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BEST IN SHOW What caught our eye in Milan

INDEX 2015 How to have all the fun of the fair

Meet the interior stylist who transformed her neighbour’s villa

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Welcome Temperatures are beginning to soar, and transformations are being seen all around.

Whether it’s seasonal collections in stores, summer trends to covet, or preparation for Ramadan, change is in the air. That’s also the case at Better Homes Magazine, and it’s with great excitement that I introduce myself, Nicola Monteath, as the newly appointed Editor.

May has certainly been exciting so far. My first day on the job saw me heading off to a home tour – read about it on page 26. And after sourcing items for this month’s style wish list (page 13), and rounding up Salone del Mobile (page 17), I have jotted down a list of must-buy items and trends to adapt my home to this season.

One event I’m particularly excited about this month is INDEX, the largest international design exhibition in the Middle East. Heading there? Get geared up with our sneak peek on page 32.

If you think it’s time to switch things up for yourself, with the purchase of a new home or rental, take a look at the property section from page 45 and embark on an adventure.

Just like me.

Managing Director Victoria Thatcher Editorial Director John Thatcher Editor Nicola Monteath Senior Designer Andy Knappett Designer Emi Dixon Production Manager Chalitha Fernando Senior Advertising Manager Shweta Praful To contact any of the above people, email firstname@ hotmediapublishing.com Photography Helen Riley, helen-riley@hotmail.co.uk

Enjoy reading!

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Cover: Shot on location at Jumeirah Golf Estates, by Helen Riley

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8. The Design Digest

25. Designer Spotlight

See what’s new in the world of home interiors this month

Nayef Francis on his handmade designs

10. One to Watch

26. Love Thy Neighbour

The mum bringing the best kids’ furniture to the UAE

Inside a beautifully designed Jumeirah Golf Estate’s villa

13. May Wishlist

32. Best in Show

This month we’re all about having afternoon tea in style

What to expect from this month’s INDEX in Dubai

14. My Style

39. Ask the Expert

The style secrets of CASAELAN’s Ratna Sharma

Our chosen experts battle over the best wall decoration

17. Salone del Mobile

42. The Man From Japan

What we learned from the world’s finest design fair

Cook up this must-try dish from TOMO at Raffles Dubai

House 45. Property of the Month

54. Moving On Up

A superb villa in the excellent The Villa community

Soak up stunning views from these Dubai Marina homes

46. Move to… Motor City

56. Let’s Go Downtown

Why there’s more to this area than screeching tyres

What’s for sale in the city’s coolest district?

49. Homes to View

58. Palm Pilot

Dubai Marina tops this month’s viewing charts

Your guide to the homes on Palm Jumeirah

50. On the Map

65. Springs Into Action

Find your way around Dubai with our colour-coded map

Scour our selection of great value villas

52. Property Listings

76. Editor’s Pick

Your comprehensive guide to the best homes across the city

I love this flower-powered stand from Mari Ianiq

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Create your own wonderland To mark 150 years of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, British brand Rug Maker has produced two quirky, illustrated rugs which feature characters from the tale.

Granted an exclusive license to reproduce John Tenniel’s artwork from the British Library’s original collections, the two monochrome designs – ‘The White Rabbit’ and ‘Alice Drink Me’ – were hand-woven in Kathmandu Valley in Nepal by highly-skilled Tibetan and Nepalese weavers, handknotting Swiss aniline dyed New Zealand wool onto cotton warps and wefts. And if yet more reason were required to buy one, Rug Maker supports GoodWeave – the global nonprofit organisation that ensures child labour is not used in the manufacturing process. rug-maker.com

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The Design Digest What’s new in the world of interiors

LET’S GO HOME A relatively new addition to Al Ghurair Centre in Deira (as a part of a Silica concept store), Karaca Home has launched a beautiful range of bed linen for Spring/Summer 2105. It features a wide variety of vintage and Victorian-style bed spreads and blankets, as well as more contemporary designs fashioned from Egyptian cotton or soft satin.

They all but guarantee a good night’s sleep.

Eat Dust Sand and construction dust pose an ongoing problem to homes in the UAE. To combat them effectively, you’ll need one of these: the Kobold vacuum cleaner.

Kobold cleaners are designed and made in Germany and provide a one-stop solution that will banish, dirt, sand, dust mites and pet hairs in the trickiest of places – perfect for homes in the UAE. Its specialist filter ensures 99.9% of allergy substances are caught, while the all-in-one Kobold System Power Unit is also able to clean windows without the need for water. The product range starts at a little over AED3,000. 4work.me

Bloomin’ Marvellous If you’re on the lookout for an eclectic addition to your home ï something bright for the summer ï head to O’de Rose on Al Wasl Road.

There you’ll find this playful mosaic flower table, among offerings from many local and regional artists. Each item in the boutique is hand-made and hand-picked from different parts of the world and reflects Arabic heritage with a modern twist.

O’de Rose also showcases some of its collection in Galleries Lafayette at The Dubai Mall.

POP STAR P In Inspired by the Pop Art of Roy Lichtenstein, tile specialist Ceratec has created 12 illustrated tiles in a rectangular 5x13 format that’s ideal for cre backsplash or an eye-popping wall covering. Titled ‘Pop’, this unique ab piece breaks with conventions to bring comic art into a new dimension ï pie your you bathroom. It’s also available in four different textures. ceratec.com

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Welcome to MarMarLand A new online shop that delivers has arrived in the UAE

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It was an idea partially born of a refusal to compromise on taste: “I wanted to make our home reflective of the fact we have toddlers running around, but refused to have ugly, plastic ‘Made in China’ toys around my living room, or teddy bear and princess bedding”, says Maren Gerber, founder of MarMarLand, a UAE-based online store retailing children’s toys and all sorts of room decorations.

But beyond the aesthetic reasons, at the heart of Gerber’s business is a desire to offer quality. “Our products are quality tested, safe for children and, if possible, organic. We take the best brands and products from a variety of countries and search for new upcoming brands and innovative products. We get inspired by customers, interior stylists and the children around us.”

Customers can find a range of products – from accessories and décor items for babies’ nurseries and kids’ rooms, through to toys and gifts – sourced from Denmark, Sweden, Germany, Netherlands, England, France, Australia, New Zealand and the US. “Ferm living, a brand rooted in Denmark, has products designed with a distinctive graphic edge while maintaining Scandinavian design traditions. Luckyboysunday is another Danish brand of modern, luxury knitted art toys and soft furnishings for the home. Look out too for Anne-Claire Petit, a Dutch brand with recognisable colour schemes and ‘feel good’ products, ranging from an extended animal family to baby toys, and a range of deco objects to furniture.”

And the name MarMarLand, from where did it derive? “It comes from my children’s names - daughter Marleni (3) and son Marnus (1). The word ‘land’ highlights that we like to help parents create spaces, where their children love to play, relax or sleep. Spaces with room for imagination and creativity, rooms where children feel safe and special in their own little land.” marmarland.com

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My style Ratna Sharma The managing director of CASA-ELAN on the importance of cleanliness and the constant need to redesign her home.

but a good book in my hands is how I fall asleep every night.

Who is your all-time favourite interior designer?

