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Hello and welcome to the show. Today, I’m thrilled to be joined by Leila Sobek, founder of BMA Studio, an award-winning global design consultancy with offices in Dubai, London, and Cairo. With over 25 years of experience as both an architect and engineer, Leila is known for her signature philosophy of “beauty in layers,” blending striking design with lasting structure. She led landmark projects for major names like Emaar and Fairmont, and under her leadership, BMA Studio’s Beach House in Abu Dhabi recently won “Best Architecture Single Residence” at the 2023 Arabian Property Awards. So without further ado, let’s get into it!

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Hello and welcome to the show everyone. Today, we are joined by Ryan Sailsman, basically the Creative Head/Visionary behind Sailsman House of Architecture, also known as SHOA. This introduction is going to be fairly brief because Ryan is going to do the heavy lifting in this episode. So without further ado, let’s get into it!

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Hello and welcome to the show. Our guest today is Vaishali Deshmukh. She is a Design Director based in Dubai. Vaishali has designed and delivered projects within the region for close to 2 decades. Needless to say, she is known for exciting innovations in design & has a wealth of experience to share. So without further ado, let’s get into it!

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Hello and welcome to the show. Today, we’re joined by Muhammad Habsah, Director at U+A in Dubai and a leading voice in contemporary architecture across the region. With a deep focus on context-driven design and innovative solutions, Muhammad has played a key role in shaping U+A’s diverse portfolio of projects. His work reflects a thoughtful balance between creativity, functionality, and cultural relevance. So without further ado, let’s get into it.

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Hello and welcome to the show. Today’s guest is Marija Krsmanovic, a Senior Architect at LWK + PARTNERS based in Dubai with a global background that spans Slovenia, Brazil, Germany, Qatar, and over a decade in the UAE. Her journey has been focused on design excellence whilst maintaining a balance across her life goals. So without further ado, let’s get into it!

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Hello and welcome to the show everyone. Today, we’re delighted to be joined by Khaled AlShamaa and Hamdi Adam, founders of XYZ Designers in Dubai. Their recent work on Quattro Del Mar and Edge 1 at Raha Canal both earned Gold at the 2024 Global Future Design Awards. It's showcasing their innovative, community-focused approach. Their studio combines ecological sensitivity, timeless elegance, and urban design across architecture, interiors, and planning. So, without further ado, let’s begin!

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Hello and welcome to the show. Today, we are joined by Laila Al‑Yousuf and Matthew Sexton, founders of SAY Studio in Dubai. Under their leadership, SAY Studio has partnered with global names like LinkedIn, Apple, Google, and Siemens Energy, delivering LEED‑Gold workplace environments and expanding into hospitality and F&B with projects like Grand Mercure. Their studio has designed over 3 million sq ft of human‑centric, sustainable spaces and recently grew into KSA with high-profile workplace headquarters. So, without further ado, let’s get into it!

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Hello and welcome to the show. On today’s episode, we have Mark Klever. He is the Founder and Design Director at MKD Architecture in Dubai. Mark is celebrated for blending contemporary aesthetics with practical design. As an “architect's architect”, he has championed the craft of not just design, but design delivery and execution. With numerous award-winning projects across multiple continents, Mark has amassed a portfolio that is both diverse and deep. Much to get through on this episode, so without further ado, let’s get into it.

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Hello and welcome to the show everyone. Today, we’re joined by Sahil Shaik‑Muzawar, an urban planner and geographer based in Dubai. Holding an MSc from the University of Birmingham, Sahil has been working towards shaping the contextually-sensitive urban fabric across the region. He is a young urbanist from the Academy of Urbanism based in the UAE. He is also a part of RTPI’s Middle East Young Planners Network. He brings a unique blend of technical knowledge and passion for people-centered design. So without further ado, let’s get into it!

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Hello and welcome to the show. Today, we are joined by Eddy Abou Khalil, Regional Director for the Middle East and India at Cosentino. Eddy is a global leader in sustainable and innovative surfaces. With a strong focus on growth and partnerships, Eddy has led Cosentino through major regional projects like Address Beach Hotel and Jumeirah Living Marina Gate. His leadership has earned him a place on Construction Week’s Power 100 list, recognizing the most influential figures in the Middle East’s construction scene. So without further ado, let’s get into it!

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