from the canyon to a mud-brick structure, the installation uses breath and light to reimagine the rites and lingering spirituality of ancient civilizations.

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outdoor subterranean oculi, called skyspaces, will frame the shifting hues of the sky to reveal phenomena rarely visible to the naked eye.

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stretched fabric over curved, monolithic walls forms lightweight and removable viewpoints to respect the alUla desert and heritage.

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our favorite picks include an array of approaches, from heritage-driven renovations to futuristic creations that blend art and technology.

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the mountains' rugged contours pose dramatic backdrop for the earth-toned courts where players can enjoy a game while immersed in nature.

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kwy.studio introduces new volumes housing corner shops, expanded event areas, indoor café seating, and upgraded staff amenities.

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milanese studio giò forma builds 'design space AlUla' as a luminous, permanent gallery in the saudi arabian world heritage site.

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desert X alUla is back for its third edition, transforming the landscapes of saudi arabia into a canvas for sculpture and land art.

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the 40-meter long mirrored installation is segmented into seven kaleidoscopic zones, offering a captivating visual representation of saudi arabia's ambitious gigaprojects.

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recalling AlUla’s vernacular architecture, the equestrian venues are all discreetly embedded within the undulating dunescape.

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