2 Bedroom Apartment in Burj Khalifa Area, Downtown Dubai

Some places just kind of press pause on your day the second you step inside. This two bedroom apartment at the Armani Residences in Downtown Dubai sits right inside Burj Khalifa itself. I have to say you feel that right away. It is one of those real world famous addresses that is even better once you turn the handle and walk in for real. You almost have to stop for a moment near the foyer and let your eyes adjust to the light coming in from those huge floor to ceiling windows. Honestly I did exactly that the first time I came here. The Dubai city skyline just opens up in front of you and you get this full view of the city moving along below. You hear people talk about living in Downtown Dubai but until you have this kind of view of the Fountains and everything spread out at your feet it really does not hit you. It makes the apartment feel bigger and surprisingly a lot quieter too. You get the hum of the city without actually having to be in the middle of all the noise.

As you move inside the apartment it just has this totally calm feeling. I think a lot of it is the colours and the way the space is done. Nothing jumps out and nothing feels flashy. It is just soft and earthy like only Armani knows how to do. The textures really work. You will notice it in how the walls and the floor almost blend and the light fixtures are not there to show off but just to fit in. The kitchen is not one of those fake ones either. It feels like a space where someone might actually cook dinner after work or do breakfast on sleepy mornings. All the appliances sit just where you want them. But then again if cooking is not your thing Dubai Mall is literally next door and you have enough cafes and bakeries at your doorstep that you never have to think twice about eating in or out.

That sense of privacy is something you might not expect in Downtown Dubai. The apartment is right in the iconic Burj Khalifa but it never feels busy or showy. For me it is a lot more about comfort and actual day to day living rather than putting your name at a famous address just for the sake of it. The living and dining area is open plan so there is plenty of room to relax or have a few friends over. There is a space by the window that is perfect for just sitting back and people watching or picking up a good book. At night the Fountains do their thing and you can just switch off the lights for a bit and catch the reflections on the glass. Both bedrooms have the same peaceful vibe. Sometimes the lights from the city sneak in and you get this soft nighttime glow that makes winding down kind of easy. The bedrooms are tucked away just enough that you get your privacy but it never feels closed in.

Day to day stuff just works well here. The concierge desk actually remembers your name. You have round the clock room service and housekeeping so the little things do not stack up on you. If you want to keep up with fitness there is a gym right in the building plus a spa to unwind. Sometimes I just step out onto the pool deck when there is a bit of a breeze and you forget you are so high up. The lifts are honestly quick too so even if you run out for late night snacks or early meetings you are not left waiting around. If you are not driving there are always taxis outside and parking feels simple compared to lots of other places.

You really cannot beat the location either. Dubai Opera is basically next door. You walk out and you are by the Fountains in about two minutes. The neighbourhood never really sleeps. Whether you like big city energy or want to be close to the best restaurants and shops there is always something going on. I see a mix of residents here all the time. Some couples headed back from a show or people carrying shopping bags from the latest launches in the mall. And yet when you come back inside it feels like your own space. Quiet and yours.

This apartment is not only for someone looking for a trophy address. If you want a real city home in probably the most iconic spot in Dubai you just have to come feel it for yourself. If you want to talk about what it is like living here or just pop by for a walk through let me know. At LuxuryProperty dot com our job is just to make your next move as comfortable as possible.