Dr. Rasem Badran
Founder & Principal Architect
Born in 1945, the internationally renowned Palestinian-Jordanian architect, Dr. Rasem Badran, graduated with B.Sc. in Architectural Engineering from the Technical University T.H. of Darmstad, Germany in 1970. He received an honorary PhD in Architectural design from the Jordan University of Science and for his achievements in the field of Architectural Design and theory in 2002.
Dr. Rasem Badran’s works are based on a methodological approach in defining Architecture as a continuous dialogue between contemporary needs and historical inherited cultural values. His belief shaped our path at DAR AL OMRAN “We derive from the past what we design for today to withstand the future.” The team of highly qualified architects design contemporary solutions derived from regional and cultural heritage that is compatible with the local environment.
Dr. Rasem Badran’s is the 2019 recipient of the prestigious Tamayouz Lifetime Achievement Award for Architecture.
Eng. Anas Sinno
Founder & Executive Director
Mr. Sinno graduated from the American University of Beirut in 1964, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and started his career in the construction industry. His expertise include; Corporate governance , Strategic planning, Construction management, Contractual and financial management, Client relations and business development. With a plethora of experience and over 50 years of dedication in the industry in the Middle East, Mr. Sinno is the strategic leader of DAR AL OMRAN.
Mr. Sinno leads the company’s mission to improve society through the built environment, focusing on creating better economic, environmental and experiential outcomes in the built environment through connecting people with building systems. His collaborative approach and track record of accomplishments has earned the trust of clients while establishing DAR AL OMRAN’s expertise in historic architecture, urban planning, efficient building systems design, and smart cities. And till this day continues to strive for operational excellence.
Dr. Sami Al Sabbagh
Founder of DAO KSA, Partner
Dr. Al Sabbagh had graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1982 and had later obtained his MArch Degree in Architecture form Southern California Institute of Architecture. Dr. Al Sabbagh also holds a PhD Degree in Architecture from Beirut Arab University. His area of research focuses on the continuous investigation of Ingenious discourses between Heritage and Contemporary Movements in Arab Cities, with focus on the city of Riyadh.
Dr. Al Sabbagh’s experience includes thorough knowledge in promoting the highest standards of integrity, probity and corporate governance throughout the firm and particularly at board and management levels. His achievements include the building and modelling of the DAO KSA’s company structure, providing inspired leadership to his executive teams, establishing a great working relationship with the public sector and high-profile clients, and setting a course for company’s strategy, implementing effective policies and procedures.