Abdulla Albaroudi

    Abdulla Albaroudi

    Abdulla has over 6 years’ experience as a landscape designer in Europe and the Middle East. As an Associate at Cracknell, he leads landscape design projects in the Middle East through concept generation, client engagement and project delivery, with a particular focus on BIM and sustainable design. He is passionate about telling a story through landscape design that reflects the context and the environment as well as client aspirations.

    Patricia Aute

    Patricia is an architect with more than 15 years’ experience in public realm, masterplanning and mixed-use projects at all scales throughout the MENA region & Europe.

    Her architectural background, sensitivity and passion for landscape contribute to designing thoughtful landscapes that have a positive impact on both the environment and communities. As a Project Leader at Cracknell she is actively involved in the analysis & design process supporting client needs by managing project and site complexities to deliver successful landscape and urban design projects.

    Patricia is passionate about creating environments that have a positive impact on people’s lives. She focuses on designing landscapes that encourage healthy living and lifestyles, while promoting inclusivity and celebrating diversity. Her work aims to maximise opportunities for play at all ages, allowing people to enjoy these spaces in harmony with nature for generations to come.

    Shobhana Parameswaran

    Shobhana is an Associate Landscape Architect at Cracknell with more than 8 years’ experience as an Architect with a background in Landscape Urbanism. At Cracknell, she has played a crucial role in leading diverse landscape and urban design projects. Her technical expertise and adaptability with various design software makes her a key member of the London team. Her proficiency in both BIM and 3D modelling environments has enabled her to deliver transformative and resilient designs across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia.
    With a passion for creating inclusive spaces, Shobhana ensures that every project she undertakes looks to foster a sense of community and accessibility. Her eye for detail and strong commitment to sustainability means that Shobhana continuously strives to shape environments that positively impact people’s lives, bringing her innovative ideas to life.

    Neil Munsornplang

    Neil is an Associate Landscape Architect with 20 years’ experience in delivering outstanding design solutions across a wide spectrum of projects, ranging from public parks and residential spaces to high-end hospitality environments. He is recognised for an exceptional ability to seamlessly integrate natural beauty, sustainability, and functionality into every project. Adept at collaborating with various stakeholders, particularly within the hospitality sector, he creates captivating outdoor spaces that enhance guest experiences and elevate the overall ambiance of hotels, resorts, and mixed-use developments.

    Alessandro Merati

    Alessandro has 10 years’ experience as a design professional in the Middle East and Europe. As a Senior Landscape Architect at Cracknell, he plays a pivotal role in design for shaping the outdoor environment, enhancing communities, and contributing to sustainable and visually appealing landscapes. He is an experienced leader of design projects across many sectors and has a particular skill in encouraging the team to develop innovative landscape solutions. Alessandro approaches each project with a blend of creativity and practicality. His designs reflect a deep appreciation for the unique characteristics of each site, incorporating indigenous plants, sustainable materials, and innovative design concepts.
     
    In addition, he is a highly skilled landscape photographer and uses his talents to record engaging imagery of many of Cracknell’s projects.

    Arnel Lemsic

    Arnel is an Architect with over 27 years’ experience on large scale and complex projects, mostly in China. He has a great passion for the fields of Architecture, Landscape and Urban Planning, believing in life-long learning in an environment that is constantly changing. A reliable team leader, Arnel is open-minded and respects the voices of others which contributes greatly to his ability to overcome design challenges with creativity and confidence

    Estela Asensio

    Estela is an architect and industrial designer with over 7 years’ experience in landscape and urban design. As a project leader she has delivered multiple projects at all design stages throughout Europe and the Middle East with a particular focus on developments in the Red Sea. She brings critical thinking and pragmatism to the team, with a personal approach that balances the global and the regional. Whilst working with the atmosphere and sense of place of each project, her attention focuses on the design details that will resonate the emotions of the user.

    Estela is passionate about design that values historic continuity and projects that are rooted in their context. She believes that landscape is a holistic discipline that will help all communities with their future challenges.

    Bojan Ilijin

    Bojan has over 7 years’ experience in landscape & urban design in the MENA region. An Associate Landscape Architect at Cracknell, he has been involved in some iconic projects. These include the Cultural District in Abu Dhabi to the new leisure & entertainment hub, Aljada in Sharjah, as well as a stunning desert resort in Liwa. Bojan believes that creative landscapes, incorporating architectural shapes & programmatic functions, must stimulate users by inviting them to interact directly with the space. He aims to design cities that make people feel alive & connected to the world & people around them.

    Omar Aridi

    Omar is an Associate Landscape Architect with over 8 years’ experience in the design profession in the MENA region and particularly KSA. His expertise centres on delivering designs that strike a balance between realism and innovation. With a proven track record of fostering effective teamwork, he has successfully led numerous projects of significant scale particularly in the field of streetscape design. Driven by an unwavering passion to create spaces that enhance and elevate quality of life for private clients and communities alike, he crafts transformative landscapes that harmoniously connect people with nature’s beauty.

    Laurent Achkar

    Laurent is a creative, ambitious and dynamic Associate Landscape Architect with 8 years’ experience in a vast range of projects mainly throughout the MENA region. With a strong eye for detail, he enjoys working within teams to collaborate with world-renowned architects to ensure full integration between the buildings and landscape scope. With a positive outlook, Laurent is a passionate proponent of landscape design that takes account of environmental issues. Keeping abreast of latest global research, developments and best practice he helps to steer sustainability initiatives within the firm.

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