[3] In the early 1960s, Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum commissioned a new palace to accommodate the growing needs of the ruling family.

The design integrated the existing structures into a single complex, reflecting a blend of traditional Arabic and modern architectural styles.

For example, the palace hosted bilateral meetings between His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and then-Vice President of the United States Joe Biden in March 2016.

[7][10][11] The surrounding Zabeel district further underscores the palace's importance, as it was historically the residence of Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the former ruler of Dubai, who laid the foundations for the emirate’s transformation into a global city.

[1] It is regarded as one of the most guarded areas in Dubai with strict security measures in place to ensure the privacy and safety of the ruling family, and visitors are advised to respect these protocols during their visit, who can view its impressive facade and the surrounding gardens from a distance.