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Dubai Square, Dubai, UAE Developer: Emaar Properties Diriyah Square, Diriyah, Saudi Arabia Developer: Diriyah Development Company
over 1,500 hotel rooms and a retail district that is approximately Qiddiya will be a disruptive destination city recognised on the
the size of The Dubai Mall. Dubai Square will be facing the world stage as the home of the most innovative and immersive
iconic Dubai Creek Tower and the Dubai Creek Plaza. Emaar is experiences. Qiddiya will be a vibrant and liveable destination
planning to complete both the new landmark Creek Tower and city based on pillars of entertainment, sports and culture. Family-
the Dubai Square project at the same time in 2027. friendly theme parks, sports arenas suitable for international
A multi-billion Qatari Riyal mixed-use destination in Lusail City, competitions, academies for sports and the arts, concert and
Place Vendôme was constructed by United Developers, a group entertainment venues, racetracks for motorsport enthusiasts as
of four Qatari investors who partnered to align their expertise well as outdoor and adventure activities alongside nature and
in retail, real estate, construction and contracting. The mall itself environment experiences are just some of the fun attractions
features 560 different retail outlets with an exclusive luxury wing being developed. Being developed by the Qiddiya Investment
dedicated to top designer labels as well as one of the largest Company, this multi-billion-dollar entertainment destination in
mall-based indoor amusement park in Qatar called Trocadéro. In Riyadh is set to become the world’s largest entertainment city.
total, the project is spread across 1,150,000sq m of retail, leisure, Unlike Saudi’s other Giga-Projects, ROSHN is delivering new
entertainment and luxury, becoming a one-stop destination. urban communities across the Kingdom. These schemes will
Cenomi Centers’ new Jawharat Riyadh Mall is set to redefine feature pedestrian-friendly ‘living streets’, green spaces and retail
the consumer experience and set new standards in both Riyadh and entertainment outlets, as well as hospitals, medical centres,
and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia when it opens in the second mosques and sports facilities. Having been established in 2019 by
half of 2025. Boasting over 370 stores, Jawharat Riyadh will bring Saudi Arabia’s sovereign Public Investment Fund (PIF), ROSHN
luxury, lifestyle brands, entertainment and dining to the capital at specialises in developing integrated urban neighbourhoods
a scale not seen before in the Kingdom. It will host 70 plus flagship featuring residential communities with modern standards across
stores and more than 30 first to KSA retailers. The project will the Kingdom. Aiming to contribute to the development of the
feature the first and largest luxury wing inside a shopping mall Kingdom’s real estate sector, ROSHN provides aspirational
Jawharat Riyadh Mall, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Developer: Cenomi Centers The Mukaab, New Murabba, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Developer: New Murabba Development Company
spanning over 25,000sq m with more than 60 luxury stores and living, presenting a complete city experience in a community that
services. With 185,000sq m of total mixed-use space, not only boasts unique designs and an array of facilities.
will the Luxury District delight visitors from far and wide, Jawharat Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN) is committed
Riyadh will feature three more distinct lifestyle areas including to investing SAR50bn (approximately €12bn) to develop
Fashion & Lifestyle Avenue; Youth & Innovation Zone, the Leisure 21 entertainment destinations with over 150 innovative
& Entertainment District as well as four F&B areas. attractions, in partnership with prominent international brands,
Meanwhile, Jawharat Jeddah will be another new flagship across 14 cities in Saudi Arabia. One of the first of these new
development from Cenomi Centers and when it opens in the entertainment destinations is the Al Hamra district in Riyadh.
second half 2025, it will become the number one mall in Jeddah SEVEN’s entertainment destination in Al Hamra, which has an
for footfall and spend. The project is on course to feature investment value of more than €720M, is set on a land area of
108,000sq m of GLA, more than 300 brands and over 50 more than 90,000sq m with a built-up area of 167,000sq m. The
flagship sites, more than ten first to Jeddah brands, three food & scheme will be LEED certified and SEVEN expects to attract
beverage zones and world-class entertainment. six million visitors annually. With an expected total of 41 F&B
Solitaire by developers Al-Marqab Investment Company is outlets and 18 retail stores, the project is currently on course
set to be Riyadh’s newest multi-use lifestyle destination and will for a 2025 opening date.
