Archive·Ministry of Sports (Previously General Sports Authority)

Governmental · 1980 · Riyadh · Victor Tarazi

Ministry of Sports (Previously General Sports Authority)

The General sports Authority building (Previously known as the General Presidency of Youth Welfare) is situated on AlJamiah street in the AlMalaz district. The building is distinguished by spectacular vertical shading elements between the windows that are cladded against Riyadh stone and concrete. The complex comprises of three main structure connected at ground level. The 13 level high-rise projects prominently on the main street and connects to a five-story extension. The north structure in contrast is cladded with Intricate geometrical facades highlighted in similar materials.

Project details

Building Name

Ministry of Sports (Previously General Sports Authority)

Category

Governmental

Location

Riyadh

Architect

Victor Taraziفيكتور طرزي

Contractor

Irving & Jones

Date of Completion

1980

Scale

M

Research by

Sara Alissa / Nojoud Alsudairi

Photo Credits

Mansour Alsofi

Published

February 16, 2020

Last Updated

September 19, 2026

Photographs — Mansour Alsofi

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