The Jeddah Historic District Program, under the Ministry of Culture, has unveiled ‘Culture Square’, a landmark project designed to restore Historic Jeddah by establishing specialised centres dedicated to various artistic and cultural disciplines.

By offering immersive experiences, Culture Square aims to enrich the visitor journey while positioning the district as a global tourist destination, in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.

Located on the shores of Al Arbaeen Lagoon, overlooking the historic Jeddah area, Culture Square is home to the Performing Arts Center and the Digital Arts Museum ‘teamLab Borderless’, a recipient of the Makkah Excellence Award for Cultural Excellence, reported SPA.

The square bridges the past and present, a concept reflected in its design and purpose, it stated.

The Culture Square project showcases an architectural vision that harmoniously blends the rich traditions of historic Jeddah with forward-looking renewal.

The design integrates the architectural heritage of the region with the interconnected Hijazi urban fabric, preserving its identity and cultural essence. Simultaneously, it aligns with the philosophy of the teamLab Borderless museum, which emphasises harmony between visitors and artwork. Saudi Ministry of Culture said the concept is reflected in the building’s sloping roof, which seamlessly merges with the surrounding landscapes, reinforcing the themes of integration and unity with the environment.

Spanning a total area of 26,000 sq m, Culture Square comprises two main buildings – Center for Performing Arts and Cinema and The teamLab Borderless museum.

Covering 16,000 sq m, The Center for Performing Arts and Cinema serves as the headquarters of the Red Sea Film Festival. It features a grand entrance lobby, a main theater with 868 seats, five cinema halls with 564 seats, a versatile internal lobby, nine dialogue halls, a cinematheque, a restaurant, and three cafes, it stated.

The teamLab Borderless museum covers a 10,000-sq-m area and displays around 80 interconnected works, symbolising a world without boundaries.

The innovative space blends art, technology, and nature, offering a transformative cultural experience and enriching the kingdom’s cultural landscape.