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Arabian Gulf

The Palm Jebel Ali

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Abu Dhabi

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Jumeirah Lake Towers

Discovery Gardens

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Green Community

Jumeirah Golf Estates

Deira

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Downtown Burj Dubai

Culture Village

Dubai World Central

Umm Ramool

Meydan City

deira district

Airport Free Zone

Twar

creek district

Qusais

Dubai Int. Airport

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Nadd Shamma

Ras Al Khor

Muhaisnah

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Nadd Al Hamar

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Arabian Ranches

dubailand district

Maktoum Int. Airport

world central district

Al Barari

Mirdif

Living Legends

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Mizar

Warqaa

mirdif district

Nad Al Sheba

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International City

Dubai Silicon Oasis

Dubailand

Khwaneej

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Dubai Metro Red line Green line Metro Stations

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better homes boutiques Residential Sales and Leasing offices: 1. Jumeirah Beach Residence 2. Dubai Marina 3. Barsha 4. Gold and Diamond Park (including Commercial Sales and Leasing)

Academic City

bur dubai district Bur Dubai Culture Village Dubai Maritime City Karama Oud Metha Umm Hurair Zabeel

5. Sheikh Zayed Road

downtown district

6. Head Office

Business Bay DIFC Downtown Burj Dubai Burj Dubai Blvd Burj Views The Old Town The Old Town Island The Residences Trade Centre 1&2

dubailand district

deira district U7 U8 U5 U7 U7 U7 T7

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Airport Free Zone Al Nahda Deira Garhoud Hamriya Hor Al Anz Mamzar Muhaisnah Nadd Al Hamar Nadd Shamma Qusais Twar Umm Ramool Wuheida

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Arabian Ranches Dubai Investment Park Dubai Lagoon Green Community Dubailand City of Arabia Dubai Sports City Motor City Falcon City of Wonders IMPZ Jumeirah Golf Estates

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al awir district Academic City Awir Dubai Outsource Zone Dubai Silicon Oasis International City

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emirates living district

jebel ali district

Al Furjan Barsha Discovery Gardens Dubiotech Emirates Living Emirates Hills The Lakes Meadows The Springs The Gardens The Greens Jumeirah Heights Jumeirah Islands Jumeirah Lake Towers Jumeirah Park Jumeirah Village TECOM (Barsha)

Downtown Jebel Ali Jebel Ali Technology Park

K8 N8 K7 N10 M7 M7 M7 M7 M7 K7 M7 K7 L7 L7 K8 M9 M7

jumeirah district R7 T7 R6 P7 Q7 T6 P6

Al Wasl Badaa Jumeirah Manara Safa Satwa Umm Suqeim

creek district Dubai Festival City The Lagoons Ras Al Khor

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Dubai Marina Jumeirah Beach Residence Dubai Pearl Dubai Promenade TECOM Internet City Media City Sufouh

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meydan district Al Barari Al Quoz Bu Kadra Meydan City Nad Al Sheba

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mirdif district Khwaneej Mirdif Mizar Warqaa

The Palm Deira

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palm jumeirah district The Palm Jumeirah The World

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waterfront district Dubai Waterfront The Palm Jebel Ali

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world central district Dubai World Central Dubai Industrial City Dubai Residential City

Our round-up of the hottest homes

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45 COMMERCIAL ZONE Start your search for a new office right here 51 BETTER INTERIORS Ideal living rooms, flat-screen TVs rated and the latest products Practical contacts to improve your quality of life

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Managing Director Victoria Hazell-Thatcher

See p26 for a great four bed villa in the Meadows for AED 5.4mn

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Dubai Festival City

The Lagoons

Motor City

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Al Nahda

Bu Kadra

Dubiotech

Sharjah Mamzar

Hor Al Anz

Karama Oud Metha

Garhoud

meydan district Dubai Sports City

Wuheida

Umm Hurair

Zabeel

bur dubai district Burj Dubai

IMPZ

42 SHARJAH Great-value options on offer

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Business Bay

Hamriya

Bur Dubai

Badaa

DIFC Trade Centre

downtown district Al Quoz

Jumeirah Village

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Dubai Investment Park

Satwa Emirates Towers

Al Wasl

Safa

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emirates living district

Technology Park

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Lovely villas right on the beach, for less than you might imagine...

37 SHORT-TERM RENTALS 39 ABU DHABI

jumeirah district 4

Al Furjan

Jebel Ali

A three bed villa at Arabian Ranches for under AED 2.9 mn? Turn to p29…

32 DOWNTOWN

Jumeirah

Umm Suqeim

Manara 3

Barsha

Al Fattan and Amwaj tower stunners plus excellent deals at Aurora and Atessa

28 DUBAILAND

marina district

Sufouh

Jumeirah Islands Jumeirah Park

The latest news from the frontline of property plus mortgage details

23 EMIRATES LIVING

Dubai Pearl Media Internet City City

Greens Emirates TECOM Living

Jumeirah The Gardens Heights

jebel ali district Downtown Jebel Ali

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Dubai Marina

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Burj Al Arab

Jumeirah Beach Residence

For more information call +971 600 52 2212

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palm deira district Dubai Maritime City

waterfront district

7. City Tower

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The Palm Jumeirah

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This magazine is designed to be an easy-to use guide to buying or renting a home or commercial space in Dubai and across the UAE. On page 10 you will find our map, which breaks the city into 15 separate districts: after the map you’ll find the listings broken down by district.

In each district, properties which are for sale are listed before those for rent, with each then sorted by area, price and availability.

Throughout each district are this month’s featured properties, defined by their large pictures. For more listings, visit the Better Homes website at www.bhomes.com. Happy hunting!

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Burj Khalifa - starting off the New Year in style

The latest news, facts and figures direct from the property frontline

STATE OF THE MARKET 2010

James Gauduchon asks whether after a tumultuous year, 2010 will see a fresh and mature start. expect a refreshing and sustainable As the market moved into Q2 of 2009 witnessed huge changes in the trend to the UAE market? Will the 2009, residential leasing became the UAE’s real estate market. Continuing sparkling inauguration of Burj Khalifa set most active sector – tenants across the a downward spiral from Q4 2008, a positive sentiment to 2010?

UAE moved home into larger units or residential, commercial, industrial and Following last year’s change, it seems more desirable areas as prices became hospitality real estate segments all that stability will increase and extend relatively cheaper. Areas of demand collapsed in line with the global credit beyond the residential and commercial witnessed stability; completed projects crisis and the UAE witnessed property areas of demand. Developments that in Dubai’s established areas evened out values dwindle in some areas, such as survived 2009 successfully may see and prices settled and even rose in a Palm Jumeirah, by up to 50%. Off the some slow price increases and sustained handful of cases. back of a decline in property values, positive growth; newly completed By year end, all property owners rental prices fell sharply, opening up projects and communities will develop had accepted a crash had occurred. yield decreases for landlords and great and establish. 2010 will illustrate General improvement and a shift to opportunities for tenants. Completed stability and set a standard for a growth global standards across the real estate units survived, off-plan units struggled period in 2011. Given that the market has and continue to do so. New office towers industry took place; residential tenants bottomed out and settled in completed no longer had to pay for annual leases in stood empty and opportunity costs of zones, 2010 presents buyers with the one cheque, commercial tenants were newly-complete buildings stood high. optimum chance to purchase homes given far more flexible options. The Property owners wished to sell, many and offices as end-users or long-term market developed some much needed of whom were experiencing negative regulation and now stands more mature, investors; annual capital gains will be equity on their units whereby owners steady, but expected in single digit closer to more developed, international owed more to banks than the sales growth, as seen in comparative global markets, despite a last minute Dubai prices they were being offered for their markets. Real estate investment will be debt announcement in Q4 of 2009. units. The glory years of UAE real estate seen as a lower risk, long term benefit.

Now that 2010 has arrived, can we investment had ended.

January 2010

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BURJ KHALIFA

Didn’t they have a little launch party at Burj Khalifa recently?

Indeed they did – an internationally-screened, fireworks-heavy extravaganza which attracted tens of thousands of visitors. Lights, lasers and pyrotechnics danced out along the length of the tower, blazing up the night sky. And the first residents are set to move in next month.

And it’s the tallest tower in the world?

Indeed it is, at 2,717 foot – that’s 828 metres – in height. It’s aso got the biggest number of stories in the world, the elevator with the longest travel distance and the highest outdoor observation deck in the world.

So, how do I get inside?

You can take a trip up in the elevator to the 124th floor viewing deck, from which you can see the earth curving away and the city laid out like a blanket beneath you. Do not forget your head for heights.

And how about getting a more permanent presence in the place?

The Burj Khalifa contains a huge amount of office space, plus 900 apartments (ranging from studios to four-bed pads) with eye-popping views and – for discerning label-lovers – the 144 ultra-luxurious Armani Residences.

How do I find out more?

Give us a call on +971 600 52 2212 for additional information on what’s on offer at the tower and to arrange viewings.

What are the facilities like?

First class – residents will have use of a library, cigar club, gourmet market, four storey fitness and recreation centre and a fine dining restaurant, ‘At.mosphere’, on level 122.

And what about offices?

There are two areas on offer at Burj Khalifa – the 37 floors of Corporate Suites and The Offices, all kitted out with exceptional technology including 10GB/s optical fiber links.

The entry to the Corporate Suites is through an extraordinary ‘Sky Lobby’, located on the 123rd floor.

FINANCE

LOAN RANGER

Found your dream property and need to sort out a mortgage? Look no further...

BANK

RATE

MIN.DEPOSIT

DURATION

PROCESSING FEE

REDEMPTION FEE

CONTACT

ADCB

8.75% - 9.75%

15%

25 YEARS

1% NO CAPP

FROM 2%

04 398 1886

ABU DHABI FINANCE

8.5% - 9%

15%

30 YEARS

0.75% IF PAID UPFRONT

2% OWN FUNDS 4% BUY OUT

04 398 1886

BARCLAYS

UP TO 9.5%

40% ONLY COMPLETED PROJECTS

25 YEARS

1% CAPPED AT 30,000 AED

1-5%

04 398 1886

DUBAI BANK

9.15%

30%

20 YEARS

1.0% CAPPED AT 15,000 AED

0%

04 398 1886

DUBAI ISLAMIC BANK

7.75% - 8.5%

20% TO 30%

20-25 YEARS

1.25% CAPPED AT 25,000 AED

2% CLOSING 4% BUY OUT

04 398 1886

AL HILAL BANK

9%

UAE NATIONAL STARTING FROM 15% / EXPAT STARTING FROM 25%

25 YEARS

1%

STARTING FROM 2%

800 66 66 66

LLOYDS

8.50%

50% VILLAS

20 YEARS

1%

0%

04 398 1886

MASHREQ

7.99% TO 8.25%

25% TO 50%

20 YEARS

1% CAPPED AT 25,000 AED

1% BEFORE 2 YEARS 3% BUY OUT

04 398 1886

EMIRATES NBD

6.68%

20% TO 25%

20 TO 25 YRS

1% MIN 5,000 AED

1-3%

04 398 1886

NOOR ISLAMIC BANK

9% TO 9.5%

15% TO 25%

20 TO 25 YRS

1% CAPPED AT 30,000 AED

2% OWN FUNDS 3% BUY OUT

04 398 1886

RAKBANK

7.49% TO 10.6%

20% TO 30%

25 YEARS

1% MAX 30 000 AED

1-3%

04 398 1886

STANDARD CHARTERED

7.05% TO 8.5%

25%

25 YEARS

1% OF L/A

2%

04 398 1886

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Your new apartment at Downtown Burj Dubai?

ASK THE EXPERTS THE PANEL LIZ O’CONNOR Is the Director of Residential Sales & Leasing - if you’re looking for a home to rent she’s the expert for you.

CHRIS GREEN Chris Green is the Managing Director of Independent Finance and an expert on mortgages and lending.

LAURA ADAMS Is a Manager of Residential Sales & Leasing and has a keen eye trained on the state of the market in the Downtown area.

BERNARD AOUN Is a Manager of Residential Sales & Leasing.

He’s the man to talk to if you want info on any development in town.

If you have any property questions to ask our crack team of real estate gurus, please send them to experts@hotmediapublishing.com

January 2010

Q

Has the real estate market in the UAE bottomed out or can we expect to see any further downward movement in prices?

LIZ O’CONNOR As far as we believe, the residential market has bottomed out and started to stabilise in the UAE, particularly with completed property and established areas, within Dubai.

Naturally, there are many areas of development where units are yet to be handed over, or projects far away from completion which were sold at a high price per sq. ft. that may see a downward turn in value, but in established and newer communities, property prices have weathered the recent recession and are set to sustain a stable state, before demand rises along with increases in property values.

With this in mind, now could be considered the best time to buy a home – getting an attractive price – but buying with a mediumlong term investment plan. 2009 showed us that the days of speculative investment in the UAE are over, and that the market has matured to be dominated by end-users and long term investors. This means that the property market in the UAE will become similar to those found in established, international zones – you own a unit for longer

periods of time, the capital appreciation is slower but more robust, the risks are lower and long term returns are still handsome.

Q

Now Burj Khalifa is open, will Downtown Burj Dubai become more popular as a place to live?

LAURA ADAMS Downtown Burj Dubai is already one of the city’s definitive destinations for residents to live, work, shop and spend leisure time. The fact that Burj Khalifa is now open will offer more buzz to the development’s epicentre. We expect to see an increasing number of visitors to the $20bn Downtown Burj Dubai development through 2010 as Dubai Mall becomes more established, and more F&B outlets open throughout the community.

With this, we will see a natural increase in demand for both sales and leasing requirements in the district. With Burj Khalifa now open, the idea of buying or renting a home in a community that hosts the world’s tallest tower is a huge USP, and the worldclass leisure facilities offered within the community will continue to drive demand in what we feel will become one of the most successful and impressive developments the UAE has seen.

Times are volatile. Prices Change Daily. Call +971 600 52 2212

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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 = 5.96 AED 1 USD = 3.67 AED 1 EURO = 5.28 AED

VILLAS

PRICES PER SQ/FT Sales Index Report - December 2009 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 last six months.

