Like many of us, I’ve been wondering what will happen to the beautiful, inspiring  Expo 2020 Dubai  site when the event sadly closes its doors next March.   Well, perhaps unsurprisingly, the enormous (4.38 square kilometre) site is set to be transformed with great vision and flair into a new residential, office and leisure zone, …

Food is at the heart of every culture, and a lot of our celebrations revolve around sharing food with family and friends. But access to information means we are learning more about the food we eat, where it comes from, and the effect it has upon us and the planet.   I’ve seen a rising…

We’ve all been reading lately about the rising number of High-Net-Worth Individuals moving to and investing in the region, but I’ve been considering how this notable influx is actually shaping the GCC’s luxury markets.   But firstly, it’s useful to look at some facts and data. In case you aren’t familiar with the term, a…

What a month it’s been! Since launching my latest venture,  AHS Properties , at Cityscape Global 2021, my life has seemed like a nonstop whirlwind of phone calls, messages and meetings.   Not only have I had fun interacting with people from across Dubai’s vibrant property community, but I’ve also had the opportunity to extol…

No one could have predicted what the long-term effects of the pandemic were, but as we move further away from the height of the virus’ hold, I’m keen to know how Dubai’s economy will fare.   The analysis and economic indicators all point to solid growth. While  Dubai Statistics Center (DSC)  reported a 10.9% contraction…

We are seeing a surge of interest in luxury homes in Dubai – which has long been a global capital of uber-luxury – and even though true luxury is characterised by scarcity, we can all take steps to create a little more luxury in our homes.   Stamping your style on your property is like…

Expo 2020  got me thinking about the enormous number of people who will shift their workplace to Dubai for at least six months. Such an influx of global talent is exciting, interesting and will do wonders for the economy, too!   The temporary boost in the talent pool adds to Dubai’s already rich cultural mix,…

A message for Team Gen Z.   If like me, you were born anywhere between 1995 and 2015 chances are you have already been labeled – we are  Generation Z , which is ironic because we all know how much we hate labels, it stifles our individual expression.   But anyway, who cares really, we…

We all know that luxury real estate is described as such because it is scarce. Luxury properties command a higher price, but let’s not forget that an investment in a property that many others covet will always generally result in a better (higher) return on investment.   Certain destinations – Dubai included – have positioned…