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DUBAI: INTERSECT by Lexus in Dubai is closing its doors on July 31 after eight years in business.

The venue has been a staple in Dubai International Financial Centre and offered locals and visitors an opportunity to experience the ethos of the Lexus lifestyle without getting behind the wheel of a car.

Intersect was designed to establish an environment that inspired collaboration, making it a creative spot for people seeking hospitality experiences. It is a place for guests to experience Omotenashi, a Lexus core value.

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Guests have also been able to experience the culinary talent from across the globe, most recently led by Head Sushi Chef Gerbert James. His cuisine reflected delicate craftsmanship and Japanese heritage inherent in the Lexus brand.

“Over the years, we have brought an exceptional range of Japanese-fusion cuisine to our guests, which was complemented by a calendar of unique social experiences and brand activations. We have enjoyed welcoming likeminded guests to come and experience the essence of Lexus in an enjoyable social setting, and we’re grateful our patrons, partners and exceptional associates who have helped make INTERSECT BY LEXUS so successful,” Al-Futtaim Lexus’ General Manager Saad Abdullah.

Since opening its doors in 2015, the venue has launched multiple customised events, from art exhibitions, social occasions boasting exceptional music and live entertainment.

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