First Unicorn Design
STUDIO INTERIOR DESIGN · CONCEPT TO COMPLETION
Beautifully designed luxury Dubai home interior with premium contemporary aesthetic
★ CONCEPT · 3D · MATERIALS · CUSTOM FURNITURE · ART

Studio Interior Design From Concept to Completion. Magazine-Quality.

Premium interior design — concept, 3D, material selection, custom furniture, art curation, full execution. Modern, classic, Arabic, contemporary, organic, ultra-luxury styles. Studio-quality output. Concept-to-completion service. 3-year warranty. 800+ Dubai homes designed.

800+Projects Done
FixedPrice Quotes
DM/DCDApprovals
AED 5MInsurance
60-MinResponse
4.9★127 Reviews
THE PROBLEM

Why Most Dubai Interior Design Engagements Disappoint

After 800+ design projects, here's why most disappoint — and how studio-level design delivers consistently magazine-quality results.

The hidden cost of 'budget designers': Most charge AED 50-100/sqft for design only, then disappear during execution. Owners deal with finger-pointing between designer + contractor + furniture suppliers. Result: design vision diluted, deadlines missed, costs exceed budget. We integrate design WITH execution.

Designer-Only Engagements Lose 50% of Vision

Design-only firms hand off drawings, then disappear. Contractor doesn't understand intent, supplies generic materials. Result: finished home looks 50% as good as renderings.

Generic Material Selection Wrecks Design

Most designers spec generic materials. Owner discovers ceramics instead of marble, MDF instead of solid wood, generic LED instead of designer lighting. Vision diluted.

Custom Furniture is Essential — Most Skip It

Off-the-shelf furniture rarely fits luxury homes. Custom millwork, headboards, dining tables, bars are essential. Most designers skip — increasing design-to-execution gap.

Art Curation Often Missing — Critical Element

Empty walls = unfinished home. Most designers don't curate art. We work with galleries (Christie's, Sotheby's, local) for art curation as part of design.

SIDE-BY-SIDE
Interior — First Unicorn Interiors project, Dubai

First Unicorn Design vs. Typical Dubai Interior Designer

Same project, two very different outcomes. Here's exactly how our service compares to the industry standard.

What You Get First Unicorn Design Typical Dubai Provider
Pricing Model Fixed price quoted upfront Hourly billing or % of build cost
First-Time Quality 98% pass first review/inspection 40-60% industry average
Turnaround Time Industry-leading delivery time 2-3x slower typical
Authority Approvals All handled in-house Charged extra, often outsourced
Community NOCs All included in package Charged AED 5K-15K per NOC extra
Same Team End-to-End Yes — single point of accountability Hand-off to multiple teams
Warranty 3-year warranty on all work 1 year industry standard
Response Time 60 minutes during business hours 1-3 business days typical
Free Consultation + Site Visit Yes, free anywhere in Dubai AED 2,500-5,000 typical fee
Revisions & Resubmissions Unlimited revisions included Usually 2 rounds, then charged extra
Quality of interior design Premium materials + expert craftsmanship Standard materials, generic execution
Construction Coordination 70% fewer site issues vs industry Frequent change orders + RFIs
WHY 800+ DUBAI HOMEOWNERS CHOSE US

Planning an interior design? Fixed-price quote in 24 hours

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

Interior — First Unicorn Interiors project, Dubai

8 Reasons First Unicorn Design Wins

Studio-level design + flawless execution. Here's how we deliver magazine-quality results consistently.

Concept to Completion Service

Design + execution under one team. No designer-contractor finger-pointing. Vision preserved through finishing.

3D Renderings + VR Walk-Throughs

Photorealistic 3D renderings, VR walk-throughs. See your home before it's built. Approve materials, lighting, layout.

Custom Italian Millwork

Custom kitchen, joinery, headboards, dining tables, bars. Premium walnut, oak, exotic woods. Hand-finished.

Premium Materials Sourcing

Italian marble (Calacatta, Statuario, Onyx), Italian glass mosaic (Bisazza, Sicis), exotic stones, designer lighting (Flos, Lasvit, Bocci).

Art Curation + Sourcing

Art curation from international galleries (Christie's, Sotheby's, local). Custom commissioned pieces. Investment-grade art.

