Floor-to-Area Ratio (FAR) is the most apt litmus test for assessing the density and quality of life in a development. Spanning 18.62 square kilometres, Dubai Islands will have a Gross Floor Area (GFA) of only 1,149,000 square metres, resulting in a…
Floor-to-Area Ratio (FAR) is the most apt litmus test for assessing the density and quality of life in a development. Spanning 18.62 square kilometres, Dubai Islands will have a Gross Floor Area (GFA) of only 1,149,000 square metres, resulting in a remarkably low FAR of only 0.6%. In comparison, Palm Jebel Ali sits at 0.8% and the original Palm Jumeirah is at 1.2%. This means the concrete footprint surrounding a resident in Dubai Islands is significantly lower—effectively half that of the original Palm. For an investor, this translates to more open spaces, a more vibrant lifestyle, and an "idyllic island destination" feel that is increasingly rare in a city of high-rises. Lower concrete density directly correlates with higher livability and long-term capital appreciation.
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