Majid Al Futtaim Announces Ghaf Woods Mall in $4.2B Community

Dubai, UAE – 7 October 2025: Majid Al Futtaim, the regional leader in shopping malls, communities, retail, and leisure across the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia, has announced Ghaf Woods Mall, a world-class shopping and lifestyle destination that will redefine the retail experience in Dubai.

A Flagship “Mall in the Forest”

Ghaf Woods Mall will serve as Majid Al Futtaim’s newest flagship destination in Dubai and the region’s first forest-integrated retail space. Complementing the developer’s $4.19 billion (AED 15.4 billion) Ghaf Woods residential community, the mall will offer an experience-led environment where shopping, dining, and entertainment blend seamlessly with nature through cutting-edge biophilic design.

A New Era of Retail and Placemaking

Ahmed El Shamy, Chief Executive Officer 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. In seamlessly integrating nature, technology, and human-centric design, Majid Al Futtaim is set to offer an exceptional experience that enrich the lives of residents in our newest community while evolving with the lifestyles of our customers across Dubai.”_

A Strategic Location for Growth

Located along E311 (Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road), Ghaf Woods Mall will feature a curated mix of premium retail, dining, leisure, and lifestyle experiences. The mall is designed to attract flagship and anchor tenants seeking early access to a high-growth, premium catchment area.

For residents, it will serve as a vibrant lifestyle hub offering convenience, opportunity, and connection, while further enhancing the appeal of the Ghaf Woods community as a next-generation urban forest destination.

Expanding a Legacy of Innovation

With Ghaf Woods Mall, Majid Al Futtaim continues its legacy of redefining modern retail and sustainable development. The mall will become the 30th property in the company’s portfolio, 19th in the UAE, and the first in the region to represent a forest-inspired evolution of retailing—combining innovation, sustainability, and community at the heart of Dubai’s growth corridor.