Tamani Arts Offices, Business Bay

Tamani Arts Offices is a freehold business tower in the district that lies just a few metres away from the creek’s coastline. It stands prominently in the two million sq. ft. large mixed-used area known as the Artisan Cluster. The architecture involves a high-rise complex with three sleek rectangular buildings that meet each other perpendicularly on top of a large three-storey podium. The 16-floor high structure features a reflective glass facade, while the podium showcases black and white decorative motifs. This unique design concept was conceived by the Britain-based architects known as Terry Farrell & Partners. Location-wise it is strategically built along Al Asayel Street which connects it to Financial Centre Road.

Regarded as the ‘Manhattan of UAE’, the area of Business Bay is touted as Dubai’s new hub for trade and business. It is adjacent to the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and just minutes away from the dazzling Downtown Dubai. Stretched alongside the southern extension of Dubai Creek, Business Bay is home to stunning hospitality, residential and commercial projects. It is one of the most sought-after locations in the city for renting and buying property according to the Dubai Market Report for H1 2020.

• Located in a prominent commercial district of Business Bay
• Based in the Artisan Cluster that is adjacent to Bay Square
• A project of The Developers Properties LLC
• Designed by Terry Farrell & Partners
• A high-rise business and retail complex
• 328 ft. tall and comprises 21 floors above ground
• Three basement levels dedicated to parking
• Commercial properties include business units and retail shops
• Sizes of office units range between 314 sq. ft. to 636 sq. ft.
• Includes corporate facilities and recreational amenities
• A minute away from Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall

The commercial tower of Tamani Arts Towers comprises a wide range of corporate facilities. These include a lobby, grand reception, conference and meeting rooms and high-speed internet connectivity. There are also recreational amenities such as restaurants, retail shops and art museums.

Parking in Tamani Art Tower is spread across the three basement levels.

There are multiple high-speed elevators in Tamani Arts Offices, Business Bay.

Professionals benefit from 24-hour security management, as well as, concierge and valet services. Tamani Arts Towers also offers efficient cleaning and maintenance services.

Since it is a business tower, there are numerous commercial properties in the building which include retail and office units. A total of 996 offices and retail shops are present. These are the options available for either buying or renting offices:

• Fitted offices
• Shell-and-core offices

Most of these business units are either fitted or fully furnished and ready to move in. However, there are shell-and-core office units available as well. These spaces offer more aesthetic flexibility to tenants for setting up the office. Empty shell-and-core units can be fitted with custom furniture to set the office culture. Tenants can also have a pick of courtyard-view, canal-view, pool-view and corner offices.

The sizes of Tamani Art Tower vary from 314 sq. ft. to 636 sq. ft. All units, whether fitted or shell-and-core, come with well-finished floors. Commercial-grade lighting is also pre-installed in all office spaces. Additionally, for more light, each unit has large double-glazed windows to let in sunlight while controlling heat. Standard amenities include at least one bathroom and a small kitchen.

Shops in Tamani Art Tower have an area ranging between 597 sq. ft. and 2,577 sq. ft. The frontal shops in Tamani Arts Tower have greater value because they offer excellent branding opportunities that result from optimum exposure. Many come with multiple parking spaces.

• The average price of offices with canal view is AED 45k
• The average price of offices with courtyard view is AED 37k
• The price of corner office units ranges between AED 30k and AED 50k
• The price of retail shops ranges between AED 200k and AED 315k

Office units for rent in Tamani Arts Offices are spacious and come in various sizes. Prices for these units vary based on the offered view and availability of furnishing. Shops for rent in Tamani Arts Offices are also an ideal location for business.

Those looking to buy office space in Tamani Arts Offices can choose between shell-and-core and fitted units. Interested individuals can also explore shops for sale in Tamani Arts Offices.

• The demand for a shell-and-core office in Tamani Art Tower lies between AED 240k and AED 400k
• The demand for fitted offices lies between AED 235k and AED 429k
• The demand for a shell-and-core retail space goes up to AED 2M

These figures are based on the service charges for Tamani Art Tower* as per the Dubai Land Department.

