Meraas unveils Dubai Design District masterplan expansion to create a lively waterfront area for creative people. This project covers 18 million square feet between Downtown Dubai and Dubai Creek. Meraas, part of Dubai Holding Real Estate, builds homes, cultural spots, shops, and hotels to support Dubai’s design growth under the D33 plan.
Main Design Elements
The Design Line runs as a shaded path through the whole district. It connects areas with public art, events, open spaces, and green walkways. This setup promotes easy walking and a focus on people in daily life. The plan seeks LEED Silver certification for green goals. Features include better transport options, energy-saving buildings, and views to Dubai Creek and Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary.
Five Unique Areas
One area lines the canal with new homes and small hotels next to a busy waterfront path. The central urban zone mixes apartments, picked shops, and restaurants close to d3’s creative network. A cultural center holds performance halls and mid-rise homes that look over the d3 Bowl.
Wellness spots center on parks, sports areas, and landscapes inspired by mangroves. The creativity zone provides galleries, studios, and loft spaces for artists to work and team up. These parts form a complete neighborhood where global talents live, work, and spark ideas.
Market Demand Grows
Buyers show strong interest in these design-focused waterfront homes. Recent sales back this up. Atelis, a waterfront tower with 280 units, sold out quickly. The Edit launched with 557 homes in three towers and drew fast attention from local and foreign buyers.
Leadership Perspective
Khalid Al Malik, CEO of Dubai Holding Real Estate, calls this a key move for D33 targets. The expansion makes Dubai Design District a leader in design-based city living. It pulls in long-term investors, skilled workers, and fresh innovation to Dubai.
Meraas drives this growth with past successes like Atelis and The Edit. The masterplan meets rising needs for connected, creative communities. It blends living spaces with culture and nature in one spot. Dubai strengthens its role as a top hub for design worldwide. Green efforts and walkable paths set it apart. Demand stays high as more people seek such unique homes. This project fits Dubai’s push for creative urban spots.
