The aForm Show

By Alan George

This show is about all things architecture and design in the middle-east. Join us, as we sit across from thought leaders and change makers in their fields as they share their insight & add value t... more

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November 02, 2021 E041 - Ahmed Bukhash
On todays show we are excited to welcome Ahmed Bukhash. Considered to be one of the leading architects of the city, if not the region, Ahmed completed his undergrad studies in the US at Wentworth University. He then, went on to attain his masters degree in Japan which undoubtedly, has left a very lasting impression. Since then he has contributed to many developers & authorities within the city of Dubai & started up his practice Archidentity. So further ado, lets get into it.

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33min
October 12, 2021 E040 - Govind Shepley
On today’s show we are joined by Govind Shepley from Twentyone06. Early on, Govind explored multiple streams of design education before landing on architecture + design. This undoubtedly helped mold his design ethos, visual communication & much more! On this episode we talk about the birth of Twentyone06. We get into the nitty gritty of running a successful boutique design firm in Dubai. We discuss the business of design, a learning mindset and of course, some really cool on-going design work within the studio! Lots of key take-aways if you are a sole practitioner and/or lead a team!
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41min
September 22, 2021 E039 - Tariq Khayyat
On today’s show we have Tariq Khayyat! Tariq is an architect, designer and university lecturer with over 15 years of experience in delivering international work across complete project lifecycles. In 2018, Tariq founded Tariq Khayyat Design Partners, a bespoke design-led practise providing architectural and design solutions to private clients & developers. His work around the globe, uses research and innovation to create design solutions that respond to the ever-changing market needs. Prior to establishing TKDP, Tariq worked at ZHA, beginning as a Project Director and Designer in London and eventually heading the studio in Dubai. We are very excited to have him on the show today. So without further ado, let’s get into it!
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44min
September 01, 2021 E038 - Hana Younes
This week we catch up with Hana Younes from Dabbagh Architects. With a slew of well received, built projects, Hana brings a wealth of experience to our audiences across the entire project lifecycle. In addition, we also catch up & see whats changed in her design ecosystem, since episode 01!
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58min
August 16, 2021 E037 - ArchiSENSE
On this week’s episode, we are joined by Raha Milani and Maryam Karji, co-founders of ArchiSense Studio, an interdisciplinary design firm based right here in Dubai. Since establishing their practice in 2018, this dynamic duo have gone on to developing a portfolio of work in contemporary architecture, interior design and landscaping. With a focus on residential and commercial projects, their work seamlessly integrates cultural and local relevance with modern design elements. We are very excited to have them on the show with us today. So without further ado, let’s get into it!.
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41min
July 26, 2021 E036 - Studio D04
Today we are joined by Fatima Al Zaabi, Noora Al Awar, and Afnan Saeed. They are the founding partners of Studio D04, bonded over the same vision and passion for Architecture and design. Fatima’s specialty lies in exploring advanced digital fabrication methods. Noora’s work focuses on exploring material processes with influences of traditional concepts derived from her surroundings. Afnan is eager to push the boundaries on Architecture and design by exploring new details and aesthetics. Together, this dynamic trio has led a range of diverse projects in the UAE that leverage indigenous Arab & Emirati design elements. Their designs can easily be described as unique, modern and progressive, with a sensitivity to local living and community needs. As three female, Emirati architects, they are paving a way for young, home-grown, female-owned practices. We are super excited to have Fatima, Noora, and Afnan on the show today. So without further ado, let’s get into it!
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57min
July 05, 2021 E035 - Arjan Pit
On this week’s episode we are joined by Arjan Pit, Managing Director at UNStudio! Arjan completed his education at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands, and has since developed an extensive portfolio of work across Europe, China and the Middle East. Having lived and worked in multiple parts of the world, he has a broad interest and understanding of cultural diversity, sustainability and shaping the ‘future’ of cities in intrinsically different ways. Locally, he has been a part of many groundbreaking projects here in the region. We are very excited to have him on the show with us today and to delve deep into his design manifesto. So without further ado, let’s get into it!
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35min
June 15, 2021 E034 - Prabhanjan Kambadur
On today’s episode, we are joined by Prabhanjan Kambadur of RSP! With over 20 years of experience under his belt, Prabhanjan brings in a wealth of technical and creative knowledge in planning for and delivering large-scale and complex projects across a variety of market sectors. His experience ranges from master planning of cities and town centres to establishing urban design guidelines for integrated developments, design of technology parks and mixed-used developments across Middle East and Asia.
Prabhanjan joined RSP Architects in 2001 as a Senior Architect and worked his way to becoming a Director. In the process, he has managed and led a diverse team of planners, architects and engineers on several award winning projects in the region. We are very excited to have him on the show today so without further ado, let’s get into it!
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47min
June 07, 2021 INDEX Special - SHURE with Antony Lovell
After what seems like an eternity, the aForm show was back out at a LIVE event. INDEX 2021 was a massive success for designers in the city of Dubai! The sentiment of onward and upward was undeniable. As part our special coverage, we catch up with Antony Lovell from SHURE. We discuss their new line of microphones & speakers that integrate seamlessly into any interior design. We discuss why these products elevate audio quality & the nuances for designers to consider when using them.
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Check out the SHURE products discussed!
MXA910 - Ceiling Array Microphone
Microflex Complete Wireless
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Sponsorships: off for this episode
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24min
June 01, 2021 E032 - Varsha Vasant
This week we are joined by Varsha Vasant from RMJM. She is an architect with six years of experience in the Architecture industry in Dubai. She has recognized for her contributions to many projects. Key elements to her success have been, her enthusiasm, passion & soft skills. She thrives in think tanks and collaborative environments. Varshas life experiences have helped her in keeping calm and resilient in times of stress. She is consistently driven by every opportunity to learn/grow and believes this is a mindset that has to be exercised into being. Varsha can also be loosely described as a jack of all trades. Someone who is open and willing to explore new things constantly. She's dives passionately head deep into just about anything she's doing whether that is architecture, design, art, music or movies. So without further ado, lets get into it!
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50min

FAQs about The aForm Show:

How many episodes does The aForm Show have?

The podcast currently has 101 episodes available.