Room 103
Come hear about SHA Island, a new project by IMKAN Properties. This development, situated on a unique private island between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, is called the world's first healthy living island. SHA Residences Emirates integrates beachfront residences, a wellness clinic, a health resort, and several pavilions dedicated to health and wellbeing.
- Hear about new and innovative amenities and learn how to implement them
- Learn how to integrate residences with healthy facilities
- Discover how to adapt to an already natural environment

Muhammad Jawad Ur Rehman, CPM®, MRICS
Property Management Specialist, IREM® Instructor
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The lecture focused on providing an overview of the Shah-Iron Project and the UAE Chapter of IRON. Here's a detailed summary of the content discussed:
1. Introduction to Shah-Iron Project
- The session began with an introduction to the Shah-Iron Project, emphasizing its goal to create a unique wellness-focused development in the UAE.
- The project involves the construction of an island known as Shah Island, marketed as the world's healthiest living island.
- The project aims to be completed by the end of 2026 and focuses on integrating health, well-being, and sustainability.
2. Shah Island Concept and Development
- Developers and Vision: The project is led by Kirsten Karl, an Abu Dhabi-based developer, in collaboration with other stakeholders. The vision is to develop a wellness center and healthy resort that does not currently exist anywhere in the world.
- SHA Wellness Center: Shah is a brand known for its focus on health and wellness. It originated in Spain and has expanded to Mexico, with plans for further locations.
- The SHA method incorporates nine areas of health and well-being, including nutrition, brain health, and integrative medicine, aiming to create an ecosystem for self-healing and wellness.
3. Details of the Island and its Amenities
- Location: The project is located on Arjot Island, covering approximately 3.8 million square meters, with Shah Island occupying 500,000 square meters of this area.