The Private Collection 2018 Edition

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EDITOR’S NOTE

CEO

Oriol Font

MARKETING MANAGER

Ariadna Casanovas

GENERAL MANAGER

Jan Tabrizi

HR & OPERATIONS MANAGER

Paola Badia

LUXURY SALES DIRECTORS

Alexander Von Sayn- Wittgenstein Andrew Cleator Luke Jones LUXURY SALES SPECIALISTS

Joey Elaty Rida Jaber Conny Mathei Richard Brock Nassima Gough-Menari Daniel Garofoli Michaela Muller Mikhail Vasilev

Soyful Islam

ASSOCIATE DIRECTORS

Sally Ann Ghai Brigitte Tenbergen LUXURY RENTALS DIRECTOR HEAD OF DIGITAL MARKETING INTERIOR DESIGNER

Ryan Kasper Joseba Umbelina

Sergi Comellas Francisco Cañete

WEB DEVELOPER

Lester Jonson

PHOTOGRAPHER

CUSTOMER CARE EXECUTIVES

Annie Bagni

Gregory Almeida

ACCOUNTANT EDITOR

QUALITY WINS THE DAY Right from the beginning when we established Luxhabitat, the focus was on the marketing and selling only the most important quality properties. As pioneers in the luxury real estate market today, development quality was a rising concern in 2009.

Fast forward to 2017, where we are seeing a huge change in perspective with a maturing market. End-users have opted to wait a while to get what truly epitomises luxury for them.

I am glad that some developers have put these ethos at the helm of what they do and that we’re seeing better luxury projects than ever before. The now educated Dubai luxury property purchaser is finally able to determine what luxury is and what isn’t, and developers are finally stepping up to the challenge.

With the advent of new off-plan projects released, we’ve seen a significant shift in the

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market. This year for the very first time, offplan sales of Luxhabitat accounted for more than 50% of the total transactions. It’s a clear reflection of the market that we’re in.

In January 2018, the Dubai Land Department revealed an overseas investor program for Dubai’s residential real estate market leading up to 2020. The focus is on investors in Russia, India, U.K. and China. Last year, Arab and Chinese investors were particularly active in Dubai’s freehold space - while Indians represented the second biggest buyer demographic - spending AED15.6 billion - after UAE nationals who spent AED25.3 billion. We at Luxhabitat would like to add our heartfelt support to this campaign in making Dubai a true hub for quality luxury properties.

- Oriol Font, CEO, Luxhabitat

Jithin Joy

Aneesha Rai

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THE MOST EXPENSIVE PENTHOUSE

Step inside this triplex penthouse in Dubai Marina

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ABOVE & BEYOND

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EFFORTLESS ELEGANCE

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TURN THE TABLES

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LET’S TALK

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CUSTOMISATION IS KEY

That’s how most would describe the new Beolab 50

The Bitta sofa offers both warmth and comfort

Coffee tables take centerstage These chairs are just meant for the great outdoors Customisable settings for the outdoors A guide to sourcing the right modern kitchen for you

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KEEPING UP WITH THE TIMES

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CULTURE GUIDE

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SET SAIL ON THE MANGUSTA GRANSPORT 44

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LIVING LIFE ON THE EDGE

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THE OBEROI, AL ZORAH

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EMBRACING GLAMPING

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CHARTER THE UNCHARTERED

Panerai’s latest watch has a strong, sportive heart

See what’s cooking up in Dubai’s arts scene

The newest yacht in town

One for every gentleman on the guest list The Alila Uluwatu offers privacy and breathtaking views Find peace at your doorstep tucked away in this resort When luxury glamping takes over Set sail on a voyage with Amandira

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BLOOM AND GROW

From cocoon to butterfly, here’s what happening at Al Barari

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PRIME VILLAS

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SHAPING UP THE SAADIYAT CULTURAL DISTRICT

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WHAT’S IN STORE FOR DUBAI’S REAL ESTATE MARKET

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TESLA ROLLS INTO TOWN

From beachfront estates to golf-side living, these villas radiate style in every turn.

A peek into Dubai’s most expensive penthouse and more

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UNIQUE APARTMENTS

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LOFTY LIVING

Only the best in the city.

Stunning homes designed to inspire

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Meet the team of Luxury Specialists behind the brand that makes Luxhabitat the firm to work for

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Abu Dhabi’s cultural district brings in 21st century architecture 9 experts weigh in on what 2018 holds A futuristic car for a tech-forward city

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LUXHABITAT WINS BEST WEBSITE

Celebrating our win at the Arabia Property Awards

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What a year of luxury events with us looks like

102 WHAT’S MISSING IN DUBAI’S LUXURY RENTALS

Luxury Rentals Director, Ryan Kasper identifies the gaps

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ONE OF A KIND WHAT DOES DUBAI'S MOST EXPENSIVE PENTHOUSE LOOK LIKE? Nestled at the top of one of the tallest residential skyscrapers in the world, this spectacular penthouse affords 360 views across the whole emirate of Dubai, to the Burj Khalifa surrounded by the developments of downtown, across the golf courses of Emirates Living, down the full coastline past the Jumeriah Beach Hotel, and of course taking in the full Palm and the World islands. It's a view equivalent to a helicopter tour of the Dubai skyline, and, quite simply, breathtaking from every angle.

Exquisitely interior designed, the space is well thought out, with quiet and relaxed family areas, and bold, luxurious and spacious entertaining rooms which include a full lit onyx bar with lounge, a double height party space that features a full size blossom tree, which adjoins a fully kitted nightclub. To the other side, the dinner hall seats 18. There is an industry standard back kitchen so that your caterers have everything required to service a large entertainment event.The quiet areas include a glamorous library/lounge space, a well appointed study, a gym and terrace pool.

The family can relax in the more casual family space with a cinema area, as well as a convenient hidden kitchen. The master suite has

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and a settled living area away from the sleeping zone. The massive bathroom has a spa style finish, walk in mirrored dressing rooms, and elegant neutral finishes throughout.

All other of the total of 6 bedrooms are finished in lavish luxury with a contemporary understated vibe. This penthouse is truly a statement home.

Marina 23, Dubai Marina 6 Bedrooms | 9 Bathrooms (6 en-suite) Built Up Area 38,000 sq ft |3,530 sq m

AED 150,000,000 | USD 40m Sally Ann Ghai T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 4722

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ABOVE AND BEYOND THAT’S HOW MOST WOULD DESCRIBE THE NEW BEOLAB 50.

BeoLab 50 is the first loudspeaker from Bang & Olufsen, emerging directly from the prestigious and innovative BeoLab 90 that set an entirely new standard for state-of-the-art loudspeakers. Perfect for both cinematic and musical experiences, the extraordinary performance of BeoLab 50 has gained from the uncompromising acoustic research and technological development of BeoLab 90 and shares several features with this iconic landmark loudspeaker. The loudspeaker’s distinct appearance reflects the technologies applied while still fitting elegantly into any interior decor.

ADVANCED SOUND CUSTOMIZATION

HIGH PERFORMER WITH A LIGHT FOOTPRINT

The Bang & Olufsen App enables you to operate BeoLab 50, and will assist you in creating and selecting different listening presets in relation to your listening position and preferences. This is bespoke listening at its best.

The silhouette of BeoLab 50 is slender, tall, and rounded by floating lines and visible edges. The silver-polished aluminium surfaces and warm oak wood lamellas are recognizable trademarks of Bang & Olufsen products. The bottom part of the speaker is designed to visually lift the speaker from the floor, keeping a light expression of clear posture.

BeoLab 50 also benefits from the pioneering Active Room Compensation technology. Using an external microphone, BeoLab 50 measures its physical acoustic surroundings and applies the ideal compensation filters to produce optimum sound at your listening positions or throughout the entire room. The side ‘cheeks’ adjusts to wide or narrow, which decides whether you are having a sweet spot listening experience or are going for a wider sound dispersion

WIRELESS EXCELLENCE

Images & content by Bang & Olufsen, Financial Centre Road, Dubai

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EFFORTLESS ELEGANCE THE BITTA SOFA OFFERS BOTH WARMTH AND COMFORT Kettal Bitta is a warm, comfortable collection which features a combination of aluminium frames with braided polyester cords. The new extendable table is available with a teak, marble or aluminium top. The overall look is quite something else.

‘My aim was to create dense braiding that would still let the air through, reminiscent of the braiding of the ropes used to moor boats (hence the name Bitta, which means “mooring” in Italian), which makes the pieces look lightweight but, at the same time, they look just like cosy nests in natural colours to sit back and relax in’. says Rodolfo Dordoni, designer behind the Bitta collection for Kettal.

Architect and designer, Rodolfo was born in Milan. He designs for various companies: Artemide, Cappellini, Cassina, Minotti, Flos, and Dordoni Architetti, founded with architects Alessandro Acerbi and

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Luca Zaniboni, deals with architectural planning and interior design, residential complexes, stores, restaurants, hotels, yachts, as well as exhibit stands of diverse commercial fields.

Perfect for the outdoors, Bitta offers a comfort rarely available in these spaces. You might have spotted it at our very own Buddha Bar in Dubai, where it takes centre stage in the outdoor seating areas. Started by Manuel Alorda back in 1964 and today designs and fabricates some of the world’s most distinctive outdoor furniture. We love this brand so much, nearly every edition of ours features them!

Obegi home, 844 Jumeirah Road, Dubai www.kettal.com Pictures courtesy: Kettal

TURN THE TABLES HOW COFFEE TABLES CAN JUST TAKE CENTERSTAGE IN YOUR SPACE Among all the pieces in a living room or even outdoors, the humble coffee table can just change things up immediately and spruce up the entire room. These two coffee tables by Grass it up are at an affordable price point and are attractive enough to be noticed.

