Riyadh, 14 February 2025 – The Architecture and Design Commission celebrated the fifth anniversary of its founding under the theme "By the Light of the North Star," reflecting its vision for guiding and supporting the drive for development and creativity in the architecture and design sector. The celebration coincided with the launch of the third edition of the Designathon challenge in Riyadh, attended by an elite group of designers, creatives and enthusiasts.

"The North Star": A Symbol of Creativity and Development

The theme "By the Light of the North Star" reflects the commission's commitment to an ambitious vision that aims to empower national talent in the architecture and design sector, strengthen the Kingdom's position as a global creative hub, and improve quality of life through innovation in design and architecture. This vision is built on the "Al-Murabba" strategy, which rests on six main pillars: regulation, development, education and professional development, content development, community participation, and achieving sustainability.

Notable Achievements Over Five Years

Since its founding, the commission has recorded 2,950,000 beneficiaries of its programmes and initiatives, more than 250 local and international partnerships, more than 2,900 experts and specialists taking part in its activities, more than 75 initiatives and projects to boost innovation, more than 60 workshops and 55 enrichment sessions, and more than 20 awards and competitions supporting creativity.

Toward a Sustainable Creative Future

The commission affirmed that these achievements are only the start of a long development journey, as it continues to lead the sector and support national talent, positioning the Kingdom at the forefront of the global creative scene.