Design & Architecture

Report: Coronavirus shakes up “traditional central cities” and prompts new urban planning

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25/01/2022

New Residential Complexes

The Saudi Road Code recommends allocating 5% of commercial street parking spaces for electric vehicles

The General Authority for Roads confirmed that the recommendation includes equipping these parking lots with charging stations, as part of a standardized system designed to improve efficiency and safety.

Al-Dir'iya Company Announces the Award of Construction Contracts Worth 2.729 Billion Riyals for the Development of Residential and Hospitality Projects

The two contracts call for the construction of five luxury hotels and three hotel-apartment buildings in Al-Dir'iya Square as part of tourism and residential expansion plans.

Architectural Design in the Makkah Region

Mecca’s Architecture: “Rawashin” Tells a Story of History and Identity, While Looking Toward the Future

Saudi Council of Engineers - Saudi Building Code

The Engineers Association Announces the Opening of Registration for the 4th International Engineering Conference

«The Saudi Council of Engineers launches a program to develop the capabilities of engineering offices.

A program targeting engineering establishments with training, consulting, and investment opportunities to enhance their readiness for growth, competition, and tenders.

Najran's wooden doors... a tale of craftsmanship that tells the story of the beauty of mud-brick architecture

Its decorative details and traditional components reveal the skill of Najran's carpenters and their role in documenting mud architecture and social life.

The Royal Commission for Riyadh City: Implementation of a bridge and tunnel at the intersection of Al-Thumama Road and Al-Sahaba Road

A traffic diversion will begin on September 12, 2026, as part of an 8-kilometer development project to increase capacity and improve traffic flow east of Riyadh.

Developing a technological system that employs artificial intelligence in reviewing architectural projects in the Eastern Province.

The «SARV» platform, which is registered royally, supports the analysis of architectural projects and accelerates their review in accordance with Saudi architectural standards and increases decision efficiency.

Launch of the Second Edition of the 2026 Infrastructure Award... Learn About the Categories and Submission Deadlines

The award will accept submissions from August 30 to October 15, 2026, across six categories: contractors, service providers, research, sustainability, and innovation.

The Mud-Brick Gates Along the Northern Border: Testaments to the Richness of Local Heritage

The gateways of the mud-brick buildings along the northern border reveal the interplay between function, protection, and identity, and embody Lina’s history and its commercial and urban significance.

The Governor of Jazan Directs the Development of the Urban Landscape in Accordance with Saudi Architectural Design Guidelines

A virtual workshop to train field supervisors on the application of design guidelines, thereby enhancing local urban identity, the quality of implementation, and sustainability.

The Landscape of Saudi Architecture: How Does It Affect the Kingdom's Construction and Urban Development Sectors?

The Saudi Architecture Map represents a significant step aimed at highlighting the architectural diversity that reflects the geographical and cultural characteristics of each region in the Kingdom.

The Heritage Authority Registers 9,586 Assets in the National Register of Architectural Heritage

The new registration brings the total number of heritage urban assets in the Kingdom to 59,586, while strengthening their protection and documentation and supporting their use for development purposes.

The village of Al-Yanfa… a heritage destination that tells a story spanning more than 3,000 years and embodies the authenticity of Saudi architecture

It features historic wells, burial sites, and mosques, and showcases advanced hydraulic and agricultural engineering, making it a tourist and cultural destination in Asir.

Stone Architecture in Taif: An Architectural Legacy That Preserves the Area’s Identity and Enhances Its Tourist Appeal

Taif’s stone houses and castles are scattered throughout the mountains and valleys, bearing witness to the region’s history and serving as a resource that boosts cultural tourism and the local economy.

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