The market contains 178 shops housed in blocks of single-storey buildings. The complex employs shaded pedestrian spines, open spaces, ornamented façades, symbolic gateways, and wind towers. It is constructed of pre-cast elements, cast concrete, and timber.

Source: Aga Khan Trust for Culture

Update:

The Naif Market burned down in 2008.

Sources:

Menon, Sunita and Nina Muslim. 2 April 2008. "Fire guts 183 shops in Naif Souq in Deira". gulfnews.com. [Accessed March 2, 2011].

13 May 2008. "Temporary Naif Souq to open next month". AMEinfo.com. [Acccessed March 2, 2011].