Dubai Style, Al Furjan

• Renting villas
• Buying villas
• Getting around
• Malls
• Things to do
• Things to consider

Covering 5.6 million sq. m. of land, Al Furjan is a family-oriented area developed by Nakheel in the region of Jebel Ali Village. It features over 4,000 properties that include villas, townhouses and apartment buildings. These properties are distributed between four exclusive villages. They are known as Dubai Style, Masakin Al Furjan, Avenue Residence and Quortaj. Apart from Quortaj, Dubai Style is a part of the first phase of the development. It lies close to the intersection between Yalayis Street (D57) and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311).

• Close to the Al Furjan Metro Station
• Direct access to the main road network
• One of the 4 sub-communities in Al Furjan
• Comparatively lower rents and sales prices
• Features 3-bed townhouses and 3, 5 and 6-bed villas
• A part of the re-designed region in the Jebel Ali district
• Wind Tower is the signature architectural element of the houses

The sub-community of Dubai Style combines traditional community values with new urbanism. Common points of interest of this area include:

• Close to the clubhouse and essential neighbourhood amenities
• Houses feature traditional Arabian architecture
• Offers great connectivity to the neighbouring areas

Adapted from traditional Arabic lifestyle, many elements of the development such as expansive community spaces, terraced homes and airy rooms are incorporated. Landscaped pathways weave around and across the sub-community, connecting Dubai Style with other areas within Al Furjan and offering smooth transport routes.

Set in a modern village-style community, the collection of properties in Dubai Style include 3, 5 and 6-bedroom villas and townhouses. In contrast to Mediterranean-style properties in Quortaj, Dubai Style houses feature locally adored Emirati architecture. One of the main architectural features includes the classic wind tower designed to circulate fresh air and keep the interiors cooler. The 3-bed and 5-bed residences feature two types of layouts, while the 6-bed villa comes with a single floor plan. The average size of a 3-bedroom villa lies between 3,842 sq. ft. and 3,994 sq. ft. Whereas, the average measurement of 5-bedroom villa ranges around 5,412 sq. ft. and 5,641 sq. ft. And the covered area of a 6-bed house can go over 6,857 sq. ft.

As per the Al Furjan rental trends analysis at Bayut, Dubai Style tops the popularity list for renting villas in the area.

Parking spaces in Dubai Style include private carport space that comes with every house for one or two cars. Guests can park their cars either in the courtyard spaces that lie between corner houses or the parking bay along the pathways.

Since the sub-community lies next to the main road allowing access to other major roads of the city, transportation near Dubai Style is quite hassle-free. It will take less than 4 minutes to access Yalayis Street (D57) even for residents living in the far corner of Dubai Style. In terms of public transportation near Dubai Style, residents can use the Al Furjan Metro Station and Discovery Gardens Metro Station to connect to the rest of the city.

Easily accessible after a short drive, a couple of supermarkets near Dubai Style are located -within Al Furjan. These include Spinneys and W Mart Fresh. More retail options in the community are expected to open in future. Residents can also go to Carrefour in Discovery Gardens, which is only on an 8-minute drive away. Located in The Greens, there is a supermarket called Park n Shop offering a wide variety of imported products.

There is one mosque on either side of Dubai Style that residents can walk to. One is Al Furjan Mosque and the other is Al Furjan Masjid next to Al Furjan Pavilion West. Other mosques near Dubai Style include the mosques in neighbouring communities like Discovery Garden and Jebel Ali Industrial Area.

Dubai Style is located in a faith-friendly region. So you will come across multiple places of worship that serve people of different faiths. For instance, Great Martyr Church of St. Mina, Our Lady of Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, The Filipino Christian Church of Dubai and St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church are all located in a cluster close to the sub-community. Other churches near Dubai Style include The Metropolitan Mark Chords, International Nepalese Community Church, Mor Ignatius Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Cathedral and Dubai Mar Thoma Church.

As for temples near Dubai Style, there is Guru Nanak Darbar Sikh Gurudwara on just a 10-minute driving distance. A Parsi temple called India Harnath Ke Jama Masjid is accessible after a 25-minute drive.

