The Architecture of Wellbeing

The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture - Ithra is a masterwork of architecture, a towering beacon in the Dhahran skyline. The steel-pipe wrapped building represents five mutually-supporting stones that house its components: a library, cinema, theater, great hall, a four-gallery museum, a soaring tower dedicated to educational facilities, labs, studios and more, along with a creativity lab and the freestanding Energy Exhibit. A prominent and pioneering cultural center, Ithra is a platform
for world-class exhibitions, performances, conferences, cinema and theatrical events. The award-winning center was honored by TIME magazine as “one of the greatest 100 places in the world to visit.”
Ithra is dedicated to fostering the Saudi creative and cultural industries as well as acting as a cross-cultural window to act both as a global platform for talent from the Islamic World and a source of curated international experiences for regional audiences. Ithra’s museum features two galleries
dedicated to Saudi and Islamic culture. The most recent edition of Ithra’s Islamic Art Conference featured renowned international speakers, workshops, demonstrations and 11 exhibitions on the
theme “In Praise of the Artisan” — a deep dive into the evolving Islamic arts landscape and a call to action for supporting traditional craft professions. Ithra’s display examines the practice of waqf — a centuries-old approach to charitable endowment associated with mosques and Islamic institutions.

Rawan Radwan is the PR & Communications Manager at Red Sea Global, AMAALA. With a background in journalism, she has over a decade of experience in media across the GCC. Rawan holds a Master’s degree in Public Health and has covered a wide range of topics, from politics to sustainability. Her expertise in communication and media strategy has played a pivotal role in shaping AMAALA’s public relations and branding efforts. Previously, she was Deputy Section Editor at Arab News and has moderated panels at prestigious global forums.

Lindsay Madden-Nadeau is the Senior Director of Wellness Strategy at Red Sea Global, AMAALA. With over 20 years of experience in luxury hospitality and wellness, Lindsay leads wellness initiatives for AMAALA and the Red Sea Destination. She is also the founder of Meraki Bespoke Wellness Strategies, a consultancy focused on designing wellness solutions. Lindsay co-chairs the Global Wellness Tourism Initiative and has contributed to defining wellness strategies for top luxury brands worldwide. Her work integrates sustainability and luxury to create transformative wellness experiences.

Dalya Islam is the Director of Art and Culture at Red Sea Global, AMAALA. With over 20 years of experience in the cultural sector, Dalya oversees arts and culture initiatives within the Red Sea portfolio. She holds a Master’s degree in History of Art and Arabic from the University of Edinburgh. Dalya has worked as an art advisor and curator for prominent institutions, specializing in Middle Eastern art and heritage. Passionate about cultural heritage and contemporary art, she is dedicated to enhancing the cultural landscape of the region through innovative arts programming and curation.

A talented interior designer, owner of Maamor Design Studio, known
for her expertise in creating exceptional user experiences in interior design projects. Under her leadership the studio has successfully completed over 130 projects, showcasing her commitment to designing spaces that are not only
aesthetically pleasing but also functional and tailored to the needs of her clients. She is also a co-founder of Jeddah Architecture Initiative, a platform that document Jeddah's architecture styles in the 70s and 80s, to preserve local heritage while promoting awareness and appreciation for the area's cultural identity. 

Wiam Kafyah is a Saudi Senior Architect working on award-winning designs across luxury residential, healthcare, and hospitality sectors. Wiam leads projects from concept to completion with a strong emphasis on environmental performance, responsible material selection, and indoor air quality. She is the founder of a bio-design startup focused on bio-based
materials and the co-founder of the Jeddah Architecture Initiative, a platform dedicated to documenting and preserving the architectural legacy of Jeddah through research, storytelling, and public engagement. Wiam is committed to driving eco-conscious innovation and shaping sustainable, culturally grounded urban development across the region.