The idiom “Gather round the coffee table” is derived from the furniture piece and its proclivity for encouraging conviviality and light conversation. As a more formal coffee table, this would be perfect in almost any kind of space.

You use a desk to work on, you use a dining table or cafe table to eat on, but a coffee table is an object you just put things on, which is why its design can take a more interesting shape. A coffee table should be used wisely, as it is one of the most important elements of living room furniture and a coffee table often becomes one of the key

features of living room design.

The books that you put on your coffee tables also matter the most.

Choose a good mix of bestsellers such as ‘The little book of Hygge’ combined with those that match your personality. In interior design, we call this the ‘final dressing’ which helps your house become a home.

No matter how perfectly you furnish your living room, without a coffee table, the décor will not be truly complete. Coffee tables play an important role in setting a design, in creating an atmosphere, and in leaving an impression that lasts.

Grass it up, Showroom 17, Al Joud Center, Dubai www.grassitup.ae Pictures courtesy: Grass it up.

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SEAMLESS INTEGRATION THESE CHAIRS ARE JUST MEANT FOR THE GREAT OUTDOORS AND WOULD BE PERFECT BY THE POOL OR AS GARDEN FURNITURE Like an architecture that is in keeping with its surroundings, the Kettal Maia, collection designed by celebrity architect Patricia Urquiola has a natural lightness and elegance. The, design of the artisan braiding, the sturdiness of the aluminium frame and the new, Porotex and chenille fabric collection create a combination that oozes energy. The crisscross design often remind us of a slightly Arabesque mashrabiya screen which will make it perfect for any Dubai household as it adds homage.

A Spanish architect based in Milan, Urquiola stands out for the original designs of objects and furniture that she produces for the best and most important international firms. The designer of some of the most emblematic pieces in the current range, she created the Maia collection, one of her most characteristic works, for Kettal that remains a masterpiece.

These chairs would not look out of place either at the pool or in the garden as it’s interesting enough not to be too distracting.

Obegi home, 844 Jumeirah Road, Dubai www.kettal.com Pictures by Kettal

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LET’S TALK THE NEW PAL GARDEN SOFA COLLECTION IS PERFECT FOR OUTDOOR SETTINGS AS YOU CAN CUSTOMISE IT ACCORDING TO YOUR NEEDS Designed by Francesc Rifé for luxury garden furniture specialists, Point, the Pal Corner Garden Sofa is the latest in the collection.

Pal is a modular outdoor seating system consisting of upholstered cushion elements which are placed on a solid teak platform to create chairs, sofas & chaise longues. With its soft, subtle colors and earthy tones, it’s a perfect fit as an outdoor furniture piece.

The corner sofa pictured here comprises of two sofa elements, one which includes a coffee table and one which does not. However, you can add an optional coffee table on the right if you wish, thus making it look like it was always there and create a finality to the overall look; giving the guest no idea the sofa could be adjusted in the first place! Perfect for a garden setting and those high teas we all love.

The Teak used for the Pal collection is top quality A-grade wood containing high levels of oil & natural rubbers making it strong, durable and extremely weather resistant.

Point Furniture, Dubai,UAE www.point-sl.com Pictures by Point

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CUSTOMISATION IS KEY YOUR GUIDE TO SOURCING THE RIGHT MODERN KITCHEN FOR YOU Designed by Gabriele Centazzo, Genius Loci is a function of Valcucine kitchens that is the heart of customisation and available in various finishes. It offers a timeless aesthetic and hand-crafted workmanship that reflects the taste of those who purchase it. The result is sophisticated and refined. It hides all kitchen equipment The new interior accessories for Valcucine drawers are modular and functional to adapt to the daily requirements of the users while keeping everything tidy and within reach.

The Genius Loci drawer is available in two versions. One is angled and slightly outward at the bottom, creating a handle and reflecting

light in such a way that highlights its tactile material surfaces and hand-crafted elements. The other is more ‘minimalist’ and aligns perfectly flush with the kitchen doors.

Taking Valcucine’s versatility and customisation to the extreme, the Genius Loci range allows the front of its drawers to be personalised.

The owner’s identity can be expressed by choosing different finishes and handcrafted styles resulting from the excellence of Italian handicraft expertise.

Genius Loci by Valcucine ; www.valcucine.com

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KEEPING UP WITH THE TIMES PANERAI’S LATEST WATCH HAS A STRONG SPORTING HEART It is a strongly sporting heart which beats within the Luminor 1950 3 Days Chrono Flyback Automatic Ceramica, the new Officine Panerai watch in which the classic quality of the design is masterfully integrated with the sophistication of the P.9100 manufacture chronograph movement and with the remarkable technical quality and design of the black ceramic case.

The essential lines of the case and dial are faithful to the unmistakable Panerai identity, being unaffected by the existence of the flyback function, which instantly zeroes the chronograph hands and restarts them without it being necessary to stop and zero them first.

In the P.9100 calibre, the blue chronograph seconds hand and the rhodium plated minute hand are centrally mounted, so that the dial carries only the continuous small seconds counter at nine o’clock, symmetrical with the date window. The makeup of the Luminor 1950 is actually water-resistant to 10 bar (equivalent to a depth of about 100 metres), making it a perfect diving watch. The material of the Luminor 1950 case is a synthetic ceramic based on zirconium oxide, which is times harder than steel but much lighter. www.panerai.com

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CULTURE GUIDE HERE’S YOUR GUIDE TO THE ARTS & CINEMA HUBS IN DUBAI AND BEYOND Whether it’s catching the latest art house flick or experiencing the local theatre talent, there is a budding cultural movement in Dubai. Here’s how to experience them firsthand. While most arts enthusiasts crib about not finding enough culture in the city, they

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simply don’t know where to look. In every nook and corner of Dubai, you will find a group of buzzing artists practising their craft one by one - whether it be music, drama, art, dance or spoken word poetry.

This is Dubai’s best of the best.

CINEMAS

THEATRE

Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF)

The Junction

DIFF is currently in its 14th year running this year and is given much mettle thanks to the support of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President & Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai. Running mostly during the first and second weeks of December, now avid movie goers can also now delight in their monthly DIFF 365 programs where they can enjoy curated movies at Vox Cinemas in Mall of the Emirates. However, there’s nothing like the festive atmosphere at the various venues at DIFF, especially the red carpet experience at Madinat Jumeirah, which is like none other.

Another gem located in Al Serkal Avenue, The Junction is home to many a home-grown theatre talent. From Shakespeare plays to the latest in improv comedy, The Junction has something for all ages. The Junction was conceived of and built as a space where local and regional talent can thrive, where creators and performers can risk to be original, where collaboration and mutual development can occur, and where an appreciation for the arts can be cultivated into bigger audiences. The aim is to let local talent thrive.

Cinema Akil

DUCTAC

An independent movie project, Cinema Akil is a homegrown concept

by Butheina Kazim. It showcases directors and films from across the decades. During most of the year, they tend to be screened at Al Serkal avenue; however, during the cooler months you might find them in various parts of Dubai.

Another community supported initiative located in Mall of the Emirates, DUCTAC offers a year-round programme of theatre productions, gallery exhibitions, dance demonstrations and workshops. This live and digital arts space is perfect for local talent to stand up and be recognised.

The Scene

Dubai Opera

The Scene is an initiative that showcases the best of world independent cinema and foreign films in their raw format, providing the region’s first boutique cinema experiences by Roxy Cinemas. Formally known as The Scene Club, it was founded by film director and local Nayla Al Khaja in 2007 to represent a powerful shift in altering the perception of cinema.

Attracting acts from all over the world, Dubai Opera is nothing short of amazing. With seating for 2,000 people, this multiformat venue welcomes ballets, musicals, theatre and musical concerts. Set right in the heart of Downtown, it has a very exciting calendar of events lined up.

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SET SAIL IN STYLE THE NEW MANGUSTA GRANSPORT 44 WAS UNVEILED BY THE DELHAYE GREGORY GROUP(DGG) IN MARCH 2017.

This highly luxurious yacht fully holds the right to be considered a flagship, if not for her length then for her values and features. She is an intriguing combination of exclusiveness, charming lines and performance. The distinctive lines can be summarized in a timeless contemporary design, which has no need to shout to attract attention.

She is a real beauty, and does not have to show off to be noticed.

The interior design, once again bearing Mancini’s signature, is impeccable and features an Italian style that is consistent with the external lines. The propulsion package is gritty and powerful, but also smooth and flexible when necessary. The distinguishing

feature of Mangusta Gran Sport 44 is the upper deck, an area where she finds her maximum expression. “I am extremely honored and delighted to present to the GCC region the new Mangusta model, the GranSport 44. Overmarine Group has consistently introduced models that suit different needs, desires and dreams, and this model of the Fast Displacement that we are exclusively presenting in the region is the style and design evolution of the line.” says Gregory Delhaye, Chairman, Delhaye Gregory Group.

Image and content by Delhaye Gregory Group

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THREE TYPES OF MUST-HAVE SUITS KNIGHTS & LORDS GIVE YOU TIPS ON THE MOST BASIC SUITS TO HAVE IN YOUR WARDROBE. A Tuxedo for a Black Tie event Gala dinners and award ceremonies around the world usually adopt a “Black Tie” dress code. Unlike its literal meaning, ‘Black Tie’ in this context means to wear a Dinner Jacket, which is more commonly known today as a Tuxedo and is considered the most formal attire for a gentleman.A Dinner Jacket or Tuxedo has a few elementary characteristics which one should always abide by.