One of the benefits of living in Dubai Style is the proximity to plenty of educational options. Parents of preschoolers can consider one of these nurseries:

• Jebel Ali Village Nursery
• Bubbles & Giggles Nursery
• Kinderville Early Learning Centre

Some other schools near Dubai Style include:

• Arbor School
• The Winchester School
• Dubai British School

Jebel Ali Village Nursery provides early learning through a thematic approach such as role-play, messy play, outdoor excursions, dance classes and other extracurricular activities. It also features a soft play gymnasium. Jebel Ali Village Nursery is conveniently located in the next-door sub-community of Quortaj. In Discovery Gardens, the options include Bubbles & Giggles Nursery and Chubby Cheeks Nursery that are at a driving distance of 10 minutes.

Located across the main road within Al Furjan, the eco-friendly campus of Arbor School is at a short walking distance. It offers nursery and reception classes over two years of the Foundation Stage. Their primary educational section that caters to students till Year 6, follows the National Curriculum for England. The secondary section at Arbor School that caters to Year 7 to Year 13 students, prepares them for O- and A-Level examinations.

Offering higher education, the institutes nearest to Dubai Style include Synergy University and Modul University at a 16-minute distance. Located on Sheikh Zayed Road, American University in Dubai is accessible after a further drive of two minutes.

There are sufficient medical facilities within and close to Al Furjan community. Some of these include:

• The Aesthetics Clinic
• NMC Royal Hospital
• Aster Cedars Hospital

The Aesthetics Clinic is based in the eastern Al Furjan Pavilion. It offers a range of cosmetic treatments such as Botox, PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma), Hydra Beauty and laser hair removal. There is also a Medicentres clinic in Al Furjan Pavilion. Other clinics near Dubai Style include Medcare Medical Centre, GMC Clinics, Axon Medica Medical Centre and iCare Clinics.

One of the notable hospitals near Dubai Style is the NMC Royal Hospital. It is located in Green Community. It is the largest medical centre that serves this region with a myriad of healthcare services. Another nearby hospital is Aster Cedars Hospital that is a 13-minute drive away.

The existing sub-communities close to Dubai Style include Quortaj and Masakin Al Furjan. The parent communities that lie in proximity to Dubai Style are:

• Discovery Gardens
• Jumeirah Park
• Dubai Investments Park (DIP)

Also, a part of Jebel Ali Village, the next-door neighbourhood Discovery Gardens features garden-themed apartment clusters. Jumeirah Park, on the other hand, is a part of the prestigious district of Emirates Living. It is a villa-only freehold community that has eco-friendly green spaces. A mixed-use development, Dubai Investments Park is a self-contained area that combines commercial and residential living.

Set up by Nakheel, Al Furjan Pavilion is a community mall dedicated to meet the needs of every village in Al Furjan. It houses Spinneys, convenience stores, plenty of eateries and other recreational amenities. It is also home to a branch of Jebel Ali Village Nursery and a medical centre as well as Life Pharmacy. Other amenities in Al Furjan Pavilion include a pet supply and grooming shop called Pet Master, New Era BookShop and a licensed store called African + Eastern.

There are many other Nakheel’s Pavilion-branded malls near Dubai Furjan that are located in the nearby communities. Another communal retail centre known as Al Furjan Pavilion West is under construction. Some other major malls that residents can drive to include:

• Ibn Battuta Mall
• Dubai Marina Mall
• City Centre Me’aisem

Ibn Battuta Mall is the ultimate shopping destination for every community-based in Jebel Ali Village district as well as the other southern areas. It can be accessed in just 12 minutes by car. Ibn Battuta Mall is home to a number of lifestyle and sports-wear brand outlets and several entertainment areas. You will find brands like Tog, Decathlon, Splash, Max fashion and Sun & Sand Sports. Entertainment areas include Fun City amusement centre and a movie theatre.

City Centre Me’aisem is another vibrant shopping complex that has numerous lifestyle and entertainment offerings. It is approximately 25 minutes away. A popular place to find top fashion brands, beauty stores and quirky gift shops, Dubai Marina Mall is accessible in approximately 15 minutes.

