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 modelling (BIM) methodologies were employed throughout the project lifecycle. 

In addition, sustainability measures were fully integrated in line with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards. 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. 

Architecturally, the headquarters draws inspiration from traditional Najdi design principles. 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.