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is holding the Traditional Architecture Gathering in the historic At-Turaif District in Diriyah, between October 23 and 30, under the theme “Traditional Najdi Architecture”, a DGDA press release ...
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Eid al-Adha is just around the corner, bringing with it a joyful atmosphere and festive spirit across Riyadh. The city comes ...
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An all-new museum is coming to Diriyah
The Asaan Museum aims to engage both local and international visitors with Saudi culture and heritage… For all lovers of heritage, a new cultural hotspot is all set to open in Diriyah in the coming ...
Among them, Huda Ali Al Neb reimagined Najdi architecture with vibrant hues, challenging the traditional view of colorless mudbrick homes. Mohammed Aljuraybi portrayed a potter at work ...
as well as the museum's traditional construction techniques and materials," said Zaha Hadid Architects. "Centred around three shaded courtyards, a defining feature of the local Najdi architecture ...
The 40,000-sq-m development will display cultural artefacts and art, exploring traditional crafts, customs and social values through exhibitions, workshops and activities. Inspired by the vernacular ...
Designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, the museum’s architecture draws inspiration from traditional Najdi design, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s rich architectural and cultural heritage. Developed under the ...
Founded in 2021, the Um Slaim Collective examines the evolution of traditional Najdi architecture in central Riyadh, blending preservation with contemporary practices. The exhibition uses archival and ...