International City is a country themed architecture of residences, business opportunity, and tourist attractions. It will cover 800 hectares (8 million square meters) and its geometry was inspired by the intricately patterened traditional carpets of the Middle East. Once completed, the project will contain studio, one and two bedroom apartment units and accommodate over 60 thousand residents.

International City is located in the Al Warsan region of Dubai, which is along the Dubai-Hatta road and between Interchange 5 and 6 of Emirates Road, opposite to the Dubai Central Fruit and Vegetable Market. It is located 9 kilometers (5.4 miles) from the Dubai International Airport, which is around a 15-20 minute drive from the center of the city. It will comprise of 6 key areas, including The Central District, Dubai Design Centre, The Dragon Mart, The Residential District, Lakes District and the Forbidden City.

International City is destined to become the business and cultural hub of the Middle East and surrounding regions. This unique 800 hectare development combines an exotic mix of commercial, residential, retail and tourism elements from different parts of the world. The name is derived from a variety of country-specific architectural themes that add to the international essence of the project.