From promoting our Gulf Chapter of members, to seeking business opportunities for Chartered Practices, to building an expert community of local design professionals – we’re continuing to engage and collaborate across the Gulf.
In 2023 the UK exported £1.5 billion worth of Architectural services, 93% higher than 2022 and 147% higher than 2019 (pre-Covid); and the main export partner was Saudi Arabia, at £392 million. *
With major growth, transformation and investment in the built environment, Saudi Arabia remains a key trading partner – and we know it’s of particular interest to many members. To give RIBA members the best chance of making the most of these opportunities, we recently formed a strategic partnership with the KSA’s Architecture and Design Commission. We’re also bringing together a RIBA practice mission to Cityscape Global, and are inviting Chartered Practices to join us in advancing architecture in KSA. The Government’s Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is providing advice, offering on-the-ground support to facilitate the visit, and helping to identify opportunities for RIBA members in the KSA.
About Cityscape Global
Cityscape Global 2024 will take place 11 to 14 November at the Exhibition and Convention Centre, Malham, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Cityscape Global encompasses the entire real estate ecosystem and has quickly established itself as a key driving force in shaping the future of the real estate sector in Saudi Arabia. The 2023 event saw 160,000 visitors attending over four days, including more than 11,000 international investors and property experts.
This year, Cityscape Global is set to host an unparalleled gathering with over 400 exhibitors, 200 influential institutional investors, and 500 esteemed speakers across seven ground-breaking conferences. Get ready to be part of a transformative experience that shapes the future of architecture and the property market.
Why join RIBA at Cityscape Global 2024?
RIBA Chartered Practices will be at the centre of our programme during Cityscape. Based on a dedicated stand in prime position, we will offer you the chance to explore opportunities for growth, networking, and business development in the world’s largest development market.
Joining RIBA at Cityscape Global will give you:
- presence on the RIBA stand at a premier location, with space for you to display information about your practice and projects
- a feature about your practice in our printed and digital materials and dedicated webpage
- invitation to a RIBA reception with key individuals from KSA Ministries, developers, clients, and fellow practitioners operating in the region
- by taking part in the Practice Mission we can share your details with the event organisers as speaker suggestions
- invitation to events in collaboration with the ADC and RIBA including networking with practices based in KSA and the Gulf
- in advance of Cityscape Global, we will be holding an information session on 10 October, 3.30pm at 66 Portland Place. Speakers include the DBT, Chair of RIBA Gulf Chapter and case studies from practitioners who have established their practices in the Gulf
- access to RIBA staff throughout the show and use of the stand to hold meetings
- optional site visits to local developments of interest
- return travel from Riyadh to Cityscape Global on each day of the event
- a pre-Cityscape workshop in the UK to enable you to get the most out of attending the event
- a social media pack to advertise your attendance at the event
Pricing
The fee for the attending Cityscape with us is £2,500 + VAT per practice for one member of staff. A second member from each practice can included at a fee of £1,500 + VAT.
Cityscape Global is a non-ticketed event and there is no cost to attend the event independently. Please note that the associated costs mentioned above are solely for inclusion in the RIBA Chartered Practice Mission programme in Riyadh, charged by RIBA.
We will also be offering support with the following for those who require it:
- Negotiated hotel accommodation (to be paid directly by the practice)
- Support with logistics – flight information, KSA visa applications etc.
- One-to-one sessions with Eye of Riyadh, RIBA’s business partner, to find out about the support they can offer to practices wishing to set up in KSA
- An introduction to AEI Saudi to explore setting up a limited company in KSA
- Introductions to the RIBA Gulf chapter contacts for on-the-ground advice
Please confirm your interest in joining us at Cityscape Global by completing the Expression of Interest form and we’ll be in touch.
If you have any questions, please contact us at RIBAcityscape@riba.org
* Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS).
Supporters
RIBA at Cityscape Global 2024 is sponsored by Eye of Riyadh and T2 Design Solutions.
