MAMSHA GARDENS, SAAYIDAT ISLAND

Commissioned by Aldar, ACME has worked in the Saadiyat Cultural District since 2022. We are delighted to celebrate the launch of Mamsha Gardens, a residential-led scheme in Abu Dhabi’s most sought-after neighbourhood, right next to the Abu Dhabi Louvre, the Guggenheim, the Abrahamic House, the Natural History Museum and the Zayed National Museum.

Mamsha Gardens comprises seven buildings and 493 luxury homes surrounded by lush gardens. The design builds upon the beachfront context, maximizing inbuild shading and fluid transitions between interior and landscape. Three building typologies are alternated to maximize sea and garden views without overlooking. The podium perimeter is planted extensively to create a soft transition from Mamsha Drive to the interior courtyards. Landscaped gardens feature water-efficient irrigation systems and native plants, ensuring that the landscape thrives with minimal resource consumption.

Working with the placemaking team, we have developed a retail and restaurant strategy for Mamsha Drive that makes this a shaded local high street linking communities to the Guggenheim park with a diverse mix of restaurants with outdoor terraces, cafés, and shops.

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Mamsha Gardens draws inspiration from the natural surroundings of the island and boasts signature landscaped gardens in which residents can relax and unwind. The gardens will feature water-efficient irrigation systems and a selection of native plant species, ensuring that the landscape thrives with minimal resource consumption.

The development features seven residential buildings comprising 493 homes thoughtfully designed with premium finishes and fittings. The development features a range of amenities, including two centrally located pavilions with gyms, yoga, Pilates and meditation rooms, as well as swimming pools, kids’ play areas, a multi-use games area, underground parking, bike storage, and residents’ lounges with workspaces and lounge seating. 

Mamsha Gardens will also include restaurants with outdoor dining terraces and shops, as well as a community theatre and separate retail underground parking. The locations of each of these spaces have been strategically designed to attract foot traffic and provide a vibrant social space while affording residents the utmost privacy.

In line with Aldar’s goals to promote sustainable living and building practices, the development is targeting a 3 Pearl Estidama rating and a 3-star rating from Fitwel - the world’s leading certification system for optimising building health and wellness outcomes. 50% of both retail and residential parking will be EV ready, and residents will have several pedestrian routes to explore.

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