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Practical guides and insights for consultants, contractors, and brands planning fit-out and joinery projects in Dubai & the UAE.

Retail 6 min readPrastara Team

Retail Fit-out Timeline in Dubai Malls: What Consultants Should Plan For

A practical breakdown of how long retail fit-outs take in Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Hills Mall, and other major shopping centres.

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Joinery 5 min readPrastara Team

Joinery Shop Drawings Checklist: What Consultants Need for Smooth Approvals

A practical checklist for architects and interior consultants to ensure joinery shop drawings are complete, coordinated, and approval-ready.

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Kiosks 7 min readPrastara Team

Kiosk Fit-out in Dubai: Mall Requirements, Timeline & What to Expect

Everything you need to know about building a kiosk in a Dubai mall — from DED licensing and mall authority submissions to modular builds and typical lead times.

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Guide 8 min readPrastara Team

How Much Does a Fit-out Cost in Dubai? Pricing Guide 2025

Detailed cost breakdown per sqft across retail, office, restaurant, and residential projects in Dubai.

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Guide 5 min readPrastara Team

7 Common Mistakes in Dubai Fit-out Projects

Biggest pitfalls that delay fit-out projects — from late submissions to poor MEP coordination.

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Process 6 min readPrastara Team

How Fit-out Contractors Work With Consultants

Guide for architects on what to expect from a professional fit-out contractor.

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Joinery 7 min readPrastara Team

Joinery Materials Guide for UAE Interiors

Wood species, veneers, laminates, lacquer finishes for joinery in Dubai — climate considerations included.

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