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DESIGN GOES BEYOND SIGHT — IT’S AN EXPERIENCE

I’m an enthusiastic designer shaped by the rich cultural heritage of Dubai and currently expanding my creative journey in Atlanta, Georgia. Driven by curiosity and a love for exploring the world around me, I draw inspiration from diverse materials, craft tra ditions, and sensory experiences.

My design philosophy centers on transformation, innovation, and human-centric experience - where materials become storytellers and spaces evolve with purpose. I believe in the power of sensory and experiential design to evoke emotion, strengthen connecti on, and create meaningful environments that resonate beyond aesthetics. Through layered, adaptive design thinking and thoughtful material exploration, I strive to craft spaces that are immersive, functional, and culturally grounded. Collaboration, attention to deta il, and process integrity drive my approach from concept through execution. I’m passionate about innovative material applications, curated pale ttes, and precise documentation.

If you’re looking for creativity with intention, enthusiasm, and a collaborative spirit, I’m excited to contribute and grow wit h a team that values detail, culture, and design excellence.

HOW CAN TONES AND TEXTURES EVOKE A SENSE OF UNDERSTATED LUXURY?

AL FALASI VILLA I DUBAI (INTERNSHIP)

In many residential interiors, luxury is often expressed through excess— bold materials, heavy ornamentation, and visual intensit,rather than intention. This can result in spaces that feel overwhelming, disconnected, and lacking warmth. A restrained palette offers a more refined approach, where tone and texture become the primary drivers of experience.

Drawing from Dubai’s desert landscape, warm sand-inspired hues are layered with natural materials to create a sense of depth, softness, and continuity. Subtle contrasts and tactile surfaces replace visual noise, allowing light to enhance material richness and atmosphere. This approach fosters a calm, cohesive environment—where luxury is felt rather than seen, redefining it through restraint, warmth, and precision.

FLOOR PLANS KEY DESIGN DRIVERS

MASTER SUITE AND POWDER ROOM

FF&E Selection

HOW CAN WORKPLACE DESIGN SUPPORT NEURODIVERGENT INDIVIDUALS?

NEURODIVERGENT OFFICE I ATLANTA l JUNCTION KROG

In a typical office environment, the absence of nature integrati on often leads to elevated stress levels and diminished overall well-being. Physical barriers can limit accessibility, making it difficult for employees with disabilities to navigate the space with ease. Uniform, rigid workspaces fail to accommodate the diverse needs and working styles of today’s workforce. For neurodivergent individuals, overstimulating or stressful environments can severely hinder emotional health. In addition, inefficient collaboration zones can either cause overcrowding or lead to isolation, while poor acoustics and unclear wayfinding increase distractions and confusion.That’s why shape-shifting environments flexible, adaptive spaces that respond to users’ needs—are essential for creating inclusive, healthy, and high-performing workplace.

Reception – The Bloom

Lounge – The Drift

Café – The Dew

Open Space – The Petal

Marketing Team – The Radiance

Technology Team – The Core

Focus Pods Space – The Bud

Focus Pods Space – The Bud

Health & Navigators – The Essence

Finance – The Seed

Executive Office – The Throne

Admin – The Stem

HR – The Heart

Legal – The Vein

SHAPE-SHIFTING

Open Configuration : A collaborative hub with breakout areas, writable panels, and modular furniture that fosters spontaneous teamwork, workshops, and brainstorming, enhanced by biophilic features.

Semi-Open Configuration : Sliding partitions create flexible zones for focused collabora tion and hybrid meetings, balancing connectivity with privacy and ensuring accessibility.

Closed Configuration: Fully enclosed rooms support confidential meetings or deep focu s, with quiet zones and natural elements providing emotional safety and a nurturing environment.

RECEPTION & LOUNGE

LOUNGE & CAFE

WORKING SPACES – FOUR DISTINCT ZONES

• Group Working Tables: Shared, open setting for team collaboration. Encourages freedom and idea exchange

• Individual Working Tables:Subtle partitions create focused, solo environments.Supports deep concentration and privacy

• Huddle Pods: Semi-private nooks for quick discussions or brainstorming. Balance between openness and intimacy

• Leisure Seating: Informal, relaxed setting for social interactions.Provides space for pause and rejuvenation

DESIGN INTENT & IMPACT

Transitions & Clarity

Cognitive Regulation

Balanced Rhythm

Human-Centered Experience

LIGHTING AS A TOOL FOR SENSORY REGULATION

HOW CAN DESIGN TRANSFORM CULTURAL FRAGMENTATION INTO A SHARED SENSE

ALSERKAL COMMUNITY HUB

Located in the industrial district of Al Quoz 1, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the site occupies approximately 1.5 acres (500,000 sq ft), with a project area of 14,000 sq ft. Bounded by 17th Street, 6A Street, and First Al Khail Street, it sits near the Onpassive Metro Station (formerly Al Safa) on the M1 line. Originally functioning as a marble factory and warehouse complex, the brownfield site has since been adaptively reused into creative and cultural spaces.

Dubai is a city of contrasts, where rapid modernization coexists with deep cultural heritage. For its diverse population, this creates cultural fragmentation: heritage spaces often feel static, while modern developments seem detached from tradition, and thus expats and locals struggle to form a cohesive identity.

