Asan Tata— November 2, 2026Dubai has opened a new kind of workspace, and it is not inside an office tower. It sits in a public park, beside a pond, with room to work, meet people, and step outside for fresh air. The city calls it Work From Park, and the first location is now open at Al Barsha Pond Park.
The project comes from Dubai Municipality, working with Group AMANA and the flexible-workspace operator Letswork. It turns part of a neighbourhood park into a place where residents and visitors can work for a day, book a meeting room, or take a desk for a longer period.
Quick Answer
Dubai Municipality has opened the city’s first Work From Park facility at Al Barsha Pond Park. It offers open co-working space, two meeting rooms, and longer-term workspace suites, all operated by Letswork. A day pass costs Dh50 and includes a complimentary coffee. Meeting rooms cost Dh200 per hour or Dh1,200 per day. Indoor desks and meeting rooms can be booked through the Letswork app or website, while outdoor working areas and terrace access are open to park visitors. The concept is described as the first of its kind in the region, and Dubai Municipality says it may expand to other parks and beaches if demand supports it.
What Is Dubai’s Work From Park?
Work From Park is a new public-space concept from Dubai Municipality. It places dedicated co-working facilities inside an established public park. The first site is at Al Barsha Pond Park, a popular neighbourhood park in Dubai.
The facility mixes open-air workspaces with climate-controlled indoor offices, desks, and meeting rooms. It also includes areas for events, networking, and wellness activities. The goal is to give people a flexible place to work close to home, without giving up access to the outdoors.
For Dubai Municipality, the project is part of a wider plan to turn public parks into multifunctional community destinations. It fits within the Dubai 2040 Parks and Greenery Strategy, which aims to develop parks as places that serve many community needs at once.
Bader Anwahi, CEO of the Public Facilities Agency at Dubai Municipality, said the initiative creates opportunities for people to work and connect closer to home. He added that it shows how working with the private sector can add value to public destinations by offering services that respond to community needs.
Who Built It and Who Runs It?
The project was developed by Dubai Municipality in partnership with Group AMANA and Letswork. Group AMANA handled construction, and Letswork operates the workspace.
Group AMANA built the facility using modular construction methods through its DuBox and DuPod units. Much of the assembly and fitting-out work was completed off-site, while preparatory work continued at Al Barsha Pond Park. According to Group AMANA, this approach reduced construction activity inside the park and limited disruption for visitors.
Letswork runs the day-to-day workspace. Its app and website handle bookings for indoor desks and meeting rooms. People who already hold a Letswork membership can use their membership credits at the park location.
The concept took about six months to develop, according to Ahmed Mohammed Almarzooqi, Manager of Dubai Public Parks at Dubai Municipality. He said the municipality wants to learn how visitors use the facility before deciding on further additions. Visitor feedback will help shape whether more work pods or other improvements are added.
The Three Zones Inside the Facility
The facility has three distinct zones. Each one suits a different kind of worker, from a day visitor to a long-term member.
1. Open co-working area for day users
The open co-working area is for people who come for a day. You do not need to book in advance for this zone. A day pass costs Dh50, and it includes a complimentary coffee from the facility’s coffee partner.
This zone suits freelancers, remote workers, students, and anyone who wants a change from a home office. It is also open to parents who want to work while their children play outdoors nearby. Omar Almheiri, Co-Founder and CTO of Letswork, shared the example of a mother who liked being able to work nearby while keeping an eye on her child playing outside.
Outdoor working areas and terrace access are also available to park visitors. This means you can work in the open air, with the park around you, rather than sitting indoors all day.
2. Meeting rooms for small teams
The facility has two meeting rooms, and each one seats up to nine people. Meeting rooms can be booked online, subject to availability. They cost Dh200 per hour or Dh1,200 per day.
These rooms suit small teams, client meetings, interviews, and study groups. Booking through the Letswork app or website keeps the process simple, and the park setting gives meetings a more relaxed feel than a standard office.
3. Workspace suites for longer-term members
The third zone holds workspace suites for longer-term users. These include fixed desks and private offices. Private offices can be booked for periods from one month to one year.
Members in this zone can access their workspaces with entry cards whenever they wish. They can also leave their belongings overnight and bring guests along. Fixed desks and private offices are available on request.
Interest in the fixed-desk option is already strong. Almheiri said there is a substantial waiting list for this zone. If you want a fixed desk, it is worth enquiring early through the Letswork app or website rather than assuming a desk will be free on arrival.
