The Architecture Department proudly celebrates the remarkable achievements of its students, who excelled at the Diriyah Global Seminar 2024 by securing 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place in the prestigious Student Poster Showcase.
List of Winners and Projects
1st Place
Students: Shaden Aldohan and Yara Aljohani
Project Title: The Impact and Conservation of Diriyah
Supervisor: Dr. Monica Moscatelli (Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture)
Prize: SAR 30,000
This thought-provoking exploration of Diriyah’s cultural and historical significance stood out as a prime example of architectural research excellence.
2nd Place
Students: Yasmeen Al-Kubaisy, Omayrah Fedah, and Maha Al-Garni
Project Title: Cost - Benefits of Green Buildings in Diriyah
Supervisor: Dr. Amani Salman (Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture)
Prize: SAR 20,000
This project highlighted the value of sustainable architecture, offering insights into the economic and environmental benefits of green building initiatives in Diriyah.
3rd Place
Students: Wasan Mohamed, Shahla Al-Luhaidan, Aseel Al-Saeid, and Al-Jazi Al-Nasyan
Project Title: Material Heritage and Environmental Impacts
Supervisor: Dr. Amani Salman (Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture)
Prize: SAR 10,000
This research focused on the relationship between Diriyah's material heritage and its environmental impact, emphasizing sustainable approaches to conservation.
4th Place
Students: Shams Aljarba, Asmaa Alhadi, and Shahad Alqahtani
Project Title: Preserving the Past, Shaping the Future: An Approach to Ghasiba’s Architecture
Supervisor: Dr. Monica Moscatelli (Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture)
Prize: SAR 5,000
