Towards walkable cities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the case of Al-Masif neighbourhood, Riyadh

This dissertation has focused on addressing walkability in Al-Masif neighbourhood, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, proposing an urban design scheme and framework that encourage residents to walk and cycle. Objectives included the need to better understand and consider the climate conditions of Riyadh: identify urban design factors related to walkability; analyse the site through secondary and primary approaches to develop an appropriate and contextual framework; and to present a technical masterplan that considers the issue of density, mixed-use activities, transport and infrastructure, traffic management, pedestrian safety, and green space.