Traditionally, a Tuxedo is always made of a plain solid black fabric with a Shawl Lapel made in black shiny satin fabric, one satin fabric covered button in the front and no more than three fabric buttons on the sleeve. The trousers are without belt loops and with a one centimeter satin strip running along the outer side seam. This is worn traditionally with a black satin cummerbund and a white pleated tuxedo shirt made with a wing tip collar to wear a black

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bow-tie and French cuffs for black cufflinks. The entire ensemble is then topped off with black studs on the shirt and black shiny patent leather shoes which are oxfords, brogues or whole cuts. Over time a few details with regards to the traditional tuxedo have evolved Due to this the shirt is now more commonly worn without pleats and with just black buttons instead.

Summer Wedding Suit The summer heat should certainly not be a reason for you to not look your absolute best during an occasion as special as a wedding.

Choose a light coloured plain tropical wool fabric under 240 grams and instruct your tailor to make it without lining or with half lining to keep it cool and breezy. If he is a bespoke tailor, just mention that you want a Neapolitan jacket and he will understand exactly what to do

with it, giving you ‘camicia rollo’ shoulders. ‘Camicia’ means shirtlike and ‘rollo’ means roped. The Neapolitan jacket, hailing from Naples in Italy as the name suggests, is a jacket that is constructed in a manner that is especially meant for the summers with no lining and light construction. The jacket drapes over you giving you a slim silhouette and still maintaining the light, comfortable and breezy feel. In addition to this your bespoke tailor will give you one of the signatures of a Neapolitan jacket which is the ‘camicia rollo’ shoulders. The last thing you should add to this is a pair of cotton trousers or chinos that contrasts yet complements the colour of your blazer. Add a self-tie bow tie for a smart casual look.

Business/ Board meeting suits For an important Business or Board meeting, you need to make

the most powerful and prominent statement possible. This can be attained by choosing a pinstripe or a chalk-stripe fabric in a Navy Blue, Mid-Grey or a Black. While the fabric choice is fairly important, the most important is the cut, fit and construction of your suit as your suit. Showcasing an affinity towards precision and perfection will give the message that you are one that looks for precision in all your business actions and decisions, a strong statement that can work wonders in your favour. The suit should act as your second skin. One should look relaxed and feel confident wearing it. Not too loose, or too tight. A common thing one should notice is the shoulder width and the shoulder blade of the jacket. The shoulder of a jacket shouldn’t extend beyond the actual shoulder of the wearer.

By Knights and Lords, www.knightsandlords.ae

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LIVING LIFE ON THE EDGE LOCATED RIGHT ABOVE LIMESTONE CLIFFS, THE ALILA ULUWATU OFFERS PRIVACY, BREATHTAKING VIEWS AND AN UNMATCHABLE EXPERIENCE. Nestled in the depths of the Uluwatu area in Bali, the Alila Uluwatu offers an experience that is five-star luxury at its best. The delightfully designed hotel is perched atop a cliff and hosts some amazing views.

Its organic architecture that is so ‘classically Alila’ is tasteful and pays homage to its Indonesian heritage with a contemporary style.

As you drive into the resort, you are surrounded by the shades of pristine white, stunning water features and gorgeous foliage. This place is zen and it feels like it. Visitors have the option to choose their privacy and an on-call butler. Golf buggies take you to your own little

private piece of paradise. One can choose between one and three bedroom villas that are just remarkable at every turn.

The villas at Alila Uluwatu are tastefully decorated and spacious.

You will be amazed by the sheer size of the private pool. The cabana and sun-beds arrive as standard and the tropical rain shower is amazing. Opt for in-villa dining services at just a tap on your tab or choose to dine at the restaurant Cire which offers organic fanfare.

Another option is the more local Warung. Quila is a great fine dining option run by Catalan Chef Marc. You can choose to dine at one of

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the beautiful cabanas or sip sundowners at the Cabana. These gorgeous South Asian sunsets are not to be missed. At times, there are themed nights which offer a chef’s menu that are definitely worth going to as they involve live music as well.

The spa at Alila Uluwatu is nothing short of a remarkable wellness experience. Again surrounded by the tranquil call of nature, one cannot help but soak into seemingly endless relaxation at the hands of their skilled therapists as they lead you to your private villa for a treatment.

Alila Uluwatu. Bali. Indonesia +62 361 848 21 66 www.alilahotels.com/uluwatu

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THE OBEROI, AL ZORAH FIND PEACE AT YOUR DOORSTEP AT THE OBEROI BEACH RESORT AL ZORAH TUCKED AWAY AMONGST LUSH GREENERY AND THE BLUE SEA Drive into Ajman to the Al Zorah development area, and you will find a place of stark contrasts. From the rolling greens to the beautiful man-made lagoons, Ajman looks like it’s the next UAE destination for luxury and leisure.

The first hotel in its development, The Oberoi Beach Resort Al Zorah is contemporary, high-tech and impressive from end to end. Designed by Italian architect, Pierre Lissoni, it disposes of the over the top Arabic influences to make way to a very contemporary design. Surrounded by lush greenery and plenty of water features, it’s worth visiting. www.oberoihotels.com/hotels-in-al-zorah-ajman/

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EMBRACING GLAMPING ‘LUXURY GLAMPING’ TAKES OVER IN TYPICAL FIVE STAR FASHION IN THE MIDDLE EAST Elaborate rooms, high-end dining options and a butler in the middle of the desert tent are fast becoming the norm for luxury travellers. The new-age millennial traveller now seeks a middle ground between the great outdoors amongst nature and understated luxury. Luxury desert glamping seekers in the UAE can now rejoice and enjoy this experience not too far away from home, thanks to Hud Hud Travels.

Hud Hud Travels; +968 9980 2922; www.hudhudtravels.com

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CHARTER THE UNCHARTERED AMANDIRA VOYAGES CAN OFFER YOU AN ALTERNATIVE FIVE-STAR EXPERIENCE BY SEA Board a stunning Phinisi vessel called Amandira, a two-masted sailing ship measuring 52 metres from bow to stern, was handcrafted by the Konjo tribe and launched in 2015. Amandira combines the Sanskrit words for ‘peace’ and ‘intrepid’. This particular ship combines the ancient romance of the spice trade with cutting-edge contemporary amenities. The expedition sails on the vibrant waters of Indonesia; from Amanwana to Komodo National Park.

Amandira, +62 371 22233; www.aman.com/resorts/amanwana/

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MODERN LIVING SITUATED ON THE M-FROND, THIS PALM JUMEIRAH VILLA IS A MASTERPIECE Boasting arguably the most desired design and location on the Palm Jumeirah, this custom designed villa is truly a masterpiece offering. We at Luxhabitat are proud to offer this unique ocean mist custom villa; offering three stories of total luxury with unsurpassed panoramic views of the Palm Jumeirah crescent, Dubai Marina skyline, and the Arabian Sea with a massive private beach frontage.

Featuring fully furnished living at the pinnacle of locations, this villa is located at the very tip of the frond; thereby giving you a majestic view of the Dubai Marina skyline, and the new up and coming world attraction-Ain Dubai, you’ll have a feast for your senses. Being designed and

built to the latest market demands, you’ll be amazed at the size of the infinity swimming pool - one of the largest on the Palm. Lounge out on the open terrace on the first or second floor and have a feeling like you’re on top of the world. This is one of the finest villas you’ll find in Dubai with a beachfront.

Lying over 13,000 square footage of built up area, the villa is situated over a pretty large plot. It hosts five bedrooms and another bonus guest room, which makes it one of the largest available villas on the Palm.

The pricing is notably significantly higher than the standard Nakheel offerings, but the quality is unmatched.

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The villa’s location has its own private access gate; so in essence you have two sets of security keeping your home safe, secure, and private. The interior design and finishings have been completed by Finasi - including kitchens, wardrobes, and much of the high-class finishings.

This villa has been designed by LW Design Group - considered the best of the best in architects here in Dubai. LW Design Group has done some really well-known projects in the city and across the globe. Some of their main projects have included the Monte Carlo Beach Club, Buddha Bar, and Toro Toro. The villa has a unique oversized infinity pool measuring over 17m long, making it one of the longest private pools on the Palm. The home also hosts its very own private gym and elevator.

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Kitchen & wardrobes are fitted out with Finasi fixtures and fittings. The equipment for the kitchen is the top line of Miele or Gaggenau. The smart home system is made by Lutron. The high standards of fixtures and fittings assure you that this villa is finished off to the highest standards and is a credit to its prestigious owners.

Frond M, Palm Jumeirah 6 Bedrooms | 6 Bathrooms (5 en-suite) Built Up Area 13,110 sq ft |1,217 sq m

AED 78,000,000 | USD 21m Joey Elaty T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 2303

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MAGNIFICENT MANSION CONTEMPORARY FROM EVERY ANGLE, THIS VILLA IS TRULY OPULENT Luxhabitat are proud to offer to the market what can only be described as one of not only Dubai's but the UAE's most exquisite and most stunningly presented luxury villas.

Located in Dubai's premier neighbourhood of Emirates Hills this home has to be viewed to be truly appreciated, with again simply stunning daytime and evening vistas of the Montgomery golf course, lakes, fairways and unbelievable Marina skyline views.

This exceptional property even includes a swimming pool with underwater speakers!

