ensures that the requirements of both occupants and landlords are fully met.

FOR SALE

LAKE VIEW TOWER JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS An investors dream!

Better Homes Commercial Advisory (Ref # REM284745)

AED 694,920 695 sq. ft.

EMIRATES FINANCIAL TOWER DIFC Modern infrastructure and facilities Better Homes Commercial Advisory (Ref # OF302073)

AED 3,760,200 2089 sq. ft.

THE PRISM BUSINESS BAY Competitive price, call now Better Homes Commercial Advisory (Ref # OF302064)

AED 824,733 1113 sq. ft.

ONE LAKE PLAZA JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS

AED 662,400

1104 sq. ft.

Amazing value Kathryn Farooqui (Ref # OF303566)

LE SOLARIUM DUBAI SILICON OASIS Aesthetic appeal Better Homes Commercial Advisory (Ref # OF301987)

AED 669,460 1339 sq. ft.

LIBERTY HOUSE DIFC Affordable luxury Better Homes Commercial Advisory (Ref # OF297057)

AED 1,400,560 976 sq. ft.

Exclusive to Better Homes

GROSVENOR BUSINESS TOWER TECOM Premium amenities Violet Nasouti (Ref # OF292592)

May 2012

AED 1,249,184 1516 sq. ft.

FORTUNE EXECUTIVE TOWER JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS An investors dream!

Better Homes Commercial Advisory (Ref # OF26632)

AED 470,900 1108 sq. ft.

WAREHOUSE (S30812) JEBEL ALI Excellent value Akshata Shetty (Ref # WH303947)

AED 39,000,800 152972 sq. ft.

Thinking of making a commercial investment? Call + 971 600 52 2212

AL KHAIMAH BUILDING DEIRA Prized location Akshata Shetty (Ref # OF303084)

FOR RENT

MARINA PLAZA DUBAI MARINA Elegant finishing Better Homes Commercial Advisory (Ref # OF300922)

CRYSTAL TOWER BUSINESS BAY Competitive price, call now Tessa Honorica Lowe (Ref # OF297949)

BOULEVARD PLAZA TOWER 1 DOWNTOWN DUBAI Dynamic development Better Homes Commercial Advisory (Ref # OF77692)

AED 646,200 4308 sq. ft.

LIBERTY HOUSE DIFC Engineering marvel Better Homes Commercial Advisory (Ref # OF300319)

AED 1,020,000 12000 sq. ft.

AED 274,080 1713 sq. ft.

EMIRATES FINANCIAL TOWER DIFC Modern infrastructure and facilities Better Homes Commercial Advisory (Ref # OF302052)

CHURCHILL EXECUTIVE BUSINESS BAY Ready to move in Abdul Rahman (Ref # OF299014)

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AED 595,620 3309 sq. ft.

AED 74,560 932 sq. ft.

AED 93,850 1877 sq. ft.

AED 512,000 4096 sq. ft.

AL REEM TOWER DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK Competitive price, call now Better Homes Commercial Advisory (Ref # OF305343)

Property prices change frequently. Please visit bhomes.com for the most up-to-date pricing.

AED 38,096 847 sq. ft.

More listings at bhomes.com

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Commercial Breakdown 1GB = 5.92 AED 1 USD = 3.67 AED 1 EURO = 4.78 AED PRICES PER SQ/FT Sales Index Report - April2012 Conversion rates correct at time of press

EXCHANGE RATE SERVICE OFFERING Save your money when changing your money. Get currency exchanged through Better Homes – call 04 407 4600

Statistics based on Better Homes’ sales and rental figures for the previous six months.