I do not have a favourite interior designer. As a professional, one sees fabulous work by so many designers that are well known internationally, but then I might see an amateur’s project and find it fascinating. It’s all a matter of taste and handling of the aesthetics of design of any given space. I do not have any item in my home that is a ‘designer item’, but I am a designer and I love the things I produce, so you could say that everything in my home is a CASAELAN design item.

Where do you live and what type of building is it?

In Business Bay, in a penthouse with a fabulous view of the iconic Burj Khalifa on one side and the Meydan Hotel on the other.

Who do you live with?

I live alone. Solitude is a luxury I have deep regard for and indulge in to the maximum.

How would you sum up your home decor style in one sentence?

It’s an eclectic mix including antique Indian solid silver accents with contemporary and classic pieces that are clean, simple and comfortable.

Who or what inspires your style?

My home is a place where I am at my most creative. To be able to think and create, I need to have everything around me in perfect order.

Symmetry is not important to me but right angles are an obsession. I love detail. The spaces that I design are simple yet elegant. At a glance, they might seem too plain for some people,

look closer though and you will find gems of design details in the carving, the accessories, the furnishings, and the wall finishes. Basically, nothing will stand out as garish and in your face, but on the whole it comes together as over-the-top luxury. To me, less is more.

How does your personality come through in your home?

I have pictures of my son and my parents on my bedside. Other than that I love ‘The Kiss’ by Klimt. It hangs above my bed reminding me that love between a man and woman is beautiful. I keep my home scrupulously clean. Not only of dust and dirt but of negative energy from my very stressful job. My table tops, cabinets and walls are mostly empty.

I dislike clutter immensely!

Name some of your favourite items in your home?

My books. I have thousands of them, some of them are first editions from the early 1900s. Reading is a passion.

I do not have a lot of time for now,

How much does your job and the company influence your personal style at home?

My job and business have barely any impact on my home. I have been doing this work for about 30 years now and according to tradition, I should have a particular style I call my own. However, I don’t. On my travels to Thailand, Morocco, Italy, UK and Russia I have been inspired, and designed spaces either with a hint of, or completely in, the traditional styles of those countries. I absolutely love doing different styles.

It’s extremely exciting and I thrive on the challenge.

How many items, or which services, from CASA-ELAN have you used in your own home?

Everything in my home, other than a few antique pieces I inherited from my grandfather, have been designed and manufactured by my factories. My two production units, one for woodwork and the other for upholstery and curtains, are my playgrounds. It’s on rare occasions that we are free from client commitments and we have time to work on something for my home.

I have this need to change the design in my home every now and then. It is frequently renovated, especially the room belonging to my son. Everytime he visits I redecorate it for him. It drives him crazy, but I love surprising him! elandubai.wordpress.com

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LET THERE BE LIGHT

We all know that lighting can make or break a room, but at Salone del Mobile, the light itself was the centre of most designs. Most notable were the carpet-grazing crystal chandeliers at Patrizia Garganti – up to two metres in diameter, dominating their environs and basking all who gazed at them in glittering white light. World-famous porcelain house Lladro took the trend one step further with its delicate hanging shades. Although only modest in size, they were grouped in staggered clusters of eight and more – their voluptuous domed shape echoing the SRUFHODLQ EDOOJRZQHG ÀJXULQHV IRU which Lladro is famed.

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Forget fashion week: Milan Furniture Fair – or Salone del Mobile – is the pinnacle of Italy’s design events. It’s where the industry’s finest artisans reveal their upcoming interiors collection, their careers secured (or dashed) by the strength of its success. Hazel Plush joined the stampede to discover the design mantras of the future Lladro

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DESIGN YOUR OWN DREAM Missoni stepped away from its signature technicolour stripes, daring to cross into muted tones and pastels – another key trend dominating Milan this year – for its ethereal bedroom design. Whimsical motifs, chiffon drapes, and layers of sumptuous rugs took Missoni fans by surprise – and won the brand some new followers too. The lesson here? Don’t be afraid to deviate from your normal style. While the big Italian hitters – and there were plenty, including Fendi Casa, Minotti and Poliform – excelled at the show with their signature styles, Missoni’s unexpected triumph breathed new life into its collection.

REVEL IN REPETITION

From geometric tessellations to striking stripes, Milan’s most memorable motifs were repeated – over and over again. But this wasn’t a lazy attempt at getting maximum impact for minimal effort: the designs were ambitious, and their playfulness paid off. Kabuki, D à RRU VWDQGLQJ ODPS FUHDWHG

by Ferruccio Laviani for Kartell, was memorable for its Arabesque tessellation of triangles – hypnotic to the eye, and lace-like to the touch. And repetitive SDWWHUQV LQà XHQFHG IRUP too: concentric circles weren’t just the dominant pattern in Alotof Design’s seating range – the metal shapes were actually used to construct the benches and chairs themselves.

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GO NATURAL

For years, the Italian approach to wooden furniture has been to coat it in lacquer, and polish until it gleams. But things have changed. At last, the grain, texture and hues of untreated wood were laid bare in Milan – and there was

hardly a lick of glossy paint in sight.

Hats off to Omologie, whose stubby modular cabinets were made using dovetail joints, without any glue or metal components. Also, bravo to UKbased design house H, for its innovative

hanging wardrobe constructed solely of wood and leather. Of course, Riva 1920 has long championed naked wood in its no-nonsense furniture pieces – this year’s dining range was so minimalist, it ERUGHUHG RQ ² JDVS ² ÁDWSDFN DHVWKHWLF

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Designer spotlight As the Cities boutique in Galleria Mall, Dubai, gears up to host an installation of his work from May 26-June 2, we speak to Lebanese designer Nayef Francis about his designs, all of which are handmade in Lebanon

How would you best describe your style?

Or do you even have a ‘style’?

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How do you think Lebanon manifests itself in your work?

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In these days of mass produced items, how essential is it that customers don’t overlook craftsmanship?

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Love Thy Neighbour Stuart Dudley’s eclectic home brings together the best of luxury, memories, and technology. And what’s more, it was styled by his next-door neighbour

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hen we arrived at Stuart Dudley’s three-bedroom villa in Jumeirah Golf Estates, we weren’t greeted by him, but rather his lovely neighbour, Katie Slater Temby, an interior stylist with a background in fashion retail and textiles, who helped Stuart’s dream home come to life with her artistic and creative touches. Katie looks every bit the stylist, dressed in a crisp white shirt, denim, cobalt blue heels, and simple gold jewellery. Her style is quite similar to her personal home design aesthetic – minimalist and contemporary – and although Stuart’s home is almost poles apart FRPSDUHG WR KHUV VKH FRQĂ€UPV WKH\ enjoyed decorating the house together. “It’s worked between us because he has great and expensive taste and so do I,â€? she says while giving us a tour. “I actually got this job after he came over to my place and saw that I kept changing it up often. He then told me he needed some help with his, and so I came on board.â€?

