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E126 - Rasha Al-Tekreeti

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2026/09/09

Hello and welcome to the show. Today’s guest is Rasha Al-Tekreeti, Founder and CEO of Warû. Rasha is building a distinctive voice in the design and creative space, bringing together entrepreneurship, design, and a strong understanding of culture and identity.Through Warû, she is exploring new ways of approaching design and creating experiences that feel both contemporary and deeply connected to their context. Her journey offers an interesting perspective on what it takes to build a creative

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00:35:37

E125 - Atousa Aslaminezhad

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2026/08/26

Hello and welcome to the show. Today’s guest is Atousa Aslaminezhad, Assistant Professor at the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society at Heriot-Watt University Dubai. Her work explores the intersection of sustainability, infrastructure, and the built environment, bringing a research-driven perspective to the challenges shaping the future of our cities and buildings. So without further ado, let’s get into it!..Atousa Aslaminezhad - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |

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00:41:22

E124 - Melani Sabhaney

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2026/08/12

Hello and welcome to the show. Today’s guest is Melani Sabhaney, Co-Founder and Design Director of Interspace. With a passion for creating spaces that are both purposeful and memorable, Melani has played a key role in shaping Interspace into a leading multidisciplinary design practice known for its people-centric and innovative approach. Her work reflects a commitment to thoughtful design, attention to detail, and creating experiences that stand the test of time. So without further ado, let’s get

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00:49:09

E123 - Verve Design

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2026/07/22

Hello and welcome to the show. Today’s guests are Parthasarathy Sridhar, Director for Growth, Strategic Accounts, Projects & Procurement, and Kevin Mashford, CEO, of Verve Design. Together, they’ve helped shape a reputation for delivering projects with a clear commitment to quality, precision, and accountability.What sets Verve Design apart is its unwavering focus on execution—delivering projects *on time, on budget, and with zero defects*. It’s a philosophy that goes beyond good design,

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00:38:13

E122 - Somya Angolkar

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2026/07/08

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

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00:43:30

E121 - Rashiq Muhamad Ali

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2026/06/24

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

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00:39:43

E120 - Jeremy Robinson

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2026/06/10

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,

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00:45:21

E119 - Omar Farooq

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2026/05/20

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

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00:34:56

E118 - Sotiris Tsoulos

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2026/05/06

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

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00:37:18

E117 - Nick Farmer

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2026/04/22

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

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00:46:38

E116 - Peter Jackson

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2026/04/08

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. .Peter Jackson -

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00:44:10

E115 - Leali Ezzat

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2026/03/26

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. .Leali Ezzat - ⁠LinkedIn⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ELE Interior - ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠..To stay updated with our episodes, please

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00:34:03

E114 - Drue Newcomb

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2026/03/12

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,

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00:35:33

E113 - Ujjwal Goel

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2026/02/19

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

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00:39:11

E112 - Benazir Noor Mohamed

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2026/01/29

Hello and welcome to the show. Today’s guest is Benazir Noor Mohamed, an architect and Research Associate at University College London (UCL). With over a decade of professional experience and a Master’s degree from The Bartlett, UCL, Benazir focuses on the healthy, sustainable, and equitable design of the built environment. She also serves on the Advisory Board of the International WELL Building Institute and advocates for inclusive, people-centered cities in both her research and writing. So

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00:40:28

E111 - Nikita Chellani

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2026/01/14

Hello and welcome to the show. Today, I'm delighted to be joined by Nikita Chellani, an Associate at ROAR in Dubai — an award-winning interior design studio known for its bold, story-driven spaces. Nikita holds double master's degrees in interior and graphic design from the Florence Design Academy and has designed a wide range of projects across the UAE, from boutique cafés to immersive showrooms like the flagship for Jaipur Rugs in Alserkal Avenue. Her work was recently recognized as she

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00:30:49

E110 - Sandra Woodall

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2025/12/17

Hello and welcome to the show. Today, we are joined by Sandra Woodall, Design Principal of tangramGULF in Dubai. Sandra has close to three decades of experience in the MENA region. Tangram has won multiple international sustainability awards and this reflects their commitment to excellence. With a deep commitment to environmental responsiveness, Sandra has delivered some of the region’s landmark healthcare and social-infrastructure projects. So without further ado, let’s get into it!..Sandra Woodall

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00:37:03

E109 - Ben Corrigan

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2025/12/03

Hello and welcome to the show. Today, we are joined by Ben Corrigan, Principal Director of Bluehaus, a TP Bennett company. Over the past two decades, Ben has grown Bluehaus into a multidisciplinary consultancy working across architecture, interior design, and engineering. In 2025, Bluehaus became part of UK-based group, TP Bennett. This marked a major milestone in its regional growth under Ben’s leadership. So without further ado, let’s get into it!..Ben Corrigan - LinkedInBluehaus - Website |

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00:36:53

E108 - Amr Abdelaziz

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2025/11/13

Hello and welcome to the show. Today we are joined by Amr Abdelaziz, Senior Interior Designer at LW! Amr is known for his innovative take on luxury & hospitality interiors. A keen eye for detail & knowledge of materiality have allowed him to push conventional design boundaries & craft immersive guest experiences. Super excited for this episode, so without further ado, let’s get into it!..Amr Abdelaziz - LinkedInLW - Website | LinkedIn | Instagram ..To stay updated with our episodes,

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00:33:52

E107 - Leila Sobek

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2025/10/30

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

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