Rentals OFFICE COMMUNITY

MIN PRICE

MAX PRICE

AVG PRICE

MIN PRICE/ SQ.FT

MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

AL AWIR DISTRICT

Dubai Silicon Oasis

40,680

130,515

85,598

45

55

50

DEIRA DISTRICT

Deira

42,420

2,225,000

1,133,710

70

100

85

DOWNTOWN DISTRICT

Downtown Burj Dubai

565,950

1,047,420

806,685

150

180

165

Trade Centre

135,090

1,957,600

1,046,345

95

160

128

Jumeirah Lake Towers

27,850

904,800

466,325

50

100

75

Tecom

105,360

3,615,325

1,860,343

120

175

148

Business Bay

42,140

1,224,900

633,520

70

90

80

Al Quoz / SZR

32,285

397,050

214,668

55

75

65

COMMUNITY

MIN PRICE

MAX PRICE

AVG PRICE

MIN PRICE/ SQ.FT

MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

AL AWIR DISTRICT

International City

26,880

181,125

104,003

35

45

40

BUR DUBAI DISTRICT

DHCC

163,500

202,740

183,120

125

155

140

DEIRA DISTRICT

Deira

1,471,500

2,043,750

1,757,625

90

125

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EMIRATES LIVING DISTRICT

MEYDAN DISTRICT

RETAIL

EMIRATES LIVING DISTRICT

Barsha

66,060

456,000

261,030

90

120

105

Jumeirah Lake Towers

42,840

445,080

243,960

90

120

105

Al Quoz

232,000

1,319,000

775,500

80

100

90

COMMUNITY

MIN PRICE

MAX PRICE

AVG PRICE

MIN PRICE/ SQ.FT

MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

DUBAILAND DISTRICT

Dubai Investment Park

113,320

1,625,000

869,160

20

25

23

MEYDAN DISTRICT

Al Quoz

72,500

696,570

384,535

25

30

28

COMMUNITY

MIN PRICE

MAX PRICE

AVG PRICE

MIN PRICE/ SQ.FT

MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

DOWNTOWN DISTRICT

DIFC

1,756,800

20,258,000

11,007,400

1,800

2,200

2,000

DUBAILAND DISTRICT

Dubailand

525,800

689,375

607,588

550

700

625

INTERNATIONAL CITY DISTRICT

Dubai Silicon Oasis

538,000

736,450

637,225

500

600

550

MEYDAN DISTRICT

WAREHOUSE

Sales OFFICE

MARINA EMIRATES LIVING DISTRICT

Jumeirah Lake Towers

403,500

8,382,500

4,393,000

500

900

700

Dubai Marina

1,650,000

6,494,600

4,072,300

1,200

1,600

1,400

TECOM

619,200

19,155,000

9,887,100

800

1,200

1,000

COMMUNITY

MIN PRICE

MAX PRICE

AVG PRICE

MIN PRICE/ SQ.FT

MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

Business Bay

2,756,000

3,392,000

3,074,000

1,300

1,600

1,450

COMMUNITY

MIN PRICE

MAX PRICE

AVG PRICE

MIN PRICE/ SQ.FT

MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

Jebel Ali

6,970,000

60,000,000

33,485,000

170

250

210

RETAIL

EMIRATES LIVING DISTRICT

WAREHOUSE

JEBEL ALI DISTRICT

May 2012

Better Interiors

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Better Interiors

News, views and ideas to help style your home Nadine Kassem Khoury

Managing Partner of Dubai boutique O’de Rose, Nadine takes interiors inspiration from all over the world My style is colourful, quirky and eclectic – home interiors are my passion, and I’m often inspired by the collections that I see on my travels.

Wow your party guests with this stand-out dining set, created by revered furniture designer and artist Karim Rashid. Functional yet funky, the Ottawa collection features natural colours, slim silhouettes and sturdy woods. Smooth finishes add a sensual touch – the designs are cutting-edge, and they’re practical and comfortable too. The range includes a sleek extendable table in a light oak or glossy white finish, with room for up to 14 people, and leaf-shaped dining chairs in a variety of hues and textures. Available now from BoConcept, boconcept.ae

MAY IS ALL ABOUT… a glint of gold Give your home the Midas touch with these gold-coloured treasures

Ceramic vase Homes R Us, AED49

Aeminium lantern Zara Home, AED275

Picture frame MAX Home Decor, AED27

READ ALL ABOUT IT

Many beautifully-designed pieces have come from the Middle East. Some great designers have picked up heritage crafts and modernised them – this is great for adding traditional touches to a room while keeping it elegant.

