At the heart of Saudi Arabia’s cultural and urban transformation lies a belief: that collaboration is a catalyst for inclusive and innovative futures. In this panel, the Architecture and Design Commission (ADC) of Saudi Arabia joins leading partners to spotlight how strategic partnerships are reshaping architecture, design, and urbanism through shared knowledge, diverse voices, and co-created opportunity.
Moderated by David Basulto (Founder, ArchDaily), this discussion offers a grounded view of how international and national alliances are enabling the creative economy, supporting talent development, and scaling sustainability in design practice.
Guest speakers:
- Helen Castle (Director of Learning and Publishing Content, RIBA)
- Deborah Nagan (Founding Partner, Nagan Johnson Architects)
- Paul Finch (Programme Director, World Architecture Festival)
- Faris Alqathiebi (Partnerships Director, Architecture and Design Commission)
