Riyadh East
Riyadh, KSA

A transformative new gateway district for Saudi Arabia’s capital

Service

Masterplanning & Urban Design, Commercial Strategy

Client

Dar wa Emaar

Size

116 hectares

Challenge

We were invited to devise a masterplan and commercial strategy for a new SAR 1 billion, mixed-use neighbourhood spanning 116 hectares on the eastern edge of Riyadh. 

Solution

Our vision for Riyadh East offers a welcoming new neighbourhood shaped around contemporary living and generous climate-responsive green corridors that bring nature into daily life. Its mix of homes, community facilities, learning spaces, pocket parks and neighbourhood hubs creates a commercially viable, walkable community for families and young professionals alike.

Strategically positioned along the Riyadh – Dammam corridor, Riyadh East will be anchored by a curated mix of exciting new amenities, all designed to welcome passing visitors and drive commercial investment. 

A continuous green spine forms the ecological and social backbone of the district, promoting active mobility, biodiversity, and climate resilience while uniting the community through a shared landscape. District neighbourhoods are conceived as walkable clusters, each with its own architectural and landscape identity. This mosaic approach supports inclusivity, housing diversity, and flexible, phased growth, allowing the district to evolve with lasting character.

Aligned with the Mostadam framework and the ambitions of Saudi Vision 2030, our vision for Riyadh East demonstrates how a commitment to integrated design and commercial insight can deliver a district that is both highly liveable and economically robust. 

Result

Riyadh East will redefine dynamic, contemporary community living, delivering a vibrant, multi-use destination designed for long-term economic sustainability and enduring value. The project is currently in development.