Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale

Global Artists Gather at Diriyah’s JAX District for the Biennale’s Third Edition

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Yagmur Baydır
February 16, 2026

Dear PA reader,

At Diriyah’s JAX District in Saudi Arabia, the 2026 Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale brings global voices into a former industrial landscape, framing themes of movement, transition, and cultural exchange at a moment when the region is rapidly redefining its cultural identity. Nearby in Medina, As Safiyyah Museum & Park by X Architects demonstrates a quieter architectural intelligence, carefully negotiating the space between sacred heritage and contemporary urban life.

Bendo Bricks by Kedar Undale explores how parametric systems and AI can work together, positioning generative tools as collaborators within clear architectural boundaries. A look back at the 15 most controversial buildings of all time reminds us how architecture often mirrors social tension and change, while SOM and Hassell’s plan for Bradfield City in Australia points forward with a data-driven vision for a new, climate-conscious urban center.

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