SALES COMMUNITY

ABU DHABI

MIN PRICE

MAX PRICE

AVG PRICE

MIN PRICE/ SQ.FT

MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

Al Reef

1,116,505

2,400,000

1,549,092

603

821

660

Bani Yas

4,570,883

4,570,883

4,570,883

750

750

750

Golf Gardens

3,389,000

3,500,000

3,444,500

921

952

937

DOWNTOWN DISTRICT

Downtown Burj Dubai

1,596,500

3,000,000

1,596,500

1,159

1,159

1,159

DUBAILAND DISTRICT

Dubai Investment Park

2,832,500

6,180,000

3,684,798

577

873

689

EMIRATES LIVING DISTRICT

Jumeirah Islands

5,000,000

15,000,000

6,141,375

904

1,269

1,174

MARINA DISTRICT

Dubai Marina

3,320,605

3,320,605

3,320,605

1,530

1,530

1,530

PALM JUMEIRAH DISTRICT

The Palm Jumeirah

6,695,000

18,540,000

14,410,442

1,614

2,649

2,214

COMMUNITY

MIN PRICE

MAX PRICE

AVG PRICE

MIN PRICE/ SQ.FT

MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

RENTALS

DEIRA DISTRICT

Garhoud

190,000

250,000

220,000

63

63

63

EMIRATES LIVING DISTRICT

Jumeirah Village

90,000

220,000

131,000

39

67

47

MARINA DISTRICT

Dubai Marina

200,000

350,000

275,000

68

100

84

MIRDIF DISTRICT

Warqaa

90,000

250,000

170,000

43

63

53

PALM JUMEIRAH DISTRICT

The Palm Jumeirah

310,000

420,000

385,000

57

82

61

MIN PRICE

MAX PRICE

AVG PRICE

MIN PRICE/ SQ.FT

MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

APARTMENTS SALES COMMUNITY

ABU DHABI

Al Reef

1,111,000

1,313,250

1,219,253

696

1,061

885

Al Reem Island

826,137

24,428,683

1,870,822

1,024

2,575

1,472

DOWNTOWN DISTRICT

Business Bay

820,159

3,139,286

1,541,118

978

1,455

1,162

DUBAILAND DISTRICT

Dubai Investment Park

495,430

2,680,500

1,427,444

508

1,087

786

EMIRATES LIVING DISTRICT

The Greens

772,500

2,266,000

1,662,203

991

1,356

1,138

MARINA DISTRICT

Mirdif

885,800

1,500,000

1,359,600

803

1,108

960

PALM JUMEIRAH DISTRICT

The Palm Jumeirah

1,339,000

3,000,000

5,669,585

965

6,466

1,907

RAS AL KHAIMAH

Al Hamra Village

843,286

843,286

843,286

522

522

522

COMMUNITY

MIN PRICE

MAX PRICE

AVG PRICE

MIN PRICE/ SQ.FT

MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

BUR DUBAI DISTRICT

Bur Dubai

40,000

150,000

56,111

42

120

83

DUBAILAND DISTRICT

Dubailand

60,000

125,000

91,250

57

63

58

RENTALS

EMIRATES LIVING DISTRICT

Discovery Gardens

32,000

90,000

44,627

50

125

66

Emirates Living

60,000

180,000

87,000

81

116

100

MIRDIF DISTRICT

Mirdif

50,000

70,000

58,250

67

116

90

PALM JUMEIRAH DISTRICT

The Palm Jumeirah

113,000

240,000

166,071

67

135

96

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

More listings at bhomes.com

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WE LOVE THIS PLACE…

MOTOR CITY

Businesswoman and mother of two Rosie Rizvi has found the perfect place for her and her motorbike-racing fanatic of a husband to settle down…

Where are you from and what brought you to Dubai?

I’m from Iran and my husband is from Pakistan. It was his business, Acorn Movers (www.acornmovers.com / 04 323 6920), that was the reason for my move to Dubai.

We’re in shipping and forwarding – the supply chain – and were established in London in 1992. I was managing the London branch of the company and, despite the downturn, we were becoming so busy in the Middle East that we decided to open our own warehouse here. Due to rapid growth January 2010

it became necessary for me to move to Dubai in September. Prior to moving here, I had been travelling to Dubai since 1995 and I’d pretty much seen the entire city. I love it – it’s only two hours from my home in Iran and I love Dubai’s weather and the fact that everyone’s so friendly.

What led you to choose Motor City?

It was between here and Arabian Ranches.

Motor City won for two main reasons: the villas are very spacious, and also my husband is hugely passionate about motorbikes, and

he gets down to the Autodrome every time there’s racing on there – my five-year-old son is also following in his footsteps!

How about you, have you tried your hand at any go-karting yet?

Oh no, I’m not into these things, I just watch them enjoying it! My husband used to ride a racing bike but when the kids were born I actually stopped him because it’s not safe.

He’s still got his gear stored in the warehouse though and I think he might buy himself a bike soon as he’s so into it.

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‘My kids are always off cycling, swimming and playing with their friends and I don’t have to worry – I feel that the entire neighbourhood is safe’ of her room so there’s plenty of storage!

I am very happy here.

How is the finishing?

Really excellent. With the two days of solid rain we had in December, most of Dubai was surrounded by huge puddles, but we didn’t have any problems with drainage, flooding or leaks – no problems at all.

What facilities does Motor City have?

There are some great recreational options: as well as the Autodrome, there’s an equestrian club behind us which my daughter absolutely loves. We also have the largest Spinneys in Dubai – I seem to be in there almost every day! Motor City will have the city’s longest street promenade once the development is complete – I think some of the salons and restaurants are set to open very soon.

What needs to be added to Motor City?

Basically it’s an up-and-coming area so not everything has opened yet, and the economic downturn has slowed things down a little.

When we moved in we were also without telephone, internet and TV for two months but those issues have been resolved by DU, and people who move into the area now will be connected almost immediately when they move in.

How’s the traffic?

I hardly notice any traffic. My children are at Repton School and we can get there in 15 or 20 minutes. There are excellent road links to most places actually – we particularly enjoy going to Global Village, and it’s just five minutes away!

What sort of people would Motor City suit?

There are lots of families here and a real

sense of community. My kids love cycling and, coming from London, I’m quite apprehensive about letting them out, but it’s so safe here. They’re always off cycling, swimming and playing with their friends and I don’t have to worry, I feel that the entire neighbourhood is safe. What’s more, socialising has never been easier – every day we are invited somewhere; families really come together here and there are constant birthday parties.

Have you decorated your home yourself?

Yes, and it looks almost exactly the same as the house I lived in back in London. It’s very cosy with a similar design and decoration and I’ve brought all my old furniture over here. We have been extremely busy with the business so I’ve not had the time to buy much new stuff.

At least you got free shipping!

Oh yes, free shipping, free storage…

I wanted to put my piano in here but my husband said no, and it’s been in storage ever since we moved. It’s great having your own warehouse!

What are the swimming pools like?

There are several pools where we live – and one is directly opposite our villa. The kids spend a lot of time in the pool and it’s lovely, with loads of sun loungers and palm trees. There are also lifeguards everywhere in this community – I see them every two minutes!

Tell us a bit about your villa.

The sitting room and dining room are really big and we have a beautiful garden (plus a gardener who works very hard!). My kids love how spacious their bedrooms are – in fact my seven-year-old daughter is obsessed with fashion and she has so many clothes and shoes but luckily her wardrobe runs the length

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Karama Oud Metha

Garhoud Culture Village Umm Ramool

Bu Kadra

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deira district

Airport Free Zone

Twar

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Qusais

Dubai Int. Airport

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Dubai Festival City

The Lagoons

creek district

Dubiotech

Mamzar

Al Nahda

bur dubai district

Meydan City

Sharjah

Hor Al Anz

Burj Dubai

meydan district

Wuheida

Umm Hurair

downtown district

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Hamriya

Bur Dubai

Badaa

DIFC Trade Centre

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Satwa Emirates Towers

Nadd Shamma

Ras Al Khor

Muhaisnah

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Nadd Al Hamar Arabian Ranches

Al Barari

Mirdif

Living Legends

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Mizar

Warqaa

mirdif district

Nad Al Sheba International City

Dubai Silicon Oasis

Khwaneej

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al awir district Awir Academic City

jebel ali district Downtown Jebel Ali Jebel Ali Technology Park

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jumeirah district Al Wasl Badaa Jumeirah Manara Safa Satwa Umm Suqeim

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marina district

palm deira district

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Dubai Waterfront The Palm Jebel Ali

Al Barari Al Quoz Bu Kadra Meydan City Nad Al Sheba

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DISTRICTS AND DEVELOPMENTS

To help you target your property search as effectively as possible, we’ve split the city into 15 distinct districts (see p10 for map showing exactly how we’ve divided it up). hotels. And nearby is Falcon City of Wonders, a falcon-shaped city containing life-size replicas of the Seven Wonders of the World, housing chic apartments and villas.

Also here is Dubai Motor City, home to Dubai Autodrome. Then there are some top residential developments including the equestrian-themed desert community Arabian Ranches, the lush and tranquil Green Community and Jumeirah Golf Estates, built around four themed golf courses. Dubai Sports City, meanwhile, is set to be home to residential properties and cricket and tennis academies.

MEYDAN DISTRICT The Meydan district includes the renowned Nad Al Sheba, best known for its racecourse and as the venue of the Dubai World Cup. The Meydan District is also home to Meydan City, which when completed will be a mixed use area with a long stretch of waterfront with berths and yachts. The Meydan District also encompasses Al Quoz industrial zone.

PALM DEIRA DISTRICT This district is focused exclusively on The Palm Deira, the largest of the three Palm Islands, set to be finished by 2015, and equipped with over January 2010

40 separate ‘fronds’, all stocked with homes, malls and marinas.

PALM JUMEIRAH DISTRICT 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. Just nearby is The World, 300 island clusters in the shape of the world, and divided into four categories private homes, estate homes, dream resorts, and community islands.

WATERFRONT DISTRICT The Waterfront District features Dubai Water-

front and The Palm Jebel Ali. A conglomeration of canals and artificial islands, Dubai Waterfront is shaped in an arc and will produce a shelter around the Palm.

The Palm itself is set to be ringed by luxury homes on stilts alongside six high-tech marinas.

JEBEL ALI DISTRICT The Downtown project is set to be one of the few truly pedestrian-centric areas of town, with its own low-emission public transport system, plus entertainment, residential and business zones.

JUMEIRAH DISTRICT This coastal residential area is one of the more

expensive and exclusive areas in Dubai and is filled with quiet roads of attractive old villas. This district includes areas such as Al Wasl, Badaa, Manara, Safa, Satwa, and Umm Suqeim.

LAGOONS DISTRICT This district comprises the seven artificiallycreated islands of the Lagoons and Dubai Festival City, a residential, business and entertainment development.

DUBAILAND DISTRICT This district is huge. Its principal claim to fame is that it’s home to Dubailand, 3 billion square feet of theme parks, shopping malls and hotels. It also includes City of Arabia, all 20 million square feet of it, which is set to be the main residential and retail centre at the heart of Dubailand. Then there’s Bawadi, a 100 billion dollar project hosting 31 theme-based

INTERNATIONAL CITY DISTRICT The multi-countrythemed International City features 10 architectural styles and is made up of 6 main areas: The Central District, Dubai Design Centre, The Dragon Mart, The Residential District, Lakes District, and the Forbidden City. Also in this district is Dubai Academic City, with its universities and housing.

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DOWNTOWN DISTRICT Business Bay is the regional business capital, a ‘city’ for international trade which is expected to have more than 230 commercial and residential towers when completed. Also in the district is Dubai International Financial

Centre , the world’s newest financial centre.

Finally there is Downtown Burj Dubai, a prestigious neighbourhood built around Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest tower and featuring around 30,000 houses, nine hotels, parkland area, 19 residential towers, the Dubai Mall and the Burj Lake.

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FOR SALE MARINA DISTRICT At the heart of this district is Dubai Marina, with over 200 towers.

Finishing off the mix are The Dubai Pearl and the freezones of TECOM and Dubai Media City.

EMIRATES LIVING DISTRICT 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, all prestigious districts with a range of high quality apartments, malls and community centres.

Another real standout in this district is Discovery Gardens, a 420,000 square metre

development with multi-sized apartments.

Jumeirah Islands is a self-contained community of 50 islands with homes available in one of four different architectural themes, all with their own pools. Jumeirah Park, meanwhile, is a familyorientated community which spreads out over 370 hectares. It has more than 2,000 villas and expansive parks.

MIRDIF DISTRICT A small but rapidly growing residential area comprised of Uptown Mirdif, Warqaa, and Khwaneej. Uptown Mirdiff has been designed on the lines of an ancient spa town and promises contoured landscapes filled with stylish townhouses.

WORLD CENTRAL DISTRICT This district solely focuses on the projects that make up Dubai World Central, comprising Dubai World Central International Airport, Dubai Industrial City, and Dubai Residential City.

DEIRA DISTRICT Areas in the Deira district include Qusais, Umm Ramool, Nadd Shamma, Nahda, Mamzar, and Twar.

BUR DUBAI DISTRICT The Bur Dubai district comprises areas such as Karama, Oud Metha, Umm Hurair and Zabeel.

It’s also home to Culture Village, a community which aims to incorporate the UAE’s cultural history in the buildings.

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D E L EA S B A T D BE LS DE ES LS DE ES LS DE ST LS EA ST S B EA T D S B AL ST BE EA D BE EA T B EA T B A T BE A D E L D ES L E E S D ST S D BES LS T D ES ALS DE BES LS DE ST LS B EA EST S B EA ST D S B EAL ST BE EAL E S A T BE A D B L D E L EA S B E T D BE LS D ES LS DE ES LS DE ST LS EA EST S B EA ST D S B EAL ST D E EA ST B EA T B A BE A D B L D E L D BE LS T D ES ALS DE EST LS DE ST LS EA EST S B EA ST D S B EA S B E T B A T BE A D B L D E L D BE LS T D ES LS DE BES LS DE ST LS EA EST S B EA A T BE A D B L D EA S B A T D BE LS DE ES LS DE ES LS DE ST LS EA ST EA T B EA T B A T BE A D E D ES LS T D ES ALS DE BES LS DE ST LS B B A T BE A EA S B E T D BE LS D ES LS DE ES LS DE EA ST B EA T B A D BE LS T D ES ALS DE EST EA S B E T B D BE LS D ES LS EA ST B A D BE LS DE EA T D BES 3 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

AED 2,163,000

SPRINGS 11 An investors dream!

