Abu Dhabi: Masdar City’s Masdar Park has achieved the “Exemplar” design rating under the Estidama Public Realm Rating System. The park became the second community park in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, and the region to achieve this rating. The rating indicates that plans for Masdar Park have met or surpassed the Estidama system’s economic, environmental, social, and cultural standards for sustainability.
Masdar Park is a key component of Masdar City’s “greenprint” for sustainable urban development, which is designed to increase open green spaces, public recreational facilities, and sustainable social infrastructure projects that position Abu Dhabi as a preferred destination to live, work, and play.
This second ‘Exemplar’ rating affirms Masdar City’s commitment to sustainability, innovation, and creating solutions to climate change. Our parks are intended to be innovative, sustainable, and future-focused while meeting cultural needs and contributing to improved quality of life—all factors that contributed to its Estidama rating.
Mr. Mohamed Al Breiki, Masdar City’s executive director of sustainable real estate, shared.
Park facilities use recycled materials and include a multi-purpose sports playground, beach volleyball courts, badminton and basketball courts, and various leisure attractions and amenities. The design also features a food hall that will provide a one-of-a-kind experience for residents and visitors with different styles of cuisine, from local favourites to international brands.
The space further offers both indoor and outdoor spaces for dining and events. Additionally, Masdar Park will host Abu Dhabi’s first LEED Platinum-rated community mosque, which is designed to enhance social cohesion and quality of life in the emirate.
“The mosque was designed as a true contemporary interpretation of traditional Arabic architecture to the highest standards of sustainability in the UAE. Receiving the LEED Platinum certification confirms that the mosque has met the highest international sustainability standards and achieved high levels of efficiency,” Mr. Al Breiki added.
Mr. Sebastien Miller, Masdar City’s public realm manager, commented that “we used the most advanced sustainability practices in the design of Masdar Park, making it not only a wonderful outdoor destination for the people of Abu Dhabi but also an opportunity to learn about and experience sustainability in action. The latest Estidama rating will certainly increase community awareness of the sustainability benefits of Masdar Park. We look forward to welcoming people very soon.”
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