Prices and Booking at a Glance
| Option | Price | How to book |
|---|---|---|
| Day pass (open co-working area) | Dh50, including a complimentary coffee | No advance reservation needed for the open area |
| Meeting room (up to 9 people) | Dh200 per hour or Dh1,200 per day | Online through the Letswork app or website, subject to availability |
| Fixed desk | Price on request; waiting list applies | On request through Letswork |
| Private office | Price on request | Bookable from one month to one year |
| Outdoor working areas and terrace | Open to park visitors | No booking needed |
Prices stated here are those reported at launch. They may change, so check the Letswork app or website for the latest rates before you visit. Existing Letswork members can use their membership credits at this location.
Wellness and Community Activities
Work From Park is designed to be more than a desk in a park. The team behind it wants to blend wellness into the working day, rather than treating exercise as something you must find separate time for.
Screens across the facility display updates and activities. For example, the team plans to announce a running club at 6pm or invite visitors to a morning yoga session. The municipality’s wider network of recreational facilities, including tennis courts and football facilities, is expected to play a role in these activities.
Almheiri said the ambition is to integrate wellness into the experience. Through access to Dubai Municipality’s parks and facilities, the team hopes to organise wellness sessions and activities that encourage visitors to step away from their screens during the day.
The community side matters too. The facility includes areas for events and networking, so workers can meet other people rather than working alone. For parents, the park setting offers a practical benefit: children can play outdoors nearby while a parent works within sight.
How the Park Workspace Was Built
The workspace was built from scratch over six months. Rather than a traditional building project inside the park, Group AMANA used modular construction. Units were assembled and fitted out off-site, while preparatory work went ahead at Al Barsha Pond Park at the same time.
This method shortened construction time and reduced disruption for park visitors, since most of the heavy work happened away from the park. Almarzooqi described the concept as the first of its kind in the region. A park is traditionally seen as a place for recreation, he said, but this project brings together three experiences in one space: work, entertainment, and relaxation.
What Could Come Next?
For now, Work From Park exists only at Al Barsha Pond Park. But Dubai Municipality will watch how visitors use it before deciding on the next steps. Feedback from users will guide whether more work pods are added or other changes are made.
The initiative could eventually extend beyond Al Barsha Pond Park. Other public parks are being considered as possible locations, and even beaches are under discussion. The team is also exploring communal spaces, including majlis traditionally used for weddings and other events, as potential workspaces.
This wider plan fits the Dubai 2040 Parks and Greenery Strategy. Under that strategy, parks are not just green spaces for weekend visits. They are community destinations that can host work, wellness, events, and social life all week long.
If the Al Barsha Pond Park site proves popular, residents in other parts of Dubai may see a similar facility near them. For now, the first site is the place to test the idea.
Why This Matters for Dubai Residents
Flexible work has changed how many people spend their days. Some work from home, some from offices, and some from cafes. Each option has limits. Home can feel isolated. Offices can mean long commutes. Cafes are not built for a full working day.
A park workspace offers a middle path. It is close to home for residents near Al Barsha Pond Park. It is outdoors and green, which many people find easier on mood and focus. It also keeps costs low: Dh50 for a day with a coffee is far less than many co-working day passes in the city.
For freelancers and small business owners, the meeting rooms add a professional option without a long lease. For parents, the park setting solves a daily problem: how to work while children play safely nearby. For the city, the project tests a new use for public land that could spread across Dubai.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dubai’s first Work From Park?
It is at Al Barsha Pond Park in Dubai. It is the city’s first Work From Park destination, opened by Dubai Municipality in partnership with Group AMANA and Letswork.
How much does a day pass cost?
A day pass for the open co-working area costs Dh50. It includes a complimentary coffee from the facility’s coffee partner. No advance reservation is needed for the open area.
How do I book a meeting room?
Meeting rooms can be booked online through the Letswork app or website, subject to availability. Each room seats up to nine people and costs Dh200 per hour or Dh1,200 per day.
Can I get a fixed desk or a private office?
Yes. Fixed desks and private offices are available on request for longer-term members. Private offices can be booked from one month to one year. Members get entry-card access and can leave belongings overnight. There is already a waiting list for fixed desks, so enquire early.
Can I work outdoors at the park?
Yes. Outdoor working areas and terrace access are available to park visitors. The indoor desks and meeting rooms are booked through Letswork, while the outdoor spaces are open to anyone visiting the park.
Will Work From Park open in other locations?
Possibly. Dubai Municipality says the concept could extend to other public parks and even beaches, depending on demand and visitor feedback. Discussions are also ongoing about communal spaces such as majlis. For now, Al Barsha Pond Park is the only location.
Disclaimer
This article is for general information only. Prices, booking rules, and availability were reported at the launch of the Work From Park facility at Al Barsha Pond Park on 2 November 2026 and may change. Check the Letswork app or website, or Dubai Municipality’s official channels, for the latest details before you visit. This article is not affiliated with Dubai Municipality, Group AMANA, or Letswork.
Last Updated: 2 November 2026
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