Culture
Village is a unique project conceived by Dubai Properties
in recognition of not just the artists among us
but also the important role of the Creek in the
cultural landscape of the UAE. Situated on the creek
it offers a platform where all the components of
a higher lifestyle can take place, satisfying the
intellectual as well as the practical needs of residents
and visitors. Visual Arts, Performing Arts, and
Literary facilities contribute to the higher standard
style of living.
Culture Village proposes a wide variety in styles
and in content from art galleries, museums, theatres,
public exhibition spaces, fashion activities, institutes
specializing in different disciplines, gardens,
and many other activities pertaining to the promotion
of the Arts in society and in the community in general.
Restaurants and specialty stores offer a mix that
contributes to the eclectic and creative mood of
the location. Culture Village is intended to be
a world-class destination that mixes old-world pleasures
and entertainment with a modern, sophisticated ambiance.
Culture Village will feature wide open spaces, traditional
wind towers, cobble stone walkways, unique sculptures,
waterways topped with bridges, creek side souks,
restaurants and cafes, an amphitheater for live
performances and cultural festivals, an exhibition
hall and museums, and a dockyard where traditional
dhow building will be on display. It will blend
Middle Eastern history with the rich heritage of
Dubai, offering an inspired mix of Arabic and old
Dubai architecture. Murals, sculptures and pottery
will adorn the façades of buildings and street
corners.
Culture Village's master plan has been divided into
residential, commercial and retail zones with hospitality
and entertainment sub-districts. The residential
district will feature traditional low to medium-rise
buildings offering studio, one, two, three, and
four-bedroom apartments with contemporary interiors,
including loft-style apartments with work areas.
The commercial district will house cultural institutions,
schools, academies for art, music, dance, pottery
and other crafts. World-class infrastructure and
facilities will be available for each organization.
The retail district will feature luxury hotels,
designer boutique-style restaurants and coffee shops,
as well as rare book shops and art and craft galleries.
A rustic traditional souk, offering Arabian crafts,
antiques, and spices and herbs, will be the focal
point of the retail district. Moreover, the highlight
of Culture Village will be the Palazzo Versace.
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