Why is this sailing hotel in Palm Island designed like this?

In order to embody Arab culture and symbols.

The design of Palm Island is inspired by palm trees, the most typical plant in Arabian Peninsula. Palm trees have important symbolic significance in Arab culture and are regarded as symbols of life, prosperity and eternity. The island is designed in the shape of palm trees, aiming to present this cultural feature through architectural and landscape elements. Each palm leaf is covered with villas facing the sea, so that each house can face the sea on both sides, providing residents with magnificent seascape and private living environment.