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Island Sanctuary

Baituti Home develops Zuha Island’s most inspiring design projects

In the pristine waters of Zuha Island, a resort-style retreat located off the coast of Dubai on the World Islands, Baituti Home has seamlessly integrated modern design with the island’s natural beauty, creating a sanctuary that is as inviting as it is exclusive. The client envisioned a space that offered understated luxury while embracing the island’s peaceful ambiance. Their brief emphasised the importance of creating a sanctuary that felt both exclusive and inviting, featuring high-end furniture and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. They wanted each space to tell a story, celebrating craftsmanship and comfort. Gozde Morera, Director of Baituti Home, worked closely with Nadia Zaal, Founder and CEO of Zaya Group, the developer behind the project, to ensure every detail of the project aligned perfectly both with the island’s ethos and the client’s vision. The design ethos behind this project was deeply rooted in Zuha Island’s breathtaking landscape. The interiors echo the island’s peaceful ambiance, incorporating earthy tones, natural textures and curated artisanal pieces that establish a luxurious yet effortlessly relaxed atmosphere. Each space is a celebration of craftsmanship and comfort, where contemporary elegance meets organic harmony.

At the heart of the home in the atrium, the Maxalto Astrum table serves as a bold focal point, its sculptural ‘sawhorse’ base blending form and function. The formal living area is anchored by Mario Bellini’s Camaleonda sofa, with its signature capitonné design, while the Naviglio sofa introduces a dynamic interplay of curves and lines. Together, they create a space that is inviting yet architecturally striking. 

Designed for both relaxation and connection, the family area features the adaptable B&B Italia Richard sofa system alongside the Alex dining table, distinguished by its lenticular frame. Paired with Belle chairs, it offers an intimate yet sophisticated dining experience. Each bedroom is a retreat of quiet luxury. The Atoll bed, complemented by pieces from the Quiet Lines collection, brings a sense of calm through its soft curves and sound-muffling surfaces. In the master suite, the Maxalto Febo bed, distinguishable by its visible stitching, pairs seamlessly with the sculptural Amphora bedside table, creating a refined and restful ambiance. The Le Bambole collection, reimagined through Stella McCartney’s sustainable vision, brings Mario Bellini’s iconic design into the contemporary eco-conscious world with its “Fungi Forest” print upholstery and fully biodegradable construction. Outdoors, the Ribes collection by Antonio Citterio bridges the space with the indoors, while Baituti Home’s custom Oceano dining table and artisanal Dune lounge chairs with sits ustainable rattan and brass accents help create the perfect setting for relaxation and contemplation.

Photography by Ahmed Kassim

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