The Journal

Across the water from Al Bateen, Hudayriyat Island is no longer a quiet stretch of coast, but one of Abu Dhabi’s most closely watched new districts. Its appeal lies in the sheer scale of what is being planned, and in the unusual amount of space given over to beaches, cycling routes, sport, parks and low-density residential communities. Spanning more than 51 million square metres, equivalent to 53.8% of Abu Dhabi Island, the masterplan gives the capital room to grow westwards without losing sight of the sea.