Private Residence, Umm Suquiem

Located in one of Dubai’s busiest residential neighborhoods, this private residence is designed to exude understated grandeur within the highest level of privacy.

VSHD Design envisioned an L-Shaped house that looks into the inside of the plot where the family can enjoy the pool and the lush garden area while maintaining their privacy. A timber overhang was used to complete the geometry of the “L” and to give privacy to the internal corridor from the street side. The space mimics the elegance and sophistication of a museum or art gallery by mastering proportions and by the use of natural materials and ample light. Scale was key in this project where all the openings were fitted with doors and windows that reach the ceiling level giving all these objects a powerful presence and allowing for ample natural light.

The internal L outline is transparent with large spans of sliding glass doors. The large glass panels have a slim linear profile creating a seamless boundary between the outdoors and the indoors. This opens up the house to a view of the pool and garden and creates a visual link between all the living spaces.