Dubai and Therme Group unveil revolutionary urban oasis: Therme Dubai - Islands in the Sky

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Approved by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, and in partnership with Dubai Municipality, Therme Group announced the launch of Therme Dubai – Islands in the Sky following an event held at Al Barari.

Part of the Quality of Life Strategy 2033, Therme Dubai – Islands in the Sky brings together Dubai’s ambition to advance its landscape and become an urban oasis with Therme Group’s leadership in wellbeing-driven infrastructure.

“Dubai is a city that understands the future must be built with wellbeing at its core. This partnership brings together two forces driving that future: Dubai’s bold vision for urban planning and Therme Group’s commitment to redefining urban wellbeing through innovation. Together, we are creating more than a destination.”
We are shaping how cities can integrate nature, water, and culture to elevate quality of life at scale. Therme Dubai – Islands in the Sky will stand as a global model for what’s possible when ambition and expertise align.”

Dr Robert Hanea, Founder and CEO, Therme Group

Designed by renowned architects Diller Scofidio + Renfro, Therme Dubai – Islands in the Sky will be located in Zabeel Park, beside the Royal Palace in the heart of Dubai. Blurring nature and city living, the landmark will span 500,000 square feet with a 100-meter-tall-structure and is designed to welcome 1.7 million visitors annually, setting a new standard for holistic and daily wellbeing. 
Transforming Dubai’s skyline and offering breathtaking views of the city, Therme Dubai – Islands in the Sky’s pioneering features include botanical gardens suspended from the air, stacked terraces, and cascading pools where guests can enjoy restorative thermal and mineral waters – as well as cultural events and social spaces. 

“Elevated high above the concerns of everyday urban life, Therme Dubai is an oasis in the sky. It emerges from the lake of a revitalized Zabeel Park as a series of botanical islands stacked into a tower. Each island is a platform for thermal pools, decks, and verdant indoor and outdoor vegetation; each offers a distinctive atmosphere; and each is oriented toward the dramatic view of the Dubai skyline. Guests are immersed in unique environments—warm and cool, wet and dry, the intense heat of saunas and steam rooms and the ambient temperature of thermal pools and cool mineral pools. By day, the atmosphere is contemplative and relaxing. By night, the spaces come alive with music, artistic performances and events. DS+R is thrilled to take part in the convergence of Therme's innovative approach to the tradition of public baths and Dubai's legacy for landmark architecture.” 

Elizabeth Diller, Founding Partner of Diller Scofidio + Renfro

Therme Dubai – Islands in the Sky will also harness Therme Group’s cutting-edge sustainable innovations and technologies to minimize environmental impact while maximizing community benefits. The resort will recycle 90% of the water used in its thermal pools, while 80% of the fresh air and cooling needs will be met through clean energy sources. In addition, the project will implement smart resource management and advanced energy-efficient systems, ensuring a minimal environmental footprint.

With construction set to begin in 2026 and completion anticipated by 2028, Therme Dubai – Islands in the Sky is both an architectural feat and a step toward a new era, where cities are designed to serve the wellbeing of all who live in and visit them.

"The Dubai 2040 Urban Plan and Therme Group’s mission are deeply aligned. We both believe cities must evolve to enhance human wellbeing, connection, and environmental harmony. This collaboration is more than a development—it’s a new way of thinking about cities and their role in shaping a healthier future for all."

Irina Matei, Chief Executive Officer Therme Dubai

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