[2][3][4] It contains the Hayy Assafarat Grand Mosque, a library, garden, courtyard and the offices of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City and the MiSK Foundation.

[5] The Al-Kindi Plaza was inaugurated in 1986 to cater the needs of the residents of Diplomatic Quarter, incorporating traditional Najdi architecture with modern materials.

The central mosque is one of the salient features of the plaza that represents the strong traditional links between religion and public services.

The plaza's landscaping consists of shaded arcades, small fountains and other water elements, and planters.

However, by using stucco spray on metal lath, the traditional Najdi facade of mud plaster finish on adobe (mud-brick) was preserved as a design feature.