Designer Furniture Sourcing

Italian: Cassina, B&B Italia, Minotti, Poltrona Frau. French: Roche Bobois. Plus custom Italian furniture.

Designer Lighting Specialty

Designer lighting (Flos, Lasvit, Bocci, Lee Broom). Lighting design integral to interior design — not afterthought.

Free Design Consultation

Free 60-min consultation, free style assessment, free 3D teaser, fixed-price quote within 7 days.

TRANSPARENT PRICING

Interior Design Packages — Quoted Fixed

Three packages: design-only consulting to full concept-to-completion delivery.

Design Consulting Only

AED 50 – 150/sqft
Design + drawings only
  • Design concept + style consultation
  • Furniture layout drawings
  • Material + finish specifications
  • Lighting design
  • Color scheme + palette
  • Furniture + art recommendations
  • 3 design review meetings
  • Design package delivered
Consulting Quote →

Ultra-Luxury Bespoke Design

AED 1,800 – 5,000+/sqft
Bespoke · Limited engagements
  • Bespoke design from scratch
  • Hand-selected exotic stones (onyx)
  • Custom hand-finished millwork
  • Bespoke custom furniture
  • Investment-grade art curation
  • Crestron/Lutron full smart home
  • Designer involvement throughout
  • Architectural review approval
  • 14-week delivery
Ultra-Luxury Quote →
Pricing per sqft of design area. Furniture + art separate (recommended budget). Free design consultation within 48 hours.
OUR PROCESS
Interior — First Unicorn Interiors project, Dubai

From Free Consultation to Magazine-Quality Home

A proven 6-phase design process refined across 800+ Dubai homes.

1

Free Design Consultation

Day 1-3 · FREE

Free 60-min consultation, style assessment, lifestyle discussion, free 3D teaser, fixed-price quote within 7 days.

2

Concept Design + Mood Board

Day 7-21

Concept design, style direction, mood boards (3 options), color palette, material direction. Owner approval before next phase.

3

Detailed Design + 3D + VR

Day 21-50

Detailed drawings, 3D renderings of all rooms, VR walk-throughs (optional), material specifications, furniture selection, lighting design. All approved before execution.

4

Procurement + Custom Production

Day 35-70 · Parallel

Premium materials sourcing, custom millwork production, designer furniture procurement, lighting procurement, art sourcing.

5

Execution + Installation

Day 50-110

Site preparation, surface work, marble + tile installation, custom millwork installation, designer lighting, furniture placement, art installation.

6

Final Styling + Photography

Day 110-120 + 3-Year Warranty

Final styling (textiles, accessories, plants), professional photography for owner, smart home programming. 3-year warranty active.

INTERIOR DESIGN EXPERTISE
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Design Standards + Brand Partners

International design standards. Direct relationships with premium brands.

International Design Standards

ASID, IIDA design body standards

Cassina / B&B Italia / Minotti

Premium Italian furniture

Poltrona Frau / Edra

Premium Italian leather + custom

Roche Bobois

Premium French furniture

Boffi / Snaidero / Poliform

Italian kitchen designers

Flos / Lasvit / Bocci

Designer lighting

Lee Broom / Tom Dixon

Statement lighting designers

Calacatta / Statuario / Onyx

Italian marble suppliers

Bisazza / Sicis / Trend

Italian glass mosaic

Christie's / Sotheby's

International art galleries

Crestron / Lutron / Control4

Smart home integration

BIM Coordination

Building Information Modeling

98% first-submission approval rate · 800+ projects · Zero rejections beyond second submission in last 5 years
RECENT PROJECTS

See it before you build it

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

Magazine-Quality Designs Across Dubai

Six recent interior design projects across multiple styles.

Modern minimalist Dubai villa interior
PALM JUMEIRAH

Frond M Modern Minimalist

Modern minimalist design: contemporary architecture, neutral palette, designer Italian furniture, marble accents, art curation.

ModernStyle
ItalianFurniture
ArtCurated
Classical European Dubai villa interior
EMIRATES HILLS

Sector E Classical European

Classical European design: neoclassical details, gold accents, oriental rugs, crystal chandelier, traditional luxury aesthetic.

ClassicalEuropean
TraditionalLuxury
CrystalChandelier
Modern Arabic Dubai villa interior
DUBAI HILLS ESTATE

Maple Modern Arabic Design

Modern Arabic design: Mashrabiya screens, Islamic geometric patterns, brass and marble, plush textiles, warm earth tones.