E Sector, Emirates Hills 9 Bedrooms | 9 Bathrooms (8 en-suite) Built Up Area 32,291 sq ft |2,999 sq m

AED 125,000,000 | USD 1.3m Conny Mathei T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 2772

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LIMITED EDITION THE HILLSIDE HOMES AT JUMEIRAH GOLF ESTATES ARE TRULY WORLD-CLASS The Hillside community consists of only 20 stylish contemporary design villas amidst beautifully sculptured green landscapes at Jumeirah Golf Estates. These exclusive villas offer spectacular views over the prestigious Earth golf course. Consisting of a built-up area of over 16,500 square feet and comprising of 6 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms, they are located within a 2 minute walk from the Jumeirah Golf Club Country Club. Each home features a penthouse master bedroom suite on the second floor and an expansive fully air-conditioned,

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parking for 5 cars, 3 kitchens, 2 pantries, private study and staff accommodation for up to 4. The development is built in two rows parallel to each other with all villas overlooking the prestigious Earth course’s holes 1 and 10, home to the season ending annual DP World Championship. Each home is complemented by modern finishes including natural travertine, marble, stone and solid timber that are perfect for those who appreciate contemporary design. The Crestron controlled smart technology system enables wireless operation of music, television, DVD, air conditioning, window blinds, door entry, CCTV, lighting and all from the ease of your handheld device. The gardens include a combination of large paved areas, planting, and comes with an electrically controlled covered pergola above a sunken garden area. The basement includes space for storage, laundry, and driver’s room and also features a games room, bar, common area and home theatre.

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These homes are the perfect combination of design and quality with specific attention paid to detail and minimalistic sight lines. An ideal abode for families and alike, the community offers play areas for children, jogging, golf cart paths and tennis courts, along with facilities like swimming pools, gymnasium, aerobics and more.

Hillside, Jumeirah Golf Estates 6 Bedrooms | 10 Bathrooms (6 en-suite) Built Up Area 16,514 sq ft |1,534 sq m

AED 23,600,000 | USD 6.4m Andrew Cleator T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 4636

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AQUA VISTAS THIS GORGEOUS VILLA HAS WONDERFUL GALLERY VIEWS OF THE SEA This amazing home has been extensively and painstakingly upgraded over two years to give you a really high-quality, family and livable luxury home. There is smart home technology implemented throughout, along with a high-end sound system amongst the main upgrades. The ground floor features an oversized high-end aquarium custom built by world-class aquarium designers flown in all the way from the U.K. This amazing showpiece is a massive six meters in length and contains over 50,000 gallons.

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Other amenities include a private lounge and cinema, office space, barbecue area and service quarters.

The ground floor also has an oversized sunken kitchen with the latest in German appliances, extensive storage pantry area and all overlooking a massive private custom built pool. extended land to now over 14,000 full beach frontage.

Frond C, Palm Jumeirah 6 Bedrooms | 7 Bathrooms Built Up Area 9,120 sq ft |847 sq m

AED 34,900,000 | USD 9.5m Joey Elaty T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 4402

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SEA-SIDE SOJOURN THIS REMARKABLE VILLA RADIATES STYLE IN EVERY TURN This custom built villa located on Palm Jumeirah is most probably one of the nicest villas in the city. Almost all the materials in the kitchen, the marble and the windows have been imported from Germany. The open-plan layout can be changed easily so you can either keep the rooms as living/dining/entertainment areas; or even convert them up to 7 bedrooms for big families. If quality is an important factor in your decision making process, you should definitely have a look at this outstanding property.

Front J, Palm Jumeirah 7 Bedrooms | 5 Bathrooms (3 en-suite) Built Up Area 18,000 sq ft |1,672 sq m

AED 68,000,000 | USD 18.5m Alexander von Sayn-Wittgenstein T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 4362

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IN THE NEST OF COMFORT LOCATED IN A LUSH GREEN PARADISE, THIS VILLA IS A RETREAT OF ITS OWN This Nest villa in Al Barari is finished in a contemporary design. Sitting within a tranquil and peaceful landscaped location, the finishing within the villa is exceptional. From its integrated Miele appliances to its imported Italian joinery, this villa is a delight. Luxury finishes will include high-end porcelain tiles and white quartz stone tops in the kitchen, with kitchen cabinets from Colombini Casa and kitchen appliances from Zanussi. This villa has the most phenomenal views in Al Barari; especially because of its luxury landscaping and lake views.

The Nest, Al Barari 4 Bedrooms | 5 Bathrooms (4 en-suite) Built Up Area 7,462 sq ft |693 sq m

AED 11,500,000 | USD 3.1m Richard Brock T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 4480

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LIGHT AND HARMONY ONLY GOOD VIBES ALLOWED AT THIS MASSIVE AL BARARI VILLA This Acacia villa is a haven of spaciousness, light and harmony. Featuring the grandest of designs, this stunning home includes a swimming pool with spa, plunge pool and adjacent pool pavilion, restful gardens and terraces, and resort-style bedroom suites. Situated on a huge plot of 45,000 sqft, it has additional parking for 7 covered vehicles. This home sprawls over four floors with a useful basement, roof deck and masses of living space.

Two bedrooms are located at the ground level, whereas the rest occupy the first level.

Acacia, Al Barari 7 Bedrooms | 8 Bathrooms (7 en-suite) Built Up Area 18,084 sq ft |1,680 sq m

AED 42,000,000 | USD 11.4m Richard Brock T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 4496

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ON THE FIELD THIS STUNNING POLO HOME IN ARABIAN RANCHES IS DESIGNED TO INSPIRE This upgraded villa has been extended with two additional outhouses - one housing a gym and the other housing an outdoor function/family room for hosting family and guests events. The property hosts imported marble flooring from Iran to the joinery being custom made and imported from Germany, The property also comes complete with top of the range Nest home automation system, with the benefits of solar panels and recycling system making the property eco friendly .

Polo Homes, Arabian Ranches 6 Bedrooms | 8 Bathrooms (6 en-suite) Built Up Area 16,000 sq ft |1,486 sq m

AED 26,500,000 | USD 7.2m Richard Brock T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 4364

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MINIMALIST LINES AN ULTIMATE EXPRESSION OF MODERN ARCHITECTURE This villa enjoys spacious open plan living and a formal living space. A separate fully fitted open plan kitchen is complimented by a large open plan dining area with wonderful ceiling to floor bi-folding windows providing access to the beautiful pool and garden beyond. A spacious ground floor bedroom complete with an en-suite and walk in closet which could also be used as a additional reception room or study if required. For the most discerning, this gorgeous contemporary villa would make a very fine family home.

District One, MBR City 5 Bedrooms | 5 Bathrooms (5 en-suite) Built Up Area 8,415 sq ft |781 sq m

AED 16,500,000 | USD 4.5m Rida Jaber T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 3905

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LIFE BY THE WATERFRONT SERVICED BY THE W, THE ALEF RESIDENCES IS SPECTACULAR You know when you've arrived at The Alef Residences. A welcome from your personal concierge is the first clue to just how thoughtful and effortless coming and going has been designed to be. Woven into The Alef Residences lifestyle is a seamless, five-star level of service providing whatever, whenever. A taste of these include: 24 hour security service, 24 hour residential concierge courtesy, limousine service, entertainment in-Residences, catering, personal driver service, seamless maintenance service, security for events & party shopping. Live like a true VIP only at Alef Residences.

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Alef Residences, Palm Jumeirah 3 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms Built Up Area 6,220 sq ft | 577 sq m

AED 16,850,000 | USD 1.3m Alexander von Sayn-Wittgenstein T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 3233

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AN ARTIST'S DREAM THIS SUPER PENTHOUSE IS PERFECT FOR THOSE WHO LOVE POP ART This exclusively designed full floor property in the landmark tower of Dubai Marina, has been upgraded to the fullest extent. Stunningly designed by award-winning designers and architects, staged with unique pieces of modern and pop-art features, this apartment comes with full furniture, as every item has been hand picked or custom built just for this property.

It includes 5 unique spacious bedrooms with their en-suites bathrooms as well as 2 guest bathrooms, an office space, a private nine seater state-of-the-art cinema, a spa with your very own steam room, a fully equipped gym-room,a sauna and shower as well as spacious lounge / night club area, with a fully equipped bar, a DJ booth only the top clubs would

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have, with a speaker and sound system that is second to none.

Multiple balconies and two big terraces gives you enough outside space to entertain family and friends. Stunning 360 degrees views over the Palm, Burj Al Arab, Ain Dubai, full Marina / JBR view and golf course just tops up the overall "wow"-factor experience of the property.

Bahar, Jumeirah Beach Residence 5 Bedrooms | 7 Bathrooms (5 en-suite) Built Up Area 12,000 sq ft |1,114 sq m

Price on Application Daniel Garofoli T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 4779

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THE ULTIMATE LUXURY A FULL FLOOR PENTHOUSE WITH REMARKABLE FURNISHING A 35 floor residential tower developed by Xtreme Vision,this apartment overlooks the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Water Canal. This particular unit is a full floor unit which consist of five bedrooms at 10,000 feet.

It possesses exemplary finishings, including two kitchens, a light kitchen in the main living area as well as a wet/heavy duty kitchen in the rear of the apartment with piped gas for cooking. All apartments have Italian travertine marble floors in the living areas.

Volante, Business Bay 5 Bedrooms | 6 Bathrooms (5 en-suite) Built Up Area 10,788 sq ft |1,002 sq m

AED 36,500,000 | USD 1.3m Alexander von Sayn-Wittgenstein T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 4120

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OPEN PLAN LIVING APARTMENTS IN KOA CANVAS ARE MEANT FOR THE CREATIVE Designed by T.Zed Architects, KOA Canvas promises to be an exciting new development.

