STUDIO GUIDE | 5 MINUTE READ
SAUDI ARABIA THROUGH OUR EYES
Saudi Arabia is a region we are increasingly excited to be working within as our team continues to expand across the Gulf Region.
Over the past few years, we have spent more time across the UAE and Saudi Arabia, working alongside clients, visiting projects, and building relationships within a fast-moving design and hospitality landscape that places strong importance on quality, detail, and long-term investment.
WHY SAUDI ARABIA MATTERS TO US
One of the things we admire most about Saudi Arabia is the confidence with which it celebrates its own identity.
Whether we are visiting contemporary developments in Riyadh, heritage destinations in AlUla, or hospitality spaces along the Red Sea, there is a clear appreciation for storytelling through architecture, interiors, materials, and experience. There is an understanding that luxury is not about excess, it is about intention.
That approach resonates strongly with how we work at Accouter.
We believe the most memorable spaces are those that feel personal and rooted in culture. Saudi Arabia consistently inspires us because projects here are often created with a strong sense of place and purpose, whilst still welcoming international collaboration and fresh perspectives.
“What excites us most about Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC is the shared ambition to create spaces with real meaning and longevity. There is a strong appreciation for craftsmanship, hospitality, and detail across the region, which aligns naturally with how we approach every project at Accouter.
We are looking forward to building lasting relationships within the community and contributing to projects that feel both culturally grounded and internationally respected.”
-Thom Atkins
Director
WHY WE LOVE WORKING WITH THE COMMUNITY
The relationships we have built in Saudi Arabia are what keep us returning.
There is a generosity to business culture here that goes far beyond meetings and presentations. Conversations extend into shared meals, introductions, site visits, and genuine friendships. We have found people to be incredibly proud of what they are building, and equally passionate about ensuring visitors experience the Kingdom properly.
That community spirit creates an environment where collaboration feels natural.
We are continually inspired by the level of care clients and partners put into every detail, from hospitality concepts and residential spaces to large-scale developments. There is a shared understanding that design should create emotion and connection.
WHY THE GULF REGION IS IMPORTANT TO OUR WORK
The Gulf Region (GCC) is one of the most exciting regions in the world for design, hospitality, and luxury development.
Across Saudi Arabia and the wider Gulf, there is a clear commitment to creating spaces that feel considered, culturally connected, and internationally respected. From boutique hospitality concepts to large-scale residential and commercial projects, there is a strong appreciation for craftsmanship, storytelling, and detail.
This is what makes the region such a natural fit for Accouter.
Our work has always centred around creating environments that feel personal and emotionally connected to the people using them. Working across the GCC allows us to collaborate on projects where design is expected to create experience, not simply function.
For our team, it is an incredibly inspiring region to work within, and one we are excited to continue growing alongside.
“From a design perspective, Saudi Arabia is incredibly inspiring. There is a confidence in the way heritage, architecture, and contemporary living are brought together, creating spaces that feel both sophisticated and deeply connected to place.
We are continually inspired by the creativity and warmth of the people we meet here, and we are excited for our team to become part of that journey.”
- Charlotte Munn,
Design Director
A MINI GUIDE TO SAUDI ARABIA: WHERE WE LOVE TO EAT, STAY AND EXPLORE
RIYADH RESTAURANTS WE RETURN TO
Saudi Arabia’s dining scene continues to impress us, particularly in Riyadh, where international concepts sit comfortably alongside exceptional local cuisine.
A few places we consistently enjoy include:
Gymkhana for luxury Indian dining in an intimate setting
Nozomi for evenings that effortlessly blend atmosphere and hospitality
LPM Riyadh for long lunches and beautifully simple Mediterranean dishes
Myazu for contemporary Japanese dining and beautiful interiors
Bujairi Terrace which remains one of our favourite places to spend an evening, particularly during cooler months
PLACES WORTH EXPERIENCING
Saudi Arabia offers an incredible contrast of experiences, which is one of the reasons we enjoy travelling through the Kingdom so much.
Some of the places we always recommend include:
AlUla for its extraordinary landscapes, heritage, and calm pace
Diriyah for its architecture, history, and atmosphere
King Abdullah Financial District to experience the contemporary side of Riyadh’s design and business culture
Jeddah Corniche for evenings by the water and a completely different rhythm to the capital
Maraya Concert Hall which remains one of the most visually striking architectural experiences in the region
LOOKING AHEAD
What excites us most about Saudi Arabia is the opportunity to continue building long-term relationships here.
We are proud to contribute to projects that celebrate craftsmanship, hospitality, and meaningful design, whilst learning from a community that continues to inspire us every time we visit.
Saudi Arabia is a place full of warmth, ambition, and creativity. We feel incredibly fortunate to be part of the conversations happening here, and we are looking forward to many more chapters ahead.