Stuart Dudley, who works for Kerzner International here in Dubai, moved to this villa late last year, from The Springs. “I did quite a bit of research before purchasing. Whispering Pines (at Jumeirah Golf Estates) is very well constructed and the design is unique within Dubai, with the layout of the villas being much less regimented than usual, creating greater privacy and also a very pleasant ambience,� says Stuart. “Additionally, being situated at the intersection of Al Khail Road and the 311, the location is excellent with very convenient access to all areas of Dubai.�

The bachelor, from England, enjoys entertaining friends with a barbecue by the poolside – he stripped off all the grass and replaced it with astro turf – or in his modern-style dining room which features a light-brown round wooden table with four white chairs, and a high bar table towards one corner, giving the space a laid-back vibe. “We put in the bar table to make it more casual, for breakfast or tea time,� says Katie. “He had a party here not long ago, and the space worked so well because of all the different height levels – high and low seating – all around.�

We gathered from Katie that Stuart has a serious penchant for rugs, loves picking up collectables on his travels, is obsessed with the colour orange – he even painted the golf buggy which comes with the house this colour – and has an ardent love for plants. Every nook and corner features a mature plant placed in lovely coloured pots,

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Stuart has a serious penchant for rugs, and loves picking up collectables on his travels

which Katie tells us she had to convince Stuart to use as his original pots did not suit the “eclectic, luxurious space�.

The minute you enter the house you can feel that refreshing, airy vibe, with off-white and brown couches, hues of orange seen in the cushions, leather armchairs, and a living room and dining space that opens up to a spacious terrace looking out to the Dubai Marina skyline.

Towards one corner of the house lies the monochrome black and white kitchen, equipped with Miele appliances. This is probably the only untouched space – other than the bathrooms which Katie believes are timeless and beautifully developed – but Stuart has plans of adding in a backsplash and ceiling lights to make it more ambient.

Three months ago there was nothing but a few mattresses and items in the house. When Stuart moved in, all he brought was a couple of chairs, artwork,

a coffee table, and rugs from his travels.

But the house layout is a masterpiece in itself. “The great thing about these properties is that they have amazing features such as tile work, marble Ă RRULQJ DQG YDXOWHG FHLOLQJV WKDW , personally love. I particularly chose my property because of the ceiling, as it’s so great to work with from an interior perspective, and it lends its way to lots of different styles.â€? Katie tells us that ZKHQ VKH Ă€UVW EHJDQ ZRUNLQJ ZLWK Stuart she asked him for inspirational images, and then set a budget, so that the process was streamlined. “It’s important to do it this way, as if you see a piece that you like, you have to buy it instantly. Of course, as and when your budget starts getting chewed away, you ZLOO Ă€QG WKDW \RX VWLOO QHHG HOHPHQWV WR Ă€OO LW RXW DQG WKHQ \RX KDYH WR compromise on price.â€?

Some of the large furniture pieces ZHUH SXUFKDVHG DW ÀUVW EHIRUH WKH accessories and other elements, but take one look at it, and you may think that they blew the budget. They did not.

They were actually well under budget – although there’s still more to be done. “We are having artwork commissioned.

With interiors, they can’t actually be forced as then it starts looking too cookie cutter, or like a furniture store.

I don’t personally like that, and I think being in a home is more about looking at all those pieces that have meaning to you.� And that’s exactly what the space LV WR 6WXDUW D KXPEOH DERGH ÀOOHG ZLWK prized possessions from his travels, which remind him of each country he has visited.

Stuart’s rug fascination actually helped tie together many rooms, and there isn’t a room in the house without one. If he didn’t have an age-old rug for the space, he bought one, either from his trip abroad, or the Blue Souq in Sharjah. “Rugs add such a lot of character to a house, especially when WKH Ă RRUV DUH DOO KDUG 7R EH KRQHVW the cost of handmade rugs is not appreciably more than the cost of those that are mass-produced, but the results are much more unique and special. If you want a unique piece of beauty that will grow better with age, and provide a lifetime of memories, then there is nothing better to collect,â€? says Stuart.

He loves things of ethnicity. Every rug has been handmade, and is either antique Turkish or Persian. “Because he had these vintage pieces, we tried to make it work for the space. Thing is, he also has a very contemporary side – with a love of technology – so we had to make all those different themes come together,� says Katie. Facing the ultra-

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comfortable neutral tone couches sits a rather bizarre-looking silver and blue coloured sound system, which Katie promptly tells us she isn’t extremely happy about, even though Stuart spent big bucks on it. She goes on to say: “You have to respect a client’s function. I could go in and make a house look real pretty, but it’s pointless if it doesn’t serve the person who lives there.�

Stuart loves listening to everything from jazz-fusion and blues, to heavy metal and classical music, and his DXGLR V\VWHP LV DV VLJQLĂ€FDQW DV DQ\ other feature of his home. “The main system is composed of the Aurender X100 music server, connected to Wilson Sophia 3 speakers via the Devialet 200 amp system. Without doubt these DUH WKH Ă€QHVW DXGLRSKLOH FRPSRQHQWV available in the market. There is also a secondary system feeding music to all areas of the house for more casual listening purposes, which is delivered via a Sonos multi-room set up using a mixture of B&O and Geneva Sound lab speakers and devices,â€? he says.

When asked if there were any disagreements over design, Katie points out that the sound system was one of them, mainly because of the appearance and positioning, but it was nothing major. “He did change the colour of it, and compromised on the positioning, which was really nice,� she says.

Stuart’s love of gadgets comes into play the minute he arrives home and starts playing around with the newly installed /LYROR :LÀ 7RXFKLVP WRXFK VZLWFK which allows the entire home to be smart wired (operable through a single device – remote or app), integrating the technology into his busy lifestyle.

The father of two, Olivia (12) and George (20), has also designed rooms for his daughter and son, so that they can feel at home when they visit him on their school break from England.

These double up as guest rooms when family or friends visit. Light pastel shades of green are seen throughout Olivia’s room, with touches of white in the bedside tables, chest of drawers, and two-toned drapes. All the windows around the house are covered with either a blind or drape, and Katie gets WKHVH PDGH IURP KHU JR WR PDQ 5DĂ€ “He’s absolutely great, I just show him D SLFWXUH DQG KH PDNHV LW LQ Ă€YH GD\V I’ve asked him to make an ottoman for the living room, so I’m eager to see what that will look like.â€? With Olivia’s room, the aim was to make it a space that can easily be transformed as she grows up. Most of the furniture in the room was brought in from the old house, but Katie plans to modify the

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Multiple textures and textiles were used in the space to give it balance knobs on the side table to brass, and repaint the chest of drawers to coral.

Both Olivia’s and George’s rooms UHà HFW WKHLU SHUVRQDOLW\ DQG OLNHV DW WKH moment. George’s is the ultimate boy’s room with checkered bedding, cushions, and tones of blue, grey and white.

Multiple textures and textiles were used in the space to give it balance, and make it appealing to the eye. “Textiles make a space, and you can tell when it’s cheap and nasty, or of good quality ĂŻ it makes a big difference!â€? Katie tells us, before escorting us to the next room.

If there’s one room in the house that steals the show, it’s the master bedroom. Stuart knew exactly what he wanted when he discussed this one with Katie, and went down the Ralph Lauren style route. Touches like the grey chest of drawers, with an array of perfumes atop, and massive mirrored side-tables and black lamps from Marina Home, give it a masculine vibe, while the coat hanger and towel stand near the built-in closets offer a stylish hotel room touch – an element Stuart was keen on adding in. A large crystal OLJKWLQJ À[WXUH KDQJV KLJK IURP WKH ceiling, over a mustard yellow couch which sits right in front of the bed and gives the space a subtle pop of colour.

