COMMUNITY NEWS ISSUE 1 2021 - DUBAI MARINA TOWERS
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COMMUNITY NEWS DUBAI MARINA TOWERS ISSUE 1 2021
DUBAI MARINA TOWERS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Safety in unity:
stronger together
Slowly but surely, life in our city is
marching back to normalcy – and it’s
our responsibility to ensure we take
the precautions that support our
government’s tireless efforts.
While you wear masks and practice
social distancing, we urge you to
remember the below guidelines.
1. Household staff must wear their
masks properly (covering their
nose and mouth) at all times in
the community.
2. Gathering of staff members from
different households in the
common areas is not permitted.
3. Social distancing of at least 3
metres must be adhered to at all
times in common areas.
4. Personal items like bicycles, shoes,
and strollers should not be left
outside the home.
To ensure a safe environment for
everyone, staff members found to be in
repeated violation of these guidelines
will be asked to leave the amenity.
DUBAI MARINA TOWERS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Your gym’s
transformation is
complete!
A host of new improvements have
been carried out at your community
gym, to give the place a vibrant new
appearance!
• Brand new 40 inch screens now
offer you a means to stay
entertained while blazing through
those cardio sessions.
• Over 10 metres of warm LED cove
lighting has been installed in the
false ceiling to instill a sense of calm.
• The rubber flooring has been
replaced with a softer material that
helps cushion every step and leap.
• In addition, a soothing new
wallpaper now adorns all the walls
in the amenity.
Head over to the P1 level and check it
out for yourself!
DUBAI MARINA TOWERS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
The community just
got greener!
New trees have been planted all
throughout your community – and
we’ve installed new lights to go with
the refreshed ambience! There are
palm ring lights, spike lights and even
new planter pots.
Did you know that in addition to the
obvious aesthetic benefits, trees also
offer shade for the lawn beneath? This
helps reduce irrigation demands,
helping conserve water.
The roots also provide stability for the
soil, protecting it during windy days.
DUBAI MARINA TOWERS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Enter into grandeur!
We’ve uplifted the entrance to your
community with a variety of exciting
new upgrades that have transformed
the appearance of the area.
• Plush new armchairs and couches
now grace the waiting area. They
feature a modern, minimalistic
design that complements the
community’s décor.
• New indoor plants have been
introduced to the entrances to add a
natural touch.
• The vast expanse of marble flooring
has been given the crystallisation
treatment – it now shines with a
renewed brilliance!
• The elevator panels have been
replaced with richly veneered
wooden slabs.
DUBAI MARINA TOWERS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Blankets in summer?
These pipes need
them!
With summer months on the way,
we’ve been working behind the scenes
to prepare your community for the
upcoming blaze – over 2,400 metres of
piping in your community has been
freshly insulated!
• The insulation comprises two layers:
a thick, foam-based inner layer helps
prevent heat from entering the pipes.
• The outer layer is made with a
combination of paper and foil – this
helps reflect heat and also provides
a seal against vapour loss.
• The insulation process have a
massive impact on maintenance
expenses, slashing costs and improving
efficiency by as much as 25%!
• Over time, the insulation naturally
wears down – re-insulation is usually
carried out every 3-6 years.
DUBAI MARINA TOWERS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Kids’ Origami Contest
Are you the master of fashioning things out of paper? From sprawling castles to little animals,
go ahead and show us what you’ve bent, tucked and folded into life – the best entries win an
exciting prize!
Send us two photographs of yourself beside your creation before 05 May, to events@ecm.ae
along with your name, address and mobile number.
Open to kids below 15.
Congratulations to our winning ‘ginger builders’ – your lovely
gingerbread homes look like the perfect cozy retreat for the
gingerbread man!
Thomas Vihaana Jia
Mira 4, Reem The Springs, Emirates Living Al Reem 2, Arabian Ranches
DUBAI MARINA TOWERS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
PESTS LOVE IT WHEN YOU DO THIS
What happens: What to do:
Odours linger in the common areas for hours, even after the mess Ensure the bags are tied securely, so there’s no spillage.
is removed. The stench can permeate nearby homes too.
Pests are attracted to the free spread, releasing pheromones that Be mindful of sharp items - they may hurt the handlers too.
attract even more critters. The pheromone trails within walls can
last months.
Always throw the bag down the chute – never leave them
on the floor.
Leaks or overflowing bags can spill on the floor, causing stains
and visibly disfiguring the community’s aesthetics.
All touchpoints in your community including the garbage room Do not stuff too much into one bag, as it may cause blockage
door handle and chute handle are sanitised every two hours with a of the chute.