Art is my passion: I surround myself with paintings that I’ve been collecting throughout my life. Each one carries a dear memory – I smile every time I enter my house because I’m in love with all of the art and furniture that I see.

Living in a Nutshell Whether you’re decorating a tiny apartment or giving a maid’s room a new lease of life, this colourful book is bursting with ideas for small spaces. A minute living area needn’t look overstuffed – with a little ingenuity, you can make every inch earn its keep. Think petite furniture pieces, resourceful lighting and clever colours. Proof that limited space needn’t compromise style. amazon.com

I love India Mahdavi’s shop in Paris – she designs beautiful objects and art pieces. Her pieces are colourful, modern and use a mixture of materials – they’re effortlessly chic.

My favourite room is my living room.

It’s very bright and colourful, and is filled with art. It has a huge window overlooking our garden, which is where I spend most of my time with the kids.

My fuchsia Arabian Nights Nada Debs mirror is my favourite piece.

It embodies our Arabic heritage, and at the same time it’s quite contemporary.

I love the contradiction between the traditional mother of pearl inlay and the modern resin material. It also reminds me of The Louvre Museum...

I think my next purchase will be an Eero Saarinen marble oval dining table – I’ll put it next to my traditional wood and mother of pearl dresser.

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Crafty Capers Turn off the television and get creative – kids will love these arty masterpieces you can make together GORGEOUS GLASS-PAINTING

Shopping list…

1 thick clear glass item (tealight holder, cup, bottle) Glass paints and outliner paste Soft paint brushes

• • •

1. Draw shapes on the outside of the glass with outliner paste – try it free-hand, or sellotape a picture inside the glass to use as a template. Allow to dry.

2. Gently apply the glass paint, making sure to stay inside the lines. You only need a thin layer – hold it up to the light to check the intensity – and any mistakes can be wiped off quickly with a damp cotton bud.

3. Leave to dry, then fill with sweets, flowers or shells.

TOP TIP: Paint pretty designs on a jam jar and loop fishing wire around the top – now it’s a lovely hanging lantern

TREASURED TRINKET BOX Shopping list…

1 small wooden box Acrylic paints and brushes Crafting varnish and brush

• • •

1. Decide how you want to decorate the box – start small with a simple motif on the top, or go all-out with a big funky design. Use a pencil to sketch out the shapes on the wood.

2. Apply the acrylic paints to the box, starting from the top. When you’re happy, leave it to dry – remember to keep the box open, though, to stop the lid from getting stuck shut!

3. Using a large soft brush, apply the varnish over the top of your doodles.

Allow to dry.

4. The more coats of varnish you use, the sturdier and glossier your artwork will be.

TOP TIP: For a grown-up twist, get creative with decoupage: glue magazine cut-outs or maps to the box and cover with a few coats of varnish

‘Start small with a simple motif, or go all-out with a big funky design...’

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BEAUTIFUL BUNTING

Shopping list…

2 metres of ribbon 1 metre of fabric, or smaller pieces to mix and match Needle Thread to match fabric Pins Cardboard Cotton wool or wadding

• • • • • • •

FURRY FRIEND PHOTO FRAME

Shopping list…

1 medium-sized wooden flat photo frame with Perspex sheet (not glass) 1 metre of furry fabric Cardboard PVA glue Googly eyes Medium flat black button or bead 0.5 metre of ribbon, sequins and glitter spray (to decorate)

• • • • • • •

1. Draw a symmetrical heart-shape on the cardboard – a 13cm diameter is perfect – and cut out.

2. Lie the fabric face-down, and draw round the cardboard template with pencil. Cut out, and repeat 11 times.

3. Place one heart face-down and put a small amount of wadding or cotton wool on top. Cover with another heart (face-up), and pin the two shapes together.

4. Hand-sew simple running stitch along the edges, and sew a strip of fabric (1cm x 12cm) to the top.

5. Repeat this for the rest of the hearts, so you have six in total.

6. Sew the fabric strips to the ribbon at even intervals – and add more hearts if you like.

1. Draw two ear shapes on the cardboard (with an inch spare at the bottom), then cut them out – they can be whatever shape you like. Using the cardboard as a template, cut out the ears from the fabric, but leave that extra inch of cardboard uncovered. Glue the cardboard to the back of the fabric.

