Since 2022, Direct Access has been contracted by architects to deliver accessibility and inclusion consultancy for the development of Qiddiya City.
Direct Access advised on the accessibility of the site, referring to;
• Prince Salman Centre for Disability Research Accessibility Guidelines
• Saudi Building Code SBC 201 / ICCA117
• SBC 801 Fire Protection
• Mostadaam 2019 rating and certification for sustainable development
Qiddiya (القِدِّية) is an entertainment megaproject to be established in Riyadh, about 40 km away from Riyadh’s city center. It will have a number of recreation facilities including, amusement parks, sports arenas, car and bike riding paths, water parks, natural sceneries, and cultural activities. It is expected to be a major local and international attraction that will be visited by many of the estimated 17 million visitors expected to visit the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by 2030. Many of its visitors are likely to be People of Determination.