Riyadh’s metro system, one of the largest metro projects in the world, commenced operations in 2025. The network of six metro lines connects key locations such as King Khalid International Airport and the King Abdullah Financial District. Among the four central Iconic Stations is the STC Station, designed by Gerber Architekten. With the metro now operational, Riyadh boasts a modern urban transit system that improves mobility and sustainably enhances the city’s quality of life.

The STC Station combines functionality with architectural distinction: generously sized light courts channel daylight up to 30 meters underground, creating bright, easily navigable spaces. The architectural design draws inspiration from the striking rock strata of the steep slopes surrounding Riyadh. The station appears as a floating rock slab lifted from the ground, making a bold statement within the dense urban fabric. Since the building occupies only part of the site, a spacious public plaza with new green space has been created—a key area for gathering, relaxation, and social interaction in the heart of the city. Riyadh’s metro system is designed to transport over 3.6 million passengers daily in the future and forms a central component of Vision 2030, which links sustainable urban development, mobility, and quality of life.