2. Place the furry fabric face-down on a flat surface. Remove the Perspex sheet and back cover from the frame, and apply a generous layer of glue to the front. Lie it face-down on the fabric and leave to dry.

3. When the glue is set, cut the fabric to fit the frame (remember to snip out the centre too), and glue the bottom of the cardboard ears to the back of the frame, with the fur facing forwards. Leave to dry.

4. With a dab of glue, attach the eyes and button nose to the top of the frame, and decorate with ribbon, sequins and a spritz of glitter spray.

COLOURFUL COAT HANGER

TOP TIP: Fasten photos and keepsakes to the ribbon with pegs or paperclips

Shopping list…

1 dry-cleaning hanger Lots of colourful beads with big holes Pliers PVA glue

• • • •

1. Gently unhook the hanger metal (but keep its shape), apply lots of glue to one end, and slide a big bead over the top.

2. When the glue is dry, thread on the rest of the beads and secure the final one with a big dab of glue.

3. Re-assemble the hanger with pliers.

TOP TIP: Use your rainbow creation to display pretty scarfs and jewellery

TOP TIP: Use frames of all shapes and sizes to create your own furry family

STUCK FOR SUPPLIES? Try these useful shops...

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Better Interiors

Better... Bedrooms

Whether you dream of simple pleasures or designer decadence, create a sanctuary to suit your style

Royal Furniture

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of your tastes, or opt for a subtle collection,

If you’ve got an eye for luxury, you’ll

When you’re decorating as a couple,

like this one, below, from Home Design

know the importance of beautiful

a neutral palette can prevent style

(homedesign.ae) and make a feature

textiles and quality finishes. Make an

squabbles – but it needn’t be boring. Keep

of a window or artwork instead. Keep

impression with a grand headboard (the

to natural hues or a colour family that

accessories personal to avoid too much of

eye is naturally drawn to the centre of

you both like, and make a statement with

a ‘show home’ feel – hang family photos

the bed) – the bigger the better, with

furniture instead. Still can’t agree? Hire

on a feature wall, and show off curios

dark wood and metallic touches. Think

an interior designer to combine the best

from your travels together.

mahogany, heavy quilted fabrics, and plenty of layering – like the collection from Royal Furniture (royalfurniture.ae) pictured above. Regal blues and deep purples create a majestic atmosphere, but stick to creamy off-whites if natural light is limited. Accessories and linens should be equally grandiose: gold-embellished lamps, crystal and thick velvets will tie this look together. If space is limited, keep artwork to a minimum – a few large mirrors in ornate frames (hung horizontally, at eye level) will create depth and lend a suitably lavish feel.

May 2012

Home Design

Better Interiors 65

FINISHING TOUCHES Pick up these arty adornments from Pan Emirates, panemirates.com

Turquoise vase, AED65

Zara Home

Black table lamp, AED369

Sculpture, AED419

RUSTIC RETREAT

to overlap rattan rugs with deep-pile

This outdoorsy look is all about natural

ones. On the walls, pale shades will

fibres, wood and fresh colours – and the

maximise natural light during the day,

more the merrier. We love this wrought

but be sure to invest in wooden table

iron headstand and woven side tables

lamps with neutral fabric shades for a

from Zara Home (zarahome.com), with

warm glow at night. If you enjoy rooting

an eclectic mix of linens. Be creative with

around in flea markets and souks, this is

mix-and-match sheets: florals, vibrant

the bedroom for you – its charm lies in its

greens and earthy tones will create a

eclecticism, so your assorted hoarde of

cool, fresh feel. Shabby-chic layering

knick-knacks will be right at home (visit

is the key to this style, so stock up on

Dubai Flea Market – dubai-fleamarket.

throws and cushions, and don’t be afraid

com – to find more...)

