Client: Confidential
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Services Provided: Architecture, Engineering, Landscape Design & Supervision
Total Built-up Area: 950 m²
Construction Cost: US $1,200,000
Starting Date: 2016
Completion Date: 2018
Challenge:
This private residence in Riyadh sought to capture the grandeur of Andalusian and Moorish architecture while seamlessly integrating it into a modern residential setting. The challenge was to preserve the richness and intricacy of traditional Islamic design elements—such as arches, courtyards, and geometric massing—while ensuring functionality, privacy, and a contemporary flow of spaces. Additionally, the project required a landscape approach that reflected the historical significance of Islamic gardens, creating an immersive experience that extended beyond architecture.
Approach:
Designed by Dar Al Omran - Rasem Badran (DAO-Badran), the residence was structured around two primary axes, separating the formal guest and service areas from the private family quarters, ensuring a clear distinction between public and intimate spaces. The repetitive use of arches, a signature of Andalusian architecture, created a harmonious rhythm across the façade, reinforcing a sense of elegance and continuity. The landscape design was inspired by the lush gardens of Alhambra, incorporating water features, shaded walkways, and native flora to evoke the tranquility and grandeur of classical Islamic landscapes. The architectural detailing, from intricate ornamentation to carefully proportioned courtyards, ensured that traditional craftsmanship met modern engineering precision.
Impact:
This private residence redefines contemporary Islamic architecture, demonstrating that heritage and innovation can coexist seamlessly. By honoring Andalusian influences while incorporating modern living standards, the project creates a timeless sanctuary that resonates with cultural depth and architectural refinement. Through its carefully curated spatial planning, material authenticity, and landscape integration, the residence stands as a distinguished example of how the architectural legacies of the past continue to inspire and enrich modern residential design in Riyadh.
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