
Aldar launches six-building residential development on Fahid Island
ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Aldar on Tuesday announced the launch of Fahid Beach Terraces, a premium six-building residential development set along the shoreline of Fahid Island, Abu Dhabi's first coastal wellness destination.'The project is anchored by an exclusive beachfront clubhouse and extensive wellness amenities designed to create a retreat-like environment,' Aldar said in a statement. 'Every aspect of the community aims to foster a mindful lifestyle, grounding residents in nature and aligning daily life with the rhythm of the sea, the seasons, and the self.'Designed by acclaimed architect Koichi Takada, with interiors by award-winning design studio M&L, Fahid Beach Terraces blends privacy and openness while optimising daylight, natural ventilation, and uninterrupted sea views, the statement said.'The Club House' will feature a state-of-the-art gym overlooking the water, fitness studios, a spa with salt relaxation zones, cold plunge pools, private treatment suites, and elegant social areas including a cinema and a private dining room.Podium-level landscaped areas will offer lush gardens, shaded yoga and meditation pavilions, three 25-metre infinity pools, and dedicated children's play spaces, the statement added. Along the waterfront promenade, the Sports Plaza will host volleyball and paddle courts, outdoor fitness areas, and wellness-themed cafés and boutiques.With direct access to the island's key attractions – including Fahid Event Plaza, Coral Drive, the boutique retail boulevard, and King's College School Wimbledon – the development is positioned to integrate wellness, design, and community living, according to the statement.The 501-unit project offers a range of luxury residences, from one- to four-bedroom apartments and duplexes to six exclusive five-bedroom penthouses, all designed with generous living areas, abundant natural light, and strong connections to the outdoors. The development targets Fitwel 2-star rating, Estidama 3 Pearl, and LEED Gold certification, in line with Fahid Island's status as the world's first Fitwel-certified island.
Open to buyers of all nationalities, Fahid Beach Terraces will be available for sale from August 27, 2025 through Aldar's sales centres in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, with further information available via Aldar's customer management channels.

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