About Saudi architecture:
Saudi architecture is a vivid reflection of the cultural and geographical identity of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The building styles varied between traditional and Islamic styles, and their features differed according to the regions and the characteristics of each climatic,
The Kingdom’s vision 2030 has paid great attention to the national architectural heritage, as His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince, launched the Saudi Architecture Map, which included 19 architectural styles inspired by the geographical, environmental and cultural features of the Kingdom. This map aims to link the urban design and development process with the painted architectural identity of each geographical region, in a way that enhances national identity and supports sustainability.
These architectural standards and foundations have been carefully and flexibly set to facilitate their implementation by real estate developers without imposing additional burdens, and in accordance with the Saudi Building Code and its technical requirements.
Saudi Architecture Today:
Saudi architecture has evolved in the modern era to become a harmonious blend of authenticity and modernity, highlighting traditional elements within contemporary designs that reflect the kingdom’s significant urban development and its emulation of the most prominent international architectural experiences, while preserving the spirit of the place and the national identity.
The main objectives of the Saudi Architecture Map are:
1. Preserving Saudi architectural identity and enhancing its authenticity in the urban landscape.
2. Achieving sustainability principles in planning and design through optimal use of resources and reducing waste
3. Providing a primary reference for designers and real estate developers to highlight the spirit and values of Saudi Arabia in their urban projects.
4. Enhancing tourist attraction by showcasing the diversity of unique architectural features of each region of the kingdom.
- 1The Saudi architectural map reflects the kingdom’s drive to enhance cultural and geographical diversity, and achieve a delicate balance between heritage and contemporary design, with a focus on sustainability and the creation of a sophisticated local urban environment that combines the authenticity of the past with the civilization of the future, making the kingdom a global model to be emulated in blending modernity and roots.
- From this perspective, Syad seeks to provide innovative and sustainable real estate solutions that focus on customer needs and support the aspirations of society and the national economy. Syad is also committed to keeping pace the Saudi architectural landscape in all its cultural and architectural styles, so that its projects truly reflect the spirit and identity of the kingdom and contribute significantly to achieving Saudi vision 2030.