To access restaurants near Dubai Style that are at a walking distance, residents can visit Al Furjan Pavilion. It houses eateries such as:

• Oregano
• Al Arrab Restaurant
• Which Wich Superior Sandwiches
• Gloria Jean’s Coffees
• Costa Coffee

Comes with a cosy rustic appeal, Oregano is an Italian restaurant that features plenty of whole wheat and gluten-free dishes in its menu. It is open for lunch and dinner as well as offers take away and delivery services. The Glasshouse in Al Furjan Clubhouse is a casual dining place that offers a buffet, bar service and table reservations.

Some of the popular cafes for coffee lovers are also based in the community centre. These include Costa Coffee and Gloria Jean’s Coffees. There is also a famous ice cream parlour called Baskin Robbins and a fresh-juice shop called Jugo Juice. Other cafes near Dubai Style are Tim Horton’s, Cherish Café, Jamaica Blue and Freddo Café.

One of the open beaches near Dubai Style is JBR Beach. The trip to this beach will take around 17 minutes. It comes with many visitor-friendly facilities and offers an array of activities. It gives access to a waterfront park, sports complexes, dining options and The Beach Mall.

One of the major landmarks close to Dubai Style is Ibn Battuta Mall that resides on Sheikh Zayed Road. Home to golf-club-view communities, the expansive district of Emirates Living is at a close distance too.

As for leisure activities, the options include:

• Novo Cinema
• Jebel Ali Recreation Club
• Ibn Battuta Mall

Al Furjan ClubHouse is part of the Pavilion centre near Dubai Style that offers several recreational activities for residents. Home to Reel Cinemas, the nearby Jebel Ali Recreation Club is the first club in the region to offer dine-in cinema experience. Another option for those who want to watch the latest blockbuster in a movie theatre is the 21-screen Novo Cinema. People are enthusiastic about off-road driving can take their four-wheelers to the low-dune sandy site called Jebel Ali Desert.

Places that offer various recreational activities include:

• Jebel Ali Recreational Club
• Masakin Al Furjan ClubHouse
• Al Furjan ClubHouse

People who are serious about their fitness can check out the facilities near Dubai Style such as MMA Fitness Centre, Gold’s Gym and Target Gym. Target Gym and MMA Fitness Centre are located in Discovery Gardens. Located at a distance of no more than 15 minutes, another fitness facility in the area is The Big Gym. There are many fitness centres in Ibn Battuta Mall as well, such as Fitness First, Fit in Time and the US-based Gold’s Gym. There is also a place dedicated to kids and it is known as The Little Gym. There are also multiple venues for outdoor sports such as Jebel Ali Recreational Club, Masakin Al Furjan ClubHouse and Al Furjan ClubHouse.

Salons near Dubai Style are:

• Mi Amor Beauty Salon
• Beauty Corner Ladies Salon
• Nailish Beauty Salon

Mi Amor Beauty Salon is located at a walking distance, whereas Beauty Corner Ladies Salon and Nailish Beauty Salon are on a five-minute drive away. For spa treatments, the options include Tips and Toes, Spirit Health Spa Club, Votre Slimming Spa and Fast Zone Massage.

The benefits of living in Al Furjan trumps the drawbacks. In addition to providing a secure, peaceful community living, the neighbourhood holds regular events. These events are mostly conducted at a community centre near Dubai Style.

The community groups the Dubai Style residents can join on Facebook include Al Furjan Community and Al Furjan Dubai Mums.

Dubai Style enjoys the location advantage of being close to Ibn Battuta Mall, hospitals, schools, recreational venues as well as numerous places of worship. The area of Al Furjan, however, is not fully complete and there are quite a few construction sites in the area.

• Ibn Battuta Metro Station is approximately a 10-minute drive away
• Dubai Investments Park (DIP) is located to the south, across the interchange between D57 and E311
• The journey to Dubai International Airport is 32 minutes long
• New residential communities near Expo 2020 Site are at a distance of roughly 28 – 30 minutes
• It will take 32 minutes to reach Al Maktoum International Airport