Jekyll Island is a true sanctuary of nature, a place that will continue to flourish and welcome future generations of Georgians to enjoy because sixty-five percent of the Island is safeguarded from development. The Island has approximately 5,700 acres consisting of woodlands, pristine shorelines, and wildlife. In addition, the topography offers unparalleled views of the Intra-Coastal and Atlantic Ocean.

Conservation and preservation dictate that all visionary concepts for the developable acreage must complement the environment and be harmonious with nature and its inhabitants.

Architectural styles, building materials, and site plans will exhibit workmanship of the highest quality and innovative design concepts. An oceanfront town created around plazas, trees, walkways, and fountains will be the Island’s heart-and-soul. The town will serve as the gathering place for dining, relaxation, conventions, cultural activities, entertainment, and civic services.

The National Landmark District, with historic houses from the Gilded Age, will be reflected in the design of both the new residential and retail spaces at Jekyll Island. Courtyard residences, lofts, hotels, and carriage houses are planned in combination with retail space, beachfront sites, and wooded areas in the initial 45-acre mixed-use development. The redeveloped town center will blend well with existing styles and color palettes present on the island, and potential future redevelopment sites will be distinct in feeling whether in the oceanfront town, on the coastal waterways, in the woodlands, or near the footprint of the Jekyll Island golf facilities.

All design planning will incorporate “green” building and Light Imprint New Urbanism architecture and design practices with the goal of producing an environmentally sustainable and economically vibrant community.

The revitalization of Jekyll Island is planned for the near future and promises to transform the Golden Isle into an invaluable asset to Georgia’s economy. Its history, natural beauty, educational opportunities and cultural activities, when combined with new development, will ensure that Jekyll Island becomes the preferred coastal destination in Georgia for years to come.