Taraf And Masdar City Launch Fay Hills Sustainable Residential Masterplan

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Taraf, the real estate division of Yas Holding, has entered into a strategic partnership with Masdar City to deliver Fay Hills, a 153-acre residential masterplan shaped around sustainability, wellness and human-centred living.

Located within Masdar City, Fay Hills is envisioned as a low-density, thoughtfully planned community comprising four interconnected residential villages. The neighbourhoods will be linked by shaded green corridors, landscaped parks and curated water features, creating a walkable, nature-integrated environment that promotes balance, wellbeing and long-term liveability.

Design-Led Living Within A Sustainable Urban Framework

The masterplan brings together Taraf’s design-driven development philosophy with Masdar City’s established sustainability framework, resulting in a calm, future-ready residential destination. Emphasis has been placed on human-scale design, environmental responsibility and seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor living, reinforcing the project’s commitment to quality of life and low-impact urban development.

As part of the joint venture, the partners have also launched Fay Gardens, the first village and Phase One of the Fay Hills masterplan.

Fay Gardens Launches As Phase One

Spanning 33 acres, Fay Gardens will introduce 130 design-led villas ranging from four to six bedrooms. The homes are organised around three signature parks, Terra, Aria and Azura, each curated to deliver a distinct lifestyle experience, from social gathering spaces and active zones to tranquil, nature-focused settings.

The neighbourhood reflects the core principles underpinning Fay Hills, including walkable streets, abundant greenery, shaded communal areas and fluid indoor–outdoor living environments designed to support modern family life.

Low Ping, Group CEO of Yas Holding, said: “Our joint venture with Masdar City marks an important milestone for Taraf. Fay Hills reflects our shared ambition to shape communities where design, wellbeing, and innovation enrich everyday life. This development brings a new level of quality and calm to modern living in Abu Dhabi.”

Ahmed Baghoum, CEO of Masdar City, added: “This partnership brings together Taraf’s design vision and Masdar City’s sustainability expertise to deliver a residential community that exemplifies low-carbon living. Fay Hills strengthens our commitment to creating inclusive, future-focused neighbourhoods.”

A New Benchmark For Sustainable Residential Communities

Beyond Fay Gardens, the wider Fay Hills masterplan will offer a curated mix of villas and townhouses arranged within walkable neighbourhood clusters. These will be enriched by extensive green spaces, pocket parks and community amenities designed to encourage active lifestyles, social interaction and a strong connection to nature.

The development further reinforces Masdar City’s position as a global reference point for sustainable urban living, while reflecting Taraf’s and Yas Holding’s continued commitment to delivering thoughtful, design-led communities that generate long-term value for Abu Dhabi and its residents.