Dara John Towhidi
Dara John Towhidi founded DesignTomorrow after 22 years at Foster + Partners, where he worked on diverse projects of all scales across the globe. Dara’s vision for design is rooted in the belief that architecture can enhance human experience, combining creativity with clarity of purpose to deliver buildings and places that resonate with people. Dara leads a talented team of architects and designers who collaborate closely with clients to push the boundaries of design. He is committed to ensuring that every project is forward-looking, makes a positive impact on the built environment, and reflects the shared vision of both the team and our clients.
Maya
Maya is instrumental in driving the firm’s growth and cultivating a strong, inclusive company culture. With a focus on long-term strategy, she plays an active role in the development of new business opportunities, fostering client relationships that support the firm’s continued expansion. Her leadership is characterised by a balance of operational excellence and a deep commitment to nurturing talent. By creating an environment where creativity thrives, Maya supports the firm’s mission to consistently deliver innovative, forward-thinking designs while maintaining a collaborative, vibrant workplace.
Luca
As a design consultant with DesignTomorrow, Luca brings his extensive design expertise to the team. He is known for integrating materials, construction, and context to create innovative and sensitive designs. He has experience working with prominent architecture firms such as Foster + Partners and Skidmore, Owings and Merrill. His notable projects include the Zayed National Museum and the extension to the United Nations headquarters in Geneva. In addition, Luca maintains his own award-winning architecture practice, Luca Poian Forms, where he continues to explore new techniques in design and architecture. His work has received recognition and awards from the international architectural community.
Mauricio
Mauricio has a decade of professional experience in the EMEA region. A Cornell graduate, he holds a professional degree in architecture with a focus on design theory and received the Sands Medal for his outstanding undergraduate thesis. At SOM’s New York and London studios, Mauricio led the design of diverse projects, including those in the commercial, mixed-use, hospitality, and education sectors with a specialisation in high rise projects. He has received recognition for his exceptional design skills through awards such as the IAKS Bronze Medal and the Golden Shovel 2016 Award. He is a registered architect in the UK.
George
George Soare is a UK-registered architect with a decade of international experience. Before joining DesignTomorrow, he worked at Hawkins/Brown in London, leading projects like a sustainable timber-framed office, a metaverse-enabled innovation hub, and a flagship laboratory in Oxford. A passionate advocate for sustainable design, he has ensured projects meet BREEAM and WELL Standards and completed Passivhaus and Retrofit training. Proficient in BIM and experienced in leading multidisciplinary teams. George’s talent for hand drawing and illustration provides a powerful tool for effective communication with our clients.
Ibrahim
Ibrahim has dedicated over ten years to delivering large-scale master planning and local commercial developments. His expertise has helped form luxury real estate projects across Europe, North America, Asia, and the Middle East, with a keen interest in research with a strong commitment to user-centric strategies. He was previously EMEA Region lead for a North American tech company leading commercial real estate strategies for a 12,000 strong employee base, having lived in a wide array of vibrant countries working for firms such as Buro Ole Scheeren, UNStudio and Arup, Ibrahim has adopted a strong problem solving and systems thinking approach that adapts to challenges with a playful and fresh approach.
Alexander
Alexander is an architect with five years of experience in Europe and the Middle East. He graduated from the Royal College of Art, focusing on educational and commercial design, and has recently completed an eMBA at the London School of Economics. Working with renowned firms like Alford Hall Monaghan Morris, Jestico and Whiles, and Studio Seilern Architects he has gained experience in conceptual design, feasibility studies, RIBA stages 2-3 for residential, commercial, hospitality and mixed-use projects. Earlier in his career, Alexander worked on the developer-side in Slovakia, Ireland and UK formulating industrial projects with a focus on next-generation fuelling infrastructure and mobility.
Arian
Arian graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Architecture from the American University of Sharjah, where he received the MAD Award in 2021. His work has earned international recognition, including the RIBA President’s Bronze Medal Entry in 2019 and the Undergraduate Global Winner in the Art category in 2023 for his project “Shelter at the End of Time.” Arian also led the winning ‘Architects in Residence Al-Ula’ team in 2022 and has taught digital modelling and rendering at his alma mater.
Sania
Sania Halim is a RIBA Part II Architect with over four years of experience in high-rise residential, commercial, cultural, and education projects across the UK and India. Before joining DesignTomorrow, she worked at AHR Architects in the UK on BREEAM-compliant net-zero carbon projects. Sania holds a master’s degree with high distinction from the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, and her work has been featured in Architecture Fringe and Scotland Portfolio. She is passionate about innovative, sustainable design, emerging technologies like AI-driven generative design, and Web3 and Metaverse design, focusing on merging architecture with digital spaces.
Saanchi
Saanchi is a graduate of Sushant School of Art and Architecture, where she was recognised as a merit scholar, she holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree. Saanchi worked as a junior building designer at BDP, India, for a year, focusing on commercial and urbanism projects. She has also participated in various design competitions, securing winning entries, including first place in the Inspireli Design Competition 2023 in the Urban Design category and the World Architecture Community Awards 45th cycle. Currently, Saanchi is an architect at DesignTomorrow’s Dubai studio.
Yara
Yara is a graduate from the American University of Sharjah, where she pursued a Bachelor of Architecture, and was the recipient of the AIA Medal of Academic Excellence and the Dean’s Award of Academic Excellence for having the highest GPA upon graduation. In 2023, Yara attended Kingston University in London for a Net Carbon Zero Architecture summer program and was awarded best project and design. Currently, Yara is an Architect in DesignTomorrow’s Dubai studio.
Ahmed
Ahmed Noeman is currently pursuing a Master of Architecture at the University of Michigan while actively contributing to DesignTomorrow. Ahmed has garnered recognition as a finalist in the Inspireli Awards and for winning the Outstanding Team Award at the Sharjah Sustainability Awards. Ahmed is fueled by an unwavering passion for architecture and its impact on communities at large. Through his research, he has fostered interests in urbanism and urban design, always aiming to create spaces that are connected, walkable and vibrant.
Carlo
Carlo Alberto is a UK-qualified architect with international experience across the US, EMEA, and Asia and holds a Master of Architecture from the Architectural Association in London. Before completing his studies, Carlo gained professional experience at renowned firms, including Coop Himmelb(l)au, SOM’s and Grimshaw, where he contributed to major infrastructure, including London Underground’s Euston Station, Salerno “Costa D’Amalfi” airport and Corso Italia 23 in Milan. Carlo is an ARB-registered architect and currently works at DesignTomorrow’s Dubai studio.