There is no doubt that the UAE is home to some spectacular properties. From penthouse apartments to plush villas with sprawling gardens and incredible pools, it’s a real estate haven.
Each week, The National showcases some of the finest homes on offer in its Property of the Week. Here, we take a closer look at an apartment at One at Palm Jumeirah in Dubai.
The key details
This three-bedroom home is part of the new 94-unit luxury development managed by the Dorchester Collection.
It is spread out over 3,191-square-feet, comes with three private parking bays, and has incredible full views of the ocean and the Dubai Marina skyline.
The listing is with Chris Boswell, one of the region's most successful dealmakers and who sold Dubai's most expensive property in 2015.
What's the story?
Let's be straight, this is absolute top-end prime Dubai property.
It ticks all of the boxes for what buyers seek most in the city – modern interior, fantastic views, facilities and the ideal location.
But could it have been different? Could it have been better?
Well, the interior design has been carried out by Japanese firm Super Potato and from its Polish wood engineered oak finishes to the kitchen with Gaggeneau units, it's clear that these aren't just standard apartments. There's even a back kitchen for food preparation.
All three bedrooms come with en-suites, and while they have what can be called "road view", the scene from the open plan main living area more than makes up for it.
From the bathrooms to the dressing rooms and terrace, it simply exudes elegance.
What the broker says...
Is One at Palm the most exciting new development on Palm Jumeirah?
Yes, the development is very reminiscent of what can be found along the water in Miami. It’s incredibly unique and has every luxury lifestyle characteristic on offer. The building design is so innovative and creative, it has become a real landmark on the Island. The elevations are exceptional and is for sure one of the best looking developments in Dubai.
In terms of luxury living, is there anything of higher quality in Dubai?
There are some fantastic new developments in Dubai, but One at Palm Jumeirah meets every requirement even for the most discerning buyer. The name, One at Palm, is a very cool address to start with and the location is quite possibly the best on the island. The configuration and design of the building has been masterfully constructed with waterfront and skyline views and includes every amenity that you would find in a luxury five-star hotel.
What are the other options in the Dh14m bracket?
I believe One at Palm Jumeirah offers incredible value in terms of price and the services that are on offer, however, I also have an exclusive listing on a Dh13.75 million penthouse apartment in Oceana Residences, which also has incredible waterfront and Palm marina views. It’s a different product from One at Palm but the unit itself is quite unique and also offers great amenities.
How much does the Dorchester Collection management add to the living experience?
The management is the game-changer. Many would agree that living full time in a five-star hotel with all the services, security, amenities and hospitality would be a dream, well this is exactly what One at Palm Jumeirah offers its residents.
How is Palm Jumeirah faring in terms of demand and prices at the moment?
Prices are stable, demand is strong, especially for the villa properties. I am in negotiations for the sale of an incredible US$21m Palm villa, which is one of the best homes I have seen since my last $19m sale several months back. Palm [Jumeirah] is for sure one of the most exciting waterfront developments on the planet that offers a lifestyle that is hard to match anywhere else on earth.
– Chris Boswell
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Haircare resolutions 2021
From Beirut and Amman to London and now Dubai, hairstylist George Massoud has seen the same mistakes made by customers all over the world. In the chair or at-home hair care, here are the resolutions he wishes his customers would make for the year ahead.
1. 'I will seek consultation from professionals'
You may know what you want, but are you sure it’s going to suit you? Haircare professionals can tell you what will work best with your skin tone, hair texture and lifestyle.
2. 'I will tell my hairdresser when I’m not happy'
Massoud says it’s better to offer constructive criticism to work on in the future. Your hairdresser will learn, and you may discover how to communicate exactly what you want more effectively the next time.
3. ‘I will treat my hair better out of the chair’
Damage control is a big part of most hairstylists’ work right now, but it can be avoided. Steer clear of over-colouring at home, try and pursue one hair brand at a time and never, ever use a straightener on still drying hair, pleads Massoud.
Milestones on the road to union
1970
October 26: Bahrain withdraws from a proposal to create a federation of nine with the seven Trucial States and Qatar.
December: Ahmed Al Suwaidi visits New York to discuss potential UN membership.
1971
March 1: Alex Douglas Hume, Conservative foreign secretary confirms that Britain will leave the Gulf and “strongly supports” the creation of a Union of Arab Emirates.
July 12: Historic meeting at which Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid make a binding agreement to create what will become the UAE.
July 18: It is announced that the UAE will be formed from six emirates, with a proposed constitution signed. RAK is not yet part of the agreement.
August 6: The fifth anniversary of Sheikh Zayed becoming Ruler of Abu Dhabi, with official celebrations deferred until later in the year.
August 15: Bahrain becomes independent.
September 3: Qatar becomes independent.
November 23-25: Meeting with Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid and senior British officials to fix December 2 as date of creation of the UAE.
November 29: At 5.30pm Iranian forces seize the Greater and Lesser Tunbs by force.
November 30: Despite a power sharing agreement, Tehran takes full control of Abu Musa.
November 31: UK officials visit all six participating Emirates to formally end the Trucial States treaties
December 2: 11am, Dubai. New Supreme Council formally elects Sheikh Zayed as President. Treaty of Friendship signed with the UK. 11.30am. Flag raising ceremony at Union House and Al Manhal Palace in Abu Dhabi witnessed by Sheikh Khalifa, then Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi.
December 6: Arab League formally admits the UAE. The first British Ambassador presents his credentials to Sheikh Zayed.
December 9: UAE joins the United Nations.
Indoor Cricket World Cup Dubai 2017
Venue Insportz, Dubai; Admission Free
Fixtures - Open Men 2pm: India v New Zealand, Malaysia v UAE, Singapore v South Africa, Sri Lanka v England; 8pm: Australia v Singapore, India v Sri Lanka, England v Malaysia, New Zealand v South Africa
Fixtures - Open Women Noon: New Zealand v England, UAE v Australia; 6pm: England v South Africa, New Zealand v Australia
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Normcore explained
Something of a fashion anomaly, normcore is essentially a celebration of the unremarkable. The term was first popularised by an article in New York magazine in 2014 and has been dubbed “ugly”, “bland’ and "anti-style" by fashion writers. It’s hallmarks are comfort, a lack of pretentiousness and neutrality – it is a trend for those who would rather not stand out from the crowd. For the most part, the style is unisex, favouring loose silhouettes, thrift-shop threads, baseball caps and boyish trainers. It is important to note that normcore is not synonymous with cheapness or low quality; there are high-fashion brands, including Parisian label Vetements, that specialise in this style. Embraced by fashion-forward street-style stars around the globe, it’s uptake in the UAE has been relatively slow.
Match info
Karnataka Tuskers 110-3
J Charles 35, M Pretorius 1-19, Z Khan 0-16
Deccan Gladiators 111-5 in 8.3 overs
K Pollard 45*, S Zadran 2-18
What can victims do?
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