‘This look will never date, but look to the future by embracing technology – and create a room with real wow-factor’

CONTEMPORARY CHIC Sleek white leather, smooth marble, and slate-coloured walls... this look will never date, but look to the future by embracing technology – and create a room with real wow-factor. This Beethoven Bed from Freedom (freedom.com.au), left, features a flat-screen television which rises from the foot of the bed at the touch of a remote control. There’s space for a DVD player and digital box too, so you can enjoy your favourite films in comfort – and when you’re done, the screen is concealed inside the bed. Adorn bedside tables with touch-operated dimmer lamps from Ikea (ikea.com), and splash out on remote-controlled blinds from interior

Freedom

design company Couture (couture.ae).

66 Better Interiors

Practical solutions for domestic dilemmas

How do I...

Avoid allergic attacks?

The summer months bring conditions that are rife with allergens – fight back with these five simple tips

A BREATH OF FRESH AIR

Investing in an air purifier can soothe your sinuses – make sure you’re clued up before summer strikes There are lots of air purifiers on the market, from free-standing units to incorporated home systems. The techniques vary, depending on price and scale, and the technology includes de-humidification, filtration, ionisation and heat sterilisation.

1

OVERHAUL YOUR AIR-CON to ensure it’s pumping out top-quality air. As the humidity rises, we all rely on units every day – but poorly-maintained systems can actually circulate dust, fluff and mould spores. Home Safe (homesafe. ae) will clear out your ducts, and can take care of regular maintenance too. Keep balcony doors and windows firmly closed while the air-con is on to ensure the flow is at its most efficient.

2

DEEP-CLEAN PROBLEM AREAS such as soft furnishings, rugs, carpets and curtains – humid conditions make these prime breeding spots for dust mites, which like to lurk in cosy, dark corners.

A good professional clean by a specialist company like EPSCO (epsco-intl.com) will eliminate the bugs, and remove pet fur, cigarette smoke, dust, sand and mould spores too. Post-clean, keep on top of things with a bag-free vacuum cleaner (try a Dyson model, dyson.ae), and ensure it’s emptied after every use to keep mites to a minimum.

3

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linens regularly too. Stock up on antiallergenic bedding at Home Centre (homecentrestores.com) – their mattress casings are anti-dust mite, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal, and the synthetic pillows and duvets are ultra-hygienic too.

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GET CHECKED OUT at the doctors – sneezing, itchy eyes, headaches are all signs of an allergic reaction, but there could be a host of other causes too. Stay on the safe side, and never take medication without consulting your physician. If symptoms are persistent, it’s helpful to keep a health diary to help identify the triggers – note down where you’ve been, what you’ve been doing, your diet and symptoms – it’ll give your doctor a head start on the diagnosis.

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BE PREPARED – you can fend off attacks much more efficiently if you’ve got an arsenal of lotions and potions.

Stock up on cold compresses: little ones will be tempted to scratch itchy spots, so keep them cool with icy pads. Large sunglasses can help to protect against airborne irritants, and will cover up any unsightly puffiness too. And of course no handbag should be without a handy pack of soft tissues...

All purification techniques can tackle Dubai’s major airborne pollutants (dust, smoke and sand), but it’s worth investing in a more thorough purifier to take care of airborne viruses, mould spores and mites.

Heat sterilisation ‘kills’ the nasties by incinerating them: air passes through a ceramic core which is heated to 200°C, and is then cooled to a safe temperature. It works in a similar way to sterilising water by boiling it, and leaves air hygienic and clean. Airfree (airfree. com) has a vast range of heat-based maintenancefree purifiers, which includes a model that’s designed specifically for babies’ rooms.

If you’re on a limited budget, prioritise sleeping areas – this will help to ensure you start the day without coughing and sneezing – but take care of the whole house if you can.

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The must-have gadgets on the market this month…

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Logitech Tablet Keyboard When you’re not running around with your tablet, turn it into a home computing hub with this portable keyboard. Connecting via Bluetooth, it’ll pick up the signal within 30 feet of your iOS device – whether that’s your iPad, iPhone or even iPod touch. The sturdy stand props the screen up and converts into a carrying case – perfect for keeping the keyboard safe from kiddies’ sticky fingers. AED299, from major electronics retailers city-wide.

