Jewels in Riyadh transforms the city into an open-air gallery for Contemporary Public Art, offering twenty-four permanent artworks by great art masters to prove contemporary sculpture’s ability in transforming urban spaces and the city.
The choice to place these monumental artworks in civic as well as historical sites generates a natural fusion between the history of Riyadh, its present and its future.
Art in Transit
Creating beautiful and distinctive stations on Riyadh’s Metro and BRT bus system.
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Art on the Move
Multiple large-scale and impactful Public Art commissions placed at major intersections, bridges and roundabouts.
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Garden City
A sculpture park where everyone can relax with friends and family, and experience contemporary art outside the gallery.
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Joyous Gardens
Artistic-designed playgrounds and urban elements located across parks in Riyadh.
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Riyadh Icon
This is a statement to the world. A symbol for Riyadh and the cultural aspirations of Vision 2030. A distinctive and unmistakable 21st Century Icon.
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The Hidden River – The Illuminated Bridges
Stunning illumination of bridges across the city to emphasize their role as physical, social and emotional connectors with communities.
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The Hidden River – Art Trail
Creation of a sculpture trail that will highlight and invite exploration of the city and the wadis, encouraging outdoor activity.
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Tuwaiq Sculpture
Tuwaiq Sculpture is a platform where local and international artists meet, collaborate, and create large-scale public artworks in a live setting.
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Urban Art Lab
Four pavilions dedicated to digital art with a community outreach program as a catalysts to inspire dialogue about art and culture.
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Urban Flow
Integrating public art into the fabric of the citywide network of pedestrian walkways, bridges and footpaths, enticing citizens to explore the city.
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Welcoming Gateways
Grand gateways on the main access routes into Riyadh announce the entrance to a city of culture.
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