2,455 sq. ft. Ready Now Bobby Uppal (Ref # VI244045)

3 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

EMIRATES LIVING

AED 1,957,000

PHASE 2 - SPRINGS Affordable luxury 2,455 sq. ft. Ready Now Kati Sabour (Ref # VI28935)

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EMIRATES LIVING

EMIRATES LIVING

2 BR

AED 1,699,000

JV PHASE 1 Guaranteed returns 2,691 sq. ft. Ready Now Wael Gomaa (Ref # VI69962)

JUMEIRAH VILLAGE

1 BR

4 BR

AED 5,500,000

MEADOWS 8 PHASE 4C A prestigious address 5,400 sq. ft. Ready Now Amine Issa (Ref # VI230638)

1 BR

AED 556,500

DISCOVERY GARDENS

4 BR

JUMEIRAH ISLANDS

5 BR

DUBAILAND

DUBAILAND

BUILDING 226 Amazing value 947 sq. ft. Ready Now Nick Nuziale (Ref # AP268088)

AED 5,974,000

MEDITERRANEAN CLUSTERS One of the Best Deals in the Market 5,200 sq. ft. Ready Now Elen Manukyan (Ref # VI269107)

AED 1,030,000

THE FAIRWAYS - NORTH TOWER Experience heights of luxury 753 sq. ft. Ready Now Michelle Shepheard (Ref # AP251507)

7 BR

AED 18,025,000

PHASE 1 Competitive price, call now 9,214 sq. ft. Ready Now Melanie Mouton (Ref # VI226603)

AED 3,500,000

VICTORY HEIGHTS - CARMEN Signature development 4,334 sq. ft. Ready Now Amine Issa (Ref # VI274422)

2 BR

AED 1,599,590

UPTOWN MOTORCITY Inspection will impress 1,953 sq. ft. Ready June 2010 Deborah Staines (Ref # AP237633)

5 BR

AED 4,841,000

GREEN COMMUNITY MOTORCITY Contemporary style/layout 5,775 sq. ft. Ready December 2009 Roy Yacoub (Ref # VI266460)

DUBAILAND

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JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS

LAKE SHORE TOWERS

AED 1,390,500

2 BR

Brand new luxury apartments 1,496 sq. ft. Ready Now Amalia Paraschiv (Ref # AP47962)

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PALM JUMEIRAH DISTRICT FOR SALE 145+ PROPERTIES IN PALM JUMEIRAH ONLINE NOW VISIT BHOMES.COM

THE PALM JUMEIRAH

3 BR

AED 2,667,700

AL MSALLI (B17) Beachfront living at an attractive price 2,260 sq. ft. Ready Now Deborah Staines (Ref # AP259179)

THE PALM JUMEIRAH

AL SHAHLA (B10) Experience the height of luxury 4,917 sq. ft. Ready Now Wassim Abdallah (Ref # AP89653)

THE PALM JUMEIRAH

CANAL COVE Smart home living 3,800 sq. ft. Ready Now Fadi El Fares (Ref # VI244888)

January 2010

4 BR

THE PALM JUMEIRAH

4 BR

THE PALM JUMEIRAH

AED 5,356,000

AED 6,499,300

AL SULTANA (B5) Stunning view of the sea 5,563 sq. ft. Ready Now Nathan Bennett (Ref # AP260068)

CANAL COVE A desirable address 3,800 sq. ft. Ready Now Robert Allsopp (Ref # VI228091)

4 BR

THE PALM JUMEIRAH

4 BR

THE PALM JUMEIRAH

AED 14,420,000

AED 6,695,000

C FROND (HILALI VILLAS) Prized location 7,000 sq. ft. Ready Now Svetlana Gorbach (Ref # VI75651)

D FROND (BARHI VILLAS) Inspiring setting 5,000 sq. ft. Ready Now Marion Abuthina (Ref # VI262897)

6 BR

AED 19,570,000

4 BR

AED 8,755,000

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THE PALM JUMEIRAH

F FROND (YABRI VILLAS) A desirable address 7,000 sq. ft. Ready Now Joakim Carlsson (Ref # VI267067)

THE PALM JUMEIRAH

THE PALM JUMEIRAH

GOLDEN MILE World class development 4,683 sq. ft. Ready Now Stephen Ye (Ref # AP261867)

THE PALM JUMEIRAH

L FROND (FARA VILLAS) Experience the height of luxury 5,461 sq. ft. Ready Now Ali Tabrizi (Ref # VI263686)

3 BR

THE PALM JUMEIRAH

4 BR

THE PALM JUMEIRAH

4 BR

THE PALM JUMEIRAH

AED 3,090,000

AL SULTANA (B5) Sunny, spacious apartment 2,300 sq. ft. Ready Now Marion Abuthina (Ref # AP267554)

3 BR

THE PALM JUMEIRAH

5 BR

THE PALM JUMEIRAH

AED 3,500,000

AED 9,270,000

GOLDEN MILE World class development 5,360 sq. ft. Ready Now Stephen Ye (Ref # VI261864)

L FROND (FARA VILLAS) Competitive price, call now 5,000 sq. ft. Ready Now Svetlana Gorbach (Ref # VI252543)

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AED 3,850,000

AED 9,785,000

F FROND (YABRI VILLAS) Affordable luxury 7,000 sq. ft. Ready Now Fadi El Fares (Ref # VI258467)

JASH FALQA (B7) Dynamic development 2,260 sq. ft. Ready Now Robert Allsopp (Ref # AP169485)

P FROND (SULLAJ VILLAS) A prestigious address 7,000 sq. ft. Ready Now Svetlana Gorbach (Ref # VI77792)

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6 BR

AED 16,943,500

6 BR

AED 15,965,000

3 BR

AED 2,832,500

6 BR

AED 16,892,000

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MARINA DISTRICT

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DUBAI MARINA

3 BR

AL FATTAN MARINE TOWER The best of city living 2,308 sq. ft. Ready Now Tulay Ozcan (Ref # AP258914)

DUBAI MARINA

AL MASS Affordable luxury 1,100 sq. ft. Ready Now Robert Allsopp (Ref # AP266232)

DUBAI MARINA

AL SEEF TOWER A desirable address 3,358 sq. ft. Ready Now Zahra Slassi (Ref # AP9910)

January 2010

1 BR

DUBAI MARINA

3 BR

DUBAI MARINA

AED 1,648,000

AED 3,811,000

AL SEEF TOWER Uncompromising luxury 3,554 sq. ft. Ready Now Robert Allsopp (Ref # AP160013)

AMWAJ 4 A motivated seller!

1,343 sq. ft. Ready Now Fauzan Ahmad (Ref # AP259282)

AED 3,615,300

3 BR

DUBAI MARINA

2 BR

DUBAI MARINA

AED 3,399,000

AED 1,799,410

AL SEEF TOWER Experience heights of luxury 3,554 sq. ft. Ready Now Yasmeen Buzari (Ref # AP269201)

AMWAJ 4 Looking for lifestyle?

1,277 sq. ft. Ready Now Penny Higgins (Ref # AP218521)

4 BR

AED 4,532,000

2 BR

AED 1,648,000

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DUBAI MARINA

AMWAJ 4 Looking for lifestyle?

1,332 sq. ft. Ready Now Stephanie Paaske (Ref # AP269304)

DUBAI MARINA

AMWAJ 4 Beachfront living at an attractive price 1,342 sq. ft. Ready Now Jon Yarrow (Ref # AP173030)

DUBAI MARINA

ATTESSA Premier location 1,558 sq. ft. Ready Now Rita Mouawad (Ref # AP266369)

DUBAI MARINA

BAHAR 1 Beachfront living at an attractive price 1,214 sq. ft. Ready Now Jasmine Patel (Ref # AP41263)

2 BR

DUBAI MARINA

1 BR

DUBAI MARINA

Studio

DUBAI MARINA

AED 1,648,000

2 BR

DUBAI MARINA

2 BR

DUBAI MARINA

AED 2,523,500

AED 1,656,446

AURORA One of the Best Deals in the Market 953 sq. ft. Ready Now Elen Manukyan (Ref # AP261924)

D.E.C TOWER Amazing value 638 sq. ft. Ready Now Martina Fella (Ref # AP258652)

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AED 1,390,500

AED 748,553

ARY MARINA VIEW Unobstructed views of the marina 1,104 sq. ft. Ready Now Gillian Asker (Ref # AP172379)

BAHAR 1 Everything on your doorstep 1,050 sq. ft. Ready Now Jasmine Patel (Ref # AP10279)

D.E.C TOWER Attractive investment opportunity 1,739 sq. ft. Ready Now Paul Musson (Ref # AP265200)

2 BR

AED 2,000,000

1 BR

AED 1,133,000

1 BR

AED 1,438,395

2 BR

AED 1,700,736

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DUBAI MARINA

D.E.C TOWER 2 Amazing value 948 sq. ft. Ready Now Nina Pekina (Ref # AP228076)

DUBAI MARINA

D.E.C TOWER 2 Ready to move in 948 sq. ft. Ready Now Jon Yarrow (Ref # AP274319)

DUBAI MARINA

DREAMS Competitive price, call now 610 sq. ft. Ready Now Rami Abi Faraj (Ref # AP261968)

DUBAI MARINA

KG TOWER Best value 2,405 sq. ft. Ready Now Tulay Ozcan (Ref # AP22014)

January 2010

1 BR

AED 875,500

1 BR

AED 988,800

DUBAI MARINA

1 BR

DUBAI MARINA

3 BR

DUBAI MARINA

AED 668,395

AED 2,238,808

Studio

D.E.C TOWER Exceptional deal!

603 sq. ft. Ready Now Amalia Paraschiv (Ref # AP82927)

IRIS BLUE Unobstructed views of the marina 1,547 sq. ft. Ready Now Stephanie Paaske (Ref # AP258430)

KG TOWER Great family home 2,722 sq. ft. Ready Now Wassim Abdallah (Ref # AP22011)

AED 587,100

2 BR

DUBAI MARINA

3 BR

DUBAI MARINA

AED 2,369,000

AED 3,090,000

IRIS BLUE Experience heights of luxury 1,574 sq. ft. Ready Now Anda Marin (Ref # AP231581)

KG TOWER State-of-the-art facilities 3,181 sq. ft. Ready Now Rita Mouawad (Ref # AP267527)

2 BR

AED 2,575,000

3 BR

AED 3,193,000

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DUBAI MARINA

FOR RENT

DORRA BAY A desirable address 1,098 sq. ft. Ready Now Rami Abi Faraj (Ref # AP37715)

1 BR

DUBAI MARINA

2 BR

DUBAI MARINA

1 BR

DUBAI MARINA

AED 85,000

DREAMS 2 Amazing value 2,510 sq. ft. Ready Now Sharon Sweet (Ref # AP263579)

2 BR

AED 115,000

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DUBAI MARINA

EMIRATES CROWN Best value 1,700 sq. ft. Ready Now Katarina Geenen (Ref # AP229141)

DUBAI MARINA

LOTUS SERVICED APARTMENT Competitive price, call now 770 sq. ft. Ready Now Adam Farani (Ref # AP274539)

DUBAI MARINA

MARINA HEIGHTS Privileged location 5,456 sq. ft. Ready Now Sharif Abuthina (Ref # AP66559)

Studio

DUBAI MARINA

5 BR

DUBAI MARINA

AED 75,000

AED 550,000

MARINA DIAMOND 2 Amazing value 681 sq. ft. Ready Now Joseph Charro (Ref # AP11066)

MARINA VIEW TOWERS 1 Amazing value 421 sq. ft. Ready Now Hakima Slassi (Ref # AP175111)

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AED 160,000

AED 65,000

GULF NATIONAL Amazing value 1,500 sq. ft. Ready Now Nicholas Winter (Ref # AP260364)

MARINA DIAMOND 3 Best value 650 sq. ft. Ready Now Robert Kerr (Ref # AP8433)

2 BR

AED 100,000

1 BR

AED 70,000

Studio

AED 47,000

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DUBAI MARINA

MESK TOWER Affordable luxury 4,534 sq. ft. Ready Now Sharif Abuthina (Ref # AP269020)

DUBAI MARINA

QUAY WEST Brand new luxury apartments 762 sq. ft. Ready Now Deepali Dhanrajani (Ref # AP237350)

DUBAI MARINA

SADAF 4 In a class by itself 2,600 sq. ft. Ready Now Tarek Gouda (Ref # AP259382)

DUBAI MARINA

SADAF 8 Self-contained development 3,000 sq. ft. Ready Now Better Homes (Ref # AP173858)

January 2010

4 BR

DUBAI MARINA

1 BR

DUBAI MARINA

2 BR

DUBAI MARINA

4 BR

DUBAI MARINA

AED 350,000

AED 95,000

AED 300,000

AED 250,000

MURJAN 2 Self-contained development 645 sq. ft. Ready Now Rami Abi Faraj (Ref # AP264245)

DUBAI MARINA RE/392-420 Amazing value 981 sq. ft. Ready Now Claire Rowe (Ref # AP260328)

SADAF 4 Self-contained development 1,940 sq. ft. Ready Now Rasha Moslyh (Ref # AP173547)

SANIBEL Panoramic views of the marina 849 sq. ft. Ready Now Hannah Moody (Ref # AP218124)

Studio

DUBAI MARINA

1 BR

DUBAI MARINA

3 BR

DUBAI MARINA

1 BR

DUBAI MARINA

AED 80,000

AED 150,000

AED 150,000

AED 100,000

MURJAN TOWER Breathtaking vistas 1,510 sq. ft. Ready Now Angelo Kazan (Ref # AP993)

SADAF 1 Self-contained development 1,870 sq. ft. Ready Now Martina Plumley (Ref # AP171929)

SADAF 6 Self-contained development 1,870 sq. ft. Ready Now Martina Plumley (Ref # AP171930)

TIME PLACE Prestigious urban development 1,742 sq. ft. Ready Now Rami Abi Faraj (Ref # AP179189)

2 BR

AED 145,000

3 BR

AED 145,000

3 BR

AED 160,000

3 BR

AED 165,000

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EMIRATES LIVING

7 BR

EMIRATES HILLS PHASE 1 Quintessential luxury living 19,914 sq. ft. Ready Now Patrice Torbet (Ref # VI267496)

BARSHA

7 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

EMIRATES LIVING

2 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

BARSHA - 3 AED 16,000,000 5 Star hotel living with everything you need 13,000 sq. ft.

