Arabia

Watching the IMAX movie "Arabia" at the Fernbank Museum Friday, martini in hand, I was struck by the focus on design no matter the structure.  The architecture in Saudi Arabia is inspiring with close attention paid to the littlest details.  I am perpetually impressed by the innovative and exhilarating designs that come from this area of the world.  

Burj Al Mamlakah - Really commands the skyline!  This and surrounding structures make the capital city of Riyadh a destination in a sea of sand. 

Mada'in Saleh - These ancient traders took the time to carve out these incredible entries and I still haven't put potted plants on my porch.  

Bridge in Riyadh - Why don't we have bridges like this?

Breakwater Beacon at KAUST - This was an engineering feat, yet design won over expense and expediency.