Updated 2026-07-23 — Latest 2026 prices and availability
Quick Answer
Retail fit-out in Dubai lives and dies on mall management approvals and speed. A proper retail fit-out contractor handles mall and Dubai Municipality approvals, builds shopfront, display joinery, lighting and MEP to brand standards, and hands over fast on a fixed price — because every day dark is lost sales. First Unicorn delivers turnkey shops, showrooms and mall units.
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- Mall & DM approvalsMall management fit-out approvals and Dubai Municipality permits handled in-house — mandatory to trade.
- Shopfront & display joineryStorefront, display systems and custom joinery built to brand guidelines and durable for footfall.
- Lighting & MEPRetail lighting design, power, data and HVAC that make product look right and pass inspection.
- Brand & POSSignage, branding and POS/back-of-house infrastructure integrated into the build.
- Fast, fixed handoverA fixed BOQ and a tight programme — retail fit-out speed protects your rent and revenue.
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Mall & DM
Mall management and Dubai Municipality fit-out approvals handled in-house.
Shopfront & Joinery
Storefront, display systems and custom joinery to brand standard.
Lighting & MEP
Retail lighting, power, data and HVAC engineered for product and compliance.
Fast Handover
A fixed price and a tight programme so you trade sooner — with warranty.
Trusted Across Dubai
800+ projects delivered · 4.9★ from 127 client reviews · Dubai Municipality Grade-1 licensed · 3-year workmanship warranty. See our client reviews and portfolio.
From First Call to Handover
Free Site Survey
We visit your property, understand the scope and take real measurements — before any number is quoted.
Design & Fixed BOQ
Concept design plus a line-by-line fixed quote and a written programme with your handover date.
Approvals & Build
We secure every NOC and permit, then build with weekly progress updates and one project manager.
Handover & Warranty
Snag-free handover, final walkthrough and a written multi-year workmanship warranty.
Get a Fixed Retail Fit-Out Quote
Send your unit size, mall/location and brand on WhatsApp — we'll survey and give a fixed BOQ. Related: fit-out companies in Dubai.
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Retail Fit-Out in Dubai — FAQ
How much does retail fit-out cost in Dubai?
Retail fit-out in Dubai typically runs AED 120-350+ per sq ft depending on shopfront, joinery and lighting. Showrooms and flagship stores sit higher. First Unicorn gives a fixed price from a real BOQ.
Do you handle mall management approvals?
Yes — mall management fit-out approvals and Dubai Municipality permits are handled in-house, including drawings and inspections.
How fast can a retail unit be fitted out?
Most retail units take 3-6 weeks depending on size and approvals. We build a tight programme because retail speed protects your rent and sales.
Do you do showrooms and pop-ups too?
Yes — mall units, high-street shops, showrooms and pop-ups, all turnkey with branding and POS infrastructure.
Retail fit-out in Dubai costs AED 25,000+ for small shops, AED 50,000+ for mid-size, and AED 100,000+ for large mall units. Typical timeline is 4-6 weeks for small, 6-10 weeks for mid-size, and 10-16 weeks for large projects. First Unicorn handles all mall and DM approvals in-house.
- Retail fit-out costs from AED 25K for small shops, AED 50K+ for mid-size, AED 100K+ for large mall units.
- Typical timeline: 4-6 weeks (small), 6-10 weeks (mid-size), 10-16 weeks (large).
- In-house handling of mall approvals and DM permits.
- Free site survey and line-by-line BOQ with fixed price.
- 3-year workmanship warranty on all fit-outs.