Alserkal Avenue’s creative community continues to grow


August 14, 2019 | By RetailME Bureau

Ten new concepts have opened their doors in Alserkal Avenue, further growing and diversifying the district’s cultural offerings. Âme Studio, Chalk, Cyacle (acquired by Careem), electriclimefilms, Italian Shoe Factory, KAVE, Shimis Yoga, Society Motors, Tamashee and Wisdom Warehouse, have joined the 500,000-sqft cultural district located in Dubai’s Al Quoz area.

“The original concepts opening in Alserkal Avenue add a new dimension to our vibrant community of creative home-grown entrepreneurs – a place where we continue to take a risk on the risk-takers,” says Alserkal director, Vilma Jurkute. “The new home-grown businesses continue to challenge and disrupt industries through a new way of thinking that is spearheaded by passionate entrepreneurs who collectively contribute to the growing creative economy of Dubai, and the region.”

Chalk (Warehouse 63), the brainchild of Emirati entrepreneur Anas Bukhash, is a unisex beauty salon, and will offer a range of grooming services. Shimis Yoga (Warehouse 42), founded by Simona Stanton, will add to the district’s wellness offering.

The family-run Italian Shoe Factory (Warehouse 9) is a manufacturer of custom-made shoes, offering services to both brands and individual clients.

KAVE (Warehouse 20) is an upcycling café concept founded by Rania and Zeina Kanaan, the sisters behind Charicyles. The space is also a fair-trade boutique and guitar shop and hosts workshops. Wisdom Warehouse (Warehouse 61) is a creative hub for children, offering hands-on activities and innovative learning methods through original clubs and workshops.

Floral studio Âme (Warehouse 81) is a retail, café and workshop space. High-end regional footwear brand Tamashee (Warehouse 59) has transformed its warehouse takeover space in Alserkal Avenue into a multi-purpose concept where visitors can shop, indulge in Saudi speciality coffee, or take part in art workshops.

Bikeshare operator Cyacle (Warehouse 30), which was recently acquired by Careem, is extending its reach by opening a Dubai office in Alserkal Avenue, as is boutique film house electriclimefilms (Warehouse 60), which opened its doors in The Yard.

Previous Article Next Article

SHARE

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE /



For decades, Haldiram’s built deep recall across the UAE through its packaged 

Continue Reading

April 27, 2026 | By Anurima Das

When House of Habanero opened its first physical location at Alserkal Avenue 

Continue Reading

April 16, 2026 | By Anurima Das

Union Coop has completed a significant expansion of its Hatta Souq branch, 

Continue Reading

January 20, 2026 | By RetailME Bureau

Saudi Arabia is set to welcome U.S. food exporters this week, as 

Continue Reading

November 12, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau

Majid Al Futtaim has officially entered the discount retail segment with the 

Continue Reading

October 24, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau

As convenience increasingly becomes currency in the region’s grocery landscape, Union Coop 

Continue Reading

October 15, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau

As wellness becomes a lifestyle in the UAE, the grocery aisle is 

Continue Reading

September 30, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau

Grandiose, one of the leading grocery retailers in the UAE with a 

Continue Reading

September 15, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau

With shifting consumer behaviour, rising cost pressures, regulatory changes, and rapid digitization, 

Continue Reading

September 1, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau

Union Coop’s blend of retail expansion, digital innovation, and community focus is 

Continue Reading

August 20, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau

Abu Dhabi-based MAIR Group has marked a pivotal stage in its transformation 

Continue Reading

August 18, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau

In a move that blurs the line between shopping and investing, Apparel 

Continue Reading

August 13, 2025 | By RetailME Bureau




Download Images RetailME Magazine