Furnishing an Apartment in Dubai (2025)
Simple, Real Budgets
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Quick Snapshot (AED, furniture + basics, no renovation)
Option 1
Budget (China, factory-direct via our buyer)
Budget (China, factory-direct via our buyer)
Best for: investors and operators focused on yield.
Total budget: 1-bed 35k–55k · 2-bed 55k–85k · 3-bed 80k–120k
Look & quality: clean modern; hotel-grade basics; durable, no fancy finishes.
Timeline: ~5–7 weeks door-to-door.
How it works:
We pick SKUs → consolidate at factory.
Ship in 40’ container to Jebel Ali (we pool several units to cut freight).
Customs, delivery, install, snag list.
Money watch-outs (the “skeptic” part):
Underfilled container = bad unit economics.
Local port fees, storage for late docs, and last-mile trucking add up.
Imports: ~5% duty on CIF + 5% VAT (on CIF + duty).
Why choose it: lowest AED per m²; you decide where to over-invest (e.g., mattresses) and still stay cheap.
Total budget: 1-bed 35k–55k · 2-bed 55k–85k · 3-bed 80k–120k
Look & quality: clean modern; hotel-grade basics; durable, no fancy finishes.
Timeline: ~5–7 weeks door-to-door.
How it works:
We pick SKUs → consolidate at factory.
Ship in 40’ container to Jebel Ali (we pool several units to cut freight).
Customs, delivery, install, snag list.
Money watch-outs (the “skeptic” part):
Underfilled container = bad unit economics.
Local port fees, storage for late docs, and last-mile trucking add up.
Imports: ~5% duty on CIF + 5% VAT (on CIF + duty).
Why choose it: lowest AED per m²; you decide where to over-invest (e.g., mattresses) and still stay cheap.
Option 2
Mid-range (Europe + Dubai mix)
Best for: landlords who want faster go-live and stronger look without luxury prices.
Total budget: 1-bed 80k–150k · 2-bed 120k–230k · 3-bed 170k–330k
Look & quality: branded mattresses/sofas, nicer finishes, better feel.
Timeline: stock items 2–7 days; EU backorders 4–10 weeks (we stage it so you can list early).
How it works:
Total budget: 1-bed 80k–150k · 2-bed 120k–230k · 3-bed 170k–330k
Look & quality: branded mattresses/sofas, nicer finishes, better feel.
Timeline: stock items 2–7 days; EU backorders 4–10 weeks (we stage it so you can list early).
How it works:
- Lock budget & style.
- Buy hero pieces from EU brands; fill the rest from Dubai stock.
- One-day install; returns/warranty handled locally.
3. Premium
Italian brands
(Minotti, B&B Italia, Poliform)
Italian brands
(Minotti, B&B Italia, Poliform)
Best for: prime addresses, premium tenants, or resale positioning.
Total budget: 1-bed 270k–530k · 2-bed 400k–800k · 3-bed 600k–1.2M
Look & quality: iconic design, top materials, long life.
Timeline: typically 8–14 weeks (made-to-order + shipping).
How it works: showroom curation → order → white-glove install & styling.
Money watch-outs: cash is tied up longer; one sofa can equal a whole budget from Option 1.
Total budget: 1-bed 270k–530k · 2-bed 400k–800k · 3-bed 600k–1.2M
Look & quality: iconic design, top materials, long life.
Timeline: typically 8–14 weeks (made-to-order + shipping).
How it works: showroom curation → order → white-glove install & styling.
Money watch-outs: cash is tied up longer; one sofa can equal a whole budget from Option 1.
Hidden costs
- Curtain sets for big glass, outdoor sets for balconies/terraces.
- Delivery/assembly choreography (combine drops to avoid extra fees).
- Warranty handling (local > overseas for speed).
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