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Katie tells us that she has had some art commissioned for this as well.

What about family portraits or photoframes? “I’m a big fan of gallery walls for pictures of travels and family, but I feel when you entertain people, your personality should come through in the GpFRU Âľ $V ZH WDNH D Ă€QDO ZDON DURXQG we realise that the house is close to completion. “I think once it’s over with, Stuart can focus more on other things he loves, like cycling,â€? says Katie. ´,¡P D NHHQ F\FOLVW Âľ FRQĂ€UPV 6WXDUW “And I’m able to cycle around the estate in complete safety. I can also access some exciting cross-country trails in the desert, straight from my back door. The environment here is very relaxing and welcoming – it is a pleasure to come home after a hectic day of work. Plus, I’m blessed with great neighbours,â€? he says fondly.

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Turn to the INDEX They’ve gathered the world’s biggest home design brands under one roof for the past 25 years – so what do the organisers of INDEX have up their sleeves for 2015? Hazel Plush gets a sneak preview of the Middle East’s unmissable interiors expo‌

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Skyline espartan guided Trend Tour â&#x20AC;&#x201C; each product on the tour is selected for its unique features, cutting-edge design, or sheer talking-point appeal. Take the time to investigate each one and form your own opinions. Budding designers: could you do better? If so, why not pitch your idea to INDEX 2016? Last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s highlights included interactive 3D home dĂŠcor, a futuristic wall-mounted desk, and sleek fusions of Middle Eastern and contemporary furniture.

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Ask the experts

Wallcoverings vs Paint - Which is better?

JANET FETTERS Business Development Manager at Muraspec

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linen and woven or pleated fabrics.

Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re more practical too â&#x20AC;&#x201C; better at withstanding impact and are easy to clean, which helps to maintain their quality and appearance. As there is no need for â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;refresherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; coats, long term, wallcoverings are more durable, cost effective and appealing WKDQ SDLQW &KRRVH D FRPPHUFLDO wallcovering from a reputable supplier and it will also come with WKH UHOHYHYDQW Ă&#x20AC;UH FHUWLĂ&#x20AC;FDWLRQ IRU your peace of mind.

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NICK RYES Interior Designer

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Paint has long been the go-to method for those looking to update their space instantly. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ease of application, and low costs, have stood the test of time over the years, making it the most opted for technique for those who want to transform the theme or feel of a room. Whether you are looking for an airy, dramatic, or intimate and cosy feel, it can all be achieved with paint.

Plus, you can give it any effect you like â&#x20AC;&#x201C; whether sponging, distressing, ragging, or colourwashing, to name a few, to give it dimension.

When choosing whether to go down the wallcovering or paint route, the main factors to consider are obviously the costs involved, and ease of application. To begin with, preparing a damaged wall with primer paint takes VLJQLĂ&#x20AC;FDQWO\ OHVV WLPH FRPSDUHG WR prepping it for wallcovering application â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which can be a tedious process, and involves a number of chemicals and stripping tools which rack up costs.

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over time. Finishes such as semigloss, high-gloss, or matte are all on offer for paint, and these are not only inexpensive but can also be applied by a novice, cutting out the cost of having to hire someone to do the job for you.

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As chef/owner of the ever excellent TOMO in Raffles Dubai, Chitoshi Takahashi heads up a team that serves up some of the finest Japanese fare in the city. To help you recreate one of TOMOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s standout dishes at home, Chef Takahashi has shared its easy-tofollow recipeâ&#x20AC;Ś

Sukiyaki THE INGREDIENTS

200g halal wagyu beef (Japanese wagyu or Australian wagyu beef) 100g Chinese cabbage 50g onions 50g bean curd 50g carrots 50g mushrooms 50g white spring onions

THE SAUCE

1000ml water 20g konbu seaweed 40g katsuo (dry fish stock) 250ml soy sauce 110g sugar 150ml mirin (nonalcoholic sweet rice wine)

1. Wash and prepare the vegetables and bean curd before chopping them all into bite size pieces.

2. Once done, add a little oil to a pan and warm through until it is hot.

3. Add all of the vegetables and the beef into the pan and heat through.

4. Combine the sauce ingredients and mix well. Once combined, add to the pan and stir. Heat through until it simmers and serve.

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Property of the month

This spacious five-bedroom villa located in Dubaiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Villa project is situated close to Global Village, and within close proximity from Spinneys and Gems First Point K-12 school, in a serene neighbourhood. Features like the upgraded media room, family area equipped with protection ceilings, and multiple terraces boasting views of the tranquil desert outdoors, make living here worthwhile. Cooking up a meal is an enjoyable experience with the two

convection ovens, a microwave, and updates showcasing a built-in wine cooler, fridge, water filtration systems, and quartz counter tops which give the kitchen a lavish feel. To relax, take a dip in the temperature controlled pool, or perhaps dine alfresco on a relaxed evening and make use of the bbq facilities. Additional storage space and built-in shelves are available in the closed-off garage. It all makes for a fabulous family home.

Need to know Where? Marbella, The Villa What? Five-bedroom villa Size? 8,700 square feet Cost? AED7,350,000 Best for? Families Like what you see? Call Better Homes consultant Thomas Bunker on 04 409 0998 with reference code VI314866

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Dubai Motor City The area is completely unique, says Better Homes’ Ozlem Ucar

The motor-sports theme at Dubai Motor City is the core element of the vicinity. Residential units and business towers make up the space in this pedestrian-friendly neighbourhood which boasts a built-down infrastructure. There’s plenty to do within this community, as it’s packed with motor-sports facilities, shops and supermarkets, restaurants and cafés, gyms, communal swimming pools, parks, play areas for children and schools.

The area has four key complexes, Green Community Motor City, Uptown Motor City, Business Park Motor City and Dubai Autodrome, with each one delivering a distinctive experience.

Dubai Autodrome, the most renowned one from the lot, has become the focal point throughout the community, and within the UAE. Here you can step out of your house to enjoy go-karting, or

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watch bike-and car-races, including the Porsche ME Cup and Formula Gulf 1000.

Motor City, nestled within Dubailand, might seem like a long drive down, but residents in the area boast that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just a mere ten minutes drive to many places, and 20 minutes away from the bustling Downtown area. Those without cars can easily take the public bus, or hail a taxi, from the area itself, which makes it convenient for families living in the area.

Various accomodation options are available for those looking to move into the neighbourhood.

Single professionals and couples can opt for studios or one-bedroom apartments, while families can choose between larger three-bedroom apartments or two-and three-bedroom townhouses and villas.

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The Business Park Motor City and Dubai Autodrome are targeted towards business and sports adventure (respectively), whereas Green Community Motor City and Uptown Motor City offer premium quality homes for families and professionals. Green Community comprises of family villas, townhouses, bungalows and luxurious terraced apartments, while Uptown Motor City showcases highquality apartments and villas.

Reasonable rentals, from AED 80,000, and sales, from AED 1.15million, are making this area a hotspot for multi-national expats looking for adventurous activities, and tranquillity in their surroundings. To find out more, contact Ozlem Ucar on 04 8851848 or visit Better Homesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Green Community office.

