Recently, the Riyadh Twin Towers project proposal "Whispers of the Dunes", originally designed by China Southwest Architectural Design and Research Institute Co., Ltd. (CSWADI), successfully won the bid, marking an important breakthrough for Chinese design agencies in the construction of core landmarks in the Saudi capital. This project is located on the core development axis in the north of Riyadh, adjacent to the King Abdullah Financial District. It is a key node in Riyadh's urban renewal and image upgrade, and a powerful example of Chinese design's deep participation in global urban development and cultural dialogue.

110000 square meter super high-rise landmark, serving the 2034 World Cup

The Riyadh Twin Towers project consists of two super high-rise towers and podiums, with a total construction area of approximately 110000 square meters. Its functions include high-end hotels, serviced apartments, offices, experiential businesses, and other composite formats. It is committed to creating a high-quality comprehensive space for global business people and urban public. The project is located on the core development axis in the northern part of Riyadh, at the intersection of the Northern Ring Road and Oraya Street, adjacent to the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). It is situated at a strategic gateway that connects the traditional urban fabric with the emerging business district, and is an important node for Riyadh's urban renewal and image upgrade. It will also serve the city's upgrading in the context of national events such as the 2034 Saudi World Cup.

Vertical sand dunes+horizontal sand dunes, creating a three-dimensional urban living room

In terms of design philosophy, the plan is based on a global perspective and deeply responds to regional context and climate characteristics. The Twin Towers grow towards the sky in the form of "vertical sand dunes", symbolizing the power and spiritual height of urban development; The podium is transformed into a "horizontal sand dune", flexibly spread on the urban interface, creating a three-dimensional urban living room that combines shade, ventilation, and public vitality. The aerial ecological garden at the top of the tower introduces nature into the high-density urban core, creating a sustainable living landscape for the future. The project draws on the deep imagery of Bedouin civilization and Islamic culture in both form and spirit, using sacred colors, flowing curves, and tense spatial rhythms to create a restrained and solemn architectural poetic expression. The twin towers echo and watch over each other, symbolizing the coexistence of faith, order, and emotion, becoming a contemporary urban art landmark rooted in the land of Riyadh.

An important milestone in the internationalization of Chinese design

The successful bidding of the "Whispers of the Dunes" project is an important milestone in CSWADI's internationalization strategy and a powerful example of Chinese design's continued participation in global urban development and cultural dialogue. In recent years, relying on the "the Belt and Road" initiative and the "Overseas Priority" strategy, Chinese architectural design institutions have made continuous breakthroughs in such fields as high-rise buildings and large-scale infrastructure, moving from technology output to standard output, and promoting the continuous improvement of the influence of Chinese design brands in the global market. Keywords: Middle East news, infrastructure projects

The winning bid for the Riyadh Twin Towers project not only demonstrates the comprehensive strength of China Construction Southwest Institute in high-end urban complexes and landmark buildings, but also lays a solid foundation for Chinese design agencies to deeply cultivate and layout in Saudi Arabia and even the Middle East market.Editor/Yang Meiling