Update on the Developement of the Abu Dhabi Public Realm Reduced

“UPDATE ON THE DEVELOPMENT
OF THE ABU DHABI PUBLIC REALM”
February 10, 2015
ABU DHABI CITY MUNICIPALITY
PARKS & RECREATIONAL FACILITIES DIVISION

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EVOLUTION OF PUBLIC REALM
(FROM THE MILLENIUM –
15 YRS OF DEVELOPMENT…)
UPDATE ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF ABU DHABI PUBLIC REALM

EVOLUTION OF PUBLIC REALM:    3 STAGES OF DEVELOPMENT
1) Beautification green space – focused on city image characterised by
an emphasis on soft landscape assets, especially trees, lawns and
flowers over extensive areas.
Examples: The Corniche, Picnic Parks, &  Bainuna Street.
2) Responding to community needs ‐ characterised by development of
neighbourhood parks, playgrounds and facilities.
Examples: Sector Neighbourhood Parks & Corniche Activation.
3) 2030 Plan / PRDM – characterised by even greater emphasis on
community needs, sustainability (Estidama) and focus on design
quality and integrity responding to PRDM.
Examples: Central Markets Square, Khalifa City Parks & Mohammed Bin
Zayed City Parks & Streetscapes.

Stage 1: Abu Dhabi Corniche

Stage 1 – Abu Dhabi Corniche

6Abu Dhabi City Landscape Master PlanStage 1: Bainuna Street

Stage 2: Picnic Parks

Stage 2: Neighbourhood Parks

10Abu Dhabi City Landscape Master PlanStage 2: Neighbourhood Parks

Stage 2/3: Corniche Activation

Stage 3: Central Markets Plaza

Stage 3: Khalifa City Neighbourhood Parks

Stage 3: Khalifa City
Neighbourhood Parks

18Abu Dhabi City Landscape Master PlanStage 3: Khalifa City Neighbourhood Parks

19Abu Dhabi City Landscape Master PlanStage 3: Khalifa City Neighbourhood Parks

Stage 3: Mohammed Bin Zayed City
Neighbourhood Parks

Stage 3: Mohammed Bin Zayed City Neighbourhood Parks

Stage 3: Mohammed Bin Zayed
City Neighbourhood Parks

24Abu Dhabi City Landscape Master PlanStage 3: Streetscape Improvements

Stage 3: Streetscape Improvements

EVOLUTION OF PUBLIC REALM
(NEXT 15 YRS AND BEYOND…)

Abu Dhabi Vision 2030

Vision 2030 ‐ Agencies’ Initiatives

Completed Initiatives / Strategies

DMA Lighting Specification: November 2011
Printed in both booklet format and electronic versions for issue to Abu Dhabi’s
Consultants, Developers and Stakeholders
The Lighting Levels & Specifications were officially issued under DMA Decree‐39, April
2012 to cover the entire Emirate: All Municipalities, DoT, Developers, Consultants,
Contractors and Suppliers must adhere to the criteria for public projects

The Abu Dhabi Public Realm & Street Lighting Handbook

• 500‐pages of detailed information: lighting basics, terms and lighting
technology overview.
• It provides specific detailed design advice/options/do’s & don'ts for every
aspect of exterior lighting design and application and is aimed at all members
of the design chain.
• It has been written in plain, clear text with extensive use of diagrams and local
photographs to show relevant and easy to understand examples
• It co‐ordinates fully with the DMA Lighting Specifications and other relevant
local standards and provides enhanced advice on how to meet project brief
criteria.
• It can replace many of the numerous current International guides listed in
documents and is specific to the requirements of Abu Dhabi and the region. A
first for the Middle East.
• It is available in electronic format for free, with printed versions also planned.

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Irrigation Master Plan and Standards

ADM Strategic Public Realm Projects

Abu Dhabi City – Landscape Master Plan

Landscape Master Plan - Main Goals and Objectives
Goals
&
Objectives
• To protect and improve open space provision in terms of quality, quantity,
accessibility and safety;
• To improve linkages within and between the open space network;
• To encourage and promote healthy and active lifestyles and greater social
inclusion;
• To ensure open spaces enhance the quality of the local environment
• To provide a clear framework for investment priorities and action.
• To improve in the quality of landscape design and landscape architecture
associated with future developments and area regeneration; and,
• To create network of accessible, high quality open spaces and sport and
recreation facilities which meet the needs of residents and visitors, are fit
for purpose and economically and environmentally sustainable;