May 2015

*HW LQVSLUHG DW ,1'(; DQG PDNH \RXUV D EHWWHU KRPH The 25th edition of the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest interior design show takes place 18-21 May 2015 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

Castello Luxury Baths

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INDEX International Design Exhibition celebrates 25 years of design, with more than 800 exhibiting companies from 50 countries, showcasing the latest residential interiors products for all aspects of your home.

With more than 200 brand new exhibiting companies, INDEX 2015 will not only serve as a great inspiration to all homeowners, but will act as the ideal platform for sourcing new products for your home. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a snapshot of some of the amazing products you can expect to see at INDEX 2015.

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Your new home?

The best properties on the market this month For sale This one-bedroom apartment in one of Dubai Marina’s first six towers is well worth its value. It features a spacious living room, study – which can be utilised as a second bedroom – a complete second bathroom, and an ensuite master bedroom. The building’s facilities are within walking distance, and the building is maintained to perfection, with 24 hours security.

Attractions nearby include Dubai Marina Mall, Skydive Dubai, JBR beach, a number of supermarkets, restaurants and the Marina Walk, making The Marina a prime, attractive location to live in.

Need to know Where? Mesk Tower, Dubai Marina What? One-bedroom apartment Size? 1,190 square feet Cost? AED2,550,000 Best for? Professionals, Couples Like what you see? Call consultant Julieta Kitova on 04 409 0998 and quote AP66416.

For rent This fully furnished, two-bedroom apartment for rent in Marina Promenade (Shemara) 02 type, offers exquisite views of the Marina and pier, from the balcony and living room.

The space spans over 1,410 sq.ft and includes one parking spot. All furniture from the apartment can be removed upon request, and what’s great is that it is vacant and ready to move into.

Facilities within the building include an outdoor swimming pool, and fullyequipped gym.

Marina Promenade, the lavish apartment complex located just across the Rimal community of JBR, offers unrivalled views of the Marina.

Need to know Where? Shemara, Dubai Marina What? Two-bedroom apartment Size? 1,410 square feet Cost? AED155,000 Best for? Couples, Families Like what you see? Call Better Homes on 04 409 0998 and speak to our consultant Aleksandra Majcherek and quote AP255090. bhomes.com

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The Greens

Palm Jumeirah

Downtown Dubai

Bedrooms

Dubai Investment Park

Dubai Marina

Jumeirah Lake Towers

Jumeirah Village Circle

The Greens

The Palm Jumeirah

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Arabian Ranches for sale An exclusive lifestyle is on offer in this verdant community, where residents can enjoy an esteemed desert-style golf course, a first-class equestrian centre and polo club, respected schools and many retail options and restaurants in the shopping centre.

Saheel Villas Arabian Ranches An investorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream Asal Abedi (Ref No. VI334751)

AED 9,499,999 5 BR 6,000 sq. ft.

Al Reem 1 Arabian Ranches

AED 2,499,000 3 BR 2,456 sq. ft.

Attractive investment opportunity Dimple R (Ref No. VI333858)

Saheel Villas Arabian Ranches

AED 3,999,999 3 BR 3,324 sq. ft.

A stunning family home Behnam Bargh (Ref No. VI333803)

Mirador Arabian Ranches

AED 7,500,000 6 BR 6,000 sq. ft.

Experience heights of luxury Dimple R (Ref No. VI333786)

Savannah Arabian Ranches A stunning family home Uroosa Khan (Ref No. VI324978)

AED 4,199,999 3 BR 3,324 sq. ft.

Al Mahra Arabian Ranches A great family option Ozlem Ucar (Ref No. VI333524)

AED 4,650,000 4 BR 4,238 sq. ft.

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Al Reem 1 Arabian Ranches A great family option Ivana Stanisic (Ref No. VI332393)

Al Reem 1 Arabian Ranches

AED 3,100,000 3 BR 2,747 sq. ft.

Savannah Arabian Ranches Meticulously planned development Lazar Jakovljevic (Ref No. VI331245)

AED 2,700,000 3 BR 2,526 sq. ft.

Meticulously planned development Arvinder Singh (Ref No. VI329384)

Al Reem 2 Arabian Ranches Affordable luxury Adil Raza Khan (Ref No. VI308307)

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AED 4,199,000 3 BR 3,316 sq. ft.

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Lila Villas Arabian Ranches

AED 4,054,888 4 BR 3,631 sq. ft.

Excellent value Gupesh Sharma (Ref No. VI326751)

AED 2,495,000 3 BR 2,456 sq. ft.

Palmera 1 Arabian Ranches

AED 3,175,000 2 BR 2,219 sq. ft.

Affordable luxury Juliana Grebenchshikova (Ref No. TH333776)

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Dubai Marina for sale The Marina is home to luxurious apartments with stunning sea views and waterfront promenades jostling with jet skis, joggers and shoppers. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the first port-of-call for many expats who are keen to soak up the sociable lifestyle on offer here.

Marina Diamond 2 Dubai Marina Self-contained development Sharfuddin Mohammed (Ref No. AP334420)

AED 850,000 1 BR 589 sq. ft.

Quay East Dubai Marina

AED 2,850,000 2 BR 1,303 sq. ft.

Excellent value Khurram Jameel Lodhi (Ref No. AP333504)

Princess Tower Dubai Marina

AED 12,500,000 5 BR 6,121 sq. ft.

Affordable luxury Hannah Bakshani (Ref No. AP316632)

Iris Blue Dubai Marina

AED 1,480,000 1 BR 736 sq. ft.

Assured rental income Victor Danu (Ref No. AP308806)

Majara 1 Dubai Marina A prestigious address Ekin Koca (Ref No. AP332662)

AED 2,800,000 2 BR 1,591 sq. ft.

Ocean Heights Dubai Marina Breathtaking sea views Moin Jehanzeb (Ref No. APM295986)

AED 3,950,000 3 BR 2,076 sq. ft.

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Dubai Marina for sale

Marina Mansion Dubai Marina

AED 3,395,000 3 BR 2,813 sq. ft.

State-of-the-art facilities Muneeb Khan Mohammed (Ref No. AP282813)

Marina Wharf 1 Dubai Marina

An investorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream Kapil Dhakan (Ref No. AP40382)

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AED 2,100,000 2 BR 1,218 sq. ft.

Amazing value George Nita (Ref No. AP174803)

AED 2,150,000 2 BR 1,605 sq. ft.

Direct marina views Anita Szilagyi (Ref No. AP95323)

Majara 1 Dubai Marina

The Waves Tower A Dubai Marina

Mesk Dubai Marina

AED 2,550,000 1 BR 1,190 sq. ft.

Direct marina views Julieta Kitova (Ref No. AP66416)

AED 2,650,000 2 BR 1,324 sq. ft.

Al Fattan Marine Plaza Dubai Marina

AED 3,749,000 3 BR 2,222 sq. ft.

One of the Best Deals on the Market Elen Manukyan (Ref No. AP4289)

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Downtown for sale Live next to the icons of Dubai when you move to Downtown, home to Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall and the dazzling Dubai Fountains. Residents enjoy exceptional facilities, five-star spas, gourmet dining and a vibrant social scene on their doorstep.

