The AForm Show Podcast

  • Home
  • The AForm Show Podcast

The AForm Show Podcast A bi-weekly podcast focused on the architecture + design ecosystem within the GCC

On this week’s episode, we have Mark Klever. He is the Founder and Design Director at MKD Architecture in Dubai. Mark is...
31/07/2025

On this week’s episode, we have Mark Klever. He is the Founder and Design Director at MKD Architecture in Dubai. Mark is celebrated for blending contemporary aesthetics with practical design. As an “architect’s architect”, he has championed the craft of not just design, but design delivery & ex*****on. With numerous award-winning projects across multiple continents, Mark has amassed a portfolio that is both diverse & deep.
Hear the full episode
Link in bio
ae
Host :
Audio :

Not all statements need to be loud. Some of the most innovative designs are subtle—and sometimes, the boldest move is si...
31/07/2025

Not all statements need to be loud. Some of the most innovative designs are subtle—and sometimes, the boldest move is silence.

On this week’s episode, we have Mark Klever. He is the Founder and Design Director at MKD Architecture in Dubai. Mark is celebrated for blending contemporary aesthetics with practical design. As an “architect’s architect”, he has championed the craft of not just design, but design delivery & ex*****on. With numerous award-winning projects across multiple continents, Mark has amassed a portfolio that is both diverse & deep.
Hear the full episode
Link in bio
ae
Host :
Audio :

This week, we’re joined by Sahil Shaik‑Muzawar, an urban planner and geographer based in Dubai. Holding an MSc from the ...
17/07/2025

This week, we’re joined by Sahil Shaik‑Muzawar, an urban planner and geographer based in Dubai. Holding an MSc from the University of Birmingham, Sahil has been working towards shaping the contextually-sensitive urban fabric across the region. He is a young urbanist from the Academy of Urbanism based in the UAE. He is also a part of RTPI’s Middle East Young Planners Network. He brings a unique blend of technical knowledge and passion for people-centered design.
Hear the full episode
Link in bio
Sahil Shaik-Muzawar
Host :
Audio :

Systems thinking means looking beyond individual components to understand how decisions impact the entire system. It’s a...
17/07/2025

Systems thinking means looking beyond individual components to understand how decisions impact the entire system. It’s about zooming out to see the bigger picture and long-term effects.

This week, we’re joined by Sahil Shaik‑Muzawar, an urban planner and geographer based in Dubai. Holding an MSc from the University of Birmingham, Sahil has been working towards shaping the contextually-sensitive urban fabric across the region. He is a young urbanist from the Academy of Urbanism based in the UAE. He is also a part of RTPI’s Middle East Young Planners Network. He brings a unique blend of technical knowledge and passion for people-centered design.
Heare the full episode
Link in bio
Sahil Shaik-Muzawar
Host :
Audio :

This week, we are joined by Eddy Abou Khalil, Regional Director for the Middle East and India at Cosentino. Eddy is a gl...
03/07/2025

This week, we are joined by Eddy Abou Khalil, Regional Director for the Middle East and India at Cosentino. Eddy is a global leader in sustainable and innovative surfaces. With a strong focus on growth and partnerships, Eddy has led Cosentino through major regional projects like Address Beach Hotel and Jumeirah Living Marina Gate. His leadership has earned him a place on Construction Week’s Power 100 list, recognizing the most influential figures in the Middle East’s construction scene.
Hear the full episode
Link in bio


Host :
Audio :

Staying aware of the competition isn’t about obsession—it’s about evolution. The market moves fast, and the right people...
03/07/2025

Staying aware of the competition isn’t about obsession—it’s about evolution. The market moves fast, and the right people turn insights into impact.

This week, we are joined by Eddy Abou Khalil, Regional Director for the Middle East and India at Cosentino. Eddy is a global leader in sustainable and innovative surfaces. With a strong focus on growth and partnerships, Eddy has led Cosentino through major regional projects like Address Beach Hotel and Jumeirah Living Marina Gate. His leadership has earned him a place on Construction Week’s Power 100 list, recognizing the most influential figures in the Middle East’s construction scene.
Hear the full episode
Link in bio


Host :
Audio :

This week, we are joined by Noelle Halabi, Associate Director at Edge Architects, award-winning architecture and design ...
12/06/2025

This week, we are joined by Noelle Halabi, Associate Director at Edge Architects, award-winning architecture and design consultancy with offices in Dubai. Noelle brings a wealth of experience in leading innovative projects that shape that region’s architectural landscape.
Hear the full episode
Link in biohalabi.architect ae
Host :
Audio :
We are powered by

Creating space for stakeholder workshops and communication helps fine-tune the brief, ensuring meaningful, user-centered...
12/06/2025

Creating space for stakeholder workshops and communication helps fine-tune the brief, ensuring meaningful, user-centered outcomes in both the short and long term.

This week, we are joined by Noelle Halabi, Associate Director at Edge Architects, award-winning architecture and design consultancy with offices in Dubai. Noelle brings a wealth of experience in leading innovative projects that shape that region’s architectural landscape.
Hear the full episode
Link in biohalabi.architect ae
Host :
Audio :
We are powered by

This week, I’m joined by Emily Mottolese, Managing Principal and Global Practice Leader at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill—be...
22/05/2025

This week, I’m joined by Emily Mottolese, Managing Principal and Global Practice Leader at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill—better known as SOM—where she’s been shaping the future of urban design on a global scale. Under her leadership, SOM recently unveiled its design for the Atelis, a landmark project redefining cultural architecture in the Middle East. With decades of experience spanning continents, Emily brings a unique perspective on how cities can evolve to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Hear the full episode
Link in bio


Host :
Audio :
We are powered by

Great design isn’t one voice. It’s a shared effort that evolves. The future builds just beyond tradition.This week, I’m ...
22/05/2025

Great design isn’t one voice. It’s a shared effort that evolves. The future builds just beyond tradition.

This week, I’m joined by Emily Mottolese, Managing Principal and Global Practice Leader at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill—better known as SOM—where she’s been shaping the future of urban design on a global scale. Under her leadership, SOM recently unveiled its design for the Atelis, a landmark project redefining cultural architecture in the Middle East. With decades of experience spanning continents, Emily brings a unique perspective on how cities can evolve to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Here the full episode
Link in bio


Host :
Audio :
We are powered by

This week, we are joined by Rajesh Chirayath, Technical Director for Construction Engineering Services at Jacobs in Duba...
08/05/2025

This week, we are joined by Rajesh Chirayath, Technical Director for Construction Engineering Services at Jacobs in Dubai. Rajesh is the expert who ensures ambitious architectural designs don’t just stay on paper but become structurally sound realities. With his deep knowledge of engineering and construction, he’s here to share insights on bridging design and ex*****on.


Host :
Audio :
We are powered by

Design is only complete when it can be built. Constructability is about enhancing ideas so they work safely and efficien...
08/05/2025

Design is only complete when it can be built. Constructability is about enhancing ideas so they work safely and efficiently on site.

This week, we are joined by Rajesh Chirayath, Technical Director for Construction Engineering Services at Jacobs in Dubai. Rajesh is the expert who ensures ambitious architectural designs don’t just stay on paper but become structurally sound realities. With his deep knowledge of engineering and construction, he’s here to share insights on bridging design and ex*****on.
Here the full episode
Link in bio


Host :
Audio :
We are powered by

Address


Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The AForm Show Podcast posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to The AForm Show Podcast:

Shortcuts

  • Want your business to be the top-listed Media Company?

Share