heba elkalyoubi,

m. arch, dea diplome d'etat d'architecte, 

registry of architects of île-de-france,

egyptian syndicate of engineers

I am passionate about design, and I believe the most memorable spaces are those filled with meaning and unique experiences. I design buildings & interiors to save energy, using nature's free resources, while helping you translate your taste, memories & lifestyle into a spatial dimension to make together one harmonious space. See how it woks here.

 

Starting architecture school at the University of Texas at Austin and finishing my studies with a Master of Architecture from France, I oriented my research toward bioclimatic architecture and energy-saving design, with an emphasis on passive cooling strategies used in the warmest areas of the world. I have also been trained to create quality yet affordable interiors without compromising elegance & comfort.

 

I continuously learned about design while working under the close supervision of renowned award-winning architects: Paris-based Michel Guthmann, Beirut/Jeddah-based Michel Khallouf, and Cairo-based Shahira H. Fahmy. 

 

I also taught architecture, design & construction courses at the French University in Egypt & at Dar Al Hekma University in Saudi Arabia. As part of my teaching activities, I led many academic workshops about Egyptian cities, affordable housing & participatory approach in design.

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Many of my design projects have already been completed, take a look at them here.

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clients

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During my work in architectural firms and as a freelancer, I submitted award-winning proposals & designs ready for construction for:

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affiliations

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• Ordre des Architectes Ile-de-France, Paris, France

• Egyptian Syndicate of Engineers, Cairo. Egypt

 

awards

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• Members Award, WA Awards 20+10+X 7th Cycle for submission of “Manifesto Housing”. World Architecture Community. 2010

• First Prize, Project team leader of the winner project of the Andermatt Swiss Alps Planning & Architectural Competition, at Shahira H. Fahmy Architects. Orascom Development. 2011

• Honorable mention, for the design of Rialto mall in Alexandria, with George Talaat. Stanly- Investment and Real Estate Development. 2013

• SODIC: Allegria Signature villas, Westown, Giza, Egypt

• IKEA: Jeddah Country Office, KSA

• ORASCOM: Andermatt Swiss Alps, Switzerland

• HRH Pr. Turk Al Faisal Al Saud: custom-made furniture

• Mohammad Sharbatly: hard interiors, Jeddah, KSA

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philosophy

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As an architect, I strive to deliver designs with the power to contribute to your health & wellness. I believe healthy spaces are those allowing you to live in harmony with your environment & your unexpressed self.

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I love to promote whole living through design. I believe feeling whole comes from the sense of belonging in a space, and the sense of connection to the natural environment. In an era of increased artificialness, reconnecting with nature brings balance.

 

I believe nature brings serenity in a space, and appeals to humans both consciously & subconsciously. I love to recall nature in my designs by its color combinations, textures & materials. I believe there is powerful healing under the flawless colors of nature. 

 

Nature also gives us the best, cheapest & most powerful energy. Skip commercial 

consumerist "green" certifications. Go bioclimatic.

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