Immersive ‘Diriyah experience' to open in London's Knightsbridge
JEDDAH: A pavilion hoping to attract investment in the development of historic Diriyah will open in London's prestigious Knightsbridge borough next month.
The Diriyah Experience House, at One Hyde Park, will feature the project masterplan for the city, which is projected to welcome more than 50 million visitors annually by 2030. Interactive content will allow visitors to explore the scheme in more detail.
Jerry Inzerillo, group CEO of Diriyah Company, said: 'We are thrilled to launch the Diriyah Experience House in the heart of London. Through this global platform, our team will share the story of Diriyah in a way that reflects its stature on the world stage — supporting our international outreach as we build one of the world's most iconic destinations rooted in the Kingdom's deep history and rich cultural heritage.'
The pavilion is set to have its official opening in early July, in collaboration with Sotheby's International Realty, which will operate the venue.
It follows a successful month-long event held in London in July 2024, which highlighted the plans for Diriyah and was accompanied by an intensive promotional campaign across the British capital.
The efforts aim to elevate Diriyah's global profile as the birthplace of Saudi Arabia and attract increased international interest in its investment potential.
Diriyah Art Futures also recently concluded 'The Light Footprint' exhibition at Venice's Querini Stampalia Foundation. Held in collaboration with Italian architecture firm Schiattarella Associati, it coincided with the opening of the Venice Biennale of Architecture 2025.
Curated by Marta Francocci, the exhibition explored the design and conceptual development of DAF's innovative Riyadh headquarters, an architectural landmark inspired by Najdi tradition and sustainable design. It highlighted the fusion of cultural heritage with technological advancement through models, sketches, videos and archive materials.
Developed by the Saudi Museums Commission, DAF is envisioned as a global hub for art, science and education. 'The Light Footprint' was also featured in the collective exhibition, 'Intelligens Naturale, Artificiale,' curated by Carlo Ratti as part of the biennale's official program.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Arab News
9 hours ago
- Arab News
Immersive ‘Diriyah experience' to open in London's Knightsbridge
JEDDAH: A pavilion hoping to attract investment in the development of historic Diriyah will open in London's prestigious Knightsbridge borough next month. The Diriyah Experience House, at One Hyde Park, will feature the project masterplan for the city, which is projected to welcome more than 50 million visitors annually by 2030. Interactive content will allow visitors to explore the scheme in more detail. Jerry Inzerillo, group CEO of Diriyah Company, said: 'We are thrilled to launch the Diriyah Experience House in the heart of London. Through this global platform, our team will share the story of Diriyah in a way that reflects its stature on the world stage — supporting our international outreach as we build one of the world's most iconic destinations rooted in the Kingdom's deep history and rich cultural heritage.' The pavilion is set to have its official opening in early July, in collaboration with Sotheby's International Realty, which will operate the venue. It follows a successful month-long event held in London in July 2024, which highlighted the plans for Diriyah and was accompanied by an intensive promotional campaign across the British capital. The efforts aim to elevate Diriyah's global profile as the birthplace of Saudi Arabia and attract increased international interest in its investment potential. Diriyah Art Futures also recently concluded 'The Light Footprint' exhibition at Venice's Querini Stampalia Foundation. Held in collaboration with Italian architecture firm Schiattarella Associati, it coincided with the opening of the Venice Biennale of Architecture 2025. Curated by Marta Francocci, the exhibition explored the design and conceptual development of DAF's innovative Riyadh headquarters, an architectural landmark inspired by Najdi tradition and sustainable design. It highlighted the fusion of cultural heritage with technological advancement through models, sketches, videos and archive materials. Developed by the Saudi Museums Commission, DAF is envisioned as a global hub for art, science and education. 'The Light Footprint' was also featured in the collective exhibition, 'Intelligens Naturale, Artificiale,' curated by Carlo Ratti as part of the biennale's official program.
Al Arabiya
12 hours ago
- Al Arabiya
MBC Group receives top honors at Al Dana Drama Awards
MBC Group received several awards at the Al Dana Awards 2025, with two of its standout Saudi productions being recognized in the top of their category as excellent Arabic-language original content and storytelling. Both television drama, Share' Al A'sha (Al Asha Street), and the hit comedy series, Yawmiyat Rajol Anis (Diaries of a Bachelor) – broadcast on MBC TV channels and streamed on Shahid during Ramadan this year – received accolades. While Share' Al A'sha was named the best social series in recognition of its powerful narrative and cultural impact, Yawmiyat Rajol Anis secured the title of best comedy series. Additionally, Share' Al A'sha also earned the audience choice award for best series, while Khaled Saqer was recognized as best actor for his performance as Abu Ibrahim. Lama Abdulwahab received the award for best actress in the audience choice category for her portrayal of Aziza, which has gained incredible popularity across the region. The Al Dana Drama Awards 2025 ceremony was held as part of the 17th Gulf Radio and Television Festival, organized by Bahrain's Ministry of Information in cooperation with the Gulf Radio and Television Organization (GRTO). The annual event honors outstanding achievements in television and drama across the Arab world across a range of competitive categories.
Arab News
13 hours ago
- Arab News
Music festival celebrates Franco-Saudi ties
RIYADH: A music festival celebrating the cultural ties between France and Saudi Arabia will take place in Riyadh, Alkhobar and Jeddah from June 20-26. Organized by the French embassy in Saudi Arabia in collaboration with the Alliance Francaise, the Saudi Music Hub, Unstable, Hayy Jameel and MDL Beast, the Fete de la Musique will use a shared love of music to bring diverse audiences together. Since its inception in France in 1982, the Fete de la Musique has evolved into a global celebration and now takes place in more than 120 countries. True to its founding principle of making music accessible to all, free of charge, it has become a powerful platform for cultural dialogue. The 2025 edition features a diverse and eclectic line-up, highlighting the vibrancy of both the French and Saudi music scenes. French artists such as Karimouche, a bold, socially engaged voice in word and song, and DJ SONGE, a producer known for immersive Afro-futuristic electronic sets, will share the stage with Saudi talent such as Kosh, a beatmaker who fuses traditional rhythms with deep electronic bass, and Seera, a rising star on the local rock scene. Each host city will offer a distinctive atmosphere. Riyadh starts the celebrations on June 20 at Unstable, a hybrid venue at the heart of the Saudi urban music scene. Alkhobar followed on June 21 at the Saudi Music Hub, a space dedicated to music education and performance that offers a more intimate setting. Jeddah will bring the festivities to a close on June 25-26 with performances by powerful female artists at Hayy Jameel, a cultural hub. More than the concerts it features, the event also fosters cultural exchange, artistic dialogue and discovery, creating lasting connections between French and Saudi artists and audiences.
