King Abdullah Financial District
KAFD Structural Core – Engineering the Future of Riyadh’s Skyline
Location:Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Scope of Work:Design, Engineering, Fabrication & Installation
Structural Steel Weight:1,100 tons
Building Heigths:Up to 52.5 meters
Zones Executed:Zone 1 : 215 tons Zone 2: 1850 tons Zone 3: 246 tons
Key Materials:Built-Up Beams Circular & Rectangular Steel SteelBridges & Façade Frames
King Abdullah Financial District
KAFD Structural Core – Engineering the Future of Riyadh’s Skyline
The King Abdullah Financial District is a flagship mixed-use development and a central hub for Saudi Arabia’s financial future. Within this visionary project, Tamimi Steel & Membrane was commissioned to execute core structural steel works across several high-rise zones—playing a vital role in the district’s urban skyline and structural backbone.
Tamimi carried out the fabrication, painting, and installation of complex steel systems for three critical zones, including high-elevation frameworks, steel bridges, and façade support elements. The work involved custom-built sections and precise coordination for multi-level towers and long-span connections.
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Zone 2 featured a superstructure erected at 52.5 meters, requiring complex crane operations and accurate sequencing. The steel was engineered to handle façade loads, atrium spans, and transitional cores across high-rise buildings.
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Although not the primary facade contractor, Tamimi’s steel assemblies formed the supporting backbone for curtain wall systems and elevated glass elements, ensuring structural compatibility with architectural finishes.
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Structure and Cultural Form
The steel framework executed by Tamimi supports the iconic presence of KAFD within Riyadh’s urban fabric. It reflects the Kingdom’s forward-thinking approach—balancing economic ambition with advanced engineering.
