Saudi Artisanal Company (SAC) Flagship Store
Winner
Excellent Architecture
Retail Architecture
Credits
Company / Customer
Saudi Artisanal Company (SAC)
Details
In Diriyah, Riyadh, the Saudi Artisanal Company (SAC) Flagship Store unfolds as a quiet gallery of craft; honouring the artist, the land, and the product. Earth-toned walls and white surfaces frame the crafts, and sculptural displays echo desert landscapes; engraved with Najdi patterns that anchor memory in form. A focal wall of raw fragments - clay, wood, ceramic, and textile - celebrates making as meaning, not just product. The space balances contrast and continuity, gently guiding visitors through moments of discovery, where heritage and contemporary design meet in rhythm and depth.
The Jury‘s Statement
A subtly staged spatial composition that conveys authenticity and cultural depth defines the »Saudi Artisanal Company Flagship Store«. Earthy tones and sculptural forms create a charismatic setting for artisanal objects, while engraved patterns and raw material fragments strikingly emphasize the connection between tradition and the present. This combination of timeless aesthetics and tangible identity elevates the project to an outstanding level.
