Saudi-based Rowad Modern Engineering has announced the successful completion of the design and execution of the Ministry of Culture’s headquarters in Diriyah, marking a landmark achievement that reflects the seamless integration of contemporary architecture with the kingdom’s rich historical identity.
The project encompassed the full scope of design and execution works, beginning with concept development and progressing through detailed engineering, including issued for Construction (IFC) drawings.
Advanced Building Information Modeling (BIM) methodologies were employed throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring high levels of coordination and precision.
In addition, sustainability measures were fully integrated in line with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards. As one of the world’s most recognized green building rating systems, LEED evaluates projects based on energy efficiency, water and material optimization, and indoor environmental quality.
The Ministry of Culture headquarters has successfully achieved LEED Gold certification, underscoring its strong sustainability credentials.
Strategically located in the heart of Diriyah - one of the Kingdom’s most significant cultural and historical destinations - the new headquarters sits near At Turaif District, a Unesco World Heritage Site.
The project aligns with national strategic priorities under Saudi Vision 2030, reinforcing the institutional presence of the cultural sector while strengthening its connection to the Kingdom’s historical roots. As the birthplace of the First Saudi State, Diriyah lends the project a unique symbolic and cultural significance.
On the achievement, CEO Eng. Mohamed Mahlab said: "This project reflects the artistic and engineering value that Rowad Modern Engineering delivers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Our approach is grounded in disciplined execution, robust technical governance, and the effective management of multidisciplinary works."
"Our approach is grounded in disciplined execution, robust technical governance, and the effective management of multidisciplinary works. When delivering projects with a strong heritage dimension, we adopt a strategic engineering methodology that prioritizes preserving the identity of the place at every stage of design and execution," he stated.
"At the same time, we ensure the delivery of practical, high-performance solutions that respect the site’s historical context and authentically showcase its character. This achievement further reinforces our position as a trusted partner for projects of strategic national importance," he added.
Architecturally, the headquarters draws inspiration from traditional Najdi design principles, reflected in its building forms, materials, and color palette. These elements are reinterpreted within a contemporary architectural framework that achieves a refined balance between authenticity and modernity.
The project is carefully integrated into Diriyah’s urban fabric, embodying a broader vision of reviving and celebrating Najdi architectural heritage in a modern institutional context.
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