Abdul latif Al Jasimi (Ref # VI264161)

GOLF TOWER 1 AED 1,297,057 The kind of home you’ve only ever dreamed about 1,269 sq. ft. Ready Now Grace Zhao Eckhardt (Ref # AP47559)

DEEMA A prestigious address 3,628 sq. ft. Ready Now Patrice Torbet (Ref # VI243352)

GOLF TOWER 2 Magnificent golf course views 1,318 sq. ft. Ready Now Gillian Asker (Ref # AP265287)

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AED 50,985,000

3 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

2 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

AED 3,399,000

AED 2,060,000

FORAT Close to all amenities 3,015 sq. ft. Ready Now Penny Higgins (Ref # VI266405)

GOLF TOWER 3 Stunning views over the golf course 962 sq. ft. Ready Now Stephanie Paaske (Ref # AP264363)

3 BR

AED 3,090,000

1 BR

AED 1,297,800

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EMIRATES LIVING

3 BR

GOLF TOWERS CANAL VILLAS AED 2,781,000 The kind of home you’ve only dreamt about 1,959 sq. ft. Ready Now Elen Manukyan (Ref # VI259064)

EMIRATES LIVING

HATTAN 2 A prestigious address 6,124 sq. ft. Ready Now Rita Mouawad (Ref # VI257939)

EMIRATES LIVING

MAEEN 4 Picturesque surroundings 3,015 sq. ft. Ready Now Victoria R. (Ref # VI261174)

EMIRATES LIVING

MEADOWS 9 PHASE 2 An entertainers delight 4,018 sq. ft. Ready Now Gillian Asker (Ref # VI267255)

January 2010

6 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

4 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

5 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

AED 9,785,000

3 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

4 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

AED 3,150,000

AED 4,145,750

MEADOWS 1 A prestigious address 3,694 sq. ft. Ready Now Stephen Ye (Ref # VI262121)

MEADOWS 9 PHASE 2 Views of lush landscapes 3,806 sq. ft. Ready Now Jan Tabrizi (Ref # VI267176)

AED 4,378,000

AED 4,017,000

MAEEN Self-contained development 2,628 sq. ft. Ready Now Wadih Al Hakim (Ref # VI263541)

MEADOWS 1 Uncompromising luxury 3,578 sq. ft. Ready Now Nick Nuziale (Ref # VI269255)

MEADOWS 9 PHASE 2 Idyllic surroundings 3,805 sq. ft. Ready Now Rosina Holtzhausen (Ref # VI260878)

3 BR

AED 2,781,000

4 BR

AED 4,738,000

5 BR

AED 4,377,500

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EMIRATES LIVING

MONTGOMERIE MAISONETTES Affordable luxury 4,119 sq. ft. Ready Now Hannah Bakshani (Ref # VI267223)

EMIRATES LIVING

PHASE 1 Experience heights of luxury 13,150 sq. ft. Ready Now Liudmila Shapedko (Ref # VI258708)

EMIRATES LIVING

PHASE 1 A prestigious address 21,300 sq. ft. Ready Now Thomas Bunker (Ref # VI242186)

EMIRATES LIVING

PHASE 1 Unrivalled master plan community 11,007 sq. ft. Ready Now Nina Pekina (Ref # VI267505)

4 BR

AED 6,798,000

7 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

7 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

5 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

AED 56,444,000

AED 56,650,000

AED 25,750,000

4 BR

MEADOWS 9 PHASE 2 Amazing value 3,426 sq. ft. Ready Now Rabih Hankir (Ref # VI260058)

PHASE 1 Captivating environment 40,000 sq. ft. Ready Now Melanie Mouton (Ref # VI265530)

PHASE 1 Unrivalled master plan community 12,000 sq. ft. Ready Now Bobby Uppal (Ref # VI96682)

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AED 3,759,500

6 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

4 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

AED 51,500,000

AED 23,072,000

PHASE 1 Unrivalled master plan community 10,000 sq. ft. Ready Now Melanie Mouton (Ref # VI267619)

5 BR

AED 18,540,000

4 BR

PHASE 1 AED 26,500,000 Designed and finished to the highest standards 10,400 sq. ft. Ready Now Melanie Mouton (Ref # VI55865)

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house

EMIRATES LIVING

PHASE 1 - MEADOWS Matchless location 3,683 sq. ft. Ready Now Sue Welsh (Ref # VI70865)

EMIRATES LIVING

PHASE 2 - SPRINGS Affordable luxury 2,455 sq. ft. Ready Now Kati Sabour (Ref # VI28935)

EMIRATES LIVING

SPRINGS 11 A great family option 2,274 sq. ft. Ready Now Ammar Omran (Ref # VI260044)

January 2010

4 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

3 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

3 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

AED 5,400,000

3 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

3 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

AED 1,957,000

AED 2,266,000

PHASE 7 - SPRINGS AED 2,343,250 The kind of home you’ve only ever dreamed about 2,646 sq. ft. Ready Now Fadi El Fares (Ref # VI72036)

SPRINGS 11 Self-contained development 2,272 sq. ft. Ready Now Farzin Pouyan (Ref # VI258721)

AED 2,266,000

PHASE 2 - MEADOWS A motivated seller!

4,045 sq. ft. Ready Now Bobby Uppal (Ref # VI9336)

SPRINGS 1 A great family option 2,572 sq. ft. Ready Now Wadih Al Hakim (Ref # VI260435)

SPRINGS 11 An investors dream!

2,455 sq. ft. Ready Now Bobby Uppal (Ref # VI244045)

4 BR

AED 4,017,000

3 BR

AED 2,935,500

3 BR

AED 2,163,000

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EMIRATES LIVING DISTRICT BARSHA

FOR RENT

AL HABBAI BUILDING Dynamic development 947 sq. ft. Ready Now Better Homes (Ref # AP267709)

1 BR

BARSHA

1 BR

DISCOVERY GARDENS

4 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

4 BR

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS

AED 63,000

SUMMERLAND Amazing value 980 sq. ft. Ready Now Better Homes (Ref # APM215852)

1 BR

AED 65,000

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BARSHA

SUMMERLAND Amazing value 980 sq. ft. Ready Now Better Homes (Ref # APM215849)

DISCOVERY GARDENS

BUILDING 230 One of the Best Deals in the Market 872 sq. ft. Ready Now Better Homes (Ref # AP254618)

JUMEIRAH ISLANDS

EUROPEAN CLUSTERS A prestigious address 6,296 sq. ft. Ready Now Danielle O’Reilly (Ref # VI258862)

1 BR

EMIRATES LIVING

5 BR

JUMEIRAH ISLANDS

AED 58,000

AED 385,000

PHASE 1 A desirable address 12,513 sq. ft. Ready Now Yasmin Piroozan (Ref # VI54471)

ISLAMIC CLUSTERS A prestigious address 5,338 sq. ft. Ready Now Brett Meadway (Ref # VI266823)

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

AED 65,000

AED 1,100,000

AED 310,000

BUILDING 07 Amazing value 600 sq. ft. Ready Now Tracey Norman (Ref # AP266459)

SPRINGS 1 Everything on your doorstep 2,258 sq. ft. Ready Now Danielle O’Reilly (Ref # VI268918)

BONNINGTON TOWER Affordable luxury 1,050 sq. ft. Ready Now Adam Farani (Ref # AP264774)

Studio

AED 75,000

3 BR

AED 180,000

2 BR

AED 145,000

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28 FOR SALE DUBAILAND DISTRICT

DUBAILAND DISTRICT

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ARABIAN RANCHES

5 BR

AL MAHRA Meticulously planned development 4,298 sq. ft. Ready Now Shervin Pouyan (Ref # VI170455)

ARABIAN RANCHES

AL MAHRA Superior location 4,298 sq. ft. Ready Now Rosina Holtzhausen (Ref # VI267994)

ARABIAN RANCHES

ALMA Affordable luxury 2,436 sq. ft. Ready Now Fadi El Fares (Ref # VI262021)

January 2010

5 BR

ARABIAN RANCHES

3 BR

ARABIAN RANCHES

AED 4,738,000

AED 2,678,000

ALMA A great family option 2,540 sq. ft. Ready Now Jon Yarrow (Ref # VI266617)

ALVORADA 2 Best value 3,765 sq. ft. Ready Now Shervin Pouyan (Ref # VI258205)

AED 5,150,000

3 BR

ARABIAN RANCHES

3 BR

ARABIAN RANCHES

AED 2,450,000

AED 3,708,000

ALMA Ideal family living 2,788 sq. ft. Ready Now Joakim Carlsson (Ref # VI266433)

GAZELLE / AL REEM 2 Amazing value 2,628 sq. ft. Ready Now Conny Mathei (Ref # VI165201)

4 BR

AED 2,849,895

3 BR

AED 2,369,000

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ARABIAN RANCHES

HATTAN Affordable luxury 6,967 sq. ft. Ready Now Nick Nuziale (Ref # VI268194)

ARABIAN RANCHES

MIRADOR PHASE 2 Affordable luxury 4,947 sq. ft. Ready Now Robert Allsopp (Ref # VI265568)

ARABIAN RANCHES

SAHEEL VILLAS A place to call home 3,166 sq. ft. Ready Now Patrice Torbet (Ref # VI172469)

ARABIAN RANCHES

SAHEEL VILLAS Great family home 4,909 sq. ft. Ready Now Robert Allsopp (Ref # VI54324)

5 BR

AED 8,250,300

5 BR

AED 4,532,000

ARABIAN RANCHES

3 BR

ARABIAN RANCHES

5 BR

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

AED 3,502,000

AED 6,180,000

3 BR

GAZELLE / AL REEM 2 At never-before prices 3,153 sq. ft. Ready Now Jan Tabrizi (Ref # VI268839)

SAHEEL VILLAS Uncompromising luxury 4,909 sq. ft. Ready Now Nick Nuziale (Ref # VI267243)

EAST GARDEN - BLOCK C Property at budget prices 2,362 sq. ft. Ready Now Ali Tabrizi (Ref # AP3341)

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

AED 2,884,000

5 BR

ARABIAN RANCHES

3 BR

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

AED 5,499,170

AED 2,420,500

SAHEEL VILLAS Great family home 3,216 sq. ft. Ready Now Patrice Torbet (Ref # VI266747)

EAST GARDEN - BLOCK F Guaranteed return on investment 1,757 sq. ft. Ready Now Mohsin Hamid (Ref # AP3434)

3 BR

AED 3,193,000

2 BR

AED 1,442,000

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30 FOR SALE DUBAILAND DISTRICT

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

GC PHASE 1A Signature development 4,036 sq. ft. Ready Now Robert Allsopp (Ref # VI158424)

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

GC PHASE 1A Best value 533 sq. ft. Ready Now Fadi El Fares (Ref # AP267175)

STUDIO

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

5 BR

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

6 BR

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

AED 579,609

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

1 BR

GC PHASE 2 WEST Picturesque setting 1,070 sq. ft. Ready Now Nicole Burt (Ref # AP41665)

AED 899,000

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

GC PHASE 2 WEST Affordable luxury 5,900 sq. ft. Ready Now Hannah Bakshani (Ref # VI260501)

AED 3,914,000

GC PHASE 1A Live with a view to inspire 5,900 sq. ft. Ready Now Rene Neil D’souza (Ref # VI2917)

GC PHASE 2 WEST Amazing value 4,200 sq. ft. Ready Now Hannah Bakshani (Ref # VI230884)

3 BR

AED 2,832,500

5 BR

AED 4,738,000

4 BR

AED 2,884,000

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DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

GREEN COMMUNITY Exceptional deal!

7,075 sq. ft. Ready Now Liudmila Shapedko (Ref # VI266925)

January 2010

AED 5,922,500

GREEN COMMUNITY A motivated seller!

5,900 sq. ft. Ready Now Liudmila Shapedko (Ref # VI261918)

5 BR

AED 3,914,000

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DUBAILAND DISTRICT

ARABIAN RANCHES

FOR RENT

GAZELLE / AL REEM 3 Meticulously planned development 1,649 sq. ft. Ready Now Joseph Charro (Ref # VI269023)

2 BR

ARABIAN RANCHES

2 BR

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

5 BR

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

4 BR

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

AED 110,000

GAZELLE / AL REEM 3 Amazing value 1,296 sq. ft. Ready Now Sylvia O’Connor (Ref # VI226175)

2 BR

AED 105,000

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DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

EWAN RESIDENCE Best value 1,200 sq. ft. Ready Now Violeta Abboud (Ref # AP163841)

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

GC PHASE 2 WEST Easy living 958 sq. ft. Ready Now Susan Brand (Ref # AP44771)

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

GC PHASE 2 WEST A place to call home 4,200 sq. ft. Ready May 2010 Susan Brand (Ref # VI225867)

1 BR

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

4 BR

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

AED 60,000

AED 215,000

GC PHASE 2 WEST A place to call home 5,900 sq. ft. Ready January 2010 Susan Brand (Ref # VI266477)

GC PHASE 2 WEST Privileged location 4,200 sq. ft. Ready January 2010 Aj Leith (Ref # VI57763)

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AED 65,000

AED 250,000

AED 220,000

GC PHASE 2 WEST Privileged location 924 sq. ft. Ready Now Susan Brand (Ref # AP46482)

GC PHASE 2 WEST A place to call home 4,200 sq. ft. Ready May 2010 Susan Brand (Ref # VI264173)

GC PHASE 2 WEST Privileged location 4,200 sq. ft. Ready January 2010 Aj Leith (Ref # VI37670)

1 BR

AED 60,000

4 BR

AED 225,000

4 BR

AED 210,000

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ED UR AT FE

DOWNTOWN DISTRICT

FOR SALE 475+ PROPERTIES IN DOWNTOWN ONLINE NOW VISIT BHOMES.COM

DIFC

2 BR

LIBERTY HOUSE Affordable luxury 1,683 sq. ft. Ready Now Thomas Bunker (Ref # AP262590)

BUSINESS BAY

EXECUTIVE TOWER J Ambitious initiative 1,076 sq. ft. Ready Now Randall Reibling (Ref # AP231344)

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

BURJ DUBAI TOWER World class development 2,008 sq. ft. Ready Now Stanislav Sobolyev (Ref # AP265672)

January 2010

1 BR

BUSINESS BAY

2 BR

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

AED 1,076,247

AED 8,066,136

EXECUTIVE TOWER J Ambitious initiative 1,076 sq. ft. Ready Now Randall Reibling (Ref # AP230843)

BURJ VIEWS 5 Star hotel living with everything you need 595 sq. ft. Ready Now Stanislav Sobolyev (Ref # AP262448)

AED 4,120,000

1 BR

AED 1,076,247

Studio

AED 1,085,287

BUSINESS BAY

EXECUTIVE TOWER J A motivated seller!

