Hello and welcome to the show. Today’s guest is Somya Angolkar, Co-Founder and Partner of IDA Interior Design Associates. With over 20 years of experience in interior design and project management, Somya has delivered luxury hospitality, residential, and commercial projects across the region.

Having trained as an architect and spent nine years with Hirsch Bedner Associates, she brings deep expertise in hospitality design, from concept development to project delivery. Through her work at IDA, she continues to create thoughtful, high-performing spaces that balance creativity, functionality, and lasting user experiences.

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Hello and welcome to the show. Today’s guest is Rashiq Muhamad Ali, Founder and Principal of RqMA Architecture + Design. With a career spanning Asia and the Middle East, Rashiq has worked on a diverse range of projects across different cultures, scales, and urban contexts, developing a design approach that is both globally informed and deeply responsive to place.

Before establishing his own practice, Rashiq spent time at Zaha Hadid Architects, contributing to some of the industry’s most ambitious and forward-thinking projects. That experience, combined with his work across the region, has shaped a perspective that balances bold design ideas with practical and contextual considerations.

Today, through RqMA Architecture + Design, he continues to explore architecture as a catalyst for innovation, identity, and meaningful human experiences.

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Hello and welcome to the show. Today’s guest is Jeremy Robinson, Managing Director of EDGE Architects. With extensive experience leading projects across architecture, interiors, and the built environment, Jeremy has built a reputation for combining strong design thinking with a practical understanding of development and delivery.

Under his leadership, EDGE Architects has developed a diverse portfolio that reflects a clear and contemporary design approach—balancing functionality, commercial awareness, and attention to detail. His perspective on architecture is shaped not only by design, but also by the realities of creating projects that respond to people, place, and the evolving demands of modern cities.

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Hello and welcome to the show. Today’s guest is Omar Farooq, Strategy Director and Partner at SAY Studio. With a background in law, Omar brings a distinct perspective to the built environment—bridging strategic thinking, commercial awareness, and creative direction. At SAY Studio, he plays a key role in shaping project vision and aligning design with broader business and development objectives. His approach reflects a growing intersection between strategy and design, where clarity of intent and positioning are just as critical as the architecture itself. So without further ado, let’s get into it!

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Hello and welcome to the show. Today’s guest is Sotiris Tsoulos, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of TTZ Group. Together with his co-founder and partner, Despina Tampakopoulou, Sotiris established TTZ Group in 2021 — an internationally recognized practice known for its thoughtful, context-driven approach to design.

With a strong portfolio spanning master planning, mixed-use developments, residential projects, and urban regeneration across the MENA region and beyond, TTZ Group brings a clear architectural vision shaped by both technical precision and cultural sensitivity. Under their leadership, the practice has grown to a 30+ person team consistently balancing design innovation with a deep respect for place and community. Super excited to have him on the show.  So without further ado, let’s get into it!

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Hello and welcome to the show. Today’s guest is Nick Farmer, Managing Director of Urban Edge Strategic, a consultancy focused on real estate strategy and development advisory. With more than two decades of experience across residential development and corporate communications, Nick combines commercial insight with a strong understanding of how narrative and positioning shape successful projects. Urban Edge Strategic works with developers and investors to sharpen project strategy, brand, and long-term value in increasingly competitive real estate markets. So without further ado, let’s get into it!  

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Hello & welcome to the show! Today we are joined by Peter Jackson. An architect who has been responsible for some of the most pivotal projects across the Emirate of Sharjah. With a varied portfolio across TWO continents, Peter has also dedicated much of his to the study & preservation of historic buildings. In this episode, we go on a journey through Peters key projects, his inspirations & his next chapter in life. So without further ado - Lets get into it. 

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Hello and welcome to the show! Today, we’re joined by Leali Ezzat, Founder and Creative Director of ELE Interior, a Dubai-based design studio known for its elegant, human-centric interiors. With years of experience delivering bespoke residential and hospitality projects across the region, Leali is recognized for her refined aesthetic and thoughtful approach to design. .

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Hello and welcome to the show! Today’s guest is Drue Newcomb, Group Director at P&T Group in Dubai, part of one of the world’s oldest and most respected architectural and engineering consultancies with a presence in over 70 cities globally.  Drue brings extensive experience in design and project leadership, having contributed to major regional developments including hospital and mixed-use projects such as the SFMC Hospital in Jeddah and Burj Rafal in Saudi Arabia.  At P&T, the team is known for combining sustainability, innovation, and cultural sensitivity across architecture, engineering, and planning.

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Hello and welcome to the show. Today, we’re joined by Ujjwal Goel, Managing Director of Teraciel Group, a fast-growing multidisciplinary company headquartered in Dubai. Under his leadership, Teraciel has evolved into a fully integrated group delivering real estate, interiors, manufacturing, and bespoke solutions across multiple global markets. Ujjwal’s vision and entrepreneurial drive continue to position Teraciel as a strong player in the region’s built environment. So without further ado, let’s get into it!.

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