The Maldives Floating City (MFC), an innovative collaboration between Maldivian government, Waterstudio and Dutch Docklands, offers a groundbreaking response to the pressing need for climate-resilient urban solutions in the Maldives. Guided by a structured framework of ten foundational parameters, the MFC seamlessly integrates environmental preservation with economic growth, adapting sustainable urban practices to an offshore setting uniquely suited to the Maldives’ geographic and climatic context. This chapter examines the MFC’s development through these ten core principles, which shaped its design, operational strategies, and adaptive approaches. The framework addresses critical aspects of floating urbanism, including resilience to sea-level rise, ecological harmony, community inclusivity, and renewable energy systems. Key features—such as modular spatial design, wave-buffering barrier island reefs, and robust socioeconomic integration—highlight the project’s potential to achieve long-term urban sustainability. By applying these guiding principles, the MFC establishes a replicable model for future floating developments, adaptable to various environmental and cultural contexts. This holistic approach not only consolidates the project’s critical components but also paves the way for the widespread adoption of floating and amphibious technologies, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of climate-adaptive urban design.