DESERT GROUP CEO SPEAKING TO KHALEEJ TIMES IN AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
Speaking to Khaleej Times in an exclusive interview, Michael Mascarenhas looked back on how the Desert Group has been at the forefront of “greening the UAE”. “Most of the plants that you see in Dubai, and the UAE, would have come from our nurseries. Several of the most iconic locations across Dubai such as Madinat Jumeirah, Bab […]
DUBAI HILLS WORLD’S BEST GOLF COURSE 2019
The Championship course at Dubai Hills Golf Club has just been crowned the” World’s Best New Golf Course 2019” at the World Golf Awards. The course was constructed by Desert Group, which also constructed the Jumeirah Golf Estates. They have used the latest salt-tolerant paspalum grass varieties, with the irrigation system from Rain Bird. The […]
ARABIAN RANCHES REOPENS FOLLOWING MAJOR GREENS RENOVATION
The renovation was undertaken by Desert Landscape, a division of Desert Group, who completed the project two weeks ahead of schedule. The course was closed to pave way for a greens renovation due to the invasion of foreign grasses, which had affected the uniformity, appearance and smoothness of the greens. Kinsley was quick to point […]
SWIMMING POOLS DESIGNS WITH EXOTIC STONES
The color variations and gradients created by using natural stones in swimming pools are trending among design enthusiasts. A well-executed swimming pool that makes use of light, cloud cover and ambiance to the maximum potential can be very soothing and artful. Natural Stone elevates the aesthetics and is sturdy which makes it the ideal choice […]
FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE TURF CARE
A well maintained turf is a sight to behold. Building and maintaining a sports field is a science on its own. Every product and effort that goes into creating a sports turf is guided by various unique conditions of a particular site. Ben Corby, Sports Turf Manager and Agronomist at Desert Group throws light on […]
TACTILE PAVERS
Tactile Ground Surface Indicators (TGSI) are equipment used to facilitate navigation for the vision impaired. These detectable warning surfaces are standardized that guide people through texture. • Made from inserts or built directly into ground surfaces made of concrete or arranged with adhesive stickers as a retro fit solution. • Two standardized types of TGSI- […]
LIVING GREEN WALLS 101: WHAT, WHY AND HOW?
A living green wall is a wall surface that is designed and covered with greenery. It offers architects and consultants to provide a cost effective solution by turning monotonous walls into aesthetically pleasing living vertical gardens. In addition to the breath-taking scenery, green walls have many other benefits that make them an obvious choice. Diversity […]
‘SHIFTING SANDS’ NOW OPEN TO PUBLIC AT DOWNTOWN DESIGN 2018!
Depicting the dramatic cultivation that has swept across the Emirates over the last 30 years, our installation, ‘Shifting Sands’, is now open to public at Downtown Design 2018! A big shout out to Dubai Garden Centre, House of Timber and Plantscapes for transforming our design to reality. We look forward to seeing you there.
THE MIDDLE EAST ARCHITECT AWARDS
Desert Ink bagged the award for Landscape Design of The Year at The Middle East Architect Awards.
ARCHITECT AWARDS 2018 SHORTLISTED DESERT INK
Architect awards 2018 shortlisted Desert Ink for Landscape design of the year and sustainable project of the year awards.