Aimed to be a creative hub, it is one of the few developments that makes way for such a space surrounded by a tranquil environment of green. The contemporary style of this complex is charming to say the least. This community suits the creative residents can carve out a space as unique as they are. It’s a community that both celebrates individualism and encourages collaboration and social engagement.

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This Penthouse contains huge windows spanning the width of the living room.

The semi open kitchen contains state of the art counter tops and will suit everyone's needs. Upstairs there are 2 huge bedrooms inclusive of stunning bathrooms and built in wardrobes. The master bedroom has a large walk in wardrobe with ample storage space.

KOA, Canvas, MBR Gardens 3 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms (3 en-suite) Built Up Area 1,805 sq ft |167 sq m

AED 5,200,000 | USD 1.3m Richard Brock T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 4690

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APARTMENT LIVING REDEFINING LIVING IN AL BARARI Designed with high grade finishes, this home in Ashjar forms part of the new building communities rising in Al Barari. Located to a stunning green enclave, it affords glorious views and a unique lifestyle not far from the hustle and bustle of Downtown Dubai. With only one other apartment on the floor, you can still be assured of privacy. Facilities will include pools featuring children’s play areas, and access to the neighbouring new Seventh Heaven development in order to enjoy the retail offerings and dining venues.

Ashjar, Al Barari 2 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms (2 en-suite) Built Up Area 2,551 sq ft |236 sq m

AED 4,000,000 | USD 1.3m Richard Brock T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 4444

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SEVENTH HEAVEN THIS EPONYMOUS DEVELOPMENT OFFERS BRIGHT AND AIRY LIVING Finished to a high standard, this apartment has bright and airy rooms. It hosts a massive terrace that overlooks the lake. Natural light illuminates the homes via floor to ceiling glass doors, which can be opened to extend living space onto the outdoor terrace. The flow of natural light into the interior is part of the energy efficient design, which will reduce the need for artificial light. Luxury finishes for the interiors will include high end porcelain and ceramic tiles in the bathroom, kitchen and formal areas.

Seventh Heaven, Al Barari 2 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms (2 en-suite) Built Up Area 2,800 sq ft | 260 sq m

AED 4,500,000 | USD 1.2m Richard Brock T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 4454

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DESIGNER'S AMBITIONS ABSOLUTELY STUNNING VIEWS AT THIS DUPLEX LOFT This professionally designed duplex penthouse loft in Bahar, Jumeirah Beach Residence is remarkable. It's stunningly designed by award winning international designer/ architect Steve Crummack, the genius behind the Exhibition Hotel in London. In addition, this unique property is being sold fully furnished with top end soft furnishings by BoConcept, Roche Bobois, and Zaha Hadid.No detail was overlooked nor expense spared in creating this ultimate duplex loft in Dubai. It boasts absolutely stunning direct sea and Palm views.

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The loft apartment features 2 bedrooms spread over two floors with doublevolume ceilings in the living room, giving an overall impression of space and light. The custom designer kitchen really is an entertainer's dream; it comes fully equipped with the latest built-in Miele appliances including double wine refrigerators.

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Bahar, Jumeirah Beach Residence 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms (1 en-suite) Built Up Area 1,942 sq ft |180 sq m

AED 5,100,000 | USD 1.3m Andrew Cleator T: +971 4 550 8338 | E: tpc@luxhabitat.ae Property Ref 3114

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BLOOM AND GROW FROM COCOON TO BUTTERFLY, AL BARARI AND ITS SURROUNDING AREA IS EXPANDING Over the past few years, Al Barari has sprouted new projects that will create an interesting multi-faceted community. Located past Nad al Sheba, what you will currently see in the community is 216 palatial mansions surrounded by lush flora and fauna. It’s a private, gated area rife with beautiful themed gardens and over 5.4 km as well as 506,000 sq ft of naturally landscaped lakes, freshwater streams, cascades and waterways created with sustainable practices of ecoconscious development. The Al Barari area is also home to the Heart & Soul Spa, a gym called Body Language, and The Farm - an organic farm-to-table dining concept.

Founded by Zaal Mohammend Zaal, Al Barari happens to have its very own microclimate. The landscape’s high density planting keeps the ground cooler, reduces evaporation enabling the use of less water; irrigation is controlled by state of the art computerised Central Control System which constantly communicates with irrigation controllers and weather stations installed in the field. This ensures application of precise quantity of water with no wastage, for healthy plant growth. All the efforts taken has resulted in the creation of a gorgeous botanical reserve; an enclave to live in for the rich and famous families of Dubai.

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Fast forward a few years and this community which was initially viewed as a reclusive one, is set to invite a higher number of residents and with facilities that cater better to the community within short notice. Al Barari’s Phase II development will see the creation of a resort hotel, school, medical and retail offerings and further residential development in addition to apartment developments such as Seventh Heaven and Ashjar.

Seventh Heaven is a beautiful apartment community developed to host 1 to 4 bedroom apartments, penthouses and sky villas. The buildings are designed in a cascading style, ensuring maximum

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views and light. Overlooking the lush landscapes, these units start at a built up area of 1,700 sq ft to 6,700 sq ft. Each home will get its own distinctive view.

Floor to ceiling glass walls to invite the outside in. One of the advantages of living here would be the ample space you can benefit from. These apartments are each designed, with minute detail to continue Al Barari’s intimacy with nature. There will also be natural ventilation and a green lobby. It will be a place of contemplation and relaxation. Bespoke artisans are invited to share their creations with the community. Seventh Heaven will have two entire floors dedicated

to unique F&B and retail outlets. These two floors will include a day care, beauty salon, spa, pharmacy, bank, laundry, book store, electronics, organic shop and cafĂŠ, restaurants.

Ashjar is a low-rise building community that is both low-rise and low-density with very few apartments per floor. Made of 9 low-rise buildings combined, this community is surrounded by lush flora and fauna. It truly will be world-class.

The Nest is also another selection of modern villas. The villas are of a modern and contemporary design with clean white finishing and bright airy rooms. The finishing within the Nest is exceptional and residents have already started to move in to the community with some villas lake and park views, the villas are beautifully crafted and completed to the highest standard yet living in a luxurious and tranquil private and secure location. The Nest encourages a slower, more relaxed pace and will leave an indelible mark on Al Barari’s already captivating visual landscape.

With Phase II planned to be completed in the next five years, developments such as Al Barari are ushering in a new way of living in Dubai, a city not readily known for its environmental credentials.

MOHAMMED BIN RASHID GARDENS Located not too far away in Mohammed bin Rashid Gardens, is KOA Canvas, a hub for young creative professionals. Designed by T.Zed Architects, this development will have its very own creative hub and 41 different layouts for each apartment. The aptly named development is so open plan, one can use it to customise their own The development also hosts several facilities in its plans, including 200,000 sq ft of tranquil gardens, paddle tennis courts, fitness studio, a spa, a natural sand amphitheatre, an adult lap pool, a family pool, private outdoor dining, a day care centre, kids play area and more. All adding an extra sense of community and fulfullment of the Dubai vision, not just its skyline.

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WHAT’S SHAPING UP THE SAADIYAT CULTURAL DISTRICT ABU DHABI’S NEW CULTURAL DISTRICT HOSTS THESE TWO MUSEUMS WITH WHICH CARRY SOME OF THE MOST STUNNING PIECES OF ARCHITECTURE IN THE 21ST CENTURY. Not far behind from Dubai, Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Island is proving to be quite the cultural hotspot. Its eponymous cultural district is already home to the recently opened Louvre Abu Dhabi. Besides this, there are three more concepts coming to the island, namely: the Zayed National Museum - a museum dedicated to the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, about the unification of the emirates as well as the UAE’s cultural connections across the world; The Guggenheim Abu Dhabi - a stunning contemporary art museum

by Gehry Partners; a performing arts center designed by the late Dame Zaha Hadid; and the Maritime Museum, a museum which will

celebrate Abu Dhabi’s maritime heritage and the emirate’s long-term relationship with the sea. The building with its simple appearance, will combine space, light, and water both inside and out, seamlessly blending the building’s interior and exterior to ensure that the Arabian Gulf is, fittingly, the museum’s most stunning exhibit.

Manarat Al Saadiyat is a 15,400 square metre arts and culture centre, designed to bring the vision of the island to life through The Saadiyat Story. The venue also features four gallery spaces.

This artistic venue houses Cultural Department Exhibitions with international collections from around the world.

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THE LOUVRE ABU DHABI Launched in November 2017, The Louvre Abu Dhabi designed by Pritzker prize-winning Jean Nouvel. Immaculately designed and inspired by Arabian heritage, the museum has a falaj-inspired water system running through it and a geometric lace dome inspired by interlaced palm leaves, thus creating an impression of shade and harnessing the light. The overall look is lacy and delicate. The dome’s complex pattern is the result of a highly studied geometric design, repeated at various sizes and angles in the eight superimposed layers. Each ray of light must penetrate the eight layers before appearing then disappearing, creating a cinematic effect as the sun’s path progresses throughout the day. Named the rain of light, this effect has been the subject of many models and mock ups over the

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years and is one of the defining features of the museum.

Once open, the museum’s permanent collection, as well as important loaned artworks from prestigious French institutions, The Louvre Abu Dhabi will form an art historical narrative taking the visitor from ancient times to the contemporary through 23 permanent galleries in 12 sequences. Designed as a museum city in the sea, with its contrasting series of 55 white buildings, including 23 galleries inspired by the medina and low-lying Arab settlements, a temporary exhibition space, Children’s Museum, a 200-seaterauditorium, a restaurant, a café, and retail space. The Louvre Abu Dhabi is nothing short of something out of ‘A Space Odyssey’, and that’s just part of its appeal.