MashrabiyaScreens
Brass+ Marble
EarthTones
Contemporary Dubai apartment interior
DUBAI MARINA

Marina Contemporary Apartment

Contemporary design: statement furniture, art installations, mixed materials (marble, brass, leather), gallery quality.

StatementFurniture
ArtInstallations
GalleryQuality
Organic modern Dubai villa interior
AL BARARI

Sustainable Organic Modern

Organic modern design: natural materials (wood, stone, linen), earth tones, biophilic elements, sustainable approach.

NaturalMaterials
BiophilicElements
SustainableApproach
Ultra-luxury Dubai penthouse interior
JUMEIRAH BAY ISLAND

Beachfront Ultra-Luxury

Ultra-luxury bespoke design: custom Italian millwork, exotic stones, designer lighting, art collection, panoramic skyline view.

CustomMillwork
ExoticStones
ArtCollection
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INSTANT ESTIMATE

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AED 1,000 – 1,800/sqft

Full design + execution · 12-week delivery

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CLIENT REVIEWS

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What 800+ Dubai Homeowners Say

4.9/5 from 127 verified reviews. Recent design projects:

★★★★★

"Studio-level design from concept through art installation. The home looks identical to the 3D renderings — usually only 50% as good. The integrated team made the difference."

RA
Rashid A. Palm Jumeirah · Modern Minimalist
★★★★★

"Modern Arabic design integrating Mashrabiya screens, Islamic geometric patterns, premium materials. Best representation of Arabic luxury we've seen. Cultural authenticity preserved."

SK
Sarah K. Dubai Hills · Modern Arabic
★★★★★

"Ultra-luxury bespoke design with custom Italian millwork, exotic stones, art curation. Investment-grade art now appreciates as part of the home value. Beyond expectations."

AM
Ahmed M. Jumeirah Bay · Ultra-Luxury
REAL-TIME PROOF

Live Performance — Last 90 Days

Transparent track record. Updated quarterly. No marketing fluff — just numbers.

12
Design projects active
100%
Vision-to-execution match
100+
Designer brand partners
4.9★
Average rating

Recent Wins

  • Palm Jumeirah · Modern minimalist ✓ Studio-quality
  • Emirates Hills · Classical European ✓ Traditional luxury
  • Dubai Hills · Modern Arabic ✓ Cultural authentic
  • Marina · Contemporary apartment ✓ Gallery quality
  • Al Barari · Organic modern ✓ Sustainable
  • Jumeirah Bay · Ultra-luxury bespoke ✓ Investment-grade
  • Downtown Penthouse · Custom design ✓ Magazine quality
CERTIFICATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS
DM ApprovedDubai Municipality registered consultant
DDA RegisteredDubai Development Authority approved
Trakhees ListedPalm Jumeirah / freehold zone approved
800+ ProjectsAcross UAE since inception
4.9★ Google127 verified reviews
At a Glance

Interior design in Dubai by First Unicorn Design starts at AED 150K+ for full villa projects, covering concept to completion with 3D renders, material selection, custom furniture, and art curation. The studio process takes 8-12 weeks for modern or classic styles, backed by a 3-year warranty on over 800 completed homes.

Key facts
  • 800+ Dubai homes designed with fixed-price quotes starting AED 150K+ for villas.
  • 3-year warranty covers workmanship, materials, and finishes in all projects.
  • In-house team handles DM/DCD approvals for seamless execution.
  • Magazine-quality output in styles like contemporary, Arabic, and ultra-luxury.
  • 60-minute response via WhatsApp +971 58 565 8002 for consultations.

