CREATING BUILDINGS OF ABSOLUTE DESIGN QUALITY IS REALLY IMPORTANT TO ME.

I always aspire to exceed the client’s expectations in that respect. I think that forming a really strong concept early on helps carry the project right through. Having a clear vision that the client, design team and consultants can understand is critical in determining the final outcome.

When it comes to concept design, I’m quite traditional in my approach. I have excellent hand drawing skills that enable me to produce very high quality concept presentations for clients, which can then be seamlessly worked into computer models.

Before joining Ignite I spent 10 years working for a firm based in Dubai. I completed projects all over the world, including Mauritius, Montenegr, Bali and the Middle East. The main focus of my work was resort hotels and beach clubs, but I also worked on prestigious villa projects. In addition, I was invited to design a variety of projects – from embassies to golf resorts, including golf courses and spas for the Sheik of Dubai.

Having worked overseas, I’ve noticed that in other countries projects are more often won through limited competitions. Having been invited to compete in a number of these, along with three or four other international firms, I’d have to ensure the design concept was exceptional right from the
start. Winning work this way also gave me the opportunity to design against firms that I really admire such as Zaha Hadid and Norman Foster, which is an amazing experience.

AWARDS
Arabian Property Awards 2015 - Best Single Residence - Anita Villa
WAF Awards 2015 – Residential development - Adventz Tower