Wadi Sedra

residential

LOCATION

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

INTERVENTION AREA

30.000 sqm

ROLE

Masterplanning, strategy and concept design

STATUS

Under construction

Located in Riyadh, Wadi Sedra is the city's first fully integrated residential community, bringing together homes, amenities, and shared spaces within a vibrant, people-focused environment. theleisureway joined the project to shape the community's outdoor experience, transforming a network of parks and courtyards into active, welcoming destinations that encourage everyday life, social interaction, and wellbeing for residents of all ages.

Inspired by the essence of a wadi, the masterplan introduces a fluid landscape where nature, leisure, and community seamlessly coexist. Through organic forms, natural materials, and carefully curated experiences, each outdoor space becomes an extension of the surrounding architecture, creating a sustainable environment where recreation, relaxation, and connection are naturally woven into daily life.

Inspiration and First Ideas

The design concept takes inspiration from the natural formation of a wadi, translating its flowing geometry, layered topography, and soft transitions into a contemporary residential landscape.

Rather than designing a conventional park, the proposal envisions a multifunctional community landscape with experiences for every generation. Play areas, sports courts, gathering spaces, water features, shaded seating, and wellness zones are carefully distributed throughout the development, creating a dynamic ecosystem that supports everyday living. This allows the outdoor spaces to blend harmoniously with the surrounding architecture while offering residents a rich and memorable leisure experience.