Behind the Build: A Week-by-Week Timeline of a Real Villa Renovation in Dubai (20-Week Edition)

By Haifa RENOV8 – Real Projects. Real Results.

Introduction

A beautifully renovated villa in Dubai doesn’t happen overnight. From concept sketches to the final handover, a successful transformation depends on structure, authority compliance, craftsmanship, and communication.

Week 0 – Discovery & Vision Alignment

• On-site consultation with design and PM team
• Discussed design intent, family needs, problem zones
• Explored feasibility for kitchen expansion and bathroom reconfiguration

Outcome: Design vision confirmed. Ready to conceptualize.

Week 1 – Concept Design Finalization + Scope

• Open layout design for ground floor
• Bedroom configuration revised
• Material palette and moodboard agreed

Outcome: Layout ready for BOQ and engineering alignment.

Week 2 – Detailed BOQ & Cost Plan

• Room-wise BOQ generated with itemized pricing
• Value engineering session with client
• Brand specs for tiles, switches, fittings selected

Outcome: Budget aligned, scope locked.

Week 3–6 – Authority Approvals

• Emaar NOC + Dubai Municipality architectural submission
• Structural calculations and MEP routed
• All plans approved in 3.5 weeks

Outcome: Authority compliance ensured before mobilization.

Week 7 – Mobilization & Site Setup

• Safety boards, hoarding, and electrical isolations completed
• Worker induction and community guidelines followed

Outcome: Clean, secure site started.

Week 8 – Demolition Begins

• Demolition of partitions, tiling, ceilings
• Pre-demolition slab scanning completed

Outcome: Old elements cleared. Space opened up.

Week 9 – Structural Works + Additions

• Extension slab poured in garden area
• New partition walls and beams installed
• Facade modifications aligned to community specs

Outcome: New space structured and weatherproofed.

Week 10 – MEP 1st Fix

• Plumbing, drainage, conduit, HVAC work
• Coordination across kitchen, bathroom, and ceiling

Outcome: Mechanical backbone in place.

Week 11 – Ceiling & Waterproofing

• Gypsum grid + spot lighting mapped
• 3-layer PU waterproofing in wet zones
• Authority inspections completed

Outcome: Work approved to move forward.

Week 12 – Tile & Paint Base

• Floor and wall tiles fixed with leveling systems
• Ceiling base paint applied

Outcome: Surfaces begin to transform.

Week 13 – Joinery & Carpentry Setup

• Kitchen modules and wardrobes installed
• Vanities, doors, and skirting joinery fit

Outcome: Functional interiors come alive.

Week 14 – Electrical & Sanitary Fit-Out

• Light fixtures, DB, switch plates fitted
• WCs, mixers, shower glass installed

Outcome: Power and water tested and ready.

Week 15 – Ceiling Finish + Veneer & Polish

• Final ceiling closure and recessed lighting
• Laminates and veneer finishes for all joinery

Outcome: Warmth and aesthetic value added.

Week 16 – Final Paint & Snag Round 1

• Final coat paint + polish
• Room-by-room walk-through to log snags

Outcome: 95% complete. Finishing begins.

Week 17 – Deep Cleaning & System Testing

• Full dust-out, debris clearance
• Pressure and voltage testing on all systems

Outcome: Site ready for outdoor works.

Week 18 – Outdoor Development

• Pergola and BBQ counter installed
• Garden lighting, paving, turf completed

Outcome: Outdoor living zone activated.

Week 19 – Final Snags & Documentation

• Final fittings check
• Client issues logged and resolved

Outcome: All systems approved for handover.

Week 20 – Client Orientation + Lifestyle Activation

• Handover documents + warranties provided
• Final walkthrough with client
• Family photo & feedback recorded

Outcome: Renovation complete. New chapter begins.

Visual Workflow

Title: VILLA RENOVATION TIMELINE – 20 WEEK WORKFLOW

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Final Thoughts

The best renovations aren’t the fastest—they’re the best-planned. At Haifa RENOV8, our timelines are backed by methodology, real experience, and deep design intent.

Ready to renovate? We’re ready when you are.

This blog is part of the Strategic Planning Series by Haifa RENOV8 (2025 Edition).