Design and Build of Sports Club in Riyadh – Fitness Time Al-Naseem Safwa

ARCHECHO completed the design and build of a sports club in Riyadh for the Fitness Time Al-Naseem Safwa men’s branch — a flagship facility that blends smart engineering, architectural elegance, and budget-conscious execution.

The project posed significant spatial and regulatory challenges, particularly in meeting the required number of parking spaces. Instead of costly basement excavation, ARCHECHO implemented a unique solution: elevating the entire building to allow compliant parking underneath, effectively reducing cost and maximizing land use.

A key design highlight is the suspended open-air swimming pool, centrally placed within the building. Surrounded by training halls and topped with a glass roof, the pool becomes a visual focal point while also not counting toward the licensed built-up area, which helps limit parking requirements without sacrificing functionality.

This smart spatial strategy allowed the team to meet all sports club design regulations in Riyadh while optimizing both time and cost. The project was delivered on schedule, within budget, and with strict adherence to design intent.

ARCHECHO managed every aspect of the process — from detailed site analysis and concept design to engineering, construction, and interior fit-out — showcasing its full-scope capability in the design and build of sports clubs in Riyadh.

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