Top 10 Women Architects in Dubai - 2025
The architecture sector in Dubai has expanded a lot in ten years through urbanization, iconic projects and sustainability and smart city design ideas becoming prevalent. The architectural market in Dubai is special as it is organized in a way that combines innovation, technology, and global expertise. There are unprecedented infrastructure plans and developments driven by tourism, and an increased demand for architects in developing built forms, and large-scale developments offer increased opportunities in residential, commercial and cultural facilities building.
Women architects are assuming more leadership roles in Dubai and increasingly driving high-profile projects and design directions. Their presence is growing in firms that actively embrace diversity and cooperation. Women architects are shaping not only the aesthetic and functional aspects of the skyline, but also our work patterns and the push for suitability and community-focused design. Female architects continue to contribute new ideas, aiding processes of innovation. There will also be important roles for women architects in using future technologies, including smart building systems, AI-assisted design and new eco-materials. Women architects make an important contribution to further Dubai's goals of emerging as a global centre of futuristic cities. Women architects will increasingly lead in the hybridization of understanding and developing new technologies with traditional approaches to infrastructure and buildings. Improving and developing the built environment will support economic growth from improved infrastructure, increasing real estate investment and improving livability.
With good policies and expanding professional networks, women architects will increase their influence over Dubai's cultural identity and technological development. Women leaders in architecture are changing how the field operates in the UAE. Their leadership has made the industry more adaptable, resilient, and globally competitive.
In this issue, the Women Entrepreneurs Review magazine brings a list of ‘Top 10 Women Architects in Dubai - 2025’, who are domineers of change in the corporate realm of the country. This list of ten leading and inspiring women is crafted by a team of CEOs, VCs, and the editorial board, delivering inspiring stories of their journey and the contributions & roles played by them in the creation and empowerment of an economically powerful nation.
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Alina Valcarce, Founder & Design Director, Dubai
With a passion for crafting meaningful spaces, she combines contemporary elegance with thoughtful functionality, delivering designs that resonate with both users and context
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Asli Ergen, Director, Dubai
She brings international expertise to diverse projects, championing architectural and global design perspectives that drive environmental restoration and foster social connection
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Carrie Das, Founder, Dubai
She brings over 25 years of experience in creating timeless, elegant spaces that blend global influences with refined luxury, aligning her creative values
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Fatima Al Zaabi, Managing Director, Dubai
She specializes in creating culturally inspired, sustainable designs across residential, commercial, and public projects, blending innovation with Emirati heritage
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Kholoud Yassin, Architect, Dubai
With a diverse background in conceptual, urban, and landscape design, she is proficient in BIM modeling for both architectural and landscape projects
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Kristina O Bråteng, Founder & CEO, Dubai
She leads projects across commercial, residential, and cultural sectors, combining creativity with sustainable and human-centered solutions
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Rasha Salah AlKady, Founder & Principal Architect, Dubai
With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in Adaptive Reuse, Architectural Design, Cultural UX Design, Climate-Change Adaptation in Cultural Sites, and more
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Reem Al Qamzi, Founder, Dubai
She specializes in sustainable and culturally rich architecture, transforming residential, commercial, and public spaces with thoughtful, timeless design
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Regina Santos, Founder & Design Director, Dubai
As an Architectural Lighting Designer with over 15 years of experience in the Middle East, she brings expertise to hospitality, residential, commercial, educational, and cultural projects
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Sumaya Dabbagh, Owner & Architect, Dubai
Her specialties include contemporary and contextual design, a holistic design approach, and architectural and interior design across public and private sectors