Burj Al Nujoom Downtown Dubai Excellent value Wassim Abdallah (Ref No. AP332816)

AED 2,200,000 2 BR 1,508 sq. ft.

Reehan 3 Old Town

AED 1,780,000 1 BR 1,113 sq. ft.

Exceptional deal Bilal Khan (Ref No. AP331909)

Burj Khalifa Downtown Dubai

AED 6,400,000 2 BR 2,036 sq. ft.

5 Star hotel living with everything you need Ghada Ghannam (Ref No. AP319066)

The Address The BLVD Downtown Dubai

AED 5,099,999 2 BR 1,451 sq. ft.

5 Star hotel living with everything you need Elen Manukyan (Ref No. AP309462)

Claren Tower 2 Downtown Dubai Excellent value Sana Hajjar (Ref No. AP240040)

AED 3,100,000 2 BR 1,184 sq. ft.

The Residences 4 Downtown Dubai Amazing value Thomas Bunker (Ref No. APM303055)

AED 7,499,999 3 BR 2,595 sq. ft.

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Downtown for sale

8 Boulevard Walk Downtown Dubai

AED 3,800,000 2 BR 1,226 sq. ft.

The kind of home youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve only ever dreamed about Ghada Ghannam (Ref No. AP245882)

Miska 3 Old Town Affordable luxury Riazuddin Ahmed (Ref No. AP81015)

The Residences 7 Downtown Dubai

The Lofts - Podium Downtown Dubai

AED 1,500,000 1 BR 856 sq. ft.

Price negotiable Asal Abedi (Ref No. AP333187)

AED 3,500,000 2 BR 2,860 sq. ft.

Tajer Residences Old Town

AED 2,400,000 1 BR 996 sq. ft.

Exceptional deal Ghada Ghannam (Ref No. AP72663)

AED 2,150,000 1 BR 915 sq. ft.

World class development Julieta Kitova (Ref No. AP174449)

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Palm Jumeirah for sale Live a life of luxury on Palm Jumeirah, a manmade archipelago famous for its unique design, unrivalled views and first-class facilities. Villas for sale on one of the fronds come with their very own private beach, for the ultimate beachfront lifestyle.

The Palm Tower Palm Jumeirah 5 Star hotel living with everything you need Rihab Noureddine (Ref No. AP333509)

AED 1,808,000 Studio 501 sq. ft.

Al Hamri Palm Jumeirah

AED 3,000,000 2 BR 2,055 sq. ft.

Modern living at its best Sherif Nabil (Ref No. AP26983)

Jash Falqa Palm Jumeirah

AED 1,999,950 1 BR 1,141 sq. ft.

Stunning view of the sea Soheila Aramnia (Ref No. AP325893)

Marina Residences 3 Palm Jumeirah

AED 4,500,000 3 BR 2,500 sq. ft.

Breathtaking sea views Anna Tybura (Ref No. AP323031)

Jash Hamad Palm Jumeirah Ready to move in Ali Tabrizi (Ref No. AP332692)

AED 2,380,000 2 BR 1,646 sq. ft.

Marina Residences 2 Palm Jumeirah A prestigious address Yasmine Aziz (Ref No. AP297056)

AED 3,450,000 2 BR 1,778 sq. ft.

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Marina Residences 4 Palm Jumeirah A prestigious address Fabio Lombardi (Ref No. AP285108)

Marina Residences 1 Palm Jumeirah

AED 5,800,000 3 BR 4,053 sq. ft.

Kempinski Palm Residence Palm Jumeirah Self-contained development Elen Manukyan (Ref No. AP290475)

AED 2,750,000 2 BR 1,870 sq. ft.

A prestigious address Abi Odimayo (Ref No. AP283589)

Garden Homes Frond B Palm Jumeirah Full ocean view Sharon Sweet (Ref No. VI325680)

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AED 3,990,000 2 BR 1,812 sq. ft.

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Abu Keibal Palm Jumeirah

AED 3,399,999 3 BR 2,218 sq. ft.

World class development Syed Wajih Uddin Ahmed (Ref No. AP174123)

AED 16,000,000 4 BR 5,000 sq. ft.

Signature Villas Frond L Palm Jumeirah

AED 35,000,000 6 BR 7,000 sq. ft.

A prestigious address Ali Tabrizi (Ref No. VI264795)

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Jumeirah Lake Towers for sale Residents can enjoy views of the lakes or park from these high-rise apartments in JLT, as well as a range of amenities nearby, with grocery shops, cafĂŠs, restaurants, salons, health clubs and nurseries lining the waterfront promenades.

V3 Jumeirah Lake Towers A motivated seller Neveen Abdulahad (Ref No. AP334624)

AED 1,020,000 1 BR 805 sq. ft.

Lake Terrace Jumeirah Lake Towers

AED 850,000 Studio 527 sq. ft.

An excellent apartment in a prime location Rabiah Shaikh (Ref No. AP333913)

Lake Terrace Jumeirah Lake Towers

AED 840,000 Studio 515 sq. ft.

Excellent value Wassim Abdallah (Ref No. AP333305)

Goldcrest Views 2 Jumeirah Lake Towers

AED 840,000 Studio 371 sq. ft.

A desirable address Natalia Vashchilina (Ref No. AP329735)

Dubai Arch Tower Jumeirah Lake Towers A great family option Pravin Patrick DMello (Ref No. AP331797)

AED 2,400,000 3 BR 2,034 sq. ft.

Laguna Tower Jumeirah Lake Towers 5 Star hotel living with everything you need Fathi Khalaf (Ref No. AP331745)

AED 1,399,000 1 BR 1,040 sq. ft.

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Saba Tower 3 Jumeirah Lake Towers

AED 830,000 Studio 457 sq. ft.

Easy living Elaheh Sadat Seyed Attaran (Ref No. AP326956)

Jumeirah Bay Tower (X1) Jumeirah Lake Towers Dynamic tenant mix Sana Hajjar (Ref No. AP318947)

Lake Terrace Jumeirah Lake Towers Attractive investment opportunity Sunil Pravin Jhaveri (Ref No. AP334475)

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Indigo Tower Jumeirah Lake Towers

AED 985,000 Studio 582 sq. ft.

Attractive investment opportunity Rinku Sawlani (Ref No. AP321611)

AED 1,350,000 1 BR 961 sq. ft.

The Icon Tower 2 Jumeirah Lake Towers

AED 850,000 Studio 460 sq. ft.

The best of city living Jawad Motiwala (Ref No. AP326014)

AED 1,550,000 2 BR 1,328 sq. ft.

Close to all amenities Behzad Torabi (Ref No. AP260146)

AED 840,000 Studio 497 sq. ft.

Goldcrest Views 2 Jumeirah Lake Towers

Goldcrest Executive Jumeirah Lake Towers

AED 875,000 Studio 406 sq. ft.

An investorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream Natalia Vashchilina (Ref No. AP325737)

Lake View Tower Jumeirah Lake Towers

AED 810,000 Studio 424 sq. ft.

High rental yields Fabio Lombardi (Ref No. AP235126)

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DIFC for sale As the financial centre of the city, DIFC attracts many businessmen and professionals from all corners of the world. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s renowned for its great location and for having spacious apartments with superior finishes, facilities and skyline views.

