Art 1 Building, Bur Dubai

Art 1 Building is one of the low-rise buildings in Al Raffa. The building rises up to four floors above the ground. It features a solid earthy colour and contemporary architecture with a staggered concrete façade. At Art 1, you may find residential properties including studio, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments.

In terms of amenities, Art 1 Building closely neighbours several familiar places such as Aster Hospital Mankhool, Al Raffa Cemetery and Al Raffa Mosque. It also lies in proximity to a few prominent hotels, government organisations, Al Raffa Police Station and various public transport stations.

Located close to the western coast, Al Raffa is a residential community in the Bur Dubai area. It is deemed as one of the safest and affordable places to live in for families. It is predominated by low and mid-rise apartment buildings.

• Type of building: Residential
• Location: Al Raffa, Bur Dubai 
• Number of floors: 4
• Unit type: studio, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments
• Amenities: Gymnasium, swimming pool, security, maintenance, parking and more

Residents are offered to park their cars in the covered parking facility in Art 1 Building, Dubai. There is also a paid public parking area near the building where guests can park their cars.

Art 1 Building, Bur Dubai has high-speed elevators for easy commute in the building.

Art 1, Bur Dubai offers 24-hour security and maintenance services, as well as, facilities such as air-conditioning and heating. The building pays its water and electricity charges to DEWA.

Art 1, Al Raffa is equipped with fitness facilities including a state-of-the-art gym and a swimming pool.

There is a kid’s play area in the building for children.

Art-1 Building, Bur Dubai provides 24-hour concierge services. There is a welcoming lounge in the lobby equipped with comfortable couches for visitors.

People looking for Art 1 flats for rent or sale can find studio, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments in the building. These flats feature bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, fully-fitted kitchens, modern bathrooms and spacious living rooms.

The average total coverage area of a studio apartment is 604 sq. ft. It consists of a large sleeping area having an en-suite bathroom, a built-in closet and an open kitchen.

1-Bedroom flats in Art 1 Building feature a spacious area of around 625 sq. ft. to 674 sq. ft.  These 1 BHK flats come with either closed or open-plan kitchens. All units feature en-suite bathrooms in the bedroom while some have additional guest bathrooms as well.

The average size of a 2-bedroom flat in Art 1 Building is 1,154 sq. ft. Each unit comes with two or three bathrooms, two bedrooms, a spacious living room, a separate kitchen and a balcony with a street view. The kitchen is fully-fitted with wooden cabinets and granite countertops.

Whether you want to hop on a bus, travel by metro or take a leisurely dhow cruise trip, there are an impressive number of options for public transportation near Art 1 Building.

Dubai Real Estate, Headquarters Bus Station and Mankhool, Standard Chartered Bank 2 Bus Stop are the nearest bus stations available at a 7-minute walking distance. Other bus stations include Kuwait Road Bus Stop at an 8 minutes walk and Department of Ports and Custom 2 Bus Stop, accessible within 10-minute, on foot.

For those who prefer Dubai Metro, the nearest metro station is Sharaf DG Metro Station. Residents can either choose to take a 17-minute walk or a 5-minute drive to reach the station. Al Ghubaiba Metro station and ABCD Metro station are the other two options accessible within 6 to 8-minute, by car.

As compared to the other modes of transportation, the tram stations are not located within the walking reach of residents. However, one can reach Dubai Marina Tram Station within 17-minute, by car.

There are many top restaurants in Bur Dubai close to Art 1 Building. Some of the casual dining options include:

• Caesar’s Restaurant 
• Yesterday Restaurant and Sports Lounge
• Desi Deira Restaurant

Just a 3 minutes walk away, Caesar’s Restaurant and Confectionary offers a classy ambiance with several private dining spots. The menu at the eatery has a wide selection of food options including Indian, vegetarian and international dishes.

Desi Deira Restaurant at a 14 minutes walk offer south Asian flavours. The menu includes some of the most delicious Pakistani foods including Biryani, mutton karahi, daal, saag and more. They also have traditional Pakistani beverages such as lassi and chai/tea.

