Gold Souq Stedelike Distrik deur Ahmed Habib

Die ontwerp Gold Souq Stedelike Distrik deur Ahmed Habib is 'n hoogs gewaardeerde wenner van die baie prestigieuese 2026 A' Design Award in Brons in die Stadsbeplanning en Stedelike Ontwerp-kompetisiekategorie.

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Gold Souq Stedelike Distrik

deur Ahmed Habib

Kliënt: Ahmed Habib

Wenner van die A' Design Award in Brons in die Stadsbeplanning-kategorie

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Die Ontwerp

Oor Gold Souq Stedelike Distrik

Gold Souq is 'n 356,000 vk.m. gemengde-gebruik stedelike distrik in Jeddah wat die goudmark herdefinieer as 'n geïntegreerde stedelike stelsel. Beskou as 'n deurlopende weefsel, bring dit ambag, handel, kultuur en gasvryheid binne 'n duidelike ruimtelike hiërargie saam. 'n Sentrale voetganger-ruggraat anker die ontwikkeling en strek uit in binnehowe wat afgelei is van Hijazi stedelike beginsels om 'n leesbare, stapbare ervaring te vorm wat deur skadu, digtheid en nabyheid gevorm word. Omgewingsprestasie is in die stedelike vorm vasgelê, waar massavorming en oop ruimte gemak, kontinuïteit en 'n samehangende stedelike identiteit ondersteun.

Die Erkenning

Oor die A' Design Award in Brons

Gold Souq Stedelike Distrik is 'n wenner van die A' Design Award in Brons, 'n hoogs prestigieuse erkenning wat toegeken word aan uitstaande ontwerpe wat gekenmerk word deur kreatiwiteit, vindingrykheid en skerpsinnigheid. Wenners in Brons is ruimskoots vaardige en opvallend kreatiewe artefakte wat die groot ervaring, verbeelding en vindingrykheid van hul ontwerpers bevestig. Daar word verwag dat Gold Souq Stedelike Distrik 'n hoog aangeskrewe, bewonderde en gekoesterde voorwerp is wat merkwaardig professioneel en innoverend is. Hierdie ontwerp wat die A' Design Award in Brons gewen het, inkorporeer die beste praktyke in kuns, wetenskap, ontwerp en tegnologie en is uitstekend vanweë sy aandag aan detail. Gold Souq Stedelike Distrik bevredig behoeftes pragtig, raak aan begeertes, bekoor gevoelens en spreek die nuuskierigheid aan.

Agter die Ontwerp

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Unieke Eienskappe: This design redefines the gold market as a complete urban ecosystem where production, trade, and public life coexist. Unlike conventional commercial developments, it integrates retail, workshops, education, and culture within a pedestrian network of shaded streets and courtyards inspired by Hijazi urbanism. A central flow structure organizes movement and visibility, while climate-responsive design ensures comfort. Its strength lies in merging heritage principles with a contemporary, high-performance urban model.
Afmetings & Verpakking: Plot Area 356,000 sqm
Foot Print 72,500 sqm
built up area 418,000 sqm
Etikette: Hijazi architecture, gold market, mixed-use development, urban ecosystem, pedestrian spine, climate responsive design, souq reinterpretation, cultural urbanism, parametric planning, public realm, Jeddah, Saudia
Produksietegnologie: The design was developed through a parametric and iterative methodology linking circulation, program distribution, and climatic performance. A central flow spine informed massing and spatial hierarchy, supported by simulations for shading and ventilation. Traditional Hijazi elements were reinterpreted using stone cladding, precast concrete, steel structures, timber and wood screens, and high-performance glazing, ensuring durability, thermal efficiency, buildability, and a strong expression of local identity.
Ontwerpuitdaging: The main challenge was translating the organic complexity of historic Hijazi souks into a contemporary, buildable urban system. Internally, it required balancing cultural authenticity with modern program demands and user expectations. Externally, constraints included climate conditions, large-scale coordination, and regulatory frameworks. The design resolved these through a structured flow-based approach, integrating environmental strategies and flexible planning to maintain identity while ensuring feasibility and performance.
Navorsing: Type of Research: applied urban and climatic research. Research Objectives: to redefine the traditional gold market as a resilient mixed-use ecosystem. Methodology: comparative analysis of historic souks and contemporary retail districts combined with environmental simulations. Data Collection and Tools: solar studies, pedestrian flow mapping, and heat analysis models. Participants: planners, economists, and local stakeholders. Results: improved environmental comfort and commercial synergy. Insights and Impact: a scalable model linking heritage, economic performance, and climate-responsive urban design.
Inspirasie: The project is inspired by the organic growth of historic Hijazi cities, where movement, climate, and commerce shape urban form over time. Traditional souqs were not planned as isolated buildings but emerged as interconnected networks of streets, courtyards, and shaded passages driven by trade and social interaction. This logic informed the design, where a continuous flow organizes space and activity. The aim was to reinterpret these principles within a contemporary framework, creating a resilient environment that reflects local identity while supporting modern patterns of production and exchange.
Projekduur: Design started in May 2025 and finished in December 2025, in Cairo, Egypt. The Project is to be executed n Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Bedryfsvloei: The project operates through a continuous pedestrian flow that structures movement, visibility, and interaction. A central spine connects courtyards, retail, workshops, and cultural spaces, creating sequential experiences from arrival to immersion. Vehicular access is limited to the perimeter, ensuring a safe, walkable environment. Layered circulation enhances accessibility and engagement, while the integration of production and trade within public space creates a dynamic, efficient, and socially active urban system.
Beeldkrediete: Ahmed Habib