Sensia Residences: Redefining Residential Life in Dubai Maritime City

Dubai’s residential market is undergoing a fundamental shift: ambition is being replaced by lifestyle as the core design metric. dwp’s interior work on Sensia Residences demonstrates this new approach to living well in a rapidly evolving global metropolis.

The project, located in Dubai Maritime City, reinterprets Art Deco glamour for contemporary living. While the architectural framework provides theatrical grandeur and geometric rigour, dwp’s interior design delivers spatial fluidity and material sophistication. The result is a residential environment programmed for adaptability and well-being, where the interiors become a framework for how residents actually live.

Spatial Flow and Coastal Calm

dwp’s interior strategy responds to two distinct conditions: the energy of the city and the calm of the sea.

The design creates deliberate visual connections to both. Spatial planning links living areas to generous terraces, with sightlines carefully calibrated to capture waterfront views and urban context. Material choices reinforce this duality—polished surfaces and bold geometric detailing in public spaces echo the city’s dynamism, while private residences emphasise natural light, restrained finishes and material depth that provide sanctuary.

The residential interiors are not designed as fixed rooms, but as adaptable settings for the rhythms of contemporary life. This flexibility extends to dwp’s design of shared spaces—lobbies, wellness areas, social lounges—which function as more than private retreats. These amenities, engineered for balance, range from health and fitness facilities to social connection zones, reinforcing the idea that home encompasses both personal sanctuary and community.

The Recalibration of Regional Luxury

Charlie Kelly, Regional General Manager for the Middle East at dwp, frames the broader context: “We’re seeing a fundamental recalibration of what luxury means in this region. As interior designers, our role is no longer about decorative gestures or statement pieces. It’s about crafting spatial experiences and material environments that serve the way people actually want to live.”

This observation captures Sensia’s essential proposition. Adriana Graur, Design Director at dwp, describes the outcome: “Through our interior design, we’ve created a place where everyday living is elevated by light, views and community—a residential experience that reflects the evolving aspirations of Dubai’s new generation.”

Sensia’s interiors reflect a broader shift across the Middle East: luxury is no longer about excess, but about intelligent interior design that enriches everyday living. For dwp, this project represents the city’s evolving residential landscape, where lifestyle sits at the core of interior design thinking.