Fahid Island Master Plan
Fahid Island Master Plan Overview
The Fahid Island master plan by Aldar outlines a large-scale residential island development located between Yas Island and Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi. With a total development value of approximately AED 40 billion, the island is planned as a fully integrated waterfront community combining residential districts, natural landscapes, and wellness-focused infrastructure. Spanning approximately 2.7 square miles and featuring more than 11 kilometres of coastline, the master plan incorporates over 6,000 residences across a mix of apartments, townhouses, and ultra-luxury villas.
The layout prioritises waterfront access, open green space, and pedestrian connectivity, with residential areas distributed along the island to maximise access to shoreline and landscaped corridors. Fahid Island has been designed as a wellness-oriented master-planned community aligned with Fitwel certification principles, integrating environmental preservation with modern residential development.
Fahid Island Master Plan Layout and Residential Districts
The Fahid Island master plan is structured around a central island spine that connects multiple residential districts with the waterfront and internal landscape zones. Residential areas are positioned to provide access to both shoreline and internal green corridors, ensuring that each district benefits from proximity to open space and pedestrian infrastructure.
The development includes a range of residential typologies, from waterfront apartments and townhouses to larger villas positioned in lower-density areas of the island. Districts are connected through landscaped streets, pedestrian pathways, and cycling routes, forming an integrated residential framework across the island.
The master plan balances built areas with open landscape, maintaining a consistent relationship between residential zones, natural spaces, and waterfront areas.
Natural Spaces and Landscape Allocation in the Fahid Island Master Plan
A defining structural component of the Fahid Island master plan is the 10 kilometre Berm Park, which runs across the island as a continuous landscaped corridor. This park serves both environmental and recreational functions, providing a natural buffer between residential districts while supporting active outdoor use.
The wellness corridor includes dedicated running tracks, multiple cycling routes, shaded walking paths, and designated fitness nodes distributed throughout the park. Water stations, rest areas, and shaded zones are integrated along the corridor, supporting year-round usability.
Berm Park connects different residential areas while forming a continuous green spine that reinforces the island’s wellness-focused planning approach.
Natural Spaces and Landscape Allocation at Fahid Island
Approximately 30 percent of Fahid Island’s total land area is allocated to natural landscape and open space. These areas include planted vegetation zones, landscaped gardens, ecological buffers, and green corridors that extend across the island.
The integration of natural spaces forms a key part of the master plan, ensuring that residential districts remain connected to landscaped environments and open areas. Mangrove zones and coastal vegetation contribute to ecological stability while providing visual and environmental continuity throughout the island.
This allocation of natural landscape supports environmental sustainability while enhancing residential quality and long-term value.
Waterfront and Shoreline Infrastructure at Fahid Island
Fahid Island includes approximately 11 kilometres of shoreline integrated directly into the master plan. Residential districts are positioned to maximise waterfront access, with beachfront areas, coastal promenades, and shoreline zones forming a central component of the island layout.
A dedicated 2 kilometre waterfront promenade connects key areas of the island, incorporating pedestrian routes and waterfront-facing retail and leisure spaces. This promenade serves as both a circulation route and a lifestyle destination within the island’s overall framework.
The shoreline infrastructure ensures that waterfront access remains a defining characteristic of the residential environment.
Pedestrian, Cycling, and Movement Network at Fahid Island
The Fahid Island master plan by Aldar incorporates an extensive pedestrian and cycling network connecting residential districts, parks, and waterfront areas. Dedicated footpaths, shaded walkways, and cycling routes form a continuous movement system across the island.
These pathways connect Berm Park, residential districts, and waterfront zones, supporting both recreational and daily movement. The infrastructure reduces reliance on vehicular transport within residential areas while improving accessibility and connectivity.
This integrated circulation network supports the island’s wellness-focused planning and ensures efficient movement throughout the community.
Sustainability and Environmental Framework at Fahid Island
The Fahid Island master plan incorporates environmental planning principles aligned with international sustainability frameworks, including Fitwel certification and Estidama Pearl community standards. Natural landscape allocation, mangrove preservation, and green corridor integration form part of the island’s environmental strategy.
Thoughtfully designed by Aldar, the master plan balances development with ecological preservation, maintaining protected landscape zones alongside residential districts. This approach supports long-term environmental stability while reinforcing Fahid Island’s positioning as a wellness-focused residential island.
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The full Fahid Island master plan provides a detailed overview of the island’s layout, residential districts, waterfront infrastructure, and landscape framework. Access to the master plan allows prospective buyers and investors to understand the island’s structure and long-term development strategy.
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