ABORA: the urban earthscape

1st Place Dubai Design District Awards 2025

Amid rapid urban development that has leveled much of the natural terrain, this project reimagines the ground as an active, generative layer of the city. Set in Oud Metha, Dubai, it explores how reintroducing natural formations into the built environment can foster public life, ecological balance, and collective learning.Inspired by geomorphological processes, it allows architecture, ecology, and community to evolve together in response to the land’s natural contours.

THE ORGAN

Dubai, United Arab Emirates 2024

A solo academic project the organ is a conservatory of music proposal in partnership with the renowned recording studio, Firdaus Orchestra by A. R. Rahman.
The project imagined a state of the art music conservatory right in the heart of expo Dubai.

ILÉ ÒJÒ

Second Runner Up - 2024 Paradyz Designers Competition (International)

A contemporary reinterpretation of the Indigenous West African impluvium, envisioning the bathhouse as a cyclical space that mirrors the rhythms of nature. Set within the misty highlands of Jos, Nigeria, it embraces rainfall as both a poetic and functional force.The narrative is strictly conveyed through four visual compositions, as required by the competition, each revealing a stage in the evolution of the space.

OPEN CIRCUITS

Dubai, United Arab Emirates 2023

As solo academic project to design a coding school right in the heart of Karama as part of the 2040 Masterplan. The Cedric Price Fun Palace concept of a dynamic and adaptable space for community engagement and creativity.

Karama 2040

Dubai, United Arab Emirates 2024

Karama 2040, presented at Dubai Design Week 2024, by Heriot-Watt University. Envisions a sustainable, community-focused future for Karama, aligned with the Dubai 2040 Master Plan.
The project reimagines urban spaces by transforming parking lots into green parks and creating a vibrant green corridor connecting key areas. It addresses local challenges by introducing essential facilities designed to foster education, innovation, and social cohesion.

SERAI. ناخ

Dubai, United Arab Emirates 2024

Nestled within the heart of Deira’s business district, this space draws inspiration from traditional caravanserais, offering a tranquil escape from the bustling city.
Sweeping, cloth-like arches drape the space, drawing guests toward intimate sleeping pods that provide a restful sanctuary to unwind, and recharge.

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Afropolis Lagos 2024

Lagos, Nigeria 2024

Working alongside the creative director, we transformed downtown Lagos, at the J. Randle Center for Yoruba Culture & History into a Pan-African hub for creatives, celebrating the vibrant intersection of performance, community, and innovation.Supported by the Lagos State Tourism Ministry, Afropolis was a first-of-its-kind groundbreaking 9 day event, which held in October 2024.

Ayong & the Stone

1st Place Themed Attraction Showcase 2023

This concept is for a themed experience that transports guests back in time to the heart of an ancient African kingdom, where they journey alongside a brave young hero to uncover a powerful relic.
Drawing inspiration from traditional folklore and the awe-inspiring architecture of historical African empires, the likes of the ancient Benin Kingdom, this concept is a tribute to the rich cultural heritage of our past.

EPSON Experience Center

Dubai, United Arab Emirates 2023

Commissioned to develop the pre-concept design for a flagship EPSON Experience Center in Dubai Production City. The proposal draws from the core values of the Japanese firm EPSON, translating its philosophy of precision, innovation, and sustainability into a spatial experience.
The design envisions a space that is rooted in Japanese cultural principles while showcasing cutting-edge technology.

Fantasy Castle

Conceptual 2022

Inspired by the Disney Castles it combines breathtaking ambience with interative storytelling, inviting guests to experience the spellbinding adventures of the
two main protagonists.

Arcadia

Concept 2022

Welcome to Arcadia, our floating jungle in the sky, which celebrates the nature in our rainforests, where animals are in their natural habitats free to roam.

The Dunes

Concept 2023

A desert oasis where the ancient art of mud construction intertwines with flourishing wildlife. Its unique coned design allows heat to gracefully escape from the top, creating a cool and comfortable space amidst the scorching climate. The serene reflecting infinity pool aligns with the captivating hues of sunrise and sunset. Overall, it harmoniously embraces the desert landscape, while honoring the rich tapestry of local architectural heritage.

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Architecture of Gamification

Dissertation research

How are games shaping
architectural expression among
the next generation of designers?An ethnographic study of an online community engaged in creative design through videogames. It found that many participants who grew up playing creative games such as minecraft later pursued careers in architecture and construction.

Unfolding Narratives

Speculative Concept

A continuously evolving narrative, where every element represents a pivotal moment in an unfolding timeline. Form is not simply born from physical environments; they are active participants in a living story, with each component playing a critical role in shaping a cohesive, dynamic experience. Wherever one engages with the design, they are immersed in a larger narrative, grounded in the fluid, interconnected nature of its elements.

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