Taraf and Masdar City Form Strategic Joint Venture to Deliver New Sustainable Residential Community in Abu Dhabi’s Flagship Innovation Hub
Abu Dhabi – September 3, 2025 – Taraf, the real estate division of UAE-headquartered investment holding group Yas Holding, and Masdar City, Abu Dhabi’s pioneering sustainable urban community and world-class business and technology hub, have announced the signing of a joint venture to develop a 1.4 million square meter residential community in Masdar City.
Driven by Taraf’s commitment to delivering design-led, sustainable communities, the project has been meticulously crafted to create a high-quality, human-centric environment that integrates seamlessly into the broader Masdar City vision. The development also supports Masdar City’s ambition of shaping a vibrant, sustainable destination that redefines modern living and enhances quality of life in Abu Dhabi. Designed around green spaces, shaded walkways, and cycling routes that link directly to Al Masar Park, the community will combine rare freehold ownership opportunities with modern infrastructure and lifestyle amenities setting a new benchmark for sustainable urban living in the UAE.
Low Ping, Group CEO of Yas Holding, said: “This partnership with Masdar City reflects Taraf’s strategy of shaping communities that inspire modern living where design, sustainability, and innovation come together to enrich everyday life. By delivering a project of this scale in Masdar City, we reaffirm our brand promise of design-led living while contributing to Abu Dhabi’s Falcon Economy Vision for dynamic, connected growth.”
Ahmed Baghoum, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar City, said: “Masdar City is more than a place to live, it is a destination where people can live, work, learn, and innovate in one connected, sustainable community. This partnership with Taraf reflects our vision to expand our residential offering while staying true to our mission of creating a commercially viable, low-carbon urban environment. By combining Taraf’s design-led approach with Masdar City’s proven sustainability framework, we are delivering a community that will set a new benchmark for modern living in Abu Dhabi and beyond.”
The community will feature a curated mix of 2–5-bedroom villas and townhouses, thoughtfully planned within a neighborhood cluster model that fosters social interaction, family-friendly spaces, and safe environments for children. More than 1,000 single-family homes are envisioned as part of this residential community, complemented by dedicated clubs, parks, and expansive walkable open spaces. Designed to harmoniously balance modern living with abundant greenery, the development ensures that residents enjoy convenience, wellbeing, and an active lifestyle all seamlessly connected to Masdar City’s wider ecosystem of work, play, and innovation.