{"id":19089,"date":"2025-10-09T16:50:16","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T14:50:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/?p=19089"},"modified":"2026-07-02T11:35:23","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T09:35:23","slug":"ghaf-woods-mall-a-new-shopping-centre-in-the-forest-is-taking-shape-in-dubai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/actualite\/ghaf-woods-mall-un-nouveau-mall-dans-la-foret-emerge-a-dubai\/","title":{"rendered":"Ghaf Woods Mall: a new \u00abforest mall\u00bb is taking shape in Dubai"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A brand-new concept from Majid Al Futtaim<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dubai, the global capital of urban innovation, is home to a spectacular new commercial project: <strong>Ghaf Woods Mall<\/strong>, presented by <strong>Majid Al Futtaim<\/strong>, a leading player in property development and retail in the Middle East. This future shopping centre will be integrated into the <strong>Ghaf Woods residential development<\/strong>, with an estimated value of <strong>15.4 billion AED<\/strong>, and stands out for its innovative architectural concept \u2014 that of a <strong>a shopping centre set within an urban forest<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The project marks a new stage in Majid Al Futtaim\u2019s strategy, which aims to <strong>reimagining the shopping experience<\/strong> by combining <strong>nature, wellbeing and business<\/strong>. Designed as a living extension of the residential community, Ghaf Woods Mall will offer an experience in which nature becomes an integral part of the customer journey, through biophilic design and large-scale green spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A strategic location on the E311<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ideally situated along the <strong>Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311)<\/strong>, Ghaf Woods Mall will benefit from exceptional visibility and direct access from the main roads linking the north and south of Dubai. The location was chosen for its <strong>proximity to emerging residential areas<\/strong> and its links to major economic hubs such as Dubai Sports City, Arabian Ranches and Motor City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This strategic position will enable us to <strong>to serve a large population area<\/strong>, which is experiencing rapid population growth, whilst offering a unique retail environment. For Majid Al Futtaim, this represents a <strong>a new, strong geographical foothold<\/strong> following the success of the Mall of the Emirates and City Centre Deira, confirming its leadership in the premium shopping centre market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Biophilic design enhancing the experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What sets Ghaf Woods Mall apart from all other commercial developments is its <strong>the concept of a \u201cforest mall\u201d<\/strong>. The building will be designed in accordance with the principles of <strong>biophilic architecture<\/strong>, incorporating vegetation, natural light, purified air and sustainable materials to create an environment where nature and urban life coexist harmoniously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The shopping centre will be surrounded by and run through <strong>wooded areas, scenic footpaths and hanging gardens<\/strong>, inviting visitors to enjoy an immersive experience at every stage of their journey. The aim is to <strong>to break down the barrier between indoors and outdoors<\/strong>, by turning shopping into a moment of relaxation, contemplation and wellbeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This eco-friendly design will not merely be aesthetic: it aims to <strong>improve air quality, regulate room temperature<\/strong> and offer a tranquil setting, perfect for unwinding, whilst remaining connected to Dubai\u2019s vibrant energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A lifestyle hub combining shopping, dining and leisure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ghaf Woods Mall will be much more than just a shopping centre. It will be home to a <strong>a selection of high-end shops<\/strong>, some <strong>concept stores<\/strong>, as well as a <strong>a wide range of culinary delights<\/strong>, ranging from cosy caf\u00e9s to international restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A large part of the project will be devoted to <strong>lifestyle and entertainment<\/strong>, with <strong>family leisure facilities<\/strong>, some <strong>wellness areas<\/strong>, some <strong>indoor sports facilities<\/strong> and even some <strong>outdoor event venues<\/strong>. This multi-purpose approach is part of the global trend towards <strong>\u201cdestination shopping centres\u201d<\/strong>, which combine shopping, relaxation and sensory experiences to attract a wider audience and build visitor loyalty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The project will also focus on sustainability, with <strong>water-efficient irrigation systems<\/strong>, the use of\u2019<strong>renewable energy<\/strong> and the <strong>smart energy management<\/strong>, in line with Dubai\u2019s environmental objectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ghaf Woods: a green and connected community<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ghaf Woods Mall is just one part of a wider project: <strong>Ghaf Woods<\/strong>, the new residential community designed by Majid Al Futtaim. Described as the <strong>Dubai\u2019s first integrated forestry development<\/strong>, the neighbourhood will offer flats and villas surrounded by green spaces, artificial lakes and walking trails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The set has been designed to offer a <strong>an experience of living in harmony with nature<\/strong>, whilst incorporating modern facilities: schools, clinics, shops and leisure centres. The shopping centre will thus become the <strong>the beating heart of this community<\/strong>, a meeting place for residents, families and visitors, in keeping with Dubai\u2019s vision for sustainable and people-centred urban spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion: nature as the new frontier of retail<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With <strong>Ghaf Woods Mall<\/strong>, Majid Al Futtaim is once again redefining the standards of retail and urban design in Dubai. By combining <strong>biophilic architecture, sustainability and an immersive customer experience<\/strong>, the group is paving the way for a new generation of shopping centres that are more environmentally friendly and more focused on well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located on the <strong>Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road<\/strong>, at the heart of a 15.4 billion AED residential development, this <strong>a shopping centre \u201cset within the forest\u201d<\/strong> embodies the new era of retail in Dubai: that of a <strong>a green, connected and forward-looking city<\/strong>, where every project becomes an experience in its own right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Un concept in\u00e9dit sign\u00e9 Majid Al Futtaim Duba\u00ef, capitale mondiale de l\u2019innovation urbaine, accueille un nouveau projet commercial spectaculaire : Ghaf Woods Mall, pr\u00e9sent\u00e9 par Majid Al Futtaim, acteur embl\u00e9matique du d\u00e9veloppement immobilier et du retail au Moyen-Orient. Ce futur centre commercial sera int\u00e9gr\u00e9 au sein du projet r\u00e9sidentiel Ghaf Woods, d\u2019une valeur estim\u00e9e \u00e0 [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":19090,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-19089","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-actualite"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19089","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=19089"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19089\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":19091,"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19089\/revisions\/19091"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/19090"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19089"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=19089"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=19089"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}