Mira Developments has unveiled Richmond District, a new branded residential development in Al Furjan and the area’s first fully integrated master plan. The project was created in collaboration with fashion designer John Richmond and is located next to Discovery Gardens Metro Station.
Integrated design and amenities
Richmond District includes five residential towers, one office tower, and a shared podium designed around water features, wellness facilities, and convenience. The apartments and studios reflect John Richmond’s signature style, with confident detailing, rock-inspired lines, and a contemporary mashrabiya system for controlling light, privacy, and airflow.
Architect Marco Casamonti of Archea Associati worked closely with Richmond on the project’s design. Richmond said, “From the moment we met, there was an immediate connection. Marco understands my work and translated my style through his own design.”
Amenities in the development include fitness areas equipped by Technogym, an outdoor sports area, yoga spaces, cafés, retail outlets, and services such as valet parking, concierge support, cleaning, and room service.
Location and connectivity
Al Furjan provides an established residential environment with schools, parks, and infrastructure already in place. Richmond District is well connected, with Dubai Marina eight minutes away, Palm Jumeirah ten minutes, Downtown Dubai under twenty minutes, and Al Maktoum International Airport about twenty minutes by car.
Timur Mamaikhanov, Co-Founder and CEO of Mira Developments, said: “What makes Richmond District stand out is the way connectivity, architecture and brand identity come together in one place. Its location next to Discovery Gardens Metro Station gives residents direct access to the city, while the mashrabiya feature gives the project a visual character that feels entirely new for Al Furjan. Together with John Richmond’s aesthetic, it sets a new architectural tone for the area.”
Launch event draws strong interest
The project was officially introduced on April 2 during a Grand Unveiling event attended by over 4,000 guests. The main celebration was held at Baoli Dubai, with a live broadcast at African Queen.
Mira Developments Managing Director Omar Gull said: “We saw an overwhelming response to Richmond District. We expected around 2,000 guests, but over 4,000 joined us. We had to host two separate presentations across different venues to accommodate everyone. At one point, it even caused traffic in the area. But more than anything, it reflects the resilience of Dubai’s real estate market and the clear demand for high-quality, branded developments.”
Richmond District adds to Mira Developments’ growing portfolio of branded, design-led residential projects across the Middle East and Europe.
tanvir@dubainewsweek.com
