ricardo bofill's fragmented monumentality defines upcoming royal arts complex in riyadh
Briefly

Ricardo Bofill Taller de Arquitectura reveals a masterplan for the Royal Arts Complex (RAC) in Riyadh, creating a cultural hub in King Salman Park. The facility, comprising thirteen components including theaters and art studios, caters to various cultural aspects while promoting education. The architectural design, utilizing warm desert tones and balancing light and shade, reflects Riyadh's climate and connects the urban landscape with natural surroundings. This initiative not only revitalizes a former military site but also serves as a self-sustaining cultural ecosystem.
The Royal Arts Complex at King Salman Park reimagines a military site into a vibrant cultural hub with diverse venues supporting Riyadh's artistic and educational life.
The Royal Arts Complex design embodies a response to Riyadh's climate, using warm desert tones to create harmony with the surroundings while providing shade and light control.
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