2,088 sq. ft. Ready Now Randall Reibling (Ref # AP230822)

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI BURJ VIEWS Excellent finish 855 sq. ft. Ready Now Jan Tabrizi (Ref # AP258283)

3 BR

AED 1,989,342

1 BR

AED 1,179,967

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ED UR AT FE

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

BURJ VIEWS A Executive elegance 873 sq. ft. Ready Now Jon Yarrow (Ref # AP227068)

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

MISKA 2 Affordable luxury 1,239 sq. ft. Ready Now Liudmila Shapedko (Ref # AP264156)

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

REEHAN 6 Affordable luxury 1,354 sq. ft. Ready Now Wassim Abdallah (Ref # AP173196)

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

TAJER RESIDENCES Experience heights of luxury 990 sq. ft. Ready Now Randall Reibling (Ref # AP267263)

1 BR

AED 1,081,500

2 BR

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

2 BR

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

1 BR

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

AED 2,476,005

AED 2,420,500

AED 2,266,000

1 BR

KAMOON 3 Premium amenities 804 sq. ft. Ready Now Amine Issa (Ref # AP259994)

SOUTH RIDGE 1 The best of city living 1,491 sq. ft. Ready Now Nick Nuziale (Ref # AP267323)

AED 1,545,000

2 BR

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

2 BR

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

AED 1,958,000

THE ADDRESS DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI AED 4,534,000 An iconic masterpiece 1,732 sq. ft. Ready Now Nick Nuziale (Ref # AP231720)

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TAJER RESIDENCES At never-before prices 1,455 sq. ft. Ready Now Nick Nuziale (Ref # AP268668)

THE ADDRESS DUBAI MALL Premium amenities 655 sq. ft. Ready Now Melanie Mouton (Ref # AP92549)

2 BR

AED 2,295,866

Studio

AED 1,442,000

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DOWNTOWN DISTRICT

BUSINESS BAY

FOR RENT

EXECUTIVE TOWER E Live closer to work 1,436 sq. ft. Ready Now Better Homes (Ref # AP268398)

2 BR

BUSINESS BAY

4 BR

BUSINESS BAY

1 BR

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

1 BR

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

AED 140,000

EXECUTIVE TOWER E Panoramic views 1,766 sq. ft. Ready Now Better Homes (Ref # AP263712)

3 BR

AED 140,000

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BUSINESS BAY

EXECUTIVE TOWER H Live closer to work 3,744 sq. ft. Ready Now Better Homes (Ref # AP269208)

BUSINESS BAY

EXECUTIVE TOWER M Amazing value 1,647 sq. ft. Ready Now Travis Eltringham (Ref # AP274596)

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

THE ADDRESS DUBAI MALL Landmark address 539 sq. ft. Ready Now Warwick Rowe (Ref # AP267604)

January 2010

2 BR

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

Studio

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

AED 125,000

AED 115,000

MISKA 1 Affordable luxury 809 sq. ft. Ready Now Sandra Shadman (Ref # AP179615)

THE LOFTS - WEST Captivating environment 709 sq. ft. Ready Now Heike Pfordte (Ref # AP267832)

AED 180,000

AED 95,000

AED 90,000

2 BR

EXECUTIVE TOWER M AED 125,000 Panoramic view of Dubai’s impressive skyline 1,647 sq. ft. Ready Now Travis Eltringham (Ref # AP274796)

SOUTH RIDGE 3 Excellent finish 927 sq. ft. Ready Now Diane Petty (Ref # AP217345)

THE RESIDENCES II T3 Central and prestigious location 1,367 sq. ft. Ready Now Heike Pfordte (Ref # AP175323)

1 BR

AED 90,000

2 BR

AED 160,000

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DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

YANSOON 2 Affordable luxury 1,350 sq. ft. Ready Now Wafa Ghannam (Ref # AP268705)

TRADE CENTRE

AL MERAIKHI TOWER High yielding returns 1,228 sq. ft. Ready Now Better Homes (Ref # APM200715)

TRADE CENTRE

HOTEL APARTMENTS Affordable luxury 1,919 sq. ft. Ready Now Sylvia O’Connor (Ref # AP266342)

2 BR

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

2 BR

TRADE CENTRE

3 BR

TRADE CENTRE

AED 125,000

AED 95,000

AED 150,000

YANSOON 3 An investors dream!

1,211 sq. ft. Ready Now Wafa Ghannam (Ref # AP268736)

2 BR

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

3 BR

TRADE CENTRE

2 BR

TRADE CENTRE

AED 120,000

AED 150,000

HABTOOR RESIDENCE Great family home 1,200 sq. ft. Ready Now Sylvia O’Connor (Ref # AP255285)

HOTEL APARTMENTS Just move in 1,119 sq. ft. Ready Now Sylvia O’Connor (Ref # AP263956)

AED 140,000

1 BR

ZANZEBEEL 3 AED 80,000 Wide range of retail, entertainment and dining 734 sq. ft. Ready Now Ghada Ghannam (Ref # AP179576)

HABTOOR RESIDENCE Ideal family living 770 sq. ft. Ready Now Sylvia O’Connor (Ref # AP179971)

HOTEL APARTMENTS Just move in 1,558 sq. ft. Ready Now Sylvia O’Connor (Ref # AP263856)

1 BR

AED 80,000

3 BR

AED 150,000

TRADE CENTRE PARK PLACE

2 BR AED 225,000 Affordable luxury 3,391 sq. ft.

Ready Now Wendy Hulbert (Ref # AP264391)

TRADE CENTRE

PARK PLACE Breathtaking vistas 1,141 sq. ft. Ready Now Wendy Hulbert (Ref # AP267955)

2 BR

AED 140,000

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TRADE CENTRE

WORLD TRADE CENTRE RESIDENCE Experience the height of luxury 2,648 sq. ft. Ready Now Sylvia O’Connor (Ref # AP66885)

3 BR

AED 280,000

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SHORTTERM RENTALS

Our Short-term Rentals division specializes in ready-made living solutions in the most attractive residential districts of Dubai, offering the luxury of a home on a short or mediumterm basis. Whether you’re an executive with extended business in Dubai or simply a new resident looking for a place while you find your feet, with a short-term rental you can live the high life without paying a high price.

THE MEADOWS

5 BR

PHASE 2 Spacious Living 4,000 sq. ft.

(Ref #VIM211546)

DUBAI MARINA

SADAF 5 Live by the beach 1,797 sq. ft. 8th floor (Ref #APM266024)

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI ZANZABEEL 4 Enjoy life with style 1,117 sq. ft. 6th floor (Ref #APM217900)

3 BR

AED 25,000

1 BR

AED 12,000

THE MEADOWS

PHASE 9A Affordable Luxury 3,578 sq. ft.

(Ref #VIM215097)

THE GREENS

AL ARTA 4 Smart home living 1,200 sq. ft. 6th floor (Ref #APM213018)

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

AED 42,000

3 BR

AED 25,000

2 BR

AED 12,000

DUBAI MARINA

TIME PLACE The best of city living 880 sq. ft. 27th floor (Ref #APM215985)

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI

THE RESIDENCES T2 Enjoy life with style 1,117 sq. ft. 4th floor (Ref #APM215778)

1 BR

AED 9,500

1 BR

AED 11,000

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DUBAI MARINA

MARINA HEIGHTS Quinessential Luxury Living 1,159 sq. ft. 7th floor (Ref #APM211836)

DUBAI MARINA

MARINA DIAMOND 3 A desirable address 446 sq. ft. 8th floor (Ref #APM214799)

DISCOVERY GARDENS BUILDING 52 Best Value 474 sq. ft. G Floor (Ref #APM254392)

DUBAI MARINA

MARINA VIEW TOWER 1 Smart home living 866 sq. ft. 12th floor (Ref #APM215692)

January 2010

2 BR

AED 14,000

ST

AED 10,000

THE PALM JUMEIRAH

AL MSALLI A desirable address 1,640 sq. ft. 8th floor (Ref #APM257042)

DUBAI MARINA

MARINA DIAMOND 2 Close to all amenities 647 sq. ft. 9th Floor (Ref #APM213133)

2 BR

AED 18,000

1 BR

AED 9,000

THE SPRINGS

PHASE 10 A desirable address 1,690 sq. ft.

(Ref #VIM209601)

DUBAI MARINA

SAHAB 1 Direct Marina Views 860 sq. ft. 21st floor (Ref #APM215267)

2 BR

AED 14,000

1 BR

AED 11,000

ST

AED 5,500

ST

AED 7,000

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS INDIGO TOWER Smart home living 866 sq. ft. 12th floor (Ref #APM215692)

1 BR

AED 9,000

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AL REEF AWAITS

ABU DHABI

The eagerly anticipated Al Reef Villas development in Abu Dhabi is finally being handed over! Developed by Manazel Real Estate, Al Reef Villas consists of 1,700 villas and apartments spread across a lush greenery and fantastic amenities. Billed as “the first planned UAE community exclusively for the middle-income tier,” this project has been well-received by initial buyers.

These villas have four distinct architectural styles, including Mediterranean, Desert, Contemporary, and Arabic. The location is enviable – only 30 minutes from Abu Dhabi Island and close to the international airport.

Amenities here encompass retail, commercial, and community needs. Enjoy the upcoming town square with relaxing cafés and dining establishments, and an entire community amidst beautiful tree-lined streets and verdant landscaping. A range of homes are available here, so we recommend you come down and visit Abu Dhabi’s latest offering.

Are your thoughts turning towards the capital?

Better Homes has expert agents in Abu Dhabi and is well placed to guide you through the very best properties the city has on offer.

AL RAHA BEACH

AL MUNEERA Great family home 1,656 sq. ft. Ready March 2011 Lina Bayazid Siada (Ref # AP265387)

AL RAHA BEACH

AL MUNEERA Modern living at its best 1,539 sq. ft. Ready March 2011 Linda Savidge (Ref # AP220384)

3 BR

AL RAHA BEACH

2 BR

AL RAHA BEACH

AED 1,854,000

AED 1,697,305

AL MUNEERA A motivated seller!

1,939 sq. ft. Ready March 2011 Natalya Sapronova (Ref # AP255799)

AL MUNEERA A prestigious address 859 sq. ft. Ready March 2011 Imran Ellam (Ref # AP219021)

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

3 BR

AL RAHA BEACH

1 BR

AL RAHA BEACH

AED 2,231,598

AED 999,294

AL MUNEERA Live your Arabian dream 859 sq. ft. Ready March 2011 Imran Ellam (Ref # AP223734)

AL NASEEM RESIDENCE - A A prestigious address 3,847 sq. ft. Ready March 2010 Imran Ellam (Ref # AP229917)

1 BR

AED 921,564

3 BR

AED 5,099,999

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AL RAHA BEACH

AL ZEINA - TOWNHOUSES Fabulous ocean views 3,949 sq. ft. Ready March 2011 Lina Bayazid Siada (Ref # VI253425)

AL REEF

ARABIC COMMUNITY Great family home 1,832 sq. ft. Ready January 2010 Natalya Sapronova (Ref # VI259663)

AL REEF

CONTEMPORARY COMMUNITY A motivated seller!

1,831 sq. ft. Ready March 2011 Lina Bayazid Siada (Ref # VI237415)

AL REEF

MEDITERRANEAN COMMUNITY Home sweet home 3,749 sq. ft. Ready October 2010 Lina Bayazid Siada (Ref # VI233129)

January 2010

3 BR

AL RAHA GARDENS

2 BR

AL REEF

2 BR

AL REEF

5 BR

AL REEF

AED 4,635,000

AED 1,180,000

AED 1,116,505

AED 2,400,000

LEHWEIH Exceptional deal!

3,901 sq. ft. Ready Now Linda Savidge (Ref # VI267943)

ARABIC COMMUNITY Great family home 3,749 sq. ft. Ready January 2010 Natalya Sapronova (Ref # VI259193)

DESERT COMMUNITY An investment for capital growth 1,832 sq. ft. Ready June 2010 Natalya Sapronova (Ref # VI274582)

5 BR

AL RAHA GARDENS

5 BR

AL REEF

2 BR

AL REEF

4 BR

AL REEM ISLAND

AED 3,842,040

AED 2,350,000

AED 1,155,000

MEDITERRANEAN COMMUNITY AED 1,854,000 The kind of home you’ve only ever dreamed about 2,858 sq. ft. Ready October 2010 Linda Savidge (Ref # VI228447)

SIDRA Exceptional deal!

2,755 sq. ft. Ready Now Linda Savidge (Ref # VI266093)

BUILDING 24 A motivated seller!

1,668 sq. ft. Ready June 2010 Imran Ellam (Ref # AP219522)

DESERT COMMUNITY A great family option 3,749 sq. ft. Ready June 2010 Imran Ellam (Ref # VI263619)

AL MAHA TOWER Competitive price, call now 923 sq. ft. Ready June 2010 Lina Bayazid Siada (Ref # AP257947)

4 BR

AED 2,534,090

3 BR

AED 1,161,500

5 BR

AED 2,150,000

1 BR

AED 1,175,000

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AL REEM ISLAND OCEAN TERRACE RESIDENCE

2 BR AED 1,759,055 Competitive price, call now 1,346 sq. ft.

Ready March 2010 Linda Savidge (Ref # AP260033)

AL REEM ISLAND

AL MAHA TOWER Amazing value 1,147 sq. ft. Ready June 2010 Linda Savidge (Ref # AP247884)

AL REEM ISLAND

MARINA HEIGHTS 2 Direct marina views 1,179 sq. ft. Ready June 2010 Natalya Sapronova (Ref # AP238533)

AL REEM ISLAND

SKY TOWER A desirable address 934 sq. ft. Ready May 2010 Imran Ellam (Ref # AP56019)

2 BR

AL REEM ISLAND

2 BR

AL REEM ISLAND

1 BR

AL REEM ISLAND

AED 1,499,307

AED 1,639,400

AED 1,415,009

2 BR

MARINA HEIGHTS 1 A desirable address 1,335 sq. ft. Ready June 2010 Natalya Sapronova (Ref # AP95134)

AED 1,668,747

2 BR

AL REEM ISLAND

2 BR

GOLF GARDENS

AED 1,998,181

OCEAN TERRACE RESIDENCE Strategic location 1,453 sq. ft. Ready March 2010 Natalya Sapronova (Ref # AP97196)

TALA TOWER Central and prestigious location 1,421 sq. ft. Ready June 2010 Natalya Sapronova (Ref # AP268953)

AED 1,904,568

2 BR

AED 2,039,603

SKY TOWER State-of-the-art complex 1,461 sq. ft. Ready May 2010 Imran Ellam (Ref # AP91996)

KHUZAMA TOWN HOUSE Ready to move in 3,678 sq. ft. Ready Now Lina Bayazid Siada (Ref # VI265842)

4 BR

AED 3,389,000

AL REEM ISLAND SUN TOWER

3 BR AED 2,587,674 Amazing capital growth 1,774 sq. ft.

Ready March 2010 Linda Savidge (Ref # AP233487)

HYDRA VILLAGE

TOWN HOUSES Attractive investment opportunity 2,566 sq. ft. Ready December 2011 Linda Savidge (Ref # VI267821)

4 BR

AED 1,453,742

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SHARJAH AND THE NORTHERN EMIRATES

There are some extraordinary developments and impressive deals on offer outside of Dubai and Abu Dhabi — turn your attention to Sharjah to get involved.

Sharjah - resilient property market

SHARJAH GOING STRONG Throughout 2009, the recession affected the real estate market in all areas of the UAE, but some argue the slowest areas of recovery can be found in freehold areas of the Northern Emirates, including a selection of off-plan projects in Ajman and Ras al Khamiah. However, the leasing market in Sharjah is still strong, and residential areas with Sharjah are proving to be very popular for long term tenants.

