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January 2, 2026

Riyadh

Architectural firm RMJM has presented its latest mixed-use project in Riyadh’s Al Qairawan district. The development is characterised by a contemporary interpretation of Salmani design principles, using textured façades and vertical fins to manage the local climate. By breaking the massing into a collection of varied volumes, the design incorporates green terraces and shaded pedestrian colonnades at street level.
New Murabba has formalised a strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Municipalities and Housing to streamline urban development in Riyadh. The agreement covers land use integration, green space expansion and the adoption of global best practices for infrastructure. By aligning architectural identities and smart city strategies, the two bodies aim to deliver a sustainable modern downtown. The deal also focuses on traffic safety and community participation as part of the broader Saudi Vision 2030.
Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) and Dedicated Housing Company (DHC) have announced a new partnership to develop a hospitality-inspired residential community in Riyadh's Al Malaz district. The development will consist of over 450 serviced residential units and 1,600 beds across two plots totalling 13,000 square metres. The project is an example of Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), aimed at linking high-quality living with key transportation infrastructure to create more connected and sustainable urban areas.
New Murabba, a Public Investment Fund company, and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Washington, D.C., establishing a framework to explore collaboration in sustainable urban development. The agreement focuses on applying global sustainability frameworks like LEED across the New Murabba project. New Murabba has also joined the USGBC as a Platinum member, signalling a deep commitment to sustainability leadership in creating a new destination in Riyadh.
Riyadh-based developer Liwan Real Estate Development has announced Liwan Najd, a SAR 4.5 billion ($948 million) mixed-use development, at Cityscape Global 2025. The project will feature approximately 2,500 residential units across various types, located next to the Al Yarmuk Metro Station in the Granada District. Spanning 151,308 sqm with a 600,000 sqm built-up area, over 60% of the project will be dedicated to open and landscaped areas.
Dar Al Majed Real Estate has entered a major partnership with the Jadwa 47 Fund, managed by Jadwa Investment Company, to build a high-quality mixed-use project in Riyadh. The development, located on King Salman Road next to the SABB station, covers over 8000 square meters. Its estimated total development cost is approximately one billion riyals. Dar Al Majed will act as the exclusive developer and holds an option to invest 50 million riyals in the fund

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