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Saudi Pavilion Secures New York Architectural Design Awards at Expo Osaka 2025

Saudi Pavilion Secures New York Architectural Design Awards at Expo Osaka 2025

Leaders27-05-2025
The New York Architectural Design Awards has awarded the Gold Prize to Saudi Arabia's pavilion at Japan's Expo Osaka 2025 in the Cultural Architecture – Interactive and Experiential Spaces category.
The award represents a prestigious recognition of the pavilion's architectural excellence and its futuristic design that depicts the true essence of Saudi culture, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
Through a sensory journey beginning with an outer courtyard and leading into a central inner one, the structure stands out as a contemplative space showcasing the Kingdom's cultural and urban diversity across cities and regions.
Promisingly, the pavilion will serve as a vibrant venue for performances and cultural programming throughout the six-month duration of the Expo.
As for the design, it significantly portrays a stunning image of the architectural essence of Saudi villages and cities.
Interestingly, it also ignites the spirit of discovery and highlights cultural parallels between both Saudi Arabia and Japan. Saudi Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025
To facilitate wind movement, the design relies on passive cooling strategies operated by the strategic placement of structural blocks to ensure sustainability.
The building also employs low-carbon materials, energy-efficient lighting, and solar energy technologies. Thus, it perfectly aligns with both international and Japanese sustainability standards.
Since its launch on April 13, Saudi pavilion has captured the attention of more than half a million visitors.
Overall, the pavilion has hosted approximately 175 events, such as cultural performances, business events, media and more than 400 VIP delegations.
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