Saudi Architecture Map: A New Path to Quality of Life

In mid-Ramadan 2025, His Royal Highness Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz launched the Saudi Architecture Map, which defines nineteen architectural styles inspired by the Kingdom’s geographic and cultural characteristics. This initiative forms part of his efforts to celebrate Saudi Arabia’s built heritage, enhance quality of life, and advance the urban […]

Key Reforms to Stabilize Riyadh’s Real Estate Market

Riyadh City

Comprehensive Price-Stabilization DirectiveCrown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman ordered a suite of measures to curb soaring land and rental costs in Riyadh, based on a detailed Royal Commission and economic council study. Land-Transaction Restrictions LiftedRestrictions on sales, purchases, subdivisions, and building permits have been removed in two additional northern districts (17 km² and […]

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces the launch of Holiday Inn Express brand in Saudi Arabia

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 17 April 2023: IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies with more than 6,000 hotels, across 18 distinct brands, has signed a management agreement with Riyadh-based ALWOROUD Company to bring one of the world’s largest and most loved hotel brands, Holiday Inn Express, to the Kingdom. The latest signing […]

ABG Headquarters: A New Icon on King Salman Road

A striking new landmark tower has risen along Riyadh’s ambitious King Salman Road corridor, with the inauguration today of the ABG Headquarters, developed by Al Woroud Real Estate Investments. Encompassing 23,307 m² of premium office space, the building seamlessly marries traditional Salmani architecture with state-of-the-art technologies. Drawing inspiration from the region’s rich heritage, the tower’s […]