Certain service charges are applicable on commercial properties in Dubai. Those who want to invest in Dubai-based office units should read Bayut’s guide.

*These charges are subject to change.

The building faces Al Asayel Street (D72), a bridge over the canal that links the northern part of the development with the southern Business Bay. This route for transportation near Tamani Arts Offices also provides access to a few key roads of the region such as Financial Centre Road (D71) and Al Meydan Road (D69). Other major highways such as Al Khail Road (E44) and Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) can be accessed in 5 to 8 minutes.

Bus stops closest to the building are located within a 10-minute drive. Lillian Tower 1 and XL Tower 2 bus stops are situated 7 minutes away via car. U Bora Tower 1 bus stop is located at a 9-minute drive.

The nearest metro station is the Financial Centre Station located at a 6-minute drive. The Business Bay metro station is also nearby at a 9-minute drive. Tenants can also travel to Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station at a 10-minute drive.

From elegant rooftop venues to cosy indoor eateries, Business Bay is dotted with a spectrum of interesting dining spots. Among them, you will find an impressive number of Pan-Asian restaurants near Tamani Art Tower. This building is surrounded by some of the most popular Business Bay restaurants such as:

• Fuchsia
• Zen Restaurant
• Long Teng Seafood Restaurant
• Tangerine

Located on a 3-minute drive away in Business Square, Fuchsia features a refreshing take on traditional Thai cuisine. Apart from its impressive menu, Diners appreciate the chic interiors which take charming western influences. Some of the popular items from their menu include prawn cakes, cashew nut chicken, Panang beef curry, Thai burger, etc. Fuchsia is also known to customise dishes according to customer’s preferences with vegan and gluten-free options. Zen Restaurant is based 4 minutes away in The Metropolis Tower. It serves an array of Thai and Chinese food. For traditional yet upscale Cantonese and Sichuan dining experience, one could visit Long Teng Seafood Restaurant. Accessible in 9 minutes, the restaurant offers a different vibe and setting on each of its four floors.

While the first floor is perfect for corporate lunches, the second floor features private dining rooms for an intimate dining experience. Featuring a large ballroom, the third floor can be used for an event. Ideal for shisha sessions and barbeque parties, Long Teng Seafood Restaurant’s top floor includes an open-air roof terrace that offers marvellous views of Dubai’s skyline. Also accessible within 10 minutes of the drive, Tangerine offers a diverse range of oriental cuisines such as Thai, Chinese, Singaporean, Malaysian and Indonesian.

Besides Pan-Asian varieties, other culinary options near Tamani Art Tower include:

• Sargon
• Conservatory Restaurant
• La Serre
• Ting Irie

Sargon is a fusion restaurant located opposite to Address Downtown and 9 minutes away from Tamani Arts Offices. It features a variety of Mediterranean cuisines such as Syrian, Turkish and Lebanese with the addition of Indian food. The Parisian-style La Serre café, the Jamaican restaurant called Ting Irie and Arabian-themed Conservatory Restaurant at Al Manzil Hotel are accessible in 10 minutes.

A few licensed options near Tamani Arts include:

• Bay Club
• The Eloquent Elephant

Based on the adjacent four-star hotel called DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai, Bay Club features an alfresco pool bar that offers a range of drinks and finger food and a chilled-out atmosphere. A 5-minute drive up the Burj Khalifa Boulevard road will take you to The Eloquent Elephant, a trendy gastropub that features an artisan terrace area and attractive deals on a  daily basis.

• Burj Views
• Bay Square
• South Ridge 6

Several residential and commercial buildings are located close to Tamani Arts . Burj Views is a residential complex of three buildings located at a 3-minute drive. Bay Square is a mixed-use complex featuring up to eight commercial buildings also located at a 3-minute drive. Another residential option is the high-rise tower South Ridge 6, located at a 5-minute drive.

The Tamani Arts Towers commercial properties area ideal for those who are looking to start a business. There are fewer options for large companies as the complex includes a limited range of offices suitable for business startups or small to medium enterprises.