Imagine a desert structure that invites everyone to connect with the cosmos. Heatherwick Studio’s AlUla Manara, an astrotourism center and observatory, promises just that in northwestern Saudi Arabia. Rising near the ancient city of AlUla, this stone-clad marvel redefines observatories by blending artistry with accessibility. Its name, “Manara,” translates to “lighthouse” in Arabic, signaling its role as a beacon not...
