The College of Architecture and Design at Prince Sultan University, in collaboration with the Humanisation of Cities Programme—an initiative led by His Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Ayyaf—hosted the fifth lecture of the Urban Lectures Series Initiative titled “KAFD: The 15-Minutes Walking District.”
The lecture was held on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at the university’s Main Theatre (Building 105) and delivered by Mr. Alberto Bounous, Vice President of Design and Development at KAFD. Mr. Bounous shared valuable insights into the planning and design strategies behind the King Abdullah Financial District, emphasizing its role as a model for walkable, sustainable, and human-centered urban development.
This event reflects the ongoing collaboration between the Humanisation of Cities Programme and Prince Sultan University, aiming to foster dialogue and knowledge exchange on innovative approaches to urban design and sustainable city planning