Dyson Air Multiplier™ fan With no blades, this is a revolutionary fan – the air isn’t buffeted, so you get a constant cool breeze, and it’s safe for use all over the home. A dimmer switch allows you to control the power, and you can angle the flow with a touch-tilt mechanism. Perfect for keeping cool in style over summer. AED1,199, from major electronics retailers city-wide.

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Linksys EA 4500 Wi-Fi router There’s nothing like a tangle of wires to ruin a chic living space – which is why we love this new wireless Wi-Fi router.

It’s designed to give exceptional wireless internet performance and connect all of your networked products – including TVs, computers and entertainment devices. AED839, from major electronics retailers city-wide.

Panasonic steamer and rice cooker Keep fuss (and calories) to a minimum with this multi-purpose steamer – designed for troublefree rice cooking, it’s also suitable for potatoes, vegetables, dumplings, fish and meat. The 1.8-litre non-stick pan is perfect for larger quantities – you’ll have a fresh, healthy dinner in no time. AED115, from major electronics retailers city-wide.

Samsung Polaris RS30 refrigerator Built with highly-efficient slim walls, this sleek fridge offers a whopping 840 litres of storage – but it won’t take up too much of your kitchen space.

Separate compartments contain odours and keep all of your fresh food organised, so you’ll never have to rummage around at the back again...

AED8,999, from Juma Al Majid showrooms city-wide.

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May Shopping List

Keep time... with this ohso-cute geisha oven timer – available from THE One, priced AED59.

She twirls as she counts down, and will ring when it’s time to rescue dinner from the oven...

Dine... in Oriental-style splendour from Lifestyle’s Red-Green crockery collection.

Prices start from AED9, and you can mix and match pieces to suit your family size and budget – they will withstand dishwashers and every day use, and are a jazzy addition to any dinner table.

Nibble Gallic-style goodies at home from these fine French takeaways

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Chop up... like a professional chef on these sturdy bamboo boards from Home Centre.

At AED49 for a set of three, you can keep meat, fish and vegetables separate – and the smooth finish ensures they stay hygienic for longer.

TASTE OF THE TOWN: FRENCH

Tropical tea time

It might be too hot to eat outdoors, but this bowl and saucer set will bring an al fresco frisson to your dining room. Perfect for salads, cereals, fresh fruit and tapas, the glass range features vibrant florals in a rainbow of hues – kids will love the pink and blue designs, leaving grownups with the green, purple, yellow and red sets. We love the cute crochet hats to pop on the end of the spoons – they’re great for decorating fondue forks for dinner party desserts too. Mix and match for a quirky table top, or treat your party guests to their favourite colours... Available from O’de Rose, AED870 (for a set of six), o-derose.com

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Add another catering contact to your little black book, so you can play host while the experts do the rest...

USHNA 04 368 6506

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They say: Authentic Indian cuisine brought right to your doorstep, with cutlery and serving staff available to suit your needs. The service is great for birthdays and party buffets, but can be tailored for a variety of private events.

Top bites: With bespoke spice mixes, fresh vegetables and sea food from the Gulf, Ushna’s menu features the best local ingredients – we love the Delhi-style prawns sev puri and tasty tandoori lobster.

Minimum spend: AED120 Minimum guests: 10 (maximum of 30)

BERT’S CAFÉ A favourite for breakfast pastries, coffee and bagels, this low-key café is a relaxed place to start the day (and take advantage of free Wi-Fi). For lunch and dinner, choose from a hearty menu of salads, grills, and a desert list as long as your arm.

Location: Emirates Hills Contact: 04 361 9292

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BISTRO 21 Specialising in French-Arabic fusion (in the restaurant, you can smoke shisha while sipping your chocolat chaud), the menu here is brimming with succulent steaks, salads, and croques – but leave room for a slice of the wickedly dark chocolate cake...

