Dubai launches workspaces in Al Barsha Pond Park
Workers in Dubai can now swap traditional office surroundings for greenery and lake views, thanks to the Work from Park initiative, which lets people work in a public park for Dh50 a day. Announced earlier this year, Al Barsha Pond Park was designated as the “first flagship destination” for the project. Launched by Dubai Municipality in collaboration with Letswork and Group Amana at Al Barsha…
Dubai has introduced a new initiative called Work from Park, which provides workers with an alternative to traditional office settings by offering greenery and lake views in a public park. The first destination for this project is Al Barsha Pond Park, where two buildings house various workspaces such as an open-plan co-working area, private offices, and meeting rooms. These facilities are equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, power sockets, and outdoor seating areas that offer park and lake views.
The initiative, launched by Dubai Municipality in collaboration with Letswork and Group Amana, is divided into three zones to cater to different work needs. The co-working area starts at Dh50 per day and includes workspace access, power sockets, high-speed internet, and coffee. Meeting rooms are available for hourly or full-day reservations, starting at Dh200.
Private office suites and dedicated desks are also offered for monthly or longer-term rental, with prices ranging from Dh1,200 for a monthly dedicated desk to yet-to-be-confirmed private office rates.
Omar Almheiri, co-founder and chief technology officer of Letswork, explained that the project aims to create a working community with limited spaces available. The facility has already drawn significant attention, resulting in a waiting list of potential users. Ahmed Al Marzooqi, director of public parks at Dubai Municipality, mentioned that the authority is considering expanding the initiative to other parks based on demand at Al Barsha Pond Park, expecting a high turnout of visitors.
The indoor facilities can accommodate over 45 people, while additional visitors can use the outdoor seating areas for free. Wi-Fi is also accessible outdoors. Operating from 8am to 8pm, the facility's opening hours may be adjusted depending on demand. Dubai Municipality's initiative to integrate recreation, entertainment, and work in public parks aims to provide flexibility for those willing to work outside their offices and potentially boost productivity through the surrounding greenery and views.
Users like Emirati Fatima Al Marzooqi and government employee Sireen AbuSharib have expressed positive experiences using the park for work, praising the unique environment and potential productivity gains.
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