Jumeirah’s coastal villas in Jumeirah 1, 2 and 3 and Umm Suqeim are among the older homes in Dubai. Many were built decades ago on generous plots, which makes them good candidates for extension, but also means hidden condition issues once walls and floors are opened.
Artirior renovates and extends Jumeirah villas with a survey-first approach: we check the structure, pipework and wiring before we price, so the quotation reflects what is actually behind the finishes.
What owners and tenants in Jumeirah usually ask for
- Replacing original plumbing, electrical wiring and AC systems that have reached the end of their life
- Structural assessment before removing walls or adding a floor to an older building
- Salt air and humidity near the coast: we specify corrosion-resistant aluminium, fixings and external finishes
- Extending living areas and adding majlis, maid or driver rooms on larger plots
Approvals in Jumeirah
Many Jumeirah villas sit outside the master-developer communities, so Dubai Municipality is typically the main approving authority, with building permits needed for structural changes and extensions. Neighbour boundaries are close in some streets, so we plan dust, noise and access carefully. We confirm requirements for your plot at the site visit.
Requirements differ by property and change over time. We confirm the current position for your unit at the site visit.
Our services in Jumeirah
How a project in Jumeirah works
- Free site survey and feasibility check
- Concept, drawings and itemised BOQ quotation
- Community NOC and Dubai Municipality permit, handled by us
- Construction, MEP, joinery and finishing under one contract
- Snagging, handover and warranty
Questions about Jumeirah
Is it worth renovating an old Jumeirah villa rather than rebuilding?
Often yes, especially where the structure is sound. A survey tells you whether the frame can be kept and what it would cost to renew the services, which is the basis for deciding between renovation and rebuild.
Do I need a Dubai Municipality permit?
For structural changes, extensions and some external works, yes. Cosmetic work normally does not. We confirm what applies to your villa.
How do you deal with hidden problems in an older villa?
By surveying first, opening up selected areas before pricing where possible, and including a clear process and contingency for anything found later.
Book a free site visit in Jumeirah
Tell us about your project, or call +971 58 668 7005.