SHARJAH FOR RENT

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AED 88,750

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AL GHAZAL TOWER Brand new luxury apartments 2,700 sq. ft. Ready Now Better Homes (Ref # AP263731)

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AED 96,750

AL KHAN

AL GHAZAL TOWER Brand new luxury apartments 2,700 sq. ft. Ready Now Better Homes (Ref # AP268621)

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AED 97,250

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PROPERTY FOCUS

AL GHAZAL: A JEWEL OF A BUILDING IN SHARJAH With an excellent location on the Al Khan Lake Corniche, Al Ghazal Tower provides some of the finest living in Sharjah. The high-rise is one of Sharjah’s architectural landmarks, set adjacent to the emirate’s most exclusive recreational development, Al Qasba. The heights of Al Ghazal offer unmatched panoramas across the Al Khan Lagoon and Arabian Gulf. Thankfully, with a location directly on Al Khan Lagoon these views do not come at the cost of convenience.

Moving from the exterior to the interior, Al Ghazal Tower is powered by an understated elegance. The main entrance floors are decorated with luxurious marble and its walls are lined with Burmese teak.

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guiding residents pleasingly to the four high speed Mitsubishi lifts.

Inside the flats one enjoys an air of sophistication, space and comfort. High-quality ceramic granite flooring is standard throughout all living spaces, while the main doors are built of solid wood.

Villeroy and Boch, Grohe, and MDF brands provide elegant functionality and a central gas system restates the tower’s integrated design.

A free health club awaits residents with state of the art equipment, a swimming pool and Jacuzzi, while the tower’s heat and sound-proof walls insulate it from the outside world. As arguably the finest tower in Sharjah, Al Ghazal is a treasure to its residents. To arrange a viewing, please give us a call on 600 52 2212.

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COMMERCIAL Office Retail Industrial Investment

While commercial leasing rates have fallen everywhere in Dubai, some locations have been significantly harder hit than others. From peak levels, several communities have fallen in rental prices by 55-65%. Among these victims, International City has fallen over 50% (current prices are around AED 40 psf), Deira and Garhoud have fallen 55% (priced now at AED 80-90 psf) and Dubai Silicon Oasis has fallen 65% (now around AED 60 psf).

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FOR SALE

BUSINESS BAY

BAYSWATER Amazing value 762 sq. ft. Ready Now David Lawes (Ref # OF71334)

AED 990,718

BUSINESS BAY

BAYSWATER Prized location 809 sq. ft. Ready Now Andrew Elliot (Ref # OF44734)

AED 824,000

BUSINESS BAY

EXECUTIVE TOWER D Central and prestigious location 1,791 sq. ft. Ready Now Shirin Bank (Ref # OF267762)

AED 2,473,520

BUSINESS BAY VISION TOWER

AED 15,386,655 Amazing value 9,959 sq. ft. Ready Now Thomas Bunker (Ref # OF71041)

BUSINESS BAY

EXECUTIVE TOWER D Central and prestigious location 1,532 sq. ft. Ready Now Shirin Bank (Ref # OF267761)

AED 2,213,089

BUSINESS BAY

EXECUTIVE TOWER D Ready to move in 1,714 sq. ft. Ready Now Shirin Bank (Ref # OF63989)

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AED 2,116,650

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DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI AL SAAHA Captivating environment 2,809 sq. ft. Ready Now Maggie Neil (Ref # OF77317)

DIFC

DIFC

LIBERTY HOUSE

LIBERTY HOUSE

AED 3,714,262

AED 2,771,112

A prestigious address 1,713 sq. ft. Ready Now Shirin Bank (Ref # OF239859)

A prestigious address 1,121 sq. ft. Ready Now Maggie Neil (Ref # OF238751)

AED 7,235,635

DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI BURJ DUBAI TOWER

AED 62,994,800 A prestigious address 11,120 sq. ft. Ready Now David Lawes (Ref # OF102964)

DUBAI INVESTMENT PARK

WAREHOUSE - 597- 207 Competitive price, call now 81,700 sq. ft. Ready Now Violet Nasouti (Ref # WH266094)

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS

AL SEEF 2 Best value 431 sq. ft. Ready Now Violet Nasouti (Ref # RE269283)

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS

INDIGO ICON Affordable luxury 1,556 sq. ft. Ready Now Violet Nasouti (Ref # OF265134)

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AED 30,900,000

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS AG TOWER (SILVER) Amazing value 646 sq. ft. Ready Now Andrew Elliot (Ref # OF78707)

AED 624,695

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS

ALMAS TOWER

ALMAS TOWER

AED 11,116,651

AED 2,008,500

Attractive investment opportunity 7,244 sq. ft. Ready Now Shirin Bank (Ref # OF267485)

Competitive price, call now 1,614 sq. ft. Ready Now Andrew Elliot (Ref # OF255263)

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS

DUBAI STAR

GOLDCREST EXECUTIVE

AED 908,460

AED 7,982,018

Property at budget prices 1,050 sq. ft. Ready Now Shirin Bank (Ref # OF242239)

A desirable address 10,146 sq. ft. Ready Now David Lawes (Ref # CF268758)

AED 843,467

AED 1,318,400

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JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS INDIGO ICON Glimmering lakeside views 1,093 sq. ft. Ready Now David Lawes (Ref # OF261889)

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS

JUMEIRAH BAY TOWER (X2) Best value 745 sq. ft. Ready Now Violet Nasouti (Ref # OF269215)

AED 1,013,211

AED 574,741

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS

INDIGO TOWER An investment for capital growth 1,340 sq. ft. Ready Now Thomas Bunker (Ref # RE264565)

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS JUMEIRAH BAY TOWER (X3) A motivated seller!

9,741 sq. ft. Ready Now David Lawes (Ref # OF235398)

AED 2,587,360

AED 8,026,666

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS

INDIGO TOWER An investment for capital growth 1,188 sq. ft. Ready Now Thomas Bunker (Ref # RE264561)

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS REEF TOWER An investors dream!

10,713 sq. ft. Ready Now Maggie Neil (Ref # OF255951)

AED 2,305,552

AED 10,978,870

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AED 1,084,179 Price negotiable 1,108 sq. ft. Ready Now Violet Nasouti (Ref # OF266516)

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SABA TOWER 1 A prestigious address 2,484 sq. ft. Ready Now Maggie Neil (Ref # OF157393)

AED 3,229,771

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS SABA TOWER 1 Price reduced 7,291 sq. ft. Ready Now Maggie Neil (Ref # OF91853)

AED 7,211,016

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS TIFFANY TOWERS

AED 1,271,843 Best value 1,372 sq. ft. Ready Now Maggie Neil (Ref # OF57191)

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WAREHOUSE An investment for capital growth 16,383 sq. ft. Ready Now Andrew Elliot (Ref # WH256371)

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AED 6,180,000

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS AG TOWER Guaranteed rental income 1,195 sq. ft. Ready Now Maggie Neil (Ref # OF254195)

AED 984,680

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FOR RENT

UMM HURAIR

BUSINESS ATRIUM Prized location 1,025 sq. ft. Ready Now Better Homes (Ref # OF243526)

DEIRA

AED 196,560

BUSINESS POINT Prized location 1,092 sq. ft. Ready Now Abdul Rahman (Ref # OFM221209)

DEIRA

J.A.M BUILDING Best value 1,916 sq. ft.

Tessa Honorica Lowe (Ref # OF268682)

JUMEIRAH LAKE TOWERS

INDIGO TOWER Dynamic environment 1,188 sq. ft. Ready Now Better Homes (Ref # RE264561)

January 2010

AED 191,600

AED 237,600

DEIRA

NEW CENTURY CITY TOWER Dynamic environment 1,774 sq. ft. Ready December 2009 Better Homes (Ref # OF264424)

TECOM

BUSINESS CENTRAL TOWERS A prestigious address 1,553 sq. ft. Ready Now Anuradha Janjua (Ref # OF168485)

AED 274,970

AED 388,250

DEIRA

AL QAYADA BUILDING Prized location 1,539 sq. ft.

Better Homes (Ref # OF262383)

BARSHA

AL BARSHA BOUTIQUE Dynamic environment 1,308 sq. ft. Ready Now Better Homes (Ref # OFM266974)

AL QUOZ

CBD BUILDING Excellent finish 3,362 sq. ft. Ready Now Tessa Honorica Lowe (Ref # OF246229)

AED 143,556

AED 138,510

AED 137,340

AED 504,315

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RENTALS OFFICE

ABU DHABI BUR DUBAI DISTRICT

DEIRA DISTRICT

DOWNTOWN DISTRICT

COMMUNITY

MIN PRICE

MAX PRICE

AVG PRICE

MIN PRICE/ SQ.FT

MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

Al Markaziyah

129,000

135,867

132,433

178

187

182

Bur Dubai

74,000

74,000

74,000

137

137

137

Umm Hurair

119,993

143,556

131,774

86

140

113

Deira

91,260

1,145,400

205,567

95

130

101

Garhoud

600,000

1,656,000

1,000,000

240

250

250

Business Bay

200,550

395,280

260,680

150

250

169

DIFC

258,180

258,180

258,180

222

222

222

Downtown Burj Dubai

712,690

712,690

712,690

190

190

190

Trade Centre

192,000

2,679,250

858,438

160

250

250

DUBAILAND DISTRICT

Dubailand

833,760

833,760

833,760

60

60

60

EMIRATES LIVING DISTRICT

Barsha

113,820

2,023,020

180,149

90

200

105

Jumeirah Lake Towers

48,090

260,569

111,831

60

130

81

Tecom

102,150

2,697,450

196,081

80

310

150

JUMEIRAH DISTRICT

Sheikh Zayed Road

45,000

245,700

113,364

100

130

110

MEYDAN DISTRICT

Al Quoz

107,440

330,000

147,245

120

170

138

AL AIN DISTRICT

Al Ain

132,000

180,200

132,550

100

150

150

RETAIL COMMUNITY

MIN PRICE

MAX PRICE

AVG PRICE

MIN PRICE/ SQ.FT

MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

AL AWIR DISTRICT

International City

31,020

50,000

43,673

60

104

83

DOWNTOWN DISTRICT

Trade Centre

4,500,000

4,500,000

4,500,000

150

150

150

EMIRATES LIVING DISTRICT

Barsha

18,120

485,025

151,881

120

250

145

Jumeirah Lake Towers

237,600

268,000

252,800

200

200

200

JUMEIRAH DISTRICT

Sheikh Zayed Road

1,166,040

1,166,040

1,166,040

205

205

205

MEYDAN DISTRICT

Al Quoz

779,350

3,685,750

1,799,428

115

160

137

COMMUNITY

MIN PRICE

MAX PRICE

AVG PRICE

MIN PRICE/ SQ.FT

MAX PRICE/ SQ.FT

AVG PRICE/ SQ.FT

DUBAILAND DISTRICT

Dubai Investment Park

87,540

5,375,000

463,659

30

50

33

MEYDAN DISTRICT

Al Quoz

120,000

323,000

217,800

38

85

67

WAREHOUSE

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ROSIE RIZVI I bought this chandelier from Dragonmart. My friends were like, ‘Dragonmart? I can never find anything in there!’ But it shows that if you look hard enough, you can find lovely things.

2 The Egyptian goddess sculpture on the table is from a bazaar close to the Egyptian pyramids which we visited when we were on holiday.

3 This is a Persian rug from Iran; it’s half silk and I think it’s beautiful – but then I would, seeing as that’s where I come from!

4 The bottom dish on the table is from Morocco, the shell dish on top of it is from John Lewis in the UK (as is the oval table they’re on) and the things on top are dried leaves. I got them from Egypt – you soak them in water for 24 hours and then they smell beautiful!

5 I got the mirror that’s on the wall in the dining room from Portobello Road in London.

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PASTAIOLA SET, BETTER LIFE AED 1,390

BLACK OCCASIONAL CHAIR, INDIGO AED 3,490

SAUCEPAN, BETTER LIFE AED 680 (16cm), AED 720 (18cm)

LANTERN, INDIGO AED 645

LINLEY FLOWER CHAIR ID DESIGN AED 598 FRUIT BASKET, HOME DESIGN Price on request BLACK LANTERN, INDIGO AED 449

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Philips 32PFL7422 32 LCD TV Pixel Plus HD Key points about this sleek number include the Pixel Plus HD, a special piece of pictureprocessing tehcnology which brings excellent depth from all HD sources. Then there’s the ‘Incredible Surround’ audio gadgetry, which aims to ‘mix sounds from left and right in such a way that it expands the virtual distance between the two speakers.’ We’re shaky on the technical side but it certainly sounds very powerful when you’re in front of it.

Panasonic Viera Plasma Z1 Series A super-slim plasma which comes in both 46 inch and 54 inch sizes, with 1080 lines and home networking through DNLA. It’s Viera’s flagship model and comes equipped with wireless transmission to make the layout of your room as flexible as possible.

This new line of flat-panel, 55 inch TVs offers outstanding picture quality thanks to their unique LED light source, which produces darker blacks than regular CCFLs, an ‘Ultra Clear Panel’ which minimises ambient light reflection and motion blue and image judder-reduction features. Another advantage of the LED lighting is that these TVs cut power consumption significantly – over 40% less than traditional, same-sized LCD HDTVs. It’s even got a special ‘optimised energy savings mode’ you can put it in to keep consumption to the bare minimum. Retail price at Eros is AED11,599 for the UA46B8000 and AED16,999 for the UA55B8000.

Sony Bravia Z5500 Full HD resolution, ‘truer-to-life’ colour tones, an ‘AppliCast’ device, meaning you can see information from the web while watching telly – getting RSS news feeds, for example.

In addition, the Bravia features ‘DNLA connectivity’, meaning you can access and display photo, video and music content from compatible devices with ease. We’re also a fan of the ‘Scene Select’ function you’ll find on the remote control, which allows you to flip between pre-configured audio and visual settings to match what you’re watching.

Another nice touch is the ‘energy saving switch’, which means the TV cuts all power consumption when it’s on standby.

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Hitachi UT 42MX700 This is the World’s First Ultra Thin LCD TV, with a whopping 42 inch full HD LCD screen, 10,000:1 contrast ratio and 6ms response time. At only 1.5 inches thick, it’s the skinniest on the market. Available from Eros at AED 5,499 (Black) or AED 5,999 (White).

Sharp LC42XD1E Lots of good spec packed into this TV – full HD resolution, Tru-D picture enhancement, automatic brightness adjustment and full HD resolution – 1,920 by 1,080 – which means no downscaling. We also like the fact that very little frame space is wasted – as much screen area is packed in as possible.

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BETTER...LIVING ROOMS The living room is the relaxation centre of most homes – so when it comes to decorating, it’s important to get it right.