GUGGENHEIM ABU DHABI The Guggenheim Abu Dhabi is a museum of modern and contemporary art offering a transcultural perspective on art history, with a dedicated focus on Middle Eastern art. Through its collection, exhibitions, scholarly publications and educational programmes, it will help contribute to a more inclusive and expansive view of art history that emphasizes the convergence of local, regional, and international sources of creative inspiration rather than geography or even nationality for that matter.

The museum’s collection, which will span the 1960s to the present, will include site-specific commissions for both interior and exterior locations, including the iconic cones circling the museum. Surrounded by water, the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi will have spectacular views of

the Saadiyat Cultural District and Arabian Gulf.

Frank Gehry’s monumentally scaled museum cones recall the region’s ancient wind-towers of yesteryear; ventilating and shading the exterior courtyards in a blend of Arabian tradition and modern design. Galleries are organised around the central atrium on four levels connected by glass bridges above. The museum will feature 12,500 sqm of gallery space and an additional 18,000 sqm of exterior exhibition space in the cones circling the museum.

The museum also will include art education facilities, archives, a 350-seat theatre (for a variety of events such as music recitals, dance and theatre productions, film viewings and performances), a library, a research centre, and more.

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9 EXPERTS ON DUBAI’S REAL ESTATE MARKET IN 2018 WE ASKED A SELECTION OF AGENTS, DEVELOPERS, PROPERTY DATA ANALYSTS AND PORTALS. HERE’S WHAT THEY HAVE TO SAY:

WHAT DEVELOPERS SAY “After a huge boom in recent years, the real estate market in Dubai is maturing. With this maturity comes higher expectations from buyers and demand for properties with finer design elements and of higher quality; in a market full of real estate opportunities, one can now be more and more selective. The need for differentiation will play a key role in the luxury market in 2018 in my opinion – in terms of integration of outside living with the inside, finishings, quality of fittings and fixtures, and overall attention to detail. In bringing to life Muraba Properties, and with it, our first project Muraba Residences on Palm Jumeirah, we aimed to address this need for pushing boundaries in the realm of architecture. Muraba Residences offers a minimalist, international design aesthetic.” - Ibrahim Al Ghurair, Founder of Muraba Properties

“The property market in Dubai is constantly improving and, at present, it is experiencing many changes that will have a profound impact on the luxury sector. For Forum Group, the aim has always been to go that one step further and ensure we are responding to any challenges that present themselves and staying focused long term. The luxury sector is a unique in Dubai. There is an oversupply in the so-called ‘upper scale segment’, but a huge number of those properties don’t epitomise true luxury. What we do expect to see in 2018 is the emergence of sophisticated buyers in the luxury market who have actually done their homework. We will start to see buyers who understand pervasive distinction between true luxury and aspirational luxury and that is a huge positive for us.” - Anton Yachmenev, Managing Director of Forum Group

“We’re seeing sub segmentation within the premium segment based on lifestyle, usage, interior design and facilities/ amenities. As we always say, the word luxury has been overused and with more projects in the market, only a few actually belong to the “true luxury” segment. Some customers are looking for a primary residence while other business travelers are looking for a secondary, smaller branded residence that doesn’t deprive them of all the facilities they expect back at home.

We’re also seeing new “premium” destinations attracting ultra high end residences, like Marasi, with its direct access to the Dubai Canal. Interior and spacial design is extremely important to the premium buyers. The use of high quality and natural materials is key.” - Mohammed Hmeid, Marketing Director of Omniyat

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WHAT THE PROPERTY DATA ANALYST SAYS “In the last 18 months prices have remained flat lined but rents have deaccelerated similar to international markets we witness that there has been a yield compression in Dubai. In the apartment as well as the villa space in Dubai, rental yields have trended lower structurally since 2009, indicating that investors are willing to accept risk with lower risk premia. Of all the major cities analyzed, Dubai remains far and above the highest yielding city, suggesting that there is ample room for further yield compression. In the demand and supply equilibrium, transactional activity has been a leading indicator for the price direction; high volumes suggest a price rise is on the horizon. In the first nine months of 2017, level of transactions are still 40% less than the peak in 2013-2014.” – Ozan Dezmir, Director of Operations & Research - REIDIN

WHAT AGENTS SAY “For buyers, it’s very important to check the developer’s reputation and take location & completion dates into consideration while negotiating price. The need for a good real estate agent has never been greater. It’s the right time to buy for both buyers and investors in this market, as a lot of projects are due to be launched soon this year. In addition to over 54,000 units been delivered in 2018, we also have several projects due to be launched. End-users can take a price advantage and purchase their dream units. In line with the Dubai Land Department, the focus of investors will be overseas, especially in China, India, Russia and the U.K. As for sellers, the prices are expected to flatten further so don’t be in a hurry to sell your property just yet. Renting it would be a good option instead. “ - Alexander von Sayn-Wittgenstein, Luxury Sales Director, Luxhabitat

“In my opinion, one of the trends for 2018 will be affordability, but affordability will have to come at a cost and I’m not referring to financial terms. Whilst we are currently experiencing a somewhat challenging property market, where prices are naturally soft but in order for developers to keep the ticket prices of residential property at what can be described as affordable to the average person, the actual size of the finished unit will also have to be reduced. We have seen this trend already occurring by many of the current developers in locations such as JVC, Dubai South and Dubailand etc. Building smaller units will continue next year as this trend will guarantee the property’s affordability tag. Buyers or investors will now have to get used to smaller sized property units when choosing the “affordable” option.” - Mario Volpi, Chief Sales Officer, Kensington Properties

WHAT THE PROPERTY PORTALS SAY “Coming to the end of 2017, the trend of decreasing prices across the market continues as observed since their peak in mid2014. Propertyfinder reports a gradual and uniform decline in asking prices in Dubai, according to its portal data. There is a pervasive sense that real estate is bottoming out, which meant a historic number of transactions in the last year. Falling prices makes buying a property more realistic for a larger Dubai population. Renters are moving into the buyer category, preferring to pay off their own mortgage, instead of their landlord’s. Dubai villa rents have experienced the biggest decline of all the categories (villas, apartments, for sale or to rent), but the decline is shallowing for other categories when compared to January 2016.” - Paul Spargo, Commercial Director, Propertyfinder

“According to our latest property report with JLL, the sales market in 2017 appeared to be close to the bottom of its current cycle. Whilst some areas experienced a decline in price per square foot, we do not anticipate that the sales prices will decline significantly in 2018. Despite a high number of planned projects in 2017, only approximately half of those units scheduled for completion were actually delivered by the end of the year. We predict a similar trend to continue in the next two to three years as there is an expected 120,000 units planned for completion by the end of 2020. With historically low materialization rates combined with the influx of sales due to demand driven by Expo 2020, it is unlikely that all of these units will be delivered on time. “ – Matthew Gregory, Head of Property Sales, dubizzle

“This past year was a buyers and renters market, with sales prices and rents sliding across several areas. As we move into 2018, further inventory will float on to the market and provide even more attractive opportunities, piquing the interest of a larger base of consumers to start considering owning a home in the UAE. The growth in the economy coupled with more affordable housing options, should provide for a healthy and positive trend for 2018. As more and more off-plan projects are completed in 2018, handed over and put on the secondary market, we can expect prices continuing to attract investors while landlords will have to stay competitive to entice potential tenants.” - Haider Ali Khan, CEO, Bayut

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TESLA ROLLS IN TO TOWN THE LATEST TESLA SHOWROOM OPENS IN A CITY AS FUTURISTIC AS ITS CONCEPT With the opening of the new Tesla showroom on Sheikh Zayed road in June 2017, the company has huge expansion plans in the region. On the release of the Tesla 3, the company is looking to enter the Middle Eastern market where electric vehicles are practically unheard of and scarcely used. The incentive this year has been taken by the government to now offer free parking spaces to those that own electric cars.

And while a Prius would get you the same parking spot, it is incomparable to a Tesla in terms of design and functionality. All the Tesla S, X and 3 models are suave and slick. All the latest Tesla cars already feature the ‘autopilot’ feature – where it creates a semi-

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automatic driving experience. A Tesla can now self-park with the option to soon automate itself for driving. Eventually, full autonomy will enable a Tesla to be substantially safer than a human driver.

Today, Model S and Model X owners enjoy features like Autosteer, Auto Lane Change, Autopark and Summon, and Tesla is continuously innovating to keep customers at the forefront of technology through over-the-air software updates. Armed with eight cameras and more than 12 ultrasonic sensors, the system enables the car to a 360-degree visibility-rate, even from a 250-metre scale.

Starting from the most affordable Tesla, the model 3 combines range, performance, safety and technology. Intelligent design

maximizes interior space to comfortably fit five adults and all of their gear. The high-efficiency powertrain provides zero to 60 mph acceleration in as little as 5.1 seconds. The next one in the series, the model S has some of the best safety readings for an electric car.

Reaching 0-60 mph in a mere 2.8 seconds, Model S is the quickest four-door sedan ever built.

Nothing beats the model X though. It’s just so unbelievably cool looking, with its falcon wing doors. This 7-seater SUV needs much lesser space needed to open than the sliding door of a minivan, the double hinged doors make loading a child in the backseat in tight parking spaces simple.

Tesla was only starting to accept car orders in February 2017, and now you can see multiple Tesla models across the UAE zipping through the streets. Tesla opened two supercharging locations at The Last Exit in Jebel Ali and in Masdar City, allowing drivers to recharge their vehicles in minutes rather than hours. By the beginning of the year, Tesla will open five additional Supercharger

locations, enabling long distance travel across every route into and out of the country. The UAE is already home to a number of Tesla destination chargers, which are available at 26 locations across the UAE, including hotels and shopping malls. Tesla will add more than 50 additional Destination charging locations by the end of the year.