Located at 10 minutes walk from the building, Yesterday Restaurant and Sports Lounge invite sports lovers for an amazing food experience. The place screens IPL cricket matches that visitors can enjoy while having their favourite food.

Other cuisine options are available at Quattro Ristorante at a 6 minute walk,serving Italian food. Afghan Khorasan Kabab Restaurant at a 15 minutes drive offers a range of mouth-watering Afghani favourites.

Nightlife options near Art 1 include:

• The Huddle Sports Bar & Grill
• Miss Wáng

There are several sports bars near Art 1 Building for those who look forward to a happening dine-out place and late-night social gatherings. Some options include Barrels Sports Arena at Majestic City Retreat Hotel and The Huddle Sports Bar & Grill at Citymax Hotel. They are accessible within 10-minute, by car. A few nearby coffee places are Coffeenata Café and Dar Al Deyafa Cafe.

Following are the various supermarkets near Art 1 Building are:

• West Zone Supermarket
• Viva Supermarket
• Al Maya Supermarket
• Choithrams

A branch of the popular Viva Supermarket is located at a 7-minute walk from Art 1 Building. It stocks almost everything to meet the day-to-day needs of residents. Other well-known supermarket chains located within a 13-minute walk include Choithrams in Al Rais building and Al Maya Supermarket, New Al Madina Supermarket and Citi Mart Supermarket.

Educational facilities near Art 1, Bur Dubai:

• New Academy School
• Ambassador School
• Cambridgeshire Nursery
• Special Needs Future Development Center

There are several schools in the area and the nearest ones include New Academy School and Ambassador School are the nearest options that are reachable within 13 minutes of walk. Offering a multicultural environment, New Academy School is an American school while Ambassador School offers Council of Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) curriculum.

There are also a few pre-schools in the area. Cambridgeshire Nursery and Special Needs Future Development Center at a 5 minutes driving distance are the nearest.

Following buildings are situated near Art 1 and offer various options for those looking for Bur Dubai apartments for sale or rent:

• Art 2 Building
• Oasis Residence
• Avenue Residence 1
• Al Raffa Residence
• M Residence

Art 2 Building is an eight-storey tower in the community that offers 2-bedroom flats only. Another building known as M Residence is 9-minute walk away. It has 23 floors with 1 to 4-bedroom units. For people looking for buying flats in Art 1 Building, they can also find suitable options here.

Oasis Residence is in Barsha Heights, at an 11-minute walking distance. It is developed by Bin Hamoodah Properties and has studios to 3-bedroom flats. Avenue Residence 1 is another residential building in Al Furjan. It is a 13-minute walk from Art 1 Building and is a freehold development offering 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments.

Bur Dubai is dotted with major landmarks and famous places in Dubai. Art 1 Building offers close access to the following:

• Dubai Museum 
• Grand Mosque Bur Dubai
• Textile Souk Market

Several museums and cultural centres are present in this district. After a 7-minute drive towards the north, residents will come across Dubai Museum in the Al Fahidi Historical neighbourhood. A little further drive would take you to Saruq Al-Hadid Archaeological Museum and Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House.

Grand Mosque in Bur Dubai is one of the most beautiful mosques in Dubai. It is known for its remarkable architecture and a significantly large capacity. The architecture features 230 ft. tall minaret along with a number of domes and Quranic inscriptions carved over the entrance foyer. Among the best souks in Dubai, is the Textile Souk, at an 8-minute drive from Art 1. It has a collection of textiles and accessories to add up to the casual or formal wears including stones, laces and sequins.

Art 1 Building is located in a busy district which is a hub of many places of worship and cultural centres. While a few people do not appreciate the daily commotion caused by them, the proximity to these amenities in Bur Dubai is also one of the reasons why most families want to buy or rent apartments in Bur Dubai.

There are studios, 1-bed and 2-bed apartments in Art 1 Building.

There are many restaurants near Art 1 Building, Al Raffa. These offer Pakistani, Indian, Italian, Afghani, Arab and several other cuisines.