The Journal

  • There's No Place Like Home

    There's No Place Like Home

    Alfred Dunhill's concept of Homes goes a step beyond the usual luxury-brand store - and hopes to change the way men shop

    • The Lifestyle
    • 1 min. read
    Mar 17th, 2014
  • Al Fresco Living, High in the Sky

    Al Fresco Living, High in the Sky

    Living high above the world provides a sense of space and freedom - and a large terrace greatly enhances the appeal

    • Portfolio
    • 1 min. read
    Mar 16th, 2014
  • Past Perfect for Watch Lovers

    Past Perfect for Watch Lovers

    As interest in vintage watches grows, collectors have a new source of treasure, here in Dubai

    • The Lifestyle
    • 1 min. read
    Mar 15th, 2014
  • Rev Up for Le ReΓòáéve

    Rev Up for Le ReΓòáéve

    Demand for premium apartments in Dubai is on the up, with stubborn negotiators losing out as prices creep higher

    • Neighbourhoods
    • 1 min. read
    Mar 14th, 2014
  • The Best of Both Worlds

    The Best of Both Worlds

    In an apartment on Palm Jumeirah, television presenter Shereen Mitwalli finds peace

    • Neighbourhoods
    • 1 min. read
    Mar 12th, 2014
  • Home of the Modern Maharajahs

    Home of the Modern Maharajahs

    Forts and palaces in Rajasthan have been transformed into some of the world's most beguiling hotels

    • The Lifestyle
    • 1 min. read
    Mar 11th, 2014
  • Bliss on the Edge of Town

    Bliss on the Edge of Town

    This green haven offers every imaginable convenience - and it's so close to the city too

    • Neighbourhoods
    • 1 min. read
    Mar 9th, 2014
  • Rooms for Living

    Rooms for Living

    With kitchens increasingly being seen as the heart of the home, not just places to cook, designers are responding with a new kind of 'living' room.

    • Design & Architecture
    • 1 min. read
    Mar 8th, 2014
  • The Anti-fashionista

    The Anti-fashionista

    Miuccia Prada has succeeded by ignoring most of fashion's rules

    • The Lifestyle
    • 1 min. read
    Mar 7th, 2014
  • Keeping all of its Promises

    Keeping all of its Promises

    As the first resident to have moved in to Al Barari, Faruk Roked has watched it grow around him

    • Neighbourhoods
    • 1 min. read
    Mar 6th, 2014
  • Bathing Spaces Become Beautiful

    Bathing Spaces Become Beautiful

    No longer just a functional space, bathrooms are increasingly adopting the attributes of a spa

    • Design & Architecture
    • 1 min. read
    Mar 5th, 2014
  • If You Dream of Sand Dunes

    If You Dream of Sand Dunes

    A sea view was always at the top of Katja Sander's Dubai wish list, and her JBR apartment fits the bill perfectly

    • Neighbourhoods
    • 1 min. read
    Mar 4th, 2014
  • Exactly the Write Thing

    Exactly the Write Thing

    Far from being an anachronism, the fountain pen is more treasured than ever as the handwritten word becomes increasingly appreciated for the values that it represents

    • The Lifestyle
    • 1 min. read
    Mar 3rd, 2014
  • The Brand Patrons

    The Brand Patrons

    Giants of luxury, such as Cartier, Louis Vuitton and Hermès, are helping to raise the profile of emerging artists

    • The Lifestyle
    • 1 min. read
    Mar 2nd, 2014
  • Moving in for the Long Term

    Moving in for the Long Term

    For one satisfied family, Emirates Hills has been home for nearly five years already. They plan to make their time there a lot longer

    • Neighbourhoods
    • 1 min. read
    Mar 1st, 2014
  • Roll in the New

    Roll in the New

    Rolls-Royce updated the Phantom - but only in the most subtle and intelligent ways

    • The Lifestyle
    • 1 min. read
    Feb 1st, 2014
  • Le Reve Full Floor - Sold!

    Le Reve Full Floor - Sold!

    Luxhabitat are delighted to have sold a full floor in the very exclusive Le Rêve in Dubai Marina.

    • Company News
    • 1 min. read
    May 1st, 2013