Exploring Community Needs in Saudi Arabia: The Vibrant Artistic Context of Qiddiya
摘要
In this age controlled by technology, art has an important role in giving one an identity; its significance is proven by how it improves society and unites rather than separates while accepting diversity in all its forms. Art is an important aspect of our everyday lives; it opens our minds to new things by fueling the imagination; it is a form of communicating one’s beliefs and story; therefore, an art community is needed to fulfill the community’s needs. The need for art dates back to humans’ early stages, where artworks described history. Art lies in all our surroundings, and it is a fundamental component of contemporary society. The paper methodology is based on an extended design competition to compare the needs of growing communities in various capitals and countries; the need to achieve sustainable social interaction has driven the idea of embedding art into community centers to enhance the value of social interaction and union. The analyses of case studies and comparisons on common parameters conducted in Saudi Arabia have guided the selection of a preferable location for an art community center in Qiddiya, the entertainment city under construction where art is one of the main pillars and where the community center project has great importance and potential. The importance of art in people's lives has grown along with society's rapid development. There has always been a need to expand and advance people's creativity. As a result, the proposed design outcomes explore the opportunities offered by the vibrant Saudi Arabia Society, which is currently facing a new era of growth in alignment with Saudi National Vision 2030.