Location: Sheikh Zayed Road Contact: 04 343 0777

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PAUL For Gallic staples, you can’t go wrong here: you’ll find croissants, goats’ cheese, and creamy café au lait. Branches can be found all over Dubai, so you’re never too far from a French fancy.

Location: Various areas Contact: 04 339 8036 (The Dubai Mall), 04 284 3223 (Mirdif City Centre), 04 341 4844 (Mall of the Emirates), 04 437 6494 (The Walk)

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Raising the Steaks

It’s one of the simplest of dishes, but it takes skill to get just right – Edi Pancamala of West 14th New York Grill & Bar, reveals his fail-safe steak techniques and recipes...

Chef Edi Pancamala knows his steak.

Serving up prime cuts at West 14th, Oceana Beach Club, he’s at the command of one of the city’s hottest grills. So how can you rustle up a brasserie-worthy steak at home? “Start by selecting top-quality meat: the three prime cuts are tenderloin, rib eye and sirloin. The most melt-inthe-mouth cut is tenderloin – but on any steak the amount of marbling (thin lines of fat visible in the uncooked meat) is a good indication of tenderness. The more marbling, the softer the steak will be.

Organic, hormone-free meat is the best – ask your butcher, or check the label.” And the top cut for flavour? “Rib eye is great.

Flavours vary, depending on the country of origin, but wagyu beef from Japan is the best. The farmers really look after the cattle – they give them massages, special food, and sake to drink. It makes for the best beef in the world!"

HOW TO COOK THE PERFECT STEAK 1. Get the meat out of the fridge roughly half an hour before you grill it – this will allow the meat to warm up slightly so it cooks thoroughly and evenly. For this recipe, the cut should be around two inches thick.

2. Switch the grill to high and allow it to heat through – a high temperature will caramelise the steak on the outside without drying it out on the inside.

3. Season the meat with salt, pepper and a little oil – the oil will help to prevent the steak from sticking – and put it on the grill.

4. Leave for two minutes, then flip and cook it for a further two minutes. The steak is now rare.

5. Take the meat off the grill, and leave to rest for four minutes – then return it to the heat, cooking for one minute on each side. Serve immediately for mediumrare requirements.

6. For a well-done steak, cook for a further two minutes.

‘The most melt-inthe-mouth cut is tenderloin – and the more marbling it has, the softer the meat will be’

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HOME-MADE CHUNKY WEDGES Serves 4 4 large roasting potatoes 4 tbsp olive oil Generous pinch of sea salt Generous pinch of Cajun spice

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1. Heat the oven to 200°C, and chop the potatoes into long wedges. The thickness is up to you – but the width of a finger is ideal. Rinse them with cold water, and pat dry with a tea towel.

2. Spread the potatoes on a large nonstick baking tray and toss them with the olive oil. Lie them flat in a single layer – if necessary, use two trays rather than an overcrowded one.

3. Roast for 45-50 minutes, turning the wedges occasionally. When cooked, they will be golden brown and crisp, with a fluffy centre.

4. Scatter with sea salt and Cajun spice to serve.

WEST 14TH STEAK SAUCE Serves 4 100g red pepper, diced 25g red chili, finely chopped 100g red onion, finely chopped 25g garlic, finely chopped 15g Cajun spice 1kg BBQ sauce 30ml red vinegar 100g fresh tomato, diced 30ml olive oil 15g salt 7g black pepper

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1. Preheat the oven to 200°C. Lightly fry the red pepper, chili, onion and garlic in olive oil, until they start to soften. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

2. Transfer the vegetables to a baking tray and roast in the oven for 30 minutes.

3. On a medium-heat stove, simmer the tomato slowly in a saucepan until it is mushy (this will take roughly 10 minutes).

4. Add the vinegar, Cajun spice and BBQ sauce, and then gently stir in the vegetables from the oven. Cook the mixture for 30 minutes on a gentle heat.

5. Leave to cool, then purée with a hand blender. Pass through a fine strainer or sieve to remove any pips.

6. Pour into a saucepan and gently heat through, then bring to the table in a warm sauce jug.

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‘When cooked, the wedges will be golden brown and crisp, with a fluffy centre’

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