Serene simplicity

INSPIRATION LIVING ROOMS (HOME), PUBLISHED BY BETA-PLUS This is all about what’s hot right now in the room that is central to everybody’s home. With over 100 sumptuous colour photographs, everything about the modern living room is explored, from layouts to furniture to trends.

DESIGNER APARTMENTS BY JULIO FAJARDO The perfect book for people who want to make the most of their living space, Designer Apartments examines the best ways to complement modern architectural trends (eg mezzanine areas, openplan rooms) through tasteful design touches, over a whopping 800 pages.

Cottage Chic

Elegant grandeur

ACHIEVE THIS LOOK This is the perfect style for people who want to come in from a long day at work, curl up on the sofa, and say ‘Ah’ (in a relaxed, rather than dentist’s chair, kind of way). Go for plump seating in plain colours, use light wall colours to maximise the light, and try to match your hard furnishings as far as possible. By not using too many detailed accessories, you’ll unwind far more easily.

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ACHIEVE THIS LOOK For elegant types who’d pick palatial over minimal any day of the week, it’s all about rich colours, dark woods and deep-pile rugs. Vibrant golds and reds will be essential in making the room feel warm rather than intimidating, while a strong blue or purple will add a touch of regality. A solid-looking bookcase stacked with leather-bound tomes will add an intellectual feel, while oil paintings will really up the ante (especially if they’re of your ancestors...).

January 2010

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we like this lovely Fendi Casa number from aati. Price on request.

City slick ACHIEVE THIS LOOK This kind of living room decor is perfect for no-nonsense city dwellers. Invest in a couple of chunky sofas (either L-shaped or symmetrical will work) in a practical colour like grey (all the better for hiding stains), then add personality with colourful cushions in a range of patterns. A rug will give warmth to tiled apartments and for mood-lighting you can’t go wrong with a few tastefully placed candles. Add a couple of glossy hard-backed coffee table books for extra glamour.

Indigo

Indigo Sculpture, Indigo, AED 169

Bean bag

For a family-friendly flourish to your living room, why not pick up one of these outstanding, outsized bean bags from Apex (04 299 8288 / apexintl.ae)?

Relaxation central

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I’ve never bought curtains before. How do I measure up and what should I go for?

Q Home Decor

ACHIEVE THIS LOOK If you want to achieve high-octane glamour without breaking the bank, focus your attentions on accessories: lighting is one area where a little expenditure can make a massive amount of difference, as demonstrated by the oh-so-chic centrepiece in the above picture, and the complementary candlesticks. Low-level lighting is also a good solution if you don’t have curtains as it will be more difficult for nosy neighbours to peer in (and easier for you to see outside to the view!).

Flowers, either real or good-quality fakes, add a splash of colour too.

Q Home Decor

Noir Table Lamp, AED 395

Using a tape measure, start from the top where the pole is (or will be), and measure as far down as you want the curtains to fall (generally either to the floor or 10-15cm below the sill if you don’t want full-length curtains). When it comes to width, the thinner the fabric, the fuller the curtains ought to be – so if you’re using a light chiffon, you would triple the width; with heavier fabric you could go 1.5 to two times the width. Remember to add 10-15cm on either side so light doesn’t creep through the side of the curtain. A black-out layer will add body.

Mr Morteza, owner, Avenue Homes, 04 340 8955/ 02 556 100, avenueinterior.com.

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Q

I’ve got two small and very active children and I’m looking to buy a new set of sofas and armchairs. What sort of fabrics and styles would work best for my sort of family?

In my opinion, the best option for you is probably going to be leather. You must look for the ‘protected’ type rather than a natural, untreated version. This is because protected leather is treated so it is easy to clean with a damp cloth (and leather cleaners).

This should help erase all evidence of pizza and chocolate from last night! Should you prefer fabric, you must look for the treated variety (e.g. Teflon or Scotchguard). This forms a protective layer on the fabric and minimises penetration of liquid in the fibres thereby making it easy to clean. You may wish to use throws on the most well-used areas of the sofa for protection as January 2010

well as for creating a nice design feature. The frame itself must be sturdy to withstand heavy usage.

Sharp edges and other potentially dangerous forms of design are obviously best avoided. Lastly, the living room must reflect your personality so a comfortable lounge set with your own personalised touch will work the magic.

Gayatri Dongre, Western Furniture

Q

I want to buy a new DVD player for the family but am very confused by all the modern options – BluRay, HD etc. Please can you explain what these terms mean and advise what sort of model I should go for?

First, let’s address the definitions: HD Video basically means a video system that has a higher resolution than the standard, old-fashioned definition. The standard resolution is 1280x720 pixels, while full HD

is 1920x1080 pixels. If something is HD-ready, it may still be of standard resolution, but it can receive HD signals (meaning that it can play the movie but it might not be able to display it at full 1920x1080 resolution). If the size of your screen is below 42 inches (measured diagonally), the difference will not be noticeable, but if your screen is 42 inches or more, the pixel difference will be more visible. Blu-ray is the next step up from the standard DVD-playing system – traditional DVD players use a red laser to read and write the data on the disc, while Blu-ray uses a blue laser, hence the name. The shorter wavelength of the blue laser results in greater precision, and Blurays can play HD Video (they can also play CDs, DVDs etc). Based on my experience, I would say that the Samsung BDP 4600 is probably the best model for your needs.

Jitendra Bhavnani, EROS Group

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STORES GUIDE BURJUMAN

DUBAI MALL

FESTIVAL CENTRE ACE

The Handicraft Gallery 04 339 3515 800 ASK ACE

Q Home Decor

04 339 3515

Bhs

04 352 5150

@home

04 434 0877

Descamps

04 355 5563

Armani/Casa

04 437 3131

Grand Stores

04 352 3641

Baldi

04 339 9890

Artikel

04 232 8339

SOUK MADINAT JUMEIRAH

Hermes

04 351 1190

Collezione

04 434 0255

Bayti

04 368 5145

Carré Blanc

04 295 3992

Jadhafs

04 352 2550

Crystal Gallery

04 339 8774

Dwell

04 232 5435

Toshkhana

04 366 8888

Liwa Home

04 351 5353

Crystalline

04 339 8897

Howard

04 232 5397

Sharief

04 355 3377

Dubai Home Collection 04 339 8855

IKEA

04 203 7505

SOUK AL BAHAR

Tanagra

04 355 0183

Ethan Allen

04 339 8631

Marina

04 232 8919

Al Sultani Furniture

04 420 3676

THE One

04 351 4424

Index Living Mall

04 339 8631

Rugland

04 232 5790

Tarrab

04 420 0244

Villeroy & Boch

04 351 7775

Iwannagohome!

04 339 8631

Shatex Home Collection 04 232 5725

Tehran Persian

04 420 0575

Zara Home

04 359 9988

Kreiss

04 339 8978

Stokes

04 232 9251

Zsolnay

04 420 3682

Lalique

04 339 8451

Table Art

04 232 6670

DEIRA CITY CENTRE

Merinos

050 887 4893

The Red Carpet

04 232 5755

Al Jaber Gallery

04 295 4004

Mesgarzadeh

04 339 9930

Al Maya Household

04 334 9424

Mitchi

04 339 9084

IBN BATTUTA MALL

Aminian Carpets

04 295 5379

Mumbai Se

04 434 0626

Kani Home

04 368 5408

Pride of Kashmir

04 295 0655

OSIM

04 339 8290

Lifestyle

04 368 5699

Regional Trading

04 295 1723

Step Evi Design

04 434 0199

One World

04 366 5742

Sia (Jawad Home)

04 295 6180

Yves Delorme

04 339 8787

Pan Emirates

04 368 5372

The White Co

04 295 6180

Zwilling

04 434 0725

Table Art

04 366 9710

(800 275 223)

LAMCY PLAZA

TOP OF THE SHOTS BETTER LIFE We love shopping at Better Life. Partly it’s the superb array of goods – the likes of Siemens, Zanussi, Ufesa, Electrolux and the fantastic Terim, producer of Italian kitchen appliances to die for. But more than anything we love the thought that has clearly gone into the design of the stores. They have been put together with the aim of making shopping at Better Life a truly relaxing, chilled out affair, a very far cry from the jostling, shoving and stacked-to-the-rafters feel of some home appliance centres. Browsing one of the Better life shops feels a little like wandering round a spa which just happens to be filled with electronics – think modern art, plenty of space and graceful music. Happily, this pleasant shopping experience doesn’t come with a hefty price tag – the goods are excellently priced as well as beautifully displayed. Mall of Emirates (04-3414868 / 3410716)

Household Department 04 334 9424 Lifestyle

04 366 9845

Rugland

04 335 6610

MALL OF THE EMIRATES B&B Italia/Minotti

04 340 5797

Bo Concept

04 341 4144

Bois & Chiffons

04 341 0519

Crystal Casa

04 341 1402

Flamant Home Interiors 04 341 3533 Four Seasons Ramesh

04 334 9090

Home Centre

04 341 4441

Home Design

04 323 3370

IDdesign

04 341 3434

Jashanmal

04 347 1715

Maison Decor

04 409 9000

Marina

04 800 4360

Marina Gulf

04 341 0314

Miri

04 341 1000

Red Carpet

04 340 9924

Table Art

04 341 3663

The Living Zone

04 341 1220

MARKET MALL, GREEN COMMUNITY ACE

04 885 3208

MERCATO MALL

Carpetland

04 344 0646

Irony Home

04 342 2145

WAFI SHOPPING MALL Bombay

04 324 5255

Emad Carpet Trading

04 324 4555

Faucher

04 324 6769

Frette/White Corner

04 324 2474

La Boudoir

04 324 4555

La Murrina Murano

04 324 4555

Marks & Spencer

04 324 5145

Memoires

04 324 3001

VG New Trend

04 324 5430

BARSHA Mobilia Australiana

04 323 6988

Pan Emirates Home Furnishing

BUR DUBAI / KARAMA Al Hufaiza Furniture

04 336 6646

Carpetland

04 337 7677

Decoworld

04 336 6811

Marlin Furniture

04 334 6664

OFIS

04 335 2499

AL QUOZ Amber Garden Furniture 04 323 2405 Exotica

04 340 2966

Falaknaz Habitat

04 340 4989

Indigo Living

04 341 6388

Kidz Inc

04 340 5059

Luz de Luna

04 341 66 85

Presotto Middle East

04 340 6443

Stone Gallery

04 347 2525

The Warehouse

04 347 0220

Under One Roof

04 323 2722

Al Abbar Art Gallery

04 344 9595

Bombay & Zone

04 344 5994

SHEIKH ZAYED ROAD

Kas Australia

04 344 1179

ACE

04 338 1416

Bagno

04 330 7775

Casa Mia

04 339 0760

Casa Tua

04 339 7800

National Iranian Carpets 04 349 9644

OASIS CENTER

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THE VILLAGE MALL

Art Tower Frames Est.

04 339 3024

Rattan House

04 338 2977

MFI Kitchens

04 339 3503

Selva Middle East

04 341 1933

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BETTER COMMUNITIES The 100 key contacts you need to settle in to your new home

BABYSITTING AND NANNIES

CAR RENTAL

DENTISTS

AVIS

AMERICAN DENTAL CLINIC

dubainannies.com

avisaue.ae, 04 295 7121

american-dental-clinic.com, 04 344 0668 / 02

Dubai Nannies provides live-in nannies, governessses

Avis has 21 rental locations across

681 2921

and maternity nurses across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

the UAE. Rates for their cars range

Services include cosmetic dentistry, neuromuscular

from AED2,250-20,000/month.

dentistry and periodontics.

DUBAI NANNIES

MAJESTIC NANNIES majesticnannies.com, 02 665 5056

HERTZ

BRITISH DENTAL CLINIC

Majestic Nannies matches families with full-time and

hertzuae.com, 800 437 89 / 04 206 0206

britishdentalclinic.com, 04 342 1318

part-time nannies at AED440 to 7,000 per week.

Prices start at AED2,373 per month for a Toyota Yaris

Provides treatments like air flow cleaning to remove

and go to AED17,707 per month for an Audi A8.

stains, fillings, teeth whitening, veneers and implants.

MDE NANNIES mde-nannies.com

SixT

DRS NICOLAS & ASP

MDE Nannies has a roster of nannies and au pairs from

sixt.com, 04 347 9777

nicolasandasp.com, 04 394 7777

the Philippines, India, Nepal, Indonesia and Sri Lanka.

If you’re looking to hire a Mercedes Benz, you need to

Eight branches across Dubai offering pediatric surgery,

get in touch with SixT, who specialise in their full range.

cosmetic surgery and implants.

TRIXABELL trixabell.com

THRIFTY

DUBAI SKY CLINIC

All Trixabell nannies have first aid and food hygiene

thriftyaue.com, 800 4694 / 04 347 9001

dubaiskyclinic.com, 04 355 8808

training. Babysitters range from AED35 to AED70/hour.

Prices range from AED2,100 per month for a

Based at the BurJuman Business

Mitsubishi Lancer to AED15,000 per month for a

Tower, offering aesthetic dentistry like

BMW 7 series.

inlays and crowns.

CAR SHOWROOMS

THE DENTAL CENTER

AL FUTTAIM MOTORS

the-dental-center.com, 04 375

alfuttaimmotors.com, 04 206 6666

2175

Al Futtaim are the UAE’s exclusive distributors of

Located in Dubai Healthcare City,

Toyota and Lexus cars.

the Dental Center’s services include

BANKING AND FINANCE COMMERCIAL BANK OF DUBAI cbd.ae, 800-CBD CBD offers savings schemes, a personal loan service and foreign exchange contracts.

HSBC hsbc.ae, 800HSBC (4722) HSBC offers Islamic, premier and international banking, wealth management, corporate and personal accounts.

MASHREQ BANK mashreqbank.com, 04 424 4444 Mashreq offer deposits, borrowing and a broad range of

dental makeovers.

AL TAYER MOTORS 04 303 7070

FLORISTS

Distributors of Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Jaguar

EXOTICA

and Ferrari.

exoticaemirates.com, 02 644 4416 / 04 347 3260 With branches in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Exotica offers bouquets as well as floral arrangements for weddings.

credit cards with online facilities.

ARABIAN AUTOMOBILES

NATIONAL BANK OF DUBAI

The sole distributors for Nissan in the UAE. They also

ORGANIC FOODS AND CAFE

nbd.ae, 04 222 2111

sell second-hand Nissan vehicles.

organicfoodsandcafe.com, 04 434 0577

04 339 0999

A small store at Emaar Business Park where a florist

Current accounts, silver, gold and platinum credit cards, specialised private banking and internet banking.

