Thrilled to join an incredible panel of visionaries, including Hans Ulrich Obrist, Aaron Betsky, Alison Brooks, Ben van Berkel, Bjarke Ingels, Francine Houben, Jeanne Gang, Lesley Lokko, and many more, in celebrating the best in architecture and design. The A+Awards shine a light on projects that redefine our built environment—pushing boundaries, fostering innovation, and shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future.
INVITED SPEAKER @ WE MEET ON AIR
Thanks to Simone Micheli for the invitation to present my research at this edition of "We Meet on Air." I look forward to listening to other participants' contributions and sharing creative ideas on residential architecture.
JUROR @ GERMAN UNIVERSITY IN CAIRO
Thanks to Prof. Covarino for the kind invitation to take part in the mid reviews of her course. I look forward to see the final product of the studio.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER @ RE-COND 25
Many thanks to the Architecture Foundation Turkey (MIV) for the invitation to serve as a keynote speaker at the 2nd International Conference on Reevaluating Contemporary Designs in Historical Context. I appreciate the organizers’ efforts and look forward to being in Istanbul again soon.
ADJUNCT FACULTY POSITION @ ISTITUTO MARANGONI
In spring 2025, I teach History and Criticism of Contemporary Design in the Master in Interior Design program at the prestigious Istituto Marangoni in Dubai. This will be an opportunity to expand my knowledge and criticism of contemporary theoretical movements of the last century, adding a more specific design component to the content of my lectures.
LAUNCHED PROJECT
One of the projects I led during my collaboration with BINGHATTI Developers has officially launched and is now under construction. I look forward to visiting it once it is completed. Given the company's efficiency and rapid execution, I'm confident that day will come soon.
NEW PROCEEDINGS PAPER PUBLISHED
I am happy to share that my paper “The Ancient Modernity of the Line” has been published in the Conference Proceedings “Networks, Markets & People” by SPRINGER NATURE .
JUROR @ LANDSCAPE MIDDLE EAST AWARDS 2024
I am honored to be invited for the second year to serve as a juror in the Landscape Middle East Awards. Thanks to the organizers, I am really looking forward to reviewing the submissions.
XXXIV Seminario internazionale e Premio di Architettura e Cultura Urbana
I once again had the privilege of presenting my research to the participants of the prestigious seminar on architecture and urban culture in Camerino. Now, in its 34th edition, the event remains one of the most prestigious architectural culture events in Italy. Thanks to the organizers for the kind invitation!
JUDGE @ WAF 2024
I am glad to announce that I have been assigned to the Future Projects - Residential category at the next WAF in Singapore. I look forward to meeting Kathy Basheva and Dr. Jeremy Smith, who will be my partners on the panel.
Workshop Blue Gulf @ 2024 Gulf Research Meeting
Yesterday's session at the GRM in Cambridge was fantastic. I had the opportunity to present my paper, "Urban Hydrosystems: The Interplay of Water and Design in UAE City Development." Today, I am eager to hear from esteemed colleagues and learn from their multidisciplinary contributions.
JUDGE @ APIDA
I am honored to be invited as a judge for this year's Asia Pacific Interior Design Award. Organized by the Hong Kong Interior Design Association (HKIDA) since 1992, this prestigious award celebrates its 32nd year of promoting professional standards and ethics in interior design while recognizing exceptional projects and designers in the field.
Invitation to Gulf Research Meeting 2024
I am thrilled to accept the invitation to participate and deliver a paper at the esteemed Gulf Research Meeting 2024. My presentation, titled "Urban Hydrosystems: Exploring the Relationship Between Water and Design in City Development," will showcase a range of projects designed by my students aimed at understanding the significance of water in shaping the growth of Arabian cities in the Gulf region.
(in the picture “Green Lagoon” by Tigran Kostandyan)
ARCH222 FINAL REVIEWS @ P&T ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS
My ARCH222 students had the incredible opportunity to receive valuable feedback on their final work during the reviews hosted at P&T Architects and Engineers Ltd in Dubai. A special thanks goes to Mahmoud Shahin for organizing the meeting. His competent and straightforward comments on the work enhanced students' awareness of their design process. We also would like to extend our appreciation to Effat (Ahmed-Effat) M. and Tommaso Calistri for joining us on this occasion. Students were positively impressed by their design knowledge, which was expressed through highly critical contributions.
COMPASSES ARTICLE ON LINE
Thanks to Compasses for publishing online the article I wrote about the KSA pavilion at the Expo.
LECTURE @ ABU DHABI UNIVERSITY AL AIN
I appreciate Prof. Apostolos Kyriazis for extending the invitation to discuss our research on urban regeneration in urban contexts across the UAE. I eagerly anticipate meeting the students at ADU and engaging in dialogue on this crucial topic.
PUBLICATION OF A NEW BOOK CHAPTER
I'm delighted to announce the publication of “The Routledge Companion to the Philosophy of Architectural Reconstruction” edited By Zoltán Somhegyi and Lisa Giombini. I contributed with a chapter, “The question of Al Seef in Dubai. A case of historicist architecture compared to the global principles of architectural heritage.” It scrutinizes the reconfiguration of the Al Seef precinct along the Creek in Dubai and its discerning portrayal of historical formal and spatial values.
DOCTORATE IN Architectural and Urban design @ UNIVPM
With immense pride, I am pleased to announce the achievement of a significant milestone in my educational journey. I have successfully completed the Ph.D. Program (D.M.45/2013) in Civil, Environmental, and Building Engineering and Architecture, specializing in the Scientific Disciplinary Sector ICAR/14 Architectural and Urban Design. I extend heartfelt gratitude to my mentors, the university, and all colleagues and friends who have provided unwavering support and collaboration throughout the rigorous four-year research endeavor.
ARCH 222 Mid Term reviews at P&T Architects and Engineers
Engaging architecture students with professional practice is essential for gaining insight into the dynamics and processes of contemporary architectural design. Therefore, my ARCH222 course students had an additional chance to engage with some of Dubai's top designers. The mid-term review occurred at the premises of P&T Architects and Engineers. We express heartfelt gratitude to the P&T leadership, Mahmoud Shahin, and the participating architects for their gracious hospitality and professionalism.
JUROR @ WAF 24 SINGAPORE
For the fourth consecutive year, I have the privilege of serving as a juror for the World Architecture Festival 2024 alongside distinguished designers and scholars in architecture. I eagerly anticipate reviewing this year’s submissions and engaging in meaningful exchanges of ideas during the event in Singapore.
