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Ahmed Bin Shabib.

Urbanist.

Ahmed bin Shabib is a multidisciplinary urbanist, publisher, and cultural engineer based in Dubai.1 He co-founded Brownbook, a bi-monthly magazine that served as an urban guide to the Middle East, with his twin brother Rashid.12 The magazine was active until 2017 and featured architecture, profiles, and intimate stories from the region in nearly 70 issues.1

Ahmed holds a degree in sustainable Urbanism from the University of Oxford.4 Along with his brother, he has been involved in various cultural and urban development projects, including:

  1. Curating exhibitions and collaborations with institutions like the Architectural Association School of Architecture, Vitra Design Museum, and Serpentine Gallery.4
  2. Serving as Cultural Advisors at the Office of Public and Cultural Diplomacy in the UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.1
  3. Being nominated for the Aga Khan Award for Architecture in 2010 and 2019.4

Ahmed and Rashid's work aims to advance the urban identity of the contemporary Middle East through various mediums, including publishing, exhibitions, and urban development projects.12 They continue to be active in the fields of urbanism and cultural engineering, contributing to the dialogue about Middle Eastern identity and culture on a global scale.23

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Ahmed Bin Shabib.
Ahmed Bin Shabib., photo 1
Ahmed Bin Shabib., photo 2
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United Arab Emirates