LIBERTY AUTOMOBILES

knocks up good value, immaculate bouquets to order.

libertyautos.com, 04 282 8092

STANDARD CHARTERED

Liberty Automobiles are the largest

SHAKESPEARE FLOWERS

standardchartered.ae, 04 313 8888

General Motors dealership in the UAE for Opel,

04 349 1070

Loans and mortgages, a specialised Islamic Banking

Cadillac, Chevrolet and Hummer cars. They are also the

Located at The Village Mall, Shakespeare design

service, private banking and home and life insurance.

exclusive distributors for Kawasaki motorcycles.

attractive bouquets and floral arrangements.

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62 BETTER COMMUNITIES UPSCALE AND POSH

HAYYA

INSURANCE

upscaleandposh.com

hayya.com, 04 362 7775

AXA

Upscale and Posh has a

A chain of gyms located within various Emaar

axa-gulf.com, 800 48 45 / 800 29 24

large selection of delivery flowers

properties, including Meadows Village, Burj Dubai and

AXA offers local, regional and global healthcare plans.

to choose from online. They

the Lakes.

They also cover motor, yacht, golf and travel insurance.

HOSPITALS AND MEDICAL CLINICS

BUPA (Through Lifecare)

also offer online florist consultation.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

AL ZAHRA MEDICAL CENTRE

FARNEK

alzahra.com, 04 331 5000

farnek.com, 04 382 4400

Al Zahra provides departments like pulmonology and

Established 30 years ago in 1980, Farnek is one of

opthalmology in addition to paediatrics and dentistry.

the UAE’s premier property and facility maintenance companies, servicing over 1,000 properties in Dubai.

AMERICAN HOSPITAL

As well as air-conditioning servicing, Farnek offers

ahdubai.com, 04 336 7777

cleaning, security and mechanical assistance to its

The first hospital in the Middle East to get a Joint

customers. With over 1,000 experienced staff members,

Commission International Accreditation (JCIA).

the organisation is available to help around the clock, carpeting and carpet-cleaning. The skilled tradesmen

BELHOUL EUROPEAN HOSPITAL belhouleuropean.com, 04 345 4000

of the design and build division do everything from

Belhoul’s facilities include 19 specialist clinics in

installing baby gates to renovating kitchens. What’s

addition to surgical facilities.

and also offers plumbing, painting, masonry, tiling,

more, Farnek has got a fantastic reputation based on the reliability of its staff and reasonable costs. They are

EBSAAR

happy to help with villas and apartments – you name it,

ebsaar.ae, 04 344 0122

Farnek will look after it.

A clinic offering over 16 different technologies aimed at improving your vision, including LASIK,

HITCHES AND GLITCHES

glaucoma laser treatment, treatment for diabetes

hitchesandglitches.com, 04 341 2888

complications and retinal diseases and cataract and

Air conditioning and pool maintenance and a 45

premium lenses.

minute response time for emergencies.

HOWDRA CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE howdra.moonfruit.com, 04 227 2736 Howdra offers handyman and maintenance services covering electrical and plumbing problems.

PERMAGLAZE PROPERTY IMPROVEMENTS 04 323 2722 General Maintenance undertaken by Under One Roof maintenance company specializing in tiling of floors and walls, plastering, painting and decorating – internal and external. Rewiring and plumbing undertaken too.

GYMS AVIATION CLUB aviationclub.ae, 04 286 5303 The Aviation has a great pool, squash and tennis courts.

They offer a range of workout classes too.

THE BIG APPLE jumeirah.com, 04 319 8660 Diet supplements and fitness foods in addition to a great range of fitness machines, weights and classes.

FITNESS FIRST fitnessfirst.ae, 04 351 0044 Fitness First is the largest chain of gyms in the UAE with branches in Mirdiff, Media City, and BurJuman, among others.

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EMIRATES HOSPITAL emirateshospital.ae, 04 349 6666 A specialist surgical hospital which also houses a dental clinic and other general clinics.

HEALTH BAY POLYCLINIC

lifecareinternational.com, 04 331 8688 Bupa offers three different insurance packages running from the Lifeline Essential plan up to the Lifeline Gold.

DAMAN NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE damanhealth.ae, 800 432 626 National, regional, and global health insurance plans plus visitor plans to a limit of AED150,000.

EXPACARE (Through MedNet) mednet-uae.com, 800 48 82 Expacare’s packages include Standardcare, and Executivecare and Specialcare which cover dental care, complementary therapies and chronic conditions.

RSA rsagroup.ae, 800 772 / 04 302 9995 RSA insurance offers policies covering health, home, pets, motors, personal accidents and travel insurance, among others.

INTERIOR DESIGN SPRINGS/MEADOWS LAKES/ARABIAN RANCHES GREEN COMMUNITY EXTENSIONS & ALTERATIONS WOODEN PERGOLAS

healthbayclinic.com, 04 348 7140

PAINTING

A private medical clinic in Umm Suquiem, offering a huge range of services from a group of dedicated

FENCES

doctors. Services include family medicine, paediatrics,

TILING

obstetrics and gynaecology, infertility, internal medicine, gastroenterology, hepatology, travel clinics, well woman and well man medicals, baby clinic, lactation consultancy and more.

SHARIF EYE CENTER

Mobile : +97150 871 8484, Telephone: +9714 271 3845 Fax : +9714 367 5758, Email: shivraj@homesolutions.ae

KENNELS AND CATTERIES

sharifeyecenter.com, 04 423 3664

ANIMAL CARE CENTRE

One of the top centres in the Middle East region

animalcarecentre.biz, 06 543 6280

helping people improve their vision and decrease their

Located in Sharjah, Animal Care Centre is the oldest

dependency on glasses or contact lenses, Sharif Eye

kennel and cattery in the UAE. They also have their

Center is located at Dubai HealthCare City, Ibn Sina Building, Block D-101.

THE CITY HOSPITAL

own veterinary clinic.

CHURCHWOOD’S churchwoods.dubaiparent.com,

ehl.ae/thecityhospital, 04 435 9999

04 341 5201

The City hospital was the first hospital in Dubai

Located in Barsha, with all chalets separated by

Healthcare City and boasts state-of-the-art equipment.

partitions and fitted with smoke alarms.

WELCARE HOSPITAL

DUBAI KENNELS AND CATTERY

ehl.ae/WH, 04 282 7788

dkc.ae, 04 285 1646

Welcare was the first private hospital in Dubai

DKC offer boarding, daycare and collection and delivery

to receive the Quality Appreciation Award.

for cats, dogs and other pets.

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POSH PAWS

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poshpawsdubai.com, 050 273 0973

stdubai.com, 04 336 2003

Located a short drive from Dubai’s Dragon Mart, Posh

Contractors who adapt feng

Paws is like a holiday camp for your pets.

shui designs to

LANDSCAPING AND GARDENS

BLOSSOM CHILDRENS NURSERY theblossomnursery.com, 04 348 6275 Umm Suquiem nursery which takes kids aged 6 months to 4 years.

promote balance.

MAIDS

ACE GARDEN CENTER

BUSY BEES

800 ASK ACE (800 275 223)

busybeesdubai.com, 04 351 7807

ACE Garden Centre, located at Dubai Festival City,

Services include house cleaning, baby sitting, event

has an impressive array fencing , pots, potting soil,

planning and car cleaning.

BUTTERFLY MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL admont.ae, 02 665 8611 Preschool for children aged 6 months to 4 years which covers mathematics, natural science, French and Arabic.

CHILDREN’S OASIS NURSERY

fertilizers, seeds, indoor and outdoor plants, watering accessories, gardening tools and machinery. It’s a

DUBAI MAIDS

childrensoasisnursery.com, 04 348 8981

real one stop shop for all your home and outdoor

dubai-maids.com, 050 919 2029

Located in Umm Suquiem, Emirates Lakes and Dubai

gardening needs.

Dubai Maids offers cleaning, babysitting and party

Marina, Children’s Oasis takes age 3 months to 4 years.

services. They also arrange full time maids.

DUBAI GARDEN CENTRE

EMIRATES BRITISH NURSERY

dubaigardencentre.com, 04 340 0006

MAIDS.AE

ebninfo.ae, 04 348 9996

Gardening and landscaping services plus a good range

maids.ae, 04 339 4151

Located in Mirdiff and Umm Suquiem, EBN follow the

of plants, flowers and outdoor furniture.

Maids available for cleaning, baby sitting and laundry.

UK curriculum for ages 11 months to 4 years.

GROW GARDENS

SPEED CLEANING

HUMMINGBIRD NURSERY

growgardens.ae, 050 159 9723

06 543 6333

hummingbird.ae, 04 370 0449

Grow offers gardening services from preliminary

Speed Cleaning send a crew within 24 hours.

Kids aged between 6 months and 4 years are taught

concepts through to finished gardens

NURSERIES

the British curriculum.

PLANTORAMA

BASATEEN

KIDS COTTAGE NURSERY

plantoramallc.com, 050 656 5971, 050 652 2418

slc.ae, 06 506 7733

kids-cottage.com, 04 394 2145

Full design and consultancy as well as masonry

This centre in Sharjah promotes learning through play

Kids Cottage cares for children aged from 1 to 4 and

and irrigation.

for children aged from 2 to 4.

follows the British curriculum.

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HYDROLITE POOLS AND LANDSCAPES

England up to Year 13. They offer courses in business,

hydrolite.net, 06 535 1118

sciences, design and tech, media studies and music .

Hydrolite offers water treatment and cleaning twice a week plus regular reading of pH levels.

JUMEIRAH ENGLISH SPEAKING SCHOOL (Arabian Ranches) jess.sch.ae, 04 361 9019

MAK POOLS

JESS schools at Arabian Ranches are split into three -

makpools.com, 04 323 2958

primary, secondary and sixth form - and offer the British

Maintenance services for private pools and spas.

curriculum and IB for sixth form. They have a large, landscaped campus with fully-equipped playground

POOLS R US

areas, two temperature-controlled swimming pools and

poolsrusdubai.com, 04 340 7887

extensive facilities for sports, science, art/design and

A swimming pool installation and maintenance

performing arts.

company with equipment links with Europe and the US. of building thousands of swimming pools worldwide,

JUMEIRAH ENGLISH SPEAKING SCHOOL (Jumeirah) jess.sch.ae, 04 394 5515

will happily talk you through the entire swimming pool

A much-loved school teaching the British curriculum

building and ownership process, and they ensure that

to kids from Foundation 1 to Year 6. Jess has excellent

they’re always up-to-date with the latest design and

facilities and offers a large range of extra-curricular

landscaping innovations sweeping the industry. Pools R

activities.

Their friendly team, who have a cumulative experience

RISING STARS NURSERY risingstarsnursery.com, 04 348 8805 Located in Umm Suquiem 2, Rising Stars’ curriculum is designed for kids from 6 months to 4 years.

PET GROOMING BRITISH VETERINARY CLINIC britvet.com, 02 66 50085 British Veterinary Clinic are the only professional pet groomers in Abu Dhabi, located on Khaleej Al Arabi St.

PET CORNER petcornerdubia.com, 04 885 3637 Pet Corner include brushing in their prices, which are based on the breed and size of the dog or cat.

PETS HABITAT petshopdubai.com, 04 341 8085 Pets Habitat offers grooming packages for dogs and cats. Grooming is priced according to weight..

ROYAL PETS royalpets.ae, 04 288 6684 Located in Mirdiff, Royal Pets offers grooming services for dogs and cats including hair dyeing and de-matting.

PHYSIOTHERAPY PHYSIOCARE physiocare.ae / 04 429 8560 / 050 920 0838 Physiocare is a physical therapy and sport rehabilitation centre at Dubai HealthCare City. The clinic is attractive, well-designed and professional and has a friendly, pleasant atmosphere. Physiocare specialises in post and pre-pregnancy female healthcare, temporomandibular joint disorders, pain management for office workers, neurological rehabilitation, including after stroke and heart attack, and paediatric conditions and sports injuries.

POOL MANAGEMENT DUBAI POOL CLEANING poolcleaningdubai.com, 04 333 6484 Dubai Pool Cleaning offer a weekly clean service which includes checking and maintaining pH levels.

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Us also offers a filtration and pump system which keeps water fresh and clean while using minimal power – and

KINGS DUBAI

16 colour mode, low wattage LED lights will make sure

kingsdubai.com, 04 348 3939

your pool is the jazziest on the compound.

Located in Umm Suquiem, Kings Dubai provides courses until Year 6.

THOSE POOL GUYS thosepoolguys.com, 04 339 0418

WATER

Those Pool Guys clean and scrub swimming pools. They

MASAFI

also refill and disinfect them.

masafi.com, 800 54 55 Masafi offers home delivery of its five gallon bottles of

REMOVALS

mineral water on a contractual basis.

ACORN MOVERS

NESTLE

acornmovers.com, 04 323 6920 Acorn Movers were established in the UK in 1992. They currently work with 300 agents all over the world,

nestlewaters.ae, 800 44 04 Nestle delivers five gallon water bottles of their Pure Life range to homes across the UAE.

offering door-to-door world wide relocations for both

OASIS

corporate and residential moves. They offer packing,

oasiscome2life.com, 04 802 4888

unpacking and storage, and can also arrange both maid

Oasis offers free home delivery to its customers for five

and handyman services. They offer one month’s free

gallon bottles.

storage to clients who are moving back to the UK or into Dubai from anywhere in the world.

WHITE GOODS + ELECTRONICS

ALLIED PICKFORDS

JUMBO ELECTRONICS

ae.alliedpickfords.com, 04 408 9555

jumbocorp.com, 800 49 79 / 04 336 7999

Allied Pickfords offers handyman and cleaning services

Jumbo Electronics has 13 stores across Dubai including

in addition to packaging and relocation services.

Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Mall and Ibn Batuta.

EURO MOVERS INTERNATIONAL

PLUG-INS ELECTRONIX

euromovers-ae.com, 04 340 3920

pluginselectronix.com, 04 206 6777

Euro Movers offer door to door services in moving and

Plug-ins has three stores in Dubai, with the largest one

packing for both domestic and international locations.

in Dubai Festival City.

RELOGULF

SHARAF DG

relogulf.com, 04 501 5748 Relogulf offers moving and packaging services for both

sharafdg.com, 800 344 357 / 04 368 5115 Sharaf DG has six stores across Dubai. They have a

domestic and international moves.

lowest price guarantee an 7 day refund policy.

SCHOOLS

WILLS

The following schools were rated ‘Oustanding’ by the

EXPAT WILLS

Knowledge and Human Development Authority.

www.expatriatewills.com, 04 304 5085

JUMEIRAH COLLEGE

in the UAE to sort out inheritance issues. They have a

gemsjc.com, 04 395 5524

team of consultants who can visit you, talk you through

Jumeirah College follows the National Curriulum for

the process of drawing up a will.

Expat Wills is dedicated to helping expatriates living