La Mer is a Meraas beachfront development on Jumeirah Road facing the Arabian Gulf, combining an open-air retail and dining promenade with a small number of boutique residential buildings known as La Mer Residences North and South, situated within walking distance of City Walk and Jumeirah Beach Road. Unlike most of the areas we cover, every kitchen renovation here sits inside a beachfront apartment building rather than a villa or townhouse, and the coastal position brings a specific consideration that does not apply further inland — sustained exposure to salt-laden sea air, which accelerates corrosion on unprotected metal fittings, hinges and appliance components over time. Apartments here also tend to be premium, design-led units with relatively compact kitchen footprints typical of boutique beachfront residences, so renovations focus on finish quality and material durability within a fixed floor plate rather than large-scale layout change.
Last Updated: August 16, 2026
A kitchen renovation covers removal of existing cabinetry and countertop, correction or extension of plumbing and electrical points, installation of new cabinetry, countertop and appliances, and updated lighting and ventilation. In La Mer, this work carries one additional consideration that separates it from most other Dubai locations we serve — the coastal position means every metal component, from cabinet hinges to appliance housings to tap fittings, is exposed to a more corrosive air environment than an equivalent inland apartment, so material specification needs to account for this rather than defaulting to standard inland-grade fittings. Ventilation design also matters more here, since a beachfront apartment kitchen benefits from effective extraction to manage the combination of cooking moisture and the ambient humidity typical of a coastal position.
A handful of signs are specific to the coastal setting here as much as general wear.
La Mer sits directly on the Jumeirah Road coastline, developed by Meraas as a mixed retail, dining and residential destination centred on an open-air beachfront promenade, with the residential component concentrated in La Mer Residences North and South. It is within easy reach of City Walk and the wider Jumeirah Beach Road corridor, and its identity is built entirely around beach access and the coastal lifestyle, distinguishing it clearly from inland Dubai communities. Because the residential buildings sit directly on the waterfront, every apartment kitchen here shares the same coastal exposure consideration, and the boutique nature of the development means unit numbers and therefore renovation volume are smaller than in a large-scale apartment community, with each project treated individually rather than against a repeated floor plan.
Sustained proximity to the sea accelerates corrosion on untreated or standard-grade metal components considerably faster than the same fittings would age in an inland Dubai apartment. For La Mer renovations, we specify marine-grade or coated stainless steel hardware for hinges, handles and drawer runners rather than standard mild-steel fittings, and we pay particular attention to tap and sink fitting material given how much direct water and humidity exposure these components see in daily use. Appliance selection also benefits from checking manufacturer guidance on coastal suitability, since some standard appliance housings are not rated for prolonged salt-air exposure in the same way a marine-rated unit would be.
La Mer Residences apartments generally have a compact, design-led kitchen footprint consistent with boutique beachfront living, so most renovations here work within the existing layout rather than pursuing a major structural change. Where floor space allows, a slim peninsula or breakfast bar is a popular addition that adds functional counter space without requiring the clearance a full island would need. Given the premium positioning of the development, cabinetry and countertop specification requests here skew toward higher-end finishes, with quartz and engineered stone the most common countertop choice and matte or high-gloss lacquer cabinetry the most requested cabinet finish.
As a general guide, a La Mer apartment kitchen renovation using standard-grade specification runs from roughly AED 22,000 to 32,000, and a renovation using coastal-grade hardware and premium finishes throughout runs from roughly AED 32,000 to 42,000.
| Factor | Standard Finish Suits | Coastal-Grade Finish Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Budget priority | Lower upfront cost | Willing to pay more for longevity |
| Occupancy pattern | Occasional or holiday-home use | Full-time residence with daily exposure |
| Hardware lifespan expectation | Accepts more frequent replacement | Wants hardware to last as long as inland equivalents |
| Resale positioning | Adequate for near-term resale | Stronger long-term value retention |
La Mer Residences buildings require standard building management NOC approval before renovation work begins, along with booking the designated freight lift for moving cabinetry, countertop slabs and removed materials, since the pedestrian-focused beachfront promenade design limits direct vehicle access to the building entrances. We coordinate delivery timing around the building loading schedule and typical promenade footfall patterns to keep the project moving smoothly without disrupting the public retail and dining areas nearby.
Coastal material knowledge is the factor that most distinguishes a good La Mer renovation from a generic inland-standard one.
Call +971564528505 — coastal-grade material specification and building NOC handled as part of the project.
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Scope varies by kitchen size and finish level. Free site survey.
| Service | Starting Price |
|---|---|
| Kitchen Cabinet Replacement | AED 8,000–25,000 |
| Countertop Replacement | AED 2,000–8,000 |
| Kitchen Tiling (floor + wall) | AED 3,000–8,000 |
| Full Kitchen Remodel (budget) | AED 15,000–30,000 |
| Full Kitchen Remodel (luxury) | AED 30,000–80,000 |
| Splashback Only | AED 1,500–4,000 |
Prices are indicative. Final quote confirmed on site before work begins. WhatsApp us for a free estimate.
Yes. Sustained salt-air exposure accelerates corrosion on standard-grade metal hardware, so we generally recommend marine-grade or coated stainless steel hinges, handles and fittings rather than standard inland-grade components.
A renovation using standard-grade specification runs roughly AED 22,000 to 32,000. A renovation using coastal-grade hardware and premium finishes throughout runs roughly AED 32,000 to 42,000.
Most La Mer Residences apartments have a compact, design-led footprint where a full island is rarely realistic. A slim peninsula or breakfast bar is a more common and achievable addition where floor space allows.
Yes, standard building management NOC approval is required before work begins, along with booking the designated freight lift for moving materials, given the pedestrian-focused promenade design of the development.
A typical La Mer apartment kitchen renovation takes 3 to 4 weeks, depending on building management approval turnaround and freight-lift booking availability.
Effective extraction matters more here than in many inland apartments, given the combination of cooking moisture and ambient coastal humidity, so we generally prioritise ventilation design as part of the renovation.
The development includes a mix of both. Occupancy pattern affects our material recommendation, since a full-time residence sees daily exposure that makes coastal-grade hardware a stronger long-term investment.
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