Dubai Municipality launches the first-of-its-kind “Work from the Garden” initiative to enhance lifestyles, work and communication

Dubai Municipality launched an initiative to develop work spaces in public parks, “Work From Park”, in a qualitative step aimed at redefining the role of parks as integrated urban spaces, providing an experience that combines productivity, entertainment and nature at the same time, and within it provides a flexible work environment that makes them more attractive destinations, luxury and quality of life. Within the framework of implementing this strategic initiative; The municipality signed two memorandums of cooperation with the Amana Group and Let’s Work LLC to support the development of advanced infrastructure for future work spaces and their operation within public parks in the emirate.

This initiative comes within Dubai Municipality’s efforts to activate parks and public facilities as multi-use urban assets that support modern lifestyles and work, enhance economic productivity, and enhance community and human interaction, in a manner that is integrated with the objectives of the afforestation and parks strategy 2040, and constitutes a pivotal station in supporting the objectives of the Dubai Urban Plan 2040, in addition to the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33.
The Work From Park initiative presents an innovative urban model that repositions public parks to be open and productive environments, designed to support entrepreneurs, independent workers, and small and medium-sized companies, in addition to the remote work system, in addition to being entertainment destinations.

The first major destination of the initiative is scheduled to open in May 2026 in Al Barsha Pond Park, where it will include modular work spaces designed according to the highest standards of sustainability, and integrated with the natural environment of the park. Additional locations within the parks will also be launched throughout the year, enhancing the spread of the concept throughout the emirate.
Badr Anwahi, Executive Director of the Public Utilities Corporation at Dubai Municipality, stressed that Dubai continues to consolidate its global leadership in developing innovative urban models that respond to the requirements of communities and individuals and provide integrated interactive experiences in public parks. He said: “The “Work from the Park” initiative reflects Dubai Municipality’s commitment to transforming public parks into integrated urban spaces ready for the future, enhancing the quality of life and supporting economic mobility at the same time. Through our partnerships with (Amana Group) and (Let’s Work), we employ the latest advanced construction methodologies, And innovative workspace models, along with private sector expertise, to provide a new and pioneering model for public infrastructure that is flexible and sustainable, and is in line with modern lifestyles and work, which contributes to providing an advanced level of sustainable quality of life for Dubai’s residents and residents.”

For his part, Richard Abboud, CEO of Amana Group, said: “We are pleased to be part of the (Work from Park) initiative in cooperation with Dubai Municipality and (Let’s Work). We are honored to contribute to the construction of the first of these facilities, using the latest modular construction techniques, and in line with the United Arab Emirates’ sustainable vision.”

Omar Al Muhairi, co-founder of Let’s Work, said: “Our partnership with Dubai Municipality in the ‘Work from the Park’ initiative represents an important step towards redefining the future of flexible work in the UAE. By integrating our digital platform with world-class parks in Dubai, we are providing inspiring and technologically equipped work environments for entrepreneurs, freelancers and content creators, far from the traditional template of offices. We are particularly looking forward to launching creative workspaces and podcast studios, giving the next generation of innovators access To the tools and environment that help them grow and prosper, and this partnership embodies Dubai’s commitment to building a sustainable economy based on innovation.”

Under the agreement, and through Dubox Company, Amana Group will create and develop the first work space from the park in Al Barsha Pond Park, using prefabricated modular construction technology, in line with strategies of sustainability, flexibility and speed. Modular construction is characterized by the possibility of manufacturing units off-site according to the highest quality standards, then transporting and installing them on-site with high efficiency and in record time, which reduces waste, limits the environmental impact, and contributes to raising the efficiency of resources, ensuring that spaces are compatible with the needs of users and the development of operating requirements within public parks.

Within the framework of the agreement with Let’s Work, the partnership will focus on activating and operating the initiative within public parks, including Al Barsha Pond Park, to be a flexible and open work environment for everyone. Through the Letswork platform, users will be able to access an integrated network of diverse workspaces, including: Temporary offices, event spaces, podcast studios, and creative production facilities.
The partnership with Let’s Work also focuses on supporting content creators by developing a group of “creative workspaces” designed to keep pace with their needs, preferences, and the nature of their work, thus enhancing their presence in a creative sector that is witnessing rapid growth, in addition to launching educational programs and joint sessions aimed at supporting creative talents, promoting entrepreneurship in Dubai, developing skills, and opening new opportunities for cooperation.

Together, these partnerships contribute to achieving advanced integration between design, implementation and operation, ensuring the readiness of public parks to support productivity and work, and enhance community interaction.
The initiative will be implemented through a structured partnership model between the public and private sectors, which opens broad horizons for private sector participation, stimulates investments, and supports building a sustainable urban economy based on innovation.
Dubai Municipality continues its efforts to transform public spaces and parks with methods and practices carefully designed to suit the needs and requirements of all members of society, thus enhancing its vision of developing a vibrant, sustainable and pioneering city that improves the quality of life, supports economic growth, and supports Dubai’s position as one of the global cities most prepared for the future.