Michel Khallouf is a distinguished Design Architect with over 29 years of professional experience in architecture, urban development, and project delivery across the MENA region and Europe. Since 2004, he has founded and led several successful design practices, contributing to a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from boutique developments to large-scale, complex, and landmark structures.

He holds an MBA from University of Hull Business School (Class of 2003) and a Master’s Degree in Management from Harvard Business School (Class of 2017), complementing his architectural expertise with advanced business, leadership, and strategic management capabilities.

Throughout his career, Michel has collaborated with multinational clients, consultants, and stakeholders, consistently delivering innovative, sustainable, and high-quality design solutions. His expertise encompasses architectural design, master planning, project management, and strategic leadership, with a proven ability to guide multidisciplinary teams and successfully execute projects within demanding timelines and performance standards.

Beyond professional practice, Michel is deeply committed to advancing the architectural profession and fostering the next generation of architects. His extensive international experience, combined with his business and management education, provides a unique perspective on the evolving relationship between architectural education, professional practice, innovation, and leadership.

As a prospective member of the School of Architecture Advisory Board, Michel brings a combination of architectural expertise, entrepreneurial leadership, business acumen, and international experience. His insights can help strengthen the connection between academia and industry, ensuring that future architects are equipped to address the challenges and opportunities of an increasingly complex and rapidly changing built environment.