‘No slowdown’ in leasing for new mall, says DIP
Dubai , February 22, 2009
Dubai Investment Properties (DIP) has announced that despite the current market conditions it has seen no slowdown in the leasing process for Sunset, its mixed-use development project.
The company has signed leading international luxury brands, renowned designers and ‘high couture’ retailers for the mall; while well-known business houses have expressed interest in leasing the boutique offices, which are the only commercial units available in the traditionally residential Jumeirah area.
The company has also received several applications for its luxurious beach-front Sunset residences featuring spacious apartments with superior amenities.
“We are happy with the response Sunset has received so far,” said Ani Vladi, manager marketing and operations at DIP. “We are signing lease agreements for our exclusive residences, boutique offices and our signature shopping mall. Sunset has onboard leading names from the retail industry, high-end fashion brands and haute couture boutiques.
“We are also excited to host some of the new rising stars of the fashion world, who will have their MENA debut at Sunset Mall. We are confident that Sunset will set new standards in shopping, working and living in Dubai and will become the preferred destination for image-conscious customers.”
Sunset mixed development will comprise a premium shopping mall spread over two floors hosting some of the finest luxury brands, premium jewellery houses, world-renowned watches and accessories, and exquisite fine dining restaurants; stylish boutique offices with state-of-the art, cutting edge facilities on the top level; and elegant spacious residential apartments extended across three blocks, all with splendid views of the Arabian Gulf.
Sunset mall, when completed, will have a total leasable area of approximately 115,000 sq ft with shop sizes ranging from 400 to 8,000 sq ft. The mall, with its high couture boutiques, concept stores featuring top global brands, will provide guests with a unique shopping environment.
Newcomers to the MENA region will open their first-to-market destination retail outlets. The development will be home to an exclusive ‘Art’ arcade, where fine art galleries and auctioneers will showcase some of the best traditional and contemporary fine arts. Sunset mall will offer its affluent customers an elegant ambiance, VIP services, world-class facilities and fine dining experience at its sophisticated gourmet food restaurants.
Sunset residential complex, which opens directly onto the beach, will include three levels of lavish terraced apartments overlooking the sea and will feature high quality finish in cherry wood and marble, the latest smart home technologies and superior amenities including a lounge, four swimming pools, sundeck areas, picture perfect landscaped greenery, health club, aerobics room, yoga lounge, sauna, jacuzzi and steam bath.
The residential units, the largest of its kind in Dubai, will feature big balconies, build-in kitchens and fully fitted bathrooms; apartments will offer panoramic view of the Arabian Sea through large French windows. Residents will enjoy private beach access and will also be provided with designated underground parking facilities and round-the-clock security and cleaning services.
The office complex consists of 49 exclusive boutique offices - the only commercial space in the upscale Jumeirah residential area, sized from 1,200 to 1,800 sq ft per unit. Customers can choose from a cellular or an open plan configuration (larger units); and have the option to work closely with Sunset’s architects to design the office that fits their every requirement.
The office level, which overlooks Jumeirah road / Dubai City as well as the sea, also includes a business lobby, a concierge, two meeting/conference rooms, prayer rooms, kitchens and pantry rooms. Sunset will also provide parking spaces, business service