Elon Musk’s company has been involved in Hyperloop One, a highpowered train that will get you from Dubai to Abu Dhabi within half an hour. The Tesla electric vehicles are also set soon to hit the market in the form of taxis, with 50 already being deployed. It possesses some self-drive features for added safety while driving on the highways.

Later in the year during October 2017, Uber also added a fleet of Teslas. The company launched A new UberONE option through its smartphone app, which allows users to choose a Tesla Model S or Model X electric car specifically for his or her ride with a slightly higher fare. The UberONE service came via a partnership with Dubai Taxi Corporation, which announced it would add 200 Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles by the end of the year.

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LUXHABITAT WINS BEST WEBSITE WE CINCHED YET ANOTHER BEST WEBSITE TITLE AT THE ARABIA PROPERTY AWARDS LUXHABITAT was honoured at the Africa & Arabia Property Awards at The JW Marriott Marquis Hotel, Dubai on the 7th September 2017 for their Best Website in Arabia. We competed against the best property professionals across the Asia Pacific region to be recognised in the Best Website category, an honorable achievement in itself.

The Africa & Arabia Property Awards are judged by an independent panel of 70 industry experts. The judging focuses on design, quality, service, innovation, originality, and commitment to sustainability.

The judging panel is chaired by Lord Caithness, Lord Best, The Earl of Liverpool, and Lord Thurso, members of the House of Lords in the UK Parliament. This year marked the 26th year of the awards. The Africa & Arabia Property Awards are the largest, most prestigious, and widely recognised programme throughout the region.

Commenting on the win, Head of Digital Marketing Joseba Umbelina said, “In our industry, it isn’t very common to have an in-house web developer; but we do because we believe is important to be constantly improving our website. It allows us to have flexibility to implement

fast new features and working to make the user experience as good as possible.”

Head of Technology, Francisco Canete commented, “It’s great to see the hard work by the marketing team commended on an international level. Every year, we try to add new features and to adopt the latest technology in order to improve our user experience and serve our clients better.”

Latest updates to the website include a seamless user experience both on mobile and desktop. Customers can now mark their favourite properties and get notifications for any significant price reductions.

They also get their agent’s contact details as soon as they enquire on a property. They can also save their searches so that they can check in at anytime to see if there are any new properties on the website.

Our constant efforts at design and innovation has ensured we receive awards in technology ever since inception. This keeps us one step ahead of the competition at every point. Our marketing team is made of a selection of professionals dedicated to making things happen.

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THE LUXURY NETWORK LUXHABITAT TEAMED UP WITH THE LUXURY NETWORK TO COLLABORATE ALONG WITH HIGH PROFILE BRANDS AND SET STANDARDS FOR LUXURY IN DUBAI. The Luxury Network is the world’s most exclusive and pro-active luxury marketing group. It’s a private consortium of non-competitive premium brands in each luxury capital of the world, working together at senior director level for mutual business and client development.

Luxhabitat is proud to announce that it has joined the network in order to further facilitate our business development arm.

The group exists to create extraordinary, powerful and successful business relationships between many of the world’s most luxurious brands. This synergy enables its members to gain unparalleled access to valuable, pre-qualified, high net-worth private clients from around the globe. The Luxury Network generated and developd brand awareness and exciting new business development opportunities through a different approach.

Through The Luxury Network, new business partnerships are created via strategic alignment, joint collaborations, product placements, endorsements, media sharing, B2B and B2C networking, sales and luxury showcase events and numerous other affinity marketing activities. Described by the British media as ‘the next generation of marketing for luxury brands’, The

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Luxury Network is the world’s leading business to business and business to consumer luxury affinity marketing, partnerships and events group. The Luxury Network covers all areas of the top-end market,including: marine, finance, motoring, concierge, health and beauty, aviation, property, travel, golf, jewellery, watches, entertainment, fashion and many more.

This past year, Luxhabitat joined the brands The Emaar Hospitality Group, The Diplomatic Council, Mice International, XXII Carat and Royal Jet Group on the Luxury Network.

Members of The Luxury Network receive a comprehensive programme of new pre-planned professional business development activities and events to maximise their relationships with other luxury brands.

The first event planned for 2017 included The Luxury Network Dubai and Abu Dhabi planning an Exclusive Business to Consumer Client Entertainment Golf Day, Luxury Showcase, Cocktail Reception and Networking Evening for Wednesday, March 8th, 2017.

During this first high profile event of 2017, we had an approximate 100 luxury brand guests, the press and VIPS.

The other events in the UAE region included a McLaren Track day and Luxury Showcase Event in late March 2017 at the Dubai Race Track. The current number of brands in the Luxury Network portfolio in Dubai and Abu Dhabi includes Luxuria Lifestyle, Bentley, Royal Jet, RIF Trust, Serena, PrivĂŠ Travel Concierge, Hadid, Diplomatic Council, Big Boys Toys, XXII Carat, Bang & Olufsen, Bombardier, McLaren and Xerjoff.

In collaboration with The Luxury Network, we also offered our support during the F1, where our VIP hospitality guests boarded the amazing 70m Lotus Super Yacht, one of the largest boats at the event. Lotus was berthed track side with excellent panoramic views of the race and close to the action with the cars speeding past only a few meters away. Other notable events included a Dubai Marina yacht event showcase, and the Maclaren Cup at Al Habtoor Polo Resort - the world-respected tournament.

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WHAT’S MISSING IN DUBAI’S LUXURY RENTALS WHAT MAKES A RENTED PROPERTY IN DUBAI A HOME? LUXHABITAT’S LUXURY RENTALS DIRECTOR, RYAN KASPER, SAYS UPGRADES CAN MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE. Dubai is a transient city; it is a global melting pot attracting people from a wide range of socio-economic backgrounds, many of whom initially decide to rent. Many of these tenants come to Dubai demanding the same luxuries they are accustomed to elsewhere, and part of my role as a broker specializing in luxury rentals, is to make sure their expectations are managed.

Despite the huge demand for luxury rental properties in Dubai, the reality is that there are relatively few genuinely upgraded, remodelled, one-of-a-kind homes for rent on the market at any given time. For a city known for its love of luxury and excess material wealth this may come to many as a surprise – especially for those who are used to these comforts and aesthetics afforded to them back home.

As a real estate broker, I have been in hundreds of homes and too many are alike. I always strive to rent the market’s most unique properties, but this is much easier said than done. This scarcity of standout properties boils down to a basic problem of economics – there are not enough properties that are deemed high-end or meet the criteria for luxury within the current rental market.

The annual rental price in my listing portfolio is on average 400,000 dirhams per year and I have rented several apartments and villas priced at well over 1-million dirhams annually and yet there still always seems to be a lack of luxury options that will be suitable for the most discerning of my clients.

For the majority of tenants in Dubai, there are plenty of rental options available which are perfectly acceptable, and meet their needs and expectations. In fact, the majority of homes and their facilities in Dubai might even be better than the standard back home.

Gated communities and palm-tree lined boulevards, infinity swimming pools and state-of-the-art gyms have increasingly become standard amenities throughout most communities.

Nevertheless, clients on the look out for luxury properties have a higher set of demands including private lifts, home cinemas, European kitchens and designer furnishings.

While Dubai offers some of the best amenities, facilities and lifestyles of any global, cosmopolitan city on the planet, it is lacking something tenants are always looking for - which is a certain originality and character.

I know first-hand that this burgeoning city will always attract those who enjoy living the high life – those who expect nothing less than the very best from their home. There is a natural emotional urge to make it your own. This is a defining quality of making something truly unique, by adding the human touch that makes it yours. It is something personal for you to be enjoyed by your family and admired

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by your friends.

As brokers, in a master-planned city we all know the “A Types” from the “B Types”, the “Grand Foyers” from the “Central Rotundas”, and the “01 units” from the “05s” - and we usually know which are the best and can command the most rent. However, it is when a property is removed of its “cookie cutter” label and no longer confined to just another copy paste of a generic design and abstract name that a house can truly come into its own as a home.

As Dubai continues to grow and its original developments become older; I’ve witnessed over the last few years an interesting and positive trend of more homeowners upgrading and remodelling their homes. Usually, they are doing this for themselves and are recreating their homes to suit their individual lifestyles – but on occasion, they do it deliberately with a tenant in mind willing to pay a premium for an upgraded move-in ready home.

It is always exciting for me when these home owners will call me to say they want to transition their home to a rental property. These homes are the ones that fill in the gap for those tenants looking for something luxurious and unique.

Your average landlord generally does not invest in a 20-milliondirham penthouse or undergo a multi-year villa renovation with the intention to rent it out – but more should.

There is a huge demand and lack of supply for luxury rentals. Sure, annual rental returns might not be as lucrative as a 1 bedroom in a popular, well established tower development – but ultimately they will have something much more valuable: They will have something that everyone wants, which only a select few can afford, and they will be the ones who decide how much to ask for it.

The future of the luxury rental market in Dubai is bright and will most likely mean that in the next few years more bespoke properties will be coming on to the market as more investors and landlords realize that a generic apartment or villa no longer cuts it.

This article was penned by Ryan Kasper, Luxury Sales Director at Luxhabitat. It originally appeared in Prestige magazine by Propertyfinder.

