RCU - Royal commission for AlUla Archives

The opening of Design Space AlUla marks a significant milestone for the region, offering a dynamic platform for both local and international creatives. The building’s architecture blends modern design with traditional AlJadidah aesthetics, providing the ideal environment to explore global design practices through the lens of AlUla’s unique heritage.

The building’s design creates an inviting and accessible environment for the public, with luminous courtyards and open spaces that encourage interaction and exploration. From the Wadi walkway to the gallery’s heart, the visitor journey through the building is designed to inspire a sense of discovery and connection with both the art and the surrounding environment.

The design of Design Space AlUla integrates sustainability at every level. The use of corten steel for the building’s exterior ensures durability while also celebrating the natural textures of the surrounding landscape. The transparency and permeability of the building’s design allow for natural light and ventilation, contributing to its eco-friendly architecture.

While Design Space AlUla takes inspiration from global design practices, it remains deeply rooted in AlUla’s cultural and natural heritage. This fusion of global and local design is at the core of the space’s mission, and it aims to provide a platform for designers to engage with AlUla’s landscape in meaningful and innovative ways.

A sanctuary of elegance, the Chedi Hegra offers guests an unparalleled experience amid the breath-taking desert landscape of AlUla. Each of the 35 rooms is thoughtfully designed, blending modern comfort with the region’s ancient charm.

Inspired by AlUla’s history and traditions, the architecture of the Chedi Hegra harmonizes contemporary aesthetics with elements of the region’s cultural heritage, creating a space where history and modernity converge.

Guests at Chedi Hegra enjoy exclusive access to AlUla’s wildlife reserves and bespoke tours of its historic landmarks. The resort’s proximity to these ancient wonders allows for an immersive cultural experience. 
The complex includes “The Art Canopy”, a breath-taking 700-meter-long Land Art Architecture masterpiece that draws inspiration from the natural and man-made patterns of AlUla. The canopy’s innovative design evokes the repetition found in the old town, Hegra Monuments, brickwork, and Nabatean tombs, seamlessly translating heritage into a contemporary aesthetic. Composed of 50,000 intricately crafted pieces that move gracefully with the wind, spinning on their axes while interacting dynamically with light and shadow, the canopy creates a harmonious connection between 15 buildings within Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site.

At Chedi Hegra, modern luxury and the region’s captivating history come together to offer an unforgettable experience. The resort invites guests to immerse themselves in the soul of AlUla, where each moment reflects the region’s past while looking ahead to the future.