Ghaf Woods Mall will become the Group’s new flagship mall and the first-of-its-kind forest-integrated retail space in the region and complement the developer’s AED15.4bn ($4.19bn) Ghaf Woods residential community.
When completed, the mall will offer an immersive, experience-led environment blending retail, dining, and entertainment with biophilic design that connects visitors with nature.
Dubai mall in the forest concept
Ahmed El Shamy, CEO of Majid Al Futtaim Development, said: “Ghaf Woods Mall is set to mark a bold new era in retail and community placemaking; an unprecedented landmark nestled within a forested landscape and a new Majid Al Futtaim flagship shopping destination in Dubai.
“From design to delivery, the concept behind the ‘Mall in the Forest’ highlights Majid Al Futtaim’s unwavering commitment to environmental innovation and excellence”.
He added that by seamlessly integrating nature, technology, and human-centric design, Majid Al Futtaim will offer an exceptional experience that enriches residents’ lives in our newest community and evolves with the lifestyles of our customers across Dubai.
Flagship experiential retail
Located on E311 (Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road), Ghaf Woods Mall will feature a curated mix of retail, dining, leisure, and lifestyle experiences, merging premium retail with immersive natural surroundings.
Majid Al Futtaim is strategically positioning the mall to attract flagship and anchor tenants seeking early access to a high-growth catchment area in Dubai.
For residents of the surrounding community, it promises to become a vibrant lifestyle hub, offering convenience, connectivity, and opportunity.
Ghaf Woods Mall will become Majid Al Futtaim’s 30th mall globally, its 19th in the UAE, and the first in the region to embody what the company describes as the “future-ready evolution of retailing.”
The launch reinforces Majid Al Futtaim’s strategy of developing next-generation, sustainable destinations that blend commerce, culture, and community, while supporting Dubai’s vision for smart, nature-connected urban living.
