Culture Ministry relocates to new headquarters in Diriyah
DIRIYAH — Diriyah Company has announced the completion of the relocation of the Ministry of Culture to its new headquarters in Diriyah’s Northern District, developed as part of the company’s integrated urban master plan. The move underscores the growing presence of national cultural institutions within Diriyah, reinforcing its role as a fully integrated destination for culture, governance, and…
In Diriyah, the Ministry of Culture has moved into a new headquarters in the Northern District, constructed as part of the company's urban master plan. This shift highlights the increasing significance of cultural institutions in Diriyah, solidifying its status as a comprehensive hub for culture, governance, and modern living. The transition ensued following a memorandum of understanding between the Ministry of Culture and the Diriyah Gate Development Authority in mid-2022, paving the way for joint efforts to support cultural endeavors within Diriyah's master plan.
Speaking on the development, Jerry Inzerillo, Group CEO of Diriyah Company, expressed delight at the ministry's selection of Diriyah as its headquarters, emphasizing the company's partnership in the project's realization. Inzerillo underscored the milestone's significance, reflecting the rapid progress in transforming Diriyah into a versatile urban destination suitable for living, working, and visiting.
The relocation marks a crucial step in providing state-of-the-art work environments, aligning with the company's vision to establish Diriyah as a lively global urban center.
Abdulrahman Al-Mutawa, a spokesperson for the Ministry of Culture, highlighted the relocation as a testament to Saudi culture's deep historical roots. He stated that this move is a continuation of the ministry's aspiration to firmly embed Saudi culture as a cornerstone of national development and to deepen its association with historically significant sites, aiming to underscore the Kingdom's rich cultural heritage and enhance Diriyah's global cultural and historical prominence.
The new headquarters, the largest standalone office building in Diriyah thus far, spans 33,168 square meters. Designed to meet the ministry's operational needs, it offers an integrated workspace equipped with cutting-edge digital infrastructure, customized office configurations, and premium facilities. The project has garnered LEED Gold certification under LEED v4 for Building Design and Construction: Core and Shell Development and a Gold Commercial rating under the national Mostadam system, underscoring its eco-friendly attributes in energy conservation, water preservation, waste management, and health-focused design, all in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030 goals.
Beyond its cultural implications, the development underscores Diriyah Company's dedication to meticulous urban development. The $63 billion integrated urban project, attracting over five million visitors, includes the opening of high-profile destinations such as Bab Samhan, a luxury hotel, and Zallal, a bustling mixed-use district featuring dining, shopping, and office spaces within a traditional ambiance.
Ongoing construction efforts aim to draw more than 50 million visitors annually by 2030, generate over 180,000 jobs, and accommodate approximately 100,000 residents.
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