Sports Boulevard
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Artists: Abdullah Al Othman, Ahmed Mater, Michael Jones McKean, Dana Awartani, Maha Malluh, Muhannad Shono, Nasser Al Salem, Sans façon, Zahrah Al Ghamdi
About: Stretching 135km across Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Sports Boulevard connects Hanifah Valley to Al Salai Valley, offering a lush urban park in the city's core. Commissioned as one of Riyadh’s four mega-projects by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman Bin Abdulaziz in 2019, it epitomizes the aspirations of Saudi Vision 2030. Beyond serving as a recreational space, Sports Boulevard underscores the nation's dedication to fostering a healthy lifestyle, enriched by art, culture, and eco-conscious design, with all water within the park sustainably recycled.
Sports Boulevard is a magnet for pedestrians, cyclists, horse riders, and those passionate about art, culture, and eco-friendly living. Together, they converge on its pathways and open spaces, celebrating a health-conscious lifestyle.
Serving as a cultural beacon, the Sports Boulevard masterplan is adorned with numerous landmarks and public art installations, elevating Riyadh's urban landscape and reflecting its forward-thinking ethos to drive the country’s transition from oil dependence to a global tourism hub.
Project Team: Coen+Partners, El Dorado, Typsa, Buro Happold, Petrichor Projects
