UAE Lifestyle Ecosystems Propel a New Era of Real Estate Growth
Friday, 6 February 2026
The UAE is entering a new phase of real estate growth driven by integrated lifestyle ecosystems that combine living, work, leisure, wellness, and digital infrastructure, according to Gensler’s Design Forecast 2026.
Key Highlights:
- Gensler’s Design Forecast 2026 highlights the UAE’s shift toward experience-led, mixed-use lifestyle ecosystems.
- National strategies such as Vision 2031 and economic diversification are shaping long-term real estate demand.
- Wellness-focused communities and digitally enabled infrastructure are redefining residential and mixed-use developments.
- Dubai continues to lead in high-end retail, branded residences, and large-scale mixed-use destinations.
- Abu Dhabi is strengthening its role in critical infrastructure and data-driven development.
- Ras Al Khaimah is emerging as a premier luxury and leisure destination.
- Sharjah is enhancing cultural depth through museums, galleries, and heritage-led development.
- Growing demand for data centres, aviation assets, and resilient systems supports future-ready growth.
- The seven Emirates collectively reinforce the UAE’s position as a global lifestyle and investment hub.
