Construction has commenced on the Asaan Misk Heritage Museum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects. This cultural institution, located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of At-Turaif, emphasizes the preservation of Saudi cultural heritage. Inspired by traditional Najdi architecture, the museum employs adobe construction using locally-produced mud-bricks, adapted to the desert's environment. The museum aims to be a symbol of heritage within a walkable city plan, featuring shaded courtyards and landscaped gardens for enhanced public engagement and environmental sustainability.
The Asaan Museum is a new cultural institution in Riyadh designed to preserve and celebrate Saudi Arabia's rich heritage, utilizing traditional Najdi architecture.
Zaha Hadid Architects' Asaan, made from local clay mud-bricks, marks the first use of adobe construction by the firm, optimized for the desert climate.
Situated in Diriyah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the museum embodies cultural significance, part of the city’s masterplan promoting sustainability and walkability.
The museum's design includes shaded courtyards and landscaped spaces, enhancing both the cultural experience and climate adaptability in its architectural approach.
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