Al Shirawi Interiors, a premier specialist in interior fit-out, partitioning, suspended ceilings and carpentry works, has been awarded the contract for the complete interior fit-out of the Cityland Mall, the world’s first natured-inspired shopping destination taking shape in Dubai.

The circular-shaped mall will have over 350 stores spread across 1.2 million sq.ft.  It will also feature a 200,000 sq ft open-air garden that will serve as the epicentre of the mall in terms of both architecture and its anchoring role.

As per the deal, Al Shirawi Interiors will fit-out 450,000 sq ft of space including all entrances, pavilions, hypermarket and washrooms.

Construction of Cityland Mall is being monitored by Hill International as the project managers with the project scheduled for completion in the fourth quarter of 2018.

The $330-million retail project is the brainchild of Cityland Group, the creator and operator of renowned Dubai Miracle Garden and Dubai Butterfly Garden.

Cityland Group CEO Fahimuddin Sharfuddin said: "We are pleased to have Al Shirawi Interiors as our partner in completing the interior fit-out of Cityland Mall. Their expertise and track record will be a great asset in adding value to Cityland Mall which promises to be a unique retail destination in UAE with its nature inspired theme and superlative design features."

Ani Chacko, the general manager, Al Shirawi Interiors, said: "The interior design of this project features some striking elements, the execution of which requires excellent craftsmanship and superior quality finishes."

"As a fit-out specialist with a proven track record, our client and consultant can be assured that we will deliver on both the counts," he noted.

CEO Navin Valrani said: "2018 is shaping up to be a good year. Our team of experienced project managers, talented designers, sizeable labour force and a state-of-the-art joinery that creates some of the finest wood products on the market, will give us a decisive advantage over our competitors in the future as well."

Al Shirawi Interiors, he stated, has executed fit-out scope for several retail projects in the past, including Deira City Centre, Ibn Battuta Mall, Bloomingdales and BurJuman Centre to name a few.

In recent years, the company has built a solid reputation as the most reliable company for cinema projects having executed a number of works for operators such as Novo, Vox, Cine Royal and Reel, he added.-TradeArabia News Service