BysairaHome & EscapeMarch, 2025

DUBAI IS MY HOME: AN INDELIBLE PORTRAIT OF THE CITY THROUGH ITS RESIDENTS

Dubai is my Home is a conversation-worthy, hard-bound tome of 40 curated photographic portraits and intimate stories from its residents.

Dubai Is My Home is written by Marie-Jeanne Acquaviva with photography by Olivia Froudkine. Offering a remarkable window into this vibrant city through personal stories from its residents, this book is an essential addition to any Dubai lover’s coffee table.

A beautifully-designed collection of stories, readers get an insight into what makes Dubai a functioning melting pot, where concepts of diversity, collaboration and harmony are not artificially enforced but lived. For a global audience all- too-accustomed to clichés and superficial stereotypes about the city, Dubai Is My Home introduces readers to the soul of the city, highlighting the deep social connections that make it one of the most liveable, charming and safest cities in the world.

Showcasing the culture and diversity of the city through the eyes of its residents, it captures the true essence of Dubai and its people. Storytellers include a Palestinian-Colombian cinema director, a European falconer, a Pakistani self-made man, and an Emirati environmentalist, whose accounts reflect on their love for the city they call home. Impossible to put down, this mesmerising compilation of captivating stories and stunning photographs features a profoundly authentic and personal account of everyday life and experiences.

A true celebration of the spirit of Dubai and the people that make it, Dubai Is My Home is a project driven almost entirely by women-from the authors, to the designer, translator and editor. Highlighting powerful portraits of Dubai’s women while capturing the city’s openness, ethos, and cultural uniqueness, it is an absolute joy to browse.

Challenging stereotypes and misconceptions, it a firsthand account from people that experienced visionary leadership and transformative policies that have led to Dubai’s seamless and rapid economic growth.

A powerful and fascinating read, Dubai Is My Home is more than just a coffee-table book. A perfect gift for Dubai residents, or anyone with a curiosity about the city, it serves as a rich tribute to Dubai.