Dubai Embraces Sustainable Living as Urban Development Focus Evolves
Monday, 23 February 2026
Dubai’s real estate landscape is evolving beyond iconic skyscrapers, with increasing
emphasis on sustainable communities, connected neighbourhoods, and enhanced everyday
living experiences.
Key Highlights:
- Urban development focus is expanding from building height to quality of living and community design.
- Growing demand for neighbourhood-focused living with greenery, open spaces, and integrated amenities.
- Dubai’s property market continues to show strength with robust transaction activity and strong investor participation.
- Rising interest from first-time buyers and long-term residents is supporting market diversity.
- Development trends are shifting toward mixed-use communities and lifestyle-driven planning.
- Vision supported by the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, promoting connected and sustainable neighbourhoods.
- Balanced growth is offering a variety of housing choices for different lifestyles and life stages.
- Developers are placing stronger emphasis on thoughtful design, long-term value, and responsible development.
- Cities that combine growth with livability continue to attract talent and long-term investment.
- Insights shared by Bader Saeed Hareb, Executive Chairman of Global Partners Property Fund II.
