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Design & Approvals Portfolio

From concept drawings to approved plans — projects that set the foundation.

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Design & Approvals
Design & Approvals

Plans That Get Approved.
First Time.

Every project begins with a solid design and the right approvals. These are projects where our architectural drawings, engineering plans and municipality submissions laid the groundwork for successful builds across Dubai.

Portfolio project

Villa Extension — Architectural Package

Emirates Hills — Dubai Municipality

Portfolio project

Penthouse 3D Visualisation

Palm Jumeirah — Nakheel NOC

Portfolio project

G+2 Villa — Full Engineering Set

Al Barari — Trakhees Approved

Portfolio project

Boundary Wall & Landscaping Plans

Arabian Ranches — DDA Approved

Portfolio project

Commercial Fit-Out Drawings

Business Bay — Building Permit

Portfolio project

Pool Addition — Structural Engineering

Dubai Hills Estate — Municipality NOC

What We Deliver

Every Design Package Includes

Architectural Drawings

Architectural Drawings

Full plan sets — floor plans, elevations, sections and details — prepared to Dubai Municipality standards.

Engineering Calculations

Engineering Calculations

Structural, MEP and civil engineering documents signed by licensed UAE engineers.

Authority Submissions

Authority Submissions

Dubai Municipality, Trakhees, DDA and developer NOC submissions — managed end to end.

What Our Clients Say

Planning a design approvals? Fixed-price quote in 24 hours

Free site visit for projects over AED 10,000. 3-year warranty on all works.

Client Testimonials

★★★★★

"The municipality approval process seemed impossible until First Unicorn took it over. Approved in three weeks."

— Claire M. · Jumeirah Park
★★★★★

"Their architectural drawings were so detailed that every trade on site knew exactly what to do. Zero ambiguity."

— Omar F. · Palm Jumeirah
★★★★★

"The 3D visualisation convinced my wife. She could finally see the vision, and the finished result matched perfectly."

— David H. · Victory Heights
★★★★★

"Getting NOCs from Nakheel and Dubai Municipality was their problem, not ours. That alone was worth it."

— Natasha K. · Discovery Gardens

Need Drawings or Approvals?

We handle the full design and approval process — from first sketch to stamped permit.

See it before you build it

Free 3D design concept for your design approvals — based on 800+ completed Dubai projects.

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Our Services

Swimming PoolKitchen RenovationBathroom RenovationVilla RenovationGlass & AluminiumSolar Panels

Communities

Palm JumeirahArabian RanchesEmirates HillsDubai HillsDAMAC HillsTilal Al Ghaf
At a Glance

Design and approvals for villa renovations in Dubai typically cost AED 5K-15K for engineering drawings and NOC processing, taking 4-8 weeks including municipality submissions. First Unicorn Interiors handles full approvals with 3-year warranty on related works, ensuring compliance with Dubai Municipality standards for residential projects.

Key facts
  • Architectural design and 3D visualization for Dubai interiors start at AED 3K for villas under 5,000 sq ft.
  • Municipality approvals and building permits processed in 4-6 weeks via Dubai Municipality (DM) submissions.
  • NOC from DEWA for electrical/plumbing approvals required for all fit-outs, issued within 2 weeks post-inspection.
  • 3-year warranty on design-integrated renovations covering structural and joinery defects.
  • Over 800 projects completed by First Unicorn Interiors, specializing in villa extensions starting at AED 120K.

Quick answers

How much does design and approvals cost for a villa renovation in Dubai?
Basic engineering drawings and 3D visualization cost AED 5K-10K for villas up to 4,000 sq ft. Full approvals including NOC and permits add AED 8K-15K. First Unicorn Interiors bundles this with renovations starting at AED 150K for complete villa projects.
How long does the design and approvals process take in Dubai?
Initial design and drawings take 2-3 weeks for standard residential scopes. Approvals and permits processing requires 4-6 weeks for low-rise villas. Complex extensions extend to 6-8 weeks including DEWA inspections.
What permits and NOCs are needed for design approvals in Dubai?
Dubai Municipality (DM) issues building permits for structural changes. DEWA provides NOC for electrical and plumbing connections. RERA approval is required for rental properties, while master developers like Emaar handle community-specific NOCs.
What services are included in First Unicorn Interiors' design portfolio?
Services cover architectural design, engineering drawings, 3D visualization, and full municipality approvals. They handle 800+ projects with in-house teams, including villa fit-outs starting at AED 150K and extensions at AED 120K.
How many projects has First Unicorn Interiors completed for approvals?
First Unicorn Interiors has managed approvals for over 800 renovation projects in Dubai. This includes 300+ residential villas and 200 commercial fit-outs, all compliant with DM and DEWA regulations.
What warranty applies?
3-year craftsmanship warranty, covers workmanship + materials defects, includes structural, plumbing, electrical, tiling, joinery, finishes.