consist of three aboveground levels of retail, food and beverage, Red Sea Global is behind The Red Sea, a Giga-Project in Saudi
entertainment, wellness and sport offerings and three levels of Arabia with a focus on eco-tourism. Formerly known as the Red
basement parking. Within the city of Riyadh, Solitaire will occupy Sea Project, The Red Sea is open for business. Directly employing
a 60,000sq m area bordered by King Abdulaziz Rd, Al Imam 35,000 people, the project showcases the landscape and rich
Saud Ibn Faisal Road and Al Thumamah Road. As a multi-use cultural heritage of the Red Sea Coast. Upon completion in 2030,
lifestyle destination with design work by Benoy, Solitaire’s focus the destination will comprise 50 resorts, offering up to 8,000 hotel
is on providing a unique, 360° lifestyle offering encompassing the rooms and more than 1,000 residential properties across 22 islands
key areas of retail, dining, entertainment, wellness and sport. trillion worth of real estate and infrastructure projects since its business and conservation. The regions and sectors that make and six inland sites. The destination will also include luxury marinas,
The opening date of the project is scheduled for late 2024. inception eight years ago. The projects are a crucial part of Saudi up NEOM will be fuelled by $500bn from the Public Investment golf courses, entertainment, leisure facilities and an international
Being developed by Wynn Design and Development, part Arabia’s strategy to transform into a global hub for commerce Fund of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and local and international airport. The destination will also include hotels, residential
of Wynn Resorts, are overseeing all facets of the Wynn Al and tourism while improving its citizens’ overall quality of life. investors. NEOM means ‘new future’ and with more than 3,600 properties, leisure, commercial and entertainment amenities.
Marjan Island resort that is currently under construction in Below we have highlighted just a few of the current selection of staff – from 97 countries – are already living and working onsite, Being built in the heart of Zenata Eco-City, an 800ha urban
Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. Wynn Resorts is developing the project giga-projects and mega projects. it is already a home for people who dream big and want to be master-planned development, Zenata Mall is taking shape to
in partnership with Marjan and RAK Hospitality Holding. It is Diriyah is a dynamic mixed-use urban-focused development part of building a new economic model for the country and the become Morocco’s most entertaining shopping, food, family
anticipated to be the first integrated gaming resort in the Middle project from Diriyah Development Company that is centred world. NEOM, also the developer, is already under construction and leisure destination and the largest mall in North Africa with
East North Africa (MENA) region. The curated collection of in the capital of the Kingdom, with a core value to ground all and the first destinations will come online in 2024. 120,000sq m of gross leasable area. The project, led by Zenata
22 dining, lounge and bar experiences will each be presented the development’s endeavours in upholding and embracing New Murabba is a gateway to another world. It is a new Commercial Project, is a joint venture between Dubai-based Al-
in their own uniquely designed space, many with views of the sustainability and traditional Najdi architecture. The Diriyah modern downtown overlooking an icon. Here, a human-first Futtaim group, Marjane Holding, Morocco’s leading developer
beach and poolscape, whilst the theatre will feature bespoke project will be a world-class historical, cultural and lifestyle downtown where access to greenery and amenities is within of retail destinations and modern retail; international shopping
production shows. The resort will also include a 15,000sq m destination showcasing to the world Saudi Arabia’s more than 300 15 minutes, innovative technology and sustainability seamlessly centre specialist Sonae Sierra and Société d’Aménagement
shopping esplanade filled with the world’s top luxury boutiques, years of history through an engaging and inspiring set of heritage, blend with a profound respect for nature and authenticity. Zenata, a subsidiary of CDG group in charge of the design and
a five-star spa and a salon. Wynn Al Marjan Island began hospitality, education, retail and dining experiences for residents The upcoming downtown will reflect the culture, identity and land development of Zenata New City. Upon completion, the
construction in early 2023 with construction led by UAE-based and visitors. Diriyah is an exploration of the Kingdom’s heritage, ambition of Riyadh, the Kingdom and the world. At the heart of three-storey mall with a basement car park will accommodate
main contractor ALEC Engineering and Contracting. The resort past and present; it symbolises the harmony of the birthplace of New Murabba is The Mukaab. The Mukaab, being developed by more than 300 stores of apparel, cosmetics, electronics,
will open to the public in early 2027. the Kingdom At-Turaif, a UNESCO world heritage site. New Murabba Development Company will also hold the world’s household appliances and sports brands and various restaurants
Saudi Arabia’s ambitious Vision 2030 plan, aimed at diversifying Meanwhile NEOM, the most well-known giga-project, is largest open-air entertainment space measuring 160,000sq m and cafes, including a Food Hall. Set to open in 2025, the project
the economy beyond oil, has resulted in a remarkable $1.3 the land of the future with an ambition to redefine liveability, and sitting 400m high at the top of the structure. strives to attain BREEAM environmental certification.

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