Burj Daman DIFC A prestigious address Gergana Mineva (Ref No. AP332369)

AED 3,400,000 2 BR 1,572 sq. ft.

Park Tower 2 DIFC

AED 1,725,000 1 BR 1,038 sq. ft.

Excellent value Khurram Jameel Lodhi (Ref No. AP329070)

Burj Daman DIFC

AED 5,550,000 3 BR 2,451 sq. ft.

Exceptional deal Sana Hajjar (Ref No. AP331366)

Central Park Residential Tower DIFC

AED 1,450,000 Studio 749 sq. ft.

Privileged location Riazuddin Ahmed (Ref No. AP331105)

Park Tower 1 DIFC Exquisitely designed Mohamed Adib Amin (Ref No. AP334736)

AED 1,450,000 1 BR 1,031 sq. ft.

Limestone House DIFC Exclusive residence Sana Hajjar (Ref No. AP327598)

AED 2,550,000 1 BR 1,300 sq. ft.

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JVC & JVT for sale Families should consider Jumeirah Village Circle and Jumeirah Village Triangle as ideal communities to move to, with large villas and townhouses on offer at affordable prices, safe neighbourhoods, quiet parks and convenient access into the city.

Seasons Community - Autumn Jumeirah Village Circle

AED 2,220,000 4 BR 3,474 sq. ft.

A desirable address Conny Mathei (Ref No. TH321185)

JVC - Townhouse Jumeirah Village Circle Nowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the time to make the move Jawad Motiwala (Ref No. TH321057)

Arabian Villas Jumeirah Village Triangle Exceptional deal May Helal (Ref No. VI333989)

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Fortunato Jumeirah Village Circle

AED 2,500,000 4 BR 3,180 sq. ft.

Excellent value Syed Wajih Uddin Ahmed (Ref No. TH334200)

AED 2,475,000 2 BR 2,992 sq. ft.

JVC - Townhouse Jumeirah Village Circle

AED 1,550,000 1 BR 1,636 sq. ft.

Excellent finish Andrey Golovin (Ref No. TH329152)

AED 2,850,000 2 BR 2,690 sq. ft.

Mediterranean Townhouse Jumeirah Village Triangle

AED 3,000,000 2 BR 2,992 sq. ft.

Ambitious initiative Wael Gomaa (Ref No. VI317274)

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Dubailand for sale Set to become a hub for tourism in the future, Dubailand is a multi-faceted district with a number of unique communities, from the luxurious eco-friendly homes in Al Barari to the family-friendly sports-focused areas of Motor City and Sports City.

Lake Apartments Green Community - DIP Price reduced Victoria Rushton (Ref No. AP168723)

AED 1,650,000 2 BR 1,629 sq. ft.

Whispering Pines Jumeirah Golf Estates

AED 6,275,000 4 BR 4,135 sq. ft.

A lush oasis Victoria Bazoeanu (Ref No. VI334741)

The Matrix Dubai Sports City

AED 925,000 1 BR 840 sq. ft.

Assured rental income Elen Manukyan (Ref No. AP332211)

Private Villa The Villa

AED 5,990,000 6 BR 6,300 sq. ft.

A stunning family home Suraiya Nawab (Ref No. VI334135)

Private Villa The Villa A stunning family home Dimple R (Ref No. VI334485)

AED 5,499,999 6 BR 4,800 sq. ft.

Mudon Mudon Amazing capital growth Dimple R (Ref No. VI334062)

AED 3,200,000 4 BR 3,786 sq. ft.

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Mudon Mudon

AED 3,800,000 4 BR 3,808 sq. ft.

Open to offers Florin Rusu (Ref No. VI332996)

Townhouse Motor City Excellent value Hannah Bakshani (Ref No. VI292355)

Bungalow Green Community - DIP

AED 4,200,000 4 BR 4,200 sq. ft.

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Affordable luxury Hannah Bakshani (Ref No. VI331882)

AED 4,500,000 3 BR 4,446 sq. ft.

Mazaya The Villa

AED 3,490,000 5 BR 3,600 sq. ft.

Premier location Wael Gomaa (Ref No. VI11212)

Family Villa Green Community - DIP

AED 5,000,000 5 BR 5,382 sq. ft.

Ready to move in Akmal Sharopov (Ref No. VI3195)

Ask the agent Abisoye Odimayo, Residential Consultant, Green Community Office Investors and homeowners still keep Motor City as their top choice, even though over the last few months, the number of transactions have significantly slowed down as sale prices have generally been stable. Attractive investments are available in this community, especially for end users, due to the spacious apartments on offer. Those looking to buy can do so for approximately AED900 per sq.ft.

While those looking for rentals, can choose from a studio at AED55,000, up to AED160,000 for a 3-bedroom apartment in Uptown Motor City. The relaxed bhomes.com

Green Community Motor City community offers lake-view terrace apartments, townhouses, bungalows and villas from up to AED380,000 for 5-or 6-bedroom villas.

Motor City offers a lifestyle comparable to none other, amongst the neighbouring residential communities, and showcases a wide array of amenities including the race track from which the community gets its name, supermarkets (such as the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest Spinneys), medical centres, cafĂŠs and restaurants, retail and commercial businesses, sports facilities and communal pools, play grounds and gyms.

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The Greens and The Views for sale The Greens is a haven for couples, families and dog walkers, with tree-lined paths winding through the complex of low-rise apartments. Next door, The Views is an exclusive, luxury apartment community with stunning views of Emirates Golf Club.

Al Samar 1 Greens

AED 1,140,000 1 BR 752 sq. ft.

Stimulating environment Mohammad Khalid Khan (Ref No. AP334505)

North West Apartments Green Community - DIP Privileged location Moin Jehanzeb (Ref No. APM305813)

Golf Tower Dubai Sports City

AED 1,300,000 2 BR 1,343 sq. ft.

Excellent value Khurram Jameel Lodhi (Ref No. AP333470)

AED 1,599,999 2 BR 1,576 sq. ft.

Al Alka 3 Greens

Al Alka 3 Greens

AED 1,550,000 2 BR 1,100 sq. ft.

Home sweet home Gulshan Ara (Ref No. AP305905)

AED 1,250,000 1 BR 758 sq. ft.

A prestigious address Syed Wajih Uddin Ahmed (Ref No. AP258836)

The Fairways West The Views

AED 2,630,000 2 BR 1,290 sq. ft.

Ideal family living Fabio Lombardi (Ref No. AP35373)

Ask the agent Mohammad Muneeb Khan, Residential Consultant, Barsha Office Barsha, the area a mere stone’s throw from The Greens and The Views is an interesting one coming up on most people’s radars. It’s divided into three spaces, for ease of reference, with Barsha 1 and around the Sheikh Zayed Road being the area where majority residential apartments are located. At the moment, these units are in great demand for rent, and still receiving some appreciation every year. A 1-bed average rent is around AED80-85k, while a 2-bed goes for AED100-120k, and 3-bed for AED140-150k. 4-5 bed villas can be found in compounds and go for AED220-240k.

The second segment is the villa

community in Barsha 1, 2, 3 and 4. These plot sizes range from 10,000 sq. ft. to 15,000 sq. ft. and are newly constructed or about 10-15 years-old. Rents here are dropping at the moment, probably due to the decreasing budgets of the tenants, however, the community is still in high demand. A 4-5 bedroom villa rent is about AED275k to 325k. Sales activity remains a little stagnant though.

