About the Company

Our client is a leading regional landscape architecture studio with a growing reputation across the Middle East for delivering innovative, context-driven design. Their work spans large-scale public realm, hospitality, and mixed-use developments, combining creativity with a deep understanding of place, culture, and sustainability.

As the studio continues to expand, they are strengthening their leadership structure to guide the next phase of growth and design evolution.

About the Role

This is a rare opportunity to join the senior leadership team of a respected design practice and play a pivotal role in shaping its creative direction.

As Design Director, you will form part of a three-strong leadership group, providing design oversight and strategic guidance across the studio’s portfolio. You’ll lead key client relationships, inspire design teams, and ensure the highest quality of concept and execution across all projects.

The role combines hands-on design leadership with business and team development, making it an ideal opportunity for a senior landscape professional looking for a long-term, career-defining move in the Middle East.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and mentoring design teams across a range of high-profile regional projects.

• Acting as a key client-facing representative, guiding concept development and project vision.

• Contributing to the ongoing strategic and creative direction of the studio.

• Supporting business development through strong industry relationships and thought leadership.

• Collaborating closely with the leadership team to ensure continued growth and excellence.

About You

You’re an accomplished Landscape Architect with strong design leadership credentials and a proven track record in the Middle East. You combine creativity with strategic thinking and are as comfortable leading presentations as you are shaping conceptual ideas.

You’re looking for a long-term opportunity to make an impact — helping to guide, grow, and define a studio that values collaboration, innovation, and design integrity.

Requirements:

• Degree in Landscape Architecture or related discipline.

• Extensive experience in design leadership within the Middle East region.

• Proven ability to lead design direction on large-scale, high-profile projects.

• Confident and engaging client-facing skills.

• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building abilities.

Contact

Carl Thomas
+44(0)7947 868888
carl@locri.co.uk