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DOCUMENTS NEEDED The listing process while renting out a property involves a lot of documentation that you as a property owner will need to take care of. All properties for rent in Dubai are required to have a permit allowing them to be advertised by a real estate company that is registered with RERA. To obtain this permit, you need the title deed, passport Copies of the owner(s) and a signed listing agreement are required to be submitted to the Dubai Land Department (DLD).

DECIDE A MARKETING STRATEGY In order to find the best tenant for your property, it is important that you work on an efficient marketing strategy that highlights the property’s distinct unique selling propositions (USPs) and is perhaps the most crucial step in renting out your home.

HELP THE AGENT Because first impressions are of high importance, it is necessary that a good viewing is arranged by the real estate company for the potential tenants. It is recommended that your property is clean and is in good condition during the process so as to attract the tenants. Also, it’s necessary to make sure that the real estate provide the customers with comments on the viewing, the status of an offer and constructive feedback on the property.

REVIEW THE OFFER Once the tenant decides on renting the property, he is made to complete and sign a reservation form and collect a deposit to validate their offer. Necessary documents are then collected from him and a contract is prepared, following the agreement.

SIGN THE TENANCY AGREEMENT A Tenancy Contract is a must for you as well as the tenant, before the latter moves in to the property. It is best that the real estate company you have chosen uses a RERA Unified Tenancy Contract and standardized lease addendum outlining the rights and responsibilities of both parties. Any addendums should be included at this point.

The contract should be then submitted for an Ejari certificate and legally registered with the Government of Dubai.

PAYMENT AND HANDOVER The tenant should be asked to make the payment in full at the time of signing the contract or provide the initial payment along with post-dated cheques. On handover, make sure that the documents are in order and the utilities contracts are in place.

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THE TEAM ANDREW CLEATOR Andrew has over a decade of experience in the local market, with a stellar performance record that has seen him ranked as one of his employer’s best salespeople. He has exceptional knowledge, deep understanding of the requirements of the HNWI and property investors.

RYAN KASPER Educated in Switzerland and the USA, Ryan is a property professional with a decade of GCC experience. As Luxury Rental Director at Luxhabitat, Ryan is responsible for all functions attending to the marketing and optional aspects of the luxury rental team. He excels at sourcing exeptional properties.

JOEY ELATY With over 18 years experience in real estate, Joey has first hand expertise in investing buying, and sales of luxury properties. Joey has had his own US-based real estate company for over 11 years combined with local market expertise for luxury properties.

Khalifa, Address, and Palm Villas.

RICHARD BROCK Richard been within the property industry for 9 years in total. He has achieved various high-end sales targets within Dubai; recently transacting a penthouse in Five holdings Palm Jumeirah, Polo home villa and has vast knowledge within the villa areas of Dubai. He focuses in the Al Barari area.

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ALEXANDER VON-SAYN WITTGENSTEIN As Luxury Sales Director, Alexander specialises in highend penthouse properties in and around Dubai with a decade of real estate experience. In addition, a secondary area of expertise is the exclusive development of Nurai Island in Abu Dhabi.

BRIGITTE TENBERGEN With experience of working with over 200 high profile expatriate clients looking to make their home in Dubai, Brigitte joined Luxhabitat in 2014 and specializes in luxury sales in the Dubai Marina. Our star polyglot, she speaks over five languages.-including English, French, Italian and German.

DANIEL GAROFOLI Daniel is the specialist for luxury residential apartments. Over the past years he has managed to build a strong portfolio of the most luxurious apartments including the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Marina, from Downtown and the Palm. Daniel is also a closet social media geek.

RIDA JABER With many years in Luxury sales throughout Canada and the Midlle East, Rida is known for his five star service. Rida joined the Luxhabitat team in 2016 and specialises in the Downtown Dubai, DIFC, Emaar projects and non freehold areas such as Jumeirah and Umm Suqueim. He also is fluent in Arabic.

LUKE JONES This Australian brings to the sales team a dynamic edge with international work experience. This specialist covers the exclusive Emirates Hills and Al Barari areas. Luke continues to build on his network of HNWIs and aims to deliver an outstanding level of service.

His hobbies include clay pigeon shooting.

SALLY ANN GHAI With expertise spanning over 19 years of dealing with Middle Eastern clients, Sally has a personable style that works best with families looking to find their new home in Dubai, especially in the Emirates Living areas of The Meadows, Lakes, and Emirates Hills. She also looks after MBR City.

CONNY MATHEI Conny is a long-term Dubai resident and has worked with a top class developer and a prominent real estate brokerage in the past, which makes her a great addition to our team. She specialises in the Emirates Hills, Palm Jumeirah, and Arabian Ranches areas and enjoys travelling and reading.

SOYFUL ISLAM A property professional from the UK, Soyful has 15 years of experience in real estate. He knows a lot about acquisitions, developments of new build housing schemes, open market sales, shared equity schemes and leasing. He specialises in the Arabian Ranches and Jumeirah Golf Estates areas.

MICHAELA MULLER We welcomed Michaela back to the Luxhabitat team this year. Michaela is a dynamic sales professional with long term experience in management and property sales. With more than 15 years experience in the sector, she has excellent negotiation skills.

Michaela speaks English, Spanish and German.

JOSEBA UMBELINA As Head of Digital Marketing for Luxhabitat, Joseba is responsible for planning and execution of all the online marketing activities including SEO, CRO, display, retargeting, email marketing, social media, web analytics, affiliates, CRM and product development. In his spare time, he enjoys travelling.

SERGI COMELLAS As Luxhabitat’s Design Head, Sergi pursues perfection and extreme attention to detail in all our interior design projects. He consistently pushes the boundaries of what is possible in terms of design, functionality, quality and delivery. Sergi is a huge FC Barcelona fan and loves to go skiing.

GREGORY ALMEIDA Gregory is backed with 5 years’ experience as a Customer Care Executive.

Highly motivated and goal oriented, he strives to build trust and strong long-term relationships with LUXHABITAT customers.

Gregory is also very personable by nature and an important part of the LUXHABITAT team.

JAN TABRIZI Jan’s real estate experience spans over a decade. An expert in managing teams, Jan is General Manager at Luxhabitat. Previously, Jan was a Sales Consultant at one of the market leaders in real estate. She was later part of the management team and has received several awards for her efforts.

MIKHAIL VASILEV Mikhail’s entire career spans around real estate. With 3 years of experience in the Dubai real estate market, he is most knowledgeable about the Downtown, DIFC, Al Habtoor City and Dubai Marina areas. One of his career highlights include closing sales worth AED 16 million within 7 months.

FRANCISCO CAÑETE Responsible behind the design of our beautiful website, our Head of Technology, Francisco started his career at Barcelona-based Fihoca where he was working on UI development for websites for the Catalonian government involving Photoshop, Html and Css, including functionalities in Javascript.

JITHIN JOY Shortly after working as an Accounts Assistant for Reliance Communications, Jithin moved to Dubai to pursue a career in audit. After working in audit for a year, he joined Luxhabitat and now takes care of the financial side of the business and makes sure all the transactions run smoothly.

ANNIE BAGNI Annie is a Customer Care Specialist with 5 years of extensive experience working in a high-volume, deadlinedriven environment. She is client-oriented, self-motivated and self-directed. Customer service is an integral part of Annie’s customer value proposition and she is a welcome addition to the team.

ARIADNA CASANOVAS Luxhabitat’s marketing efforts are spearheaded by Ariadna. Maintaining the exclusivity and quality of our marketing tools are her forte, combined with years of marketing experience. Our unique approach to marketing has us as the address for luxury property in Dubai today.

NASSIMA GOUGHMENARI Nassima has been in the real estate industry since 2004.

She initially started selling Palm Jumeirah villas and Burj Khalifa off-plan units. She has bought and sold properties here on behalf of HNW clients across the globe as well as Emirati VVIPs. She speaks English, French and Arabic.

ANEESHA RAI Over seven years of freelance lifestyle writing has not been able to staunch Aneesha’s appetite for fine inscription.

Bringing in a blend of creativity, she primarily is in charge of Luxhabitat’s The Journal publication and online public relations in her capacity as Content Editor & PR Specialist.

LESTER JONSON Clicking beautiful images of the top-notch properties in our portfolio is just one of Lester’s many photography talents. As our photographer, he overlooks encapsulating the environment at all of our properties in pictures and truly excels at what he does. His awardwinning work has been commended worldwide.

PAOLA BADIA As our Head of Human Resources, Paola is dedicated to Talent Acquisition Management for Luxhabitat Her expertise includes 6+ years of talent marketing, human resources practices, business operations, corporate re-structuring, sourcing and headhunting from entry level to senior executive positions.

ORIOL FONT Oriol founded Luxhabitat in 2009. He managed to predict the change in the nature of Dubai’s real estate market and launched Luxhabitat in order to focus on exclusive high-end properties above AED 5 million. As our CEO, he continues to lead Luxhabitat as a pioneer in Dubai luxury real estate .

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FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA STAY UPDATED WITH LUXHABITAT NEWS AND OUR LATEST LISTINGS, EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES ON OUR SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS. Find us across Facebook, Twitter, Google Plus and Instagram to receive up to date information on how the Dubai residential market is evolving. Our website is additionally now completely mobileresponsive and ready to be experienced.

As a technology-forward company, Luxhabitat aims to develop a strong social media brand identity. Over the years, we have developed our own brand identity and set a different standard for how

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luxury properties are being marketed and sold in the Dubai residential market. For that, we are unparalleled by any of our competitors.

We have invested to develop our technology, marketing, public relations, and content teams in-house, unlike other real-estate companies who choose to outsource the same. This way, we truly represent our brand as niche, because everything has the Luxhabitat style, brand and attitude.

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