Quick answers

How much does interior design cost in Dubai?
Full villa interior design costs AED 150K to AED 500K depending on size and luxury level. Kitchen-focused designs range AED 45K to AED 100K, including custom cabinetry and appliances. Bathroom interiors start at AED 25K, covering tiling, fixtures, and lighting by First Unicorn Design.
How long does the interior design process take?
Basic concept and 3D visualization take 2-4 weeks for small spaces like lounges. Full villa execution from concept to completion spans 8-12 weeks, including material sourcing and installation. Ultra-luxury projects with custom furniture extend to 12-16 weeks.
What permits are needed for interior design in Dubai?
Dubai Municipality (DM) issues building permits for structural changes; DEWA approves electrical and plumbing modifications. For community-specific works, master developers like Emaar or Nakheel require NOC. First Unicorn Design handles all DM/DCD approvals internally.
What styles does First Unicorn Design offer?
Styles include modern minimalist (e.g., Dubai Hills projects), classic Arabian (e.g., Arabian Ranches majlis), and contemporary (e.g., Palm Jumeirah villas). Over 800 projects feature organic and biophilic designs in areas like Al Barari. Ultra-luxury options use premium materials for magazine-quality results.
How many projects has First Unicorn Design completed?
The studio has designed over 800 homes in Dubai, including 200+ villas in Palm Jumeirah and Emirates Hills. This includes 150 full renovations with custom furniture and art. AED 5M insurance covers all executions for client protection.
What warranty applies?
3-year craftsmanship warranty, covers workmanship + materials defects, includes structural, plumbing, electrical, tiling, joinery, finishes.
FREQUENTLY ASKED

Everything Dubai Homeowners Ask About Interior Design

15 most common questions. WhatsApp us for anything else — answered within 60 minutes.

How much does interior design cost in Dubai? +

AED 50/sqft (consulting only) to AED 5,000+/sqft (ultra-luxury bespoke). 3-tier: Consulting Only (AED 50-150/sqft, AED 30K-200K total), Full Design + Execution (AED 1,000-1,800/sqft, AED 500K-5M), Ultra-Luxury Bespoke (AED 1,800-5,000+/sqft, AED 3M-50M+).

How long does interior design take? +

Consulting only: 6-8 weeks. Full design + execution: 12 weeks. Ultra-luxury bespoke: 14 weeks. Industry average is 18-24 weeks for execution — we're faster due to integrated team.

What styles do you specialize in? +

Modern minimalist, Classical European, Modern Arabic, Contemporary, Organic Modern, Ultra-Luxury Bespoke. We adapt to client style — not impose ours. Style assessment in initial consultation.

Do you handle full execution or just design? +

Both. Design Consulting Only = drawings + recommendations. Full Design + Execution = concept to completion under one team. Most clients prefer integrated approach.

Can you work with my existing furniture / art? +

Yes — incorporating existing pieces (especially heirlooms, art, sentimental items) is common. Style assessment includes existing pieces. Designer reconciles new + existing.

Do you provide 3D renderings? +

Yes — photorealistic 3D renderings of all rooms standard. VR walk-throughs available for premium tier. See your home before it's built.

What about custom furniture? +

Yes — custom millwork (kitchen, joinery, headboards, dining tables, bars), custom upholstery, custom rugs available. Italian craftsmanship standard.

Do you source designer furniture brands? +

Yes — direct relationships with Cassina, B&B Italia, Minotti, Poltrona Frau, Edra (Italian), Roche Bobois (French), Walter Knoll (German). Premium brand sourcing.

Can you curate art? +

Yes — art curation specialty. International galleries (Christie's, Sotheby's), local Dubai galleries, custom commissioned pieces. Investment-grade for ultra-luxury.

Do you handle smart home integration? +

Yes — smart home integration as part of design. Crestron, Lutron, Control4. Lighting, climate, security, audio, video. Integration is design choice — not afterthought.

What about lighting design? +

Yes — lighting design is integral to interior design (not afterthought). Designer brands (Flos, Lasvit, Bocci, Lee Broom). Layered lighting (ambient, task, accent, decorative).

Can you do retail / hospitality design? +

Limited — primarily residential design specialty. Retail + hospitality design is different discipline. We refer to specialized firms when relevant.

Do you work with architects on new builds? +

Yes — collaboration with external architects for new builds is common. We provide interior design, architect provides architectural envelope. BIM-coordinated.

What about furniture warranty? +

Designer brands provide their own warranties (typically 2-5 years for furniture, 5-10 years for cushions). Our installation + custom millwork: 3-year warranty.

How do I get started? +

WhatsApp +971 58 565 8002 with home details — community, BUA, style preferences, budget range. Free 60-min consultation within 48 hours, fixed-price quote within 7 days.

Get a Magazine-Quality Designed Home. Concept to Completion.

Free design consultation, free 3D teaser, fixed-price quote in 7 days. 800+ homes designed. Studio-quality output guaranteed.

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