Home tour: A minimalist home with European charm in Dubai

The Niche Corner pays homage to minimalist design for the home of a newlywed couple in Dubai

Measuring 3,196 square feet, this luxury, double-storey family townhouse in Dubai is located in Arabian Ranches, a family-friendly gated community nestled in the heart of Dubai. Owned by a married couple in their mid-30s, they had moved to Dubai to start a new chapter of their lives and were searching for the right home that would fit their personal needs and aesthetic requirements.

“When my clients moved here, they were looking to create their new ‘forever home’, an abode that would grant them peace while adhering to an undisturbed aesthetic,” recalls interior designer Neeshay Nouman, founder of The Niche Corner. “When they told me this, I clicked with them immediately and seized this opportunity to work with like-minded people who could appreciate minimalist design.”

Above Rounded archway frames 70+ year old olive tree outside

Above Living room

In charge of the gut renovations of the home, Nouman started by first reorganising the spaces and introducing a natural colour palette that was more soft and restrained, adding lots of wood features, antique brass touches, and black-framed window arches to bring the space more warmth.

“By keeping the individual elements similar, the furniture flows consistently throughout the home,” remarks Nouman.

Main stairwell and a glimpse of the kitchen

Curved lines give the furniture a softer touch

Photo 1 of 4 Living room

Photo 2 of 4 Living room

Photo 3 of 4 Main stairwell and a glimpse of the kitchen

Photo 4 of 4 Curved lines give the furniture a softer touch

Extending the living and dining spaces, Nouman expresses some of the difficulties faced. “There was a bit of complication getting approval for this particular change since it would increase the size of the house.”

“However, I’m grateful we managed to push it through as the new kitchen layout allowed us to implement an open plan movement that really opened up the same to make it feel more free and spacious,” confesses Nouman.

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Above Simple kitchen aesthetics

Above Kitchen area

For the private quarters upstairs, The Niche Corner team decided to break down one of the larger bathrooms into two smaller ones, creating two separate ensuites for two of the guest bedrooms. “Figuring out how to make it work was a bit tricky. But it eventually just clicked, and I feel it helps utilise the space much better.”

Softer elements and textures are also introduced in the bedroom spaces to elicit a comforting aura. “Given the minimal nature of this home, we went heavy on fabrics, weaving in linens, tweeds and light cotton,” opines Nouman. “There is texture even on the kitchen hood and the TV unit.”

The overall flooring of the home is composed of large, soft matte greige tiles that help keep a soft touch.

Photo 1 of 2 Comfort is the main priority of this dining space

Photo 2 of 2 Dining room with a garden view

Wanting to draw from more external elements in the client’s garden, Nouman decided to add an olive tree which plays a big role in centering the main living area.

“This spectacular 70-plus-year-old olive tree was sourced from Spain,” Nouman recounts. “It had to be airlifted into Dubai and placed with a crane since it had to be carried in and above the house.”

The large windows are an invitation to observe the beautiful garden with the 70-plus-year-old olive tree outside, a focal point that immediately captures the eyes the moment one enters the living room.

His and her mirrors in the main bathroom

Gold accents and wooden cabinetry provide a touch of warmth

Photo 1 of 4 Master bedroom

Photo 2 of 4 His and her mirrors in the main bathroom

Photo 3 of 4 Main bathroom

Photo 4 of 4 Gold accents and wooden cabinetry provide a touch of warmth

“The aim was to create a lovable but livable space,” says Nouman. “My clients have an affinity for the finer things in life that they wish to enjoy subtly and with simplicity. They wanted fewer but more effective elements.”

Having modified this spacious four-bedroom and four-bathroom layout, the townhouse is able to accommodate both guests and the couple’s potentially growing family, making it an ideal generational home for the years to come.

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