My session under “Sustainability Talks” at Big 5 Construct Egypt. Egypt International Exhibition Center – Cairo, 26 June 2024 AI, it has obviously been the trend for the past few years, and it popped up even stronger with the emergence of Chat GPT recently. AI is definitely the next big thing, and I can even predict that its impact on …
Innovative Stadium Design & Architecture: Crafting the Future of Saudi Stadiums
As part of the Stadium Innovation Conference – KSA that took part in Riyadh on February 26th, 2024, I had the pleasure to moderate a dynamic panel discussion with industry experts that explored “Innovative Stadium Design & Architecture: Crafting the Future of Saudi Stadiums”. The Panel included:– Jacobo Bernaola Lorenzo – Section Chief for the Middle East, Sener– Johannes Hoffmann – Director, Zaha …
Elevating the Stadium Experience: Fusion of Design, Fan Engagement, and Technology
As part of “Stadiums and Sports Innovations Summit KSA” at Radisson Blu Hotel Riyadh on November 27th, 2023, I had the pleasure to moderate the panel on “Elevating the Stadium Experience: Fusion of Design, Fan Engagement, and Technology”, the topics covered were: The panel included: Francesco Aurelio Bongiorno, Ramon Jesus Gonzalez-Marquez, and Ignacio Alonso Junquera
ليه انتهى زمن العمارة الكلاسيكية؟
من زمان كنت عايز اكتب ثريد عن ليه بطلنا نعمل عمارة كلاسيكية زي بتاعة وسط البلد وليه المباني بقت شبه بعضها من غير هوية مميزة لكل بلد، والحقيقة ده موضوع معقد جدا ووجهة نظري فيه مختلفة شوية عن الشائع، لكن خلينا متفقين ان العمارة عموما علم يقبل اختلاف المدارس، مش ١+١=٢ طيب خلونا نتناول الموضوع من خلال الإجابة على شوية …
The Challenges of Planning Livable Communities: Riyadh as a Case Study
I’ve been invited as a guest lecturer within the Urban Design course at Masters of Architecture and Built Environment Program at “Politecnico di Milano“.The title of the lecture is:“The Challenges of Planning Livable Communities: Riyadh as a case study” https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/nCb0CA13MuYEzgcGtGrz?domain=dastu.polimi.it/
Creating Sustainable and Livable Cities – The Role of Urban Planning
As part of Moderspaces MENA Conference, The Address Dubai Marina Hotel, October 4th, 2023, this panel discussion included Darryl Custer, Managing Director, KEO International Consultants Architects, Liam Farrell, Advisory Director – Head of Strategic Planning, WSP, Nidhi Aggarwal, Principal – Urban Design and Masterplanning, WS Atkins, Kairmein Deboo-Irani, Director Urban Planning, Arcadis and moderated by Hussein Mahran, Head of PMO, NAGA Architects. This invigorating panel discusses the domino effect when developing inclusive …
بودكاست: احنا هنشتغل ايه
بودكاست عن مهنة الهندسة المعمارية ضمن بودكات “إحنا هنشتغل إيه” مع علاء النواوي
استخدام العمارة في التأثير السياسي والديني والوجداني على الشعوب
التصميم المعماري للمباني كان طول تاريخ البشرية وسيلة من أنظمة الحكم لتمرير رسائل غير مباشرة للمواطن العادي، رسائل يحس بيها وتأثر فيه وتوجه مسار حياته من غير ما يحس، هاستعرض أمثلة لده عبر التاريخ في مصر القديمة مثلا تقريبا كل المباني اللي وصلت لنا كانت مباني دينية بشكل أو آخر، وعشان العقيدة الدينية في مصر القديمة كانت هي عصب الحياة …
Construction Update Egypt – Scope of Sustainable and Renewable Energy Projects
Participation as a panelist in the “Construction Update Egypt” digital event under the “Scope of Sustainable and Renewable Energy Projects” session. Thursday, September 29th, 2022. What are the principles of a green economy and how do they apply to the construction industry? How can smart cities help create a sustainable future for the region? What did Egypt do towards achieving …
Disruptive Technologies and The Future of The Construction Industry
A live session on “Disruptive Technologies and The Future of The Construction Industry” as part of the conference sessions of The Big 5 Saudi in Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, Wednesday, March 30th, 2022.
Towards a Sustainable & Smart Arab City Paradigm
I lectured on the future aspirations towards a sustainable and smart Arab city paradigm within the Architecture and Design Theatre on Feb 11th at Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center at Stone Surface Saudi 2020. I’ve structured the presentation on five sections, starting with, where are we now? And if our cities are following the proper paradigms, then a quick …
Architecture and Design Trends in 2019
The world is steadily moving towards appreciating and celebrating the values of resilience design, sustainability and healthy living, that direction is guaranteed to continue in 2019, allowing natural light, natural air and pleasant views to the interiors is the ultimate goal of every designer now, securing high indoor air quality for inhabitants is also a crucial standard of a good …
Award of Merit Winner – 55th Annual Gold Nugget Awards
NAGA Architects received the Award of Merit at the prestigious Gold Nugget competition in the category of “Best International on the Boards Project” for the “Bay Residences” project in Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah that I had the honor to be its design project manager, award was announced at the San Francisco Moscone Center on the 28th of June! …
Showcase Architect – The Tiles of India Magazine
I’ve been showcased in May-June 2018 issue of The Tiles of India magazine based in Mumbai, check the e-version of May-June 2018 issue here and read the full showcase here. “Hussein Mahran, an architect with NAGA Architects, headquartered in Dubai with offices in USA and Saudi Arabia explains his design aesthetics in a conversation with The Tiles of India. Hussein Mahran is …
G+Unlimited Certified Architect – RAK Municipality
I’m now a G+Unlimited Certified Architect by Ras Al Khaimah Municipality after passing the qualification exam.
Evolution of Hi-Tech.. Devolution of Human
Are we – as human beings – really progressing as per the same pace of the progress of Hi-Tech? or are we descending? Are we moving towards being more intelligent and more efficient? or the other way around? Does Artificial Intelligence really help us focus on what matters more or does it just do the exercises we should’ve been practicing …
NYU Precinct – Abu Dhabi
New York University Residential development for MARYA Group in Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi 2B+G+8 Total BUA:220,000 sqft designed by naga architects
Northbay Residences – Mina Al Arab
Northbay Residences, a residential beach apartment and retail complex, a part of Hayat Island develoment in Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah by RAK Properties. Approximate total built-up area: 1.3 million square feet. designed by naga architects Northbay Residences at Cityscape Global, Dubai Sep 2017
Proud to join Naga
Proud to join the award winner multidisciplinary multinational Naga architects, designers & planners’ head office in Dubai – www.naga.ae
AUD Student Project Interview
An interview about the role of a “designer”, by Mahetab Hassan, AUD student at the School of Interior Design. Who inspired you to be a designer? Two things. Firstly he read a book when he was at high school by Hassan Fathi – an Egyptian architect that was interested in environmental building and using local materials and developing the way …