Private developer in the UAE – Azizi Developments – has partnered with homegrown firm – MZ Architects – for the concept design of 11 buildings in its approximately AED 30bn mixed-use development, Azizi Venice, located in Dubai South.
Azizi Venice will include 30,000 residential units across approximately 100 apartment complexes, and over 400 luxury villas and mansions. Azizi Developments is taking on the role of master developer, in charge of constructing the buildings, roads, and all the infrastructure.
Azizi Developments’ Sales Gallery can be visited on the 13th floor of the Conrad Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road.
“We are thrilled to be partnering with the renowned MZ Architects for Azizi Venice. We look forward to their concept designs, which we are confident will elevate the aesthetics of our Venice projects to new heights, creating spaces that inspire and showcase our commitment to excellence.”
Mr. Farhad Azizi, Chief Executive Officer, Azizi Developments
At the heart of Azizi Venice lies its luxurious pedestrian-friendly boulevard, which will be open-air in the winter and glass-covered in the summer to ensure a temperature-controlled space with year-round activity and visitors.
Lined with three-storey buildings planned to host the world’s top retailers and brands, nightlife and entertainment options – as well as eateries that represent a vast number of countries from across the world, Azizi Boulevard will represent a new and unique point of interest on Dubai’s map of outstanding sights.
Another major attraction within Azizi Venice will be the Azizi Opera. Located at the heart of the boulevard and built to the highest, most contemporary standards in design and architecture, Azizi Opera will become one of the most notable venues for cultural and community events in Dubai.
Azizi Venice is planned to welcome over 30,000 visitors on a daily basis. A prime tourist attraction and high-end local hotspot, Azizi Venice is planned to welcome over 30,000 visitors on a daily basis.
The community will have its own two Azizi-owned and operated five-star hotels at the entrances of the community, as well as one boutique hotel located on an island in the middle of the lagoon. A large number of underground parking spaces will be built to grant tens of thousands of daily visitor’s easy access to Azizi Boulevard and Azizi Opera.
Founded in 2002 by visionary architect Marwan Zgheib, MZ Architects stands as a beacon of innovation and design excellence in the global architectural landscape. The company specialises in a diverse range of projects ranging from residential to iconic cultural landmarks.


