"The bowl-shaped canopy, its underside ground to a flawless mirror finish, acts as what the team describes as an urban periscope. From above ground, the city is reflected downward into the station."
"Sloped terrazzo floors draw visitors naturally under the canopy and into the station's layered interior. There, a truncated cone-shaped atrium wall, its surface perforated by triangular openings drawn from the regional Najdi architectural tradition, encloses one."
Qasr AlHokm Metro Station, completed in 2025, serves as a key hub in Riyadh's metro network, accommodating 3.6 million passengers daily. Located in the historic Al Qiri district, the station's design by Snøhetta emphasizes an open urban plaza concept. The bowl-shaped, mirror-polished canopy reflects the cityscape, creating a dynamic interaction between the underground station and the city above. The interior features sloped terrazzo floors and a unique atrium wall inspired by regional architectural traditions, enhancing the overall commuter experience.
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