The Qiddiya Uptown will host a number of major recreational assets in the form of stadiums and arenas, but importantly, describe itself as a 24/7 destination with a richly activated programme and exciting public realm that will complement both the urban and natural characteristics.The Qiddiya Uptown presents a bold vision for developing the permanent population within the wider Qiddiya masterplan. The public realm will spearhead this vision with a rich yet appropriate offer of integrated public spaces that can flex and adapt to the evolving needs of sustainable urban growth. It will place the pedestrian users at the forefront of it strategies and approach, addressing the very real challenges of outdoor thermal comfort, water demand and social support mechanisms.
The overarching strategy is bedded on key public realm principles that have emerged off the guiding principles of the overall masterplan. The public realm principles are complementary to the urban design approach and underpin the placemaking approaches of this incredible project.
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