Dubai Municipality-approved disinfectant.
DUBAI MARINA TOWERS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
P-leash follow
this rule!
Your community loves pets. We
understand that they’re an important
member of your family. But when it
comes to walking them in the
community, we must insist on leashes.
Let’s tell you why a leash is important:
1. Consideration – Elderly residents,
young children, individuals with
allergies and others might be
intimidated by pets’ exploratory
behaviour.
2. Safety – Startled pets may suddenly
run onto roads without warning or
cross paths with cyclists, which is a
major safety hazard.
3. Health – Wandering pets might
nibble on landscaping – but a number
of plants native to the city are not
friendly to pets’ tummies.
4. It is the law – Walking a dog without
a leash is punishable with a fine of
AED 10,000. Fines can reach AED
100,000 if the pet is involved in
an attack.
DUBAI MARINA TOWERS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
We’re coming for –
your junk!
Wondering how you can get rid of that
worn-out couch or broken treadmill?
You can now get it picked up right
from your doorstep – for AED 0!
We’ve partnered up with two service
providers to help you get rid of any
unwanted bulky waste that you’re
having a hard time eliminating.
• You can call either Take My Junk on
800 JUNK (5865) or Remove My Junk
on 055 549 1122.
• Things they’ll pick up for free include
furniture, kitchenware, exercise
equipment, electronics, bicycles,
carpets, cardboards and more.
• Things you’ll have to pay to get
picked up include green waste,
construction waste, broken
wood/glass, and sun-damaged items.DUBAI MARINA TOWERS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Up close & personal
with Carolyne
She’s always there to greet you every morning, with
a bright smile that lights up your community.
We caught up with Carolyne Kanze from Kenya, who
has been your community’s concierge for two years.
Why she loves it here: “I really enjoy working in this
community – the people here are like my family,
everyone is always so cheerful and good-natured!”
What a typical day’s like: “I’m out of my bed by 6 AM
every morning, I like to wake up early. After my shift, I spend most of my free time reading
books or playing netball on weekends.”
On her family back home: “All my relatives and immediate family are in Kenya and we are often
in touch – they ask me so many questions about Dubai, I want to bring them here soon!”
Her ambitions and dreams: “My plan is to keep learning new skills and becoming more efficient –
hopefully that will help me earn a promotion and take my career to new heights.”
Her plans for 2021: “I’m trying to stay as safe as possible but now a days I go out after taking all
necessary precautions. I want to explore more of the city!”DUBAI MARINA TOWERS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Can you crack our
crossword?
1
Put on your thinking caps and try to work your way through the
clues. The first five to solve the crossword win exciting prizes! Send 2 3
your answers to events@ecm.ae with your full name, address and
mobile number before 05 May. 4
Down 5
1. The watchful guardian at your pools.
2. The perfect spot for a mini-garden, but not for storing boxes.
3. Create this online before heading for a sports court.
4. A luxurious stone that's abundant in your community's entrance.
7. The long metal tube you feed with your household rubbish.
8. We've replaced most of the regular lights with them.
6 7 8
Across
5. The tiny room that carries you up and down.
6. The planet smiles when you do this!
9. Probably the most excitable family members!
9DUBAI MARINA TOWERS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
THE HOME AID BOX
Q. One of the electrical outlets in my unit is not
working. How do I fix it?
1. Check if it is connected to a wall switch that may have not been
turned on.
2. Once this is determined, inspect the circuit
breakers and reset any that may have turned off.
3. A blown fuse may have also disrupted power to
the outlet.
Do not attempt to insert any long artifacts into the
outlet – call a reliable electrician if you are unable to
resolve the problem.DUBAI MARINA TOWERS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
JUST DIY IT
SPOTLESS VACUUMS, INSIDE AND OUT
It helps you keep your home spotless, but when does the vacuum get its own wash?
1 2
Here’s how you can get through this 15-minute task.
Empty the main Use a pair of scissors
chamber/canister and use to cut free any hair,
a disinfectant solution to string or yarn trapped
wipe the inside clean. in the beater bar.
3 4
Wipe the fabric If your vacuum
beneath the beater bar contains filters, make
with a microfibre fabric. sure you remove and
rinse them.
5
Add a couple of drops of
essential oil to a cotton
ball and pop it in your
vacuum’s canister for a
fresh scent every time
you clean.DUBAI MARINA TOWERS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
DUBAI MARINA TOWERS ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Useful numbers
Fire 997
Ambulance 998
Police 999
Al Ameen 800 4888
Dubai Municipality 800 900
Taxi (RTA) 800 9090
DEWA 991
Emaar Toll Free 800 EMAAR
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