Vision: This project proposes a cultural hub that harmonizes Dubai’s heritage and modern design languages. By juxtaposing historic motifs with contemporary expressions, the cultural hub will foster belonging, pride, and cultural exchange for locals, expatriates, and visitors — turning identity and cultural tension into identity and cultural strength.

Mission: To create a cultural hub that preserves Dubai’s heritage while inspiring a shared identity for its diverse population by merging tradition and modernity into a cohesive community experience.

“Sands of Time” is a journey through culture, heritage, and innovation, like grains of sand that shift yet endure across the desert landscape. The design evokes the timeless rhythm of the desert, where every dune, every ripple, carries the imprint of history and the promise of new stories. Visitors move through a space that blurs the boundary between past and present, where traditional Arabic patterns, textures, and materials meet contemporary design and technology. Light, shadow, and materiality are to be orchestrated to create a sense of discovery, revealing layers of meaning gradually, as if unearthing stories buried beneath the sands.This approach transforms the hub into more than a building—it becomes a living narrative of culture and memory, where every step invites reflection, curiosity, and engagement. This project proposes a cultural hub that harmonizes Dubai’s heritage and modern design languages.

FLOOR PLANS

‘Sands of Time’ unfolds through the four houses of the hub:

Memory – Preserves heritage while connecting it to present-day experiences.

Gathering – Encourages connection and dialogue within Dubai’s evolving social fabric.

Knowledge – Promotes learning, curiosity, and innovation rooted in the past.

Expression – Translates ideas into creative engagement, blending old and new.

SOCIAL SPACE

The social space is a multi-layered experience reinterpreting traditional Emirati gatherings through a contemporary lens. It begins with a merchandise zone inspired by Arabian tents, evoking desert safari markets and celebrating local craftsmanship. It then transitions to a central majlis, the heart of social interaction, reflecting the communal essence of UAE hospitality. The journey culminates in an immersive zone with suspended carpets and intimate seating, creating a layered sensory environment that blends heritage and modernity, fostering reflection, conversation, and shared belonging.

Layering of mosaics from different arabic time periods represent layering and of the history and present of the UAE.

Layered patterns from different Arabic periods form a visual timeline that unfolds throughout the hub

SOCIALSPACE: TRANSITION FROM CARPET TO CERAMIC TILE

CULINARY KITCHEN: BUILT IN WALL NICHE

SHELF- DOVEL JOINT

Early Islamic Abstract, non-figurative geometric and modular patterns rooted in symmetry and Islamic architectural ornamentation.

Andalusian Intricate interlacing geometric and vegetal motifs blending Islamic design with Iberian artistic influence.

Mamluk

Structured compositions with radiant geometric medallions, complex symmetry, and rich color systems.

Ottoman Fluid, curvilinear designs featuring arabesques and stylized floral motifs like tulips and carnations.

CULINARY KITCHEN

HOW CAN INDUSTRIAL DESIGN HARMONIZE PAST AND PRESENT IN CONTEMPORARY LIVING?

30312 RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY SPACE I ATLANTA

Situated within a district rich in architectural diversity, this project stands at the crossroads of history and modernity. With an eclectic mix of historic factories, modern, and mixed-use styles, the area reflects a dynamic evolution shaped by redevelopment. This high-rise transformation embraces the city’s architectural narrative, blending traditional Southern elements with contemporary urban design.

Due to the historic aspect of the area, the project revitalizes an aging structure through adaptive reuse, preserving its character while introducing modern functionality. Designed in an industrial chic style , it fuses modern and historic elements, creating a sophisticated yet timeless living experience.

Number of Units: 249

Property Type: Mixed-Use

Year Built: 1973

Renovation Year: 2025

CONCEPT

Urban Harmony merges cultural richness with modern design in an industrial chic apartment. The project honors its historical context while embracing contemporary aesthetics, using local cultural elements and raw industrial materials. Emphasizing natural light and open layouts, it fosters a sense of belonging and encourages connection. This concept aims to blend old and new, creating a harmonious urban living space that meets residents’ functional needs.

PROJECT GOALS

Finding the path throught the grid

Floor Design with inlets

HOW CAN ADAPTIVE REUSE TRANSLATE HISTORIC CHARACTER INTO A CULINARY

RESTAURANT ANATOLIA I CZN BURAK I TURKEY

CZN Burak is a Turkish chef famous for his large-scale dishes and warm, engaging personality. His specialty lies in creating visually stunning, oversized meals with a theatrical cooking style. His restaurants blend modern and traditional Turkish interior design, featuring warm lighting, wood accents, and an inviting ambiance. Designed to enhance the dining experience by combining comfort with a touch of luxury, these spaces reflect his vibrant culinary approach. Building on this concept, this project focuses on a historical building that is to be renovated into a CZN Burak restaurant in Turkey.

Textured Venetian Plaster (Red Oxide Finish)

Wood Veneer (Natural Finish)

Geometric Porcelain Tile (Terracotta & Cream Pattern)

Jacquard Upholstery Fabric (Teal Geometric Motif)

Traditional Floral Toile Wallpaper (Burgundy on Cream)

Hand-Painted Botanical Wallpaper (Pomegranate Motif)

Damask Wallpaper (Deep Red Toneon-Tone)

Tropical Leaf

Upholstery Fabric (Green & Gold Print)

Large Format

Porcelain TileStone

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