Diriyah Company has awarded a major architecture and design contract worth $113.6 million (SAR 426.3 million) to Omrania, a subsidiary of Egis Group, and the company behind the Saudi capital’s iconic Kingdom Tower global landmark, for the Boulevard design services.
Under the agreement, Omrania will bring its globally recognized expertise to serve as the multidisciplinary design consultant behind a range of beautifully designed buildings in three community areas within Diriyah’s iconic Boulevard District.
This flagship district will become the central focal point for the $63.2 billion Diriyah project and offer connectivity across various areas within Diriyah’s comprehensive master plans.
Omrania’s design services includes concept design, schematic design, detailed design and construction supervision within these community areas located in and around the Boulevard District. The $113.6 million contract highlights Diriyah’s commitment to its ambitious development plans.
Jerry Inzerillo Group CEO – Diriyah Company
“We are delighted to have selected Omrania, one of Saudi Arabia’s most innovative and forward-thinking architecture and engineering firms, for this project. Their contemporary designs have significantly shaped Riyadh’s skyline, exemplified by iconic structures like the Kingdom Center. We look forward to leveraging their exceptional expertise to create vibrant communities in The City of Earth, establishing a new destination for people to live, work, and play.”
Alaa AbuSiam, Regional CEO, Egis Middle East & South Asia, added that, “We are proud to have been given this opportunity to contribute towards the architecture and design of a high-profile, sustainable community within one of Saudi Arabia’s, and the world’s, most exciting and dynamic urban development projects. As a Saudi company, Omrania is looking forward to applying their expertise in designing places that will inspire future generations while preserving the essence of Saudi Arabia’s architectural heritage
Diriyah Company has propelled its development program through securing major agreements for large-scale projects within the 14-square kilometer development area with key contracts awarded to other contractors, including a $1.55 billion (SAR 5.8 billion) agreement in November for the development of the Qurain Cultural District, a $2 billion contract in July for the design and construction of assets in Diriyah’s Northern District, and another $2 billion contract for the construction of four luxury hotels and the Royal Diriyah Equestrian & Polo Club in Wadi Safar.