Parks and Open Spaces - Typical Integrated Framework
Urban
Plan
Parks & Open Spaces
Master plan
Site Management Plans
Design, Construct
& Maintain
Activate
• Details specific design and construction
requirements for each park and ensures
parks are well-maintained and activated
• Sets the overarching strategy and goals for all
parks and outlines a high-level action plan for
design, construction, maintenance, management,
revenue generation and activation of parks
• Sets general city guidelines, principles, policies and
schemes for planning land use and infrastructure
development
Community Consultation
 Community consultation drives the
creation of urban plans, parks and open
spaces Master plan and specific site
management plans
 Community consultation is used to assess
whether quality outcomes are delivered.

Landscape Master Plan - Expected Outcomes
Level 1
• Comprehensive Plan for Development & Improvement of Open Spaces
• Prioritisation Plan based on short, medium and long term Objectives.
• Comprehensive Plan for Management, Activation & Revenue Generation
Level 2
• Action, Phasing & Implementation Plans including Quick Wins
• Investment Plan, including Investment Programming & Funding.
• Review and Monitor Processes.
Level 3
• Landscape Asset Management Plan including Protection Strategies
• Customer Satisfaction Measurement & Management Plan

ADM Landscape and Public Realm Guidelines,
Standards, Manuals and Specifications

Introduction
Project BackgroundIn line with the with the principles for sustainable development set out in
the following Government initiatives and manuals :
• Abu Dhabi 2030 Urban Structure Framework Plan (UPC),
• Estidama principles,
• Abu Dhabi Environmental Strategy 2030 (EAD)
• UPC – Urban Street Design Manual (USDM),
• UPC – Public Realm Design Manual (PRDM),
• UPC – Utility Corridors Design Manual (UCDM),
• DOT – Walking and Cycling Master Plan (WCMP),
ADM needs to produce a set of volumes addressing guidelines, standards,
manuals and specifications for design, construction, management and
maintenance of the public realm in Abu Dhabi City.

Project Goal and Objectives
GOAL To define requirements for sustainability, quality, safety and
accessibility of the Abu Dhabi landscape/public realm.
 To define the best practice and identify benchmarks for
landscape/public realm guidelines, standards, manuals and
specifications.
 To define minimum standards and guidelines for design and delivery
of landscape/public realm schemes;
 To define minimum standards for materials and workmanship of
landscape/public realm schemes;
 To define minimum standards for the operations, management and
maintenance of landscape/public realm schemes;
 To define the roles, responsibilities and procedures related to PRFD
consultants.
OBJECTIVES

Project Expected Outcomes
OUTCOMES
Design guidelines and standards for use by private and public
entities engaged in the delivery and operations and maintenance of
Technical specifications related to the constructed elements of the
public realm for use by private and public entities engaged in the
delivery of landscape/public realm schemes;
Maintenance guidelines and standards for use by private and public
entities engaged in the asset management and maintenance of
Practical guidance for ADM Consultants engaged in the delivery of
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3
2

Project Expected Outcomes
SUPPORTING STUDIES

Project Status: Data Collection

Other Studies and Manuals

DRAFT

Paving Design Guidelines: Character Mapping

Paving Design Guidelines: Process

Paving Design Guidelines: Paving Guidance

56Abu Dhabi City Landscape Master PlanPaving Design Implementation

DRAFT

Native Planting:
Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street

Native Planting: Yas Link Road

YAS TUNNEL
SECTION 3
YAS BRIDGE
SECTION 3:
1,450m
SECTION 2:
985m
SECTION 2
SECTION 1 SECTION 1:
1,165m
Native Planting: Yas Link Road

Native Planting:
Yas Link Road

Native Planting Species Tested
Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street
• Leptadenia pyrotechnica
• Aerva javanica
• Farsetia aegyptica
• Crotalaria aegyptica
• Ochradenus aucheri
• Pulicaria glutinosa
• Tephrosia apollina
• Convolvulus Virgatus
• Ochradenus arabicus
Yas Link Road
• Leptadenia pyrotechnica
• Aerva javanica
• Farsetia aegyptica
• Crotalaria aegyptica
• Ochradenus aucheri
• Tephrosia nubica
• Tephrosia apollina
• Convolvulus Virgatus
• Teucrium stockisanum boiss

THANK YOU

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