Shamal Unveils Development at Dubai Zoo Site

Residents will have access to amenities centred around courtyard including a club house, wellness area, children’s play area, family pool, lounge and gym.

Shamal has announced plans to redevelop the historic Dubai Zoo site in Jumeirah 1 into a residential and lifestyle destination comprising 90 units.

The development will transform the site whilst preserving its legacy and architecture. The project aims to create a community based on nostalgia and connection in the heart of Jumeirah 1.

The low-rise development features residential units designed using clean geometry and natural materials. The transformation respects the memory and legacy of landmark through organic architecture, landscaping and community-led design.

“This is more than a redevelopment; it is a profound reimagining of a beloved landmark that holds deep connections for countless individuals and the wider community. At Shamal, we aspire to deliver the extraordinary – not through scale alone, but through intention, care and design that speaks to the soul of the city. Our vision is to respectfully honour the site’s rich past and curate a progressive space for modern living. It is designed for people to live, connect and thrive, fostering a personal, calm and grounded lifestyle that blends heritage with the present,” Abdulla Binhabtoor, Chief Executive Officer at Shamal said.

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