Barsha south, the third segment, is packed with a number of newly built large plot-sized villas with 4-6 bedrooms.

This community is still not high in demand and the rents are dropping because of the overall downfall in demand.

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Springs and Meadows for sale Part of the Emirates Living District, The Springs and The Meadows are both idyllic communities of townhouses and villas with amazing views of waterways and lush landscaping. The Meadows is slightly more upmarket, with larger homes on offer.

Springs 15 (Phase 1A) Emirates Living

AED 2,749,000 3 BR 2,645 sq. ft.

A stunning family home Elen Manukyan (Ref No. VI332386)

Meadows 7 (Phase 4b) Emirates Living

A motivated seller Behzad Torabi (Ref No. VI172845)

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AED 3,850,000 3 BR 3,200 sq. ft.

Traffic-free environment Urvashi Sidhapara (Ref No. VI330270)

AED 5,900,000 5 BR 3,800 sq. ft.

A stunning family home Gulshan Ara (Ref No. VI315508)

Springs 12 (Phase 2A) Emirates Living

Meadows 8 (Phase 4c) Emirates Living

Meadows 9 (Phase 2) Emirates Living

AED 5,250,000 5 BR 3,805 sq. ft.

A stunning family home Adam Paul Stockley (Ref No. VI260878)

AED 1,825,000 2 BR 1,631 sq. ft.

Springs 14 (Phase 1B) Emirates Living

AED 1,800,000 2 BR 1,836 sq. ft.

A motivated seller Dorota Chudzik (Ref No. VI322718)

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Jumeirah Beach Residence for sale JBR is a hive of activity and a highly sought-after place to live, where residents enjoy sandy beaches, the new Beach Mall with al fresco restaurants, The Walk beachfront promenade of shops and cafĂŠs, and stunning views of the Persian Gulf.

Bahar 1 Jumeirah Beach Residence Beachfront living at an attractive price Sunil Pravin Jhaveri (Ref No. AP334227)

AED 2,400,000 2 BR 1,375 sq. ft.

Bahar 1 Jumeirah Beach Residence

AED 2,400,000 2 BR 1,375 sq. ft.

Beachfront living at an attractive price Florin Rusu (Ref No. AP333810)

Sadaf 2 Jumeirah Beach Residence

AED 3,300,000 3 BR 1,823 sq. ft.

Beachfront living at an attractive price Suki Pannum (Ref No. AP333587)

Sadaf 8 Jumeirah Beach Residence

AED 3,300,000 2 BR 2,004 sq. ft.

Quintessential luxury living Anna Tybura (Ref No. AP332623)

Sadaf 8 Jumeirah Beach Residence Beachfront living at an attractive price Moin Jehanzeb (Ref No. AP222444)

AED 3,585,000 4 BR 2,713 sq. ft.

Al Bateen Residences Jumeirah Beach Residence A desirable address Behzad Torabi (Ref No. AP331850)

AED 4,200,000 3 BR 2,260 sq. ft.

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Shams 4 Jumeirah Beach Residence

AED 2,700,000 2 BR 1,263 sq. ft.

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Excellent value Rita Mouawad (Ref No. AP320465)

Sadaf 2 Jumeirah Beach Residence Beachfront living at an attractive price Lola Ortikova (Ref No. AP300264)

Rimal 3 Jumeirah Beach Residence Live by the beach Frederic Stevens (Ref No. AP174566)

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AED 1,870,000 2 BR 1,418 sq. ft.

Sadaf 8 Jumeirah Beach Residence

AED 3,500,000 4 BR 2,827 sq. ft.

Excellent value Hannah Bakshani (Ref No. AP299714)

AED 3,500,000 3 BR 1,878 sq. ft.

Rimal 1 Jumeirah Beach Residence

AED 2,925,000 3 BR 1,919 sq. ft.

Excellent value Nicholas Winter (Ref No. AP296968)

Sadaf 8 Jumeirah Beach Residence

AED 2,850,000 3 BR 1,848 sq. ft.

Property at budget prices Daniela Simona Cosnita (Ref No. AP55873)

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Jumeirah Park sales This is a truly up-and-coming area with independent villas finished to very high standards, large plot sizes and some private swimming pools. Scenic parks and a new shopping complex make the community an increasingly convenient place to move to.

Jumeirah Park - Nova Villas Jumeirah Park A desirable address Soheila Aeinehchi (Ref No. VI334648)

AED 3,925,000 4 BR 4,893 sq. ft.

Jumeirah Park Jumeirah Park

AED 5,900,000 5 BR 4,687 sq. ft.

Excellent value Hannah Bakshani (Ref No. VI334457)

Jumeirah Park - Nova Villas Jumeirah Park

AED 3,966,000 4 BR 4,893 sq. ft.

Privileged location Soheila Aeinehchi (Ref No. VI331387)

Jumeirah Park Jumeirah Park

AED 5,350,000 4 BR 4,335 sq. ft.

A stunning family home Pravin Patrick DMello (Ref No. VI330647)

Jumeirah Park Jumeirah Park A place to call home Ali Tabrizi (Ref No. VI307543)

AED 4,800,000 3 BR 3,527 sq. ft.

Jumeirah Park - Nova Villas Jumeirah Park Exceptional deal Elen Manukyan (Ref No. VI328829)

AED 4,580,970 4 BR 4,893 sq. ft.

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Short-term rentals If you’re staying in Dubai for a short time, take advantage of Better Homes’ self-catering rental properties, in prime locations across the city. They are let fully furnished with an equipped kitchen and laundry facilities, so you can move in straightaway.

AED 25,000 per month 2 BR 1,385 sq. ft.

5 Star hotel living with everything you need Kazim Ali (Ref No. APM332086)

Liberty House DIFC

The Signature Downtown Dubai

Burj Al Nujoom Downtown Dubai

Water’s Edge Business Bay

AED 25,000 per month 2 BR 1,373 sq. ft.

Inspiring setting Kazim Ali (Ref No. APM332098)

Bahar 1 Dubai Marina Self-contained development Kazim Ali (Ref No. APM331670)

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AED 25,500 per month 2 BR 1,880 sq. ft.

A desirable address Merracquel Flores (Ref No. APM328746)

Rimal 5 Dubai Marina Breathtaking sea views Kazim Ali (Ref No. APM309313)

AED 18,000 per month 1 BR 882 sq. ft.

Experience heights of luxury Maria Rhodora Layug (Ref No. APM334982)

AED 23,010 per month 2 BR 1,390 sq. ft.

Be where it all happens Norman Tarala (Ref No. APM326089)

AED 26,500 per month 2 BR 2,896 sq. ft.

The Signature Downtown Dubai

Amwaj 3 Dubai Marina

AED 21,000 per month 2 BR 1,267 sq. ft.

Bright and inviting residence Merracquel Flores (Ref No. APM332574)

AED 34,200 per month 3 BR 1,925 sq. ft.

Royal Oceanic Dubai Marina

AED 19,000 per month 2 BR 1,321 sq. ft.

Live by the beach Kazim Ali (Ref No. APM294213)

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