Do you think your island is cool? You won’t after you see Aiola Island, a bowl-shaped island located in the middle of the river Mur in the city of Graz, Austria. Built by New York architect Vito Acconci in 2003, the island sports a cafe, bar, sun bathing area, and nightclub. The island serves the important role of bridging both sides of the river, and even lights up at night! See more pictures after the jump.
In keeping with a trend among Middle Eastern countries to build islands, a Bahrainian developer has announced plans to create a 776 square mile mile along the country’s northeast coast. Accurately dubbed ‘Health Island’, the island will feature numerous health care units as well as a luxury hotel and boutique. 50% of the island will supposedly be reserved for beaches, private homes, and businesses. Included in Health Island’s repertoire of medical facilities include an alternative medicines facility, a diabetes treatment center, and a women’s hospital.
Developers are hoping the island will bring more tourists to Bahrain, which is geared towards patients in Europe and the Far East. Health Island will be constructed over the next 36 months and is backed by Ithmaar Development Company (IDC). It will cost a whopping $1.6 Billion.