In this episode of WiE Connect Podcast, we sit down with Lebanese architect Tarek Ibrahim — founder of Paseo Architecture and a rising voice in contemporary design. Dubbed the “Vogue Architect” by Abode2, Tarek has played a pivotal role in shaping cultural ambition and community well-being, earning numerous accolades such as the Excellence in Architecture Award (2018), the German Design Award (2020), and multiple A'Design Awards.

In a time when architecture is increasingly designed for the camera, and experienced through screens, it’s easy to forget a simple truth: buildings are not images—they are environments to be inhabited, remembered, and felt. The book of Finnish architect Juhani Pallasmaa, The Eyes of the Skin (1996), stands as a vital counterpoint to the rise of hyper-visual design culture. A poetic and philosophical manifesto, the book calls for a return to embodied architecture.

In the accelerating churn of global cities—where towers rise overnight and neighborhoods vanish without ceremony—heritage conservation...

What defines a landmark? It's a question that may seem obvious at first—until we look deeper. From towering icons like the Eiffel Tower or the Burj Khalifa to ancient wonders like the Pyramids, the word landmark often conjures striking visuals. But the true essence of a landmark isn’t just in its silhouette—it lies in its ability to mark the land, to inscribe meaning onto space.

In this engaging and thought-provoking podcast, Amale Andraos, a renowned New York-based architect, educator, and former dean of the Columbi

Urban Morphology teaches us to see the city as a palimpsest—a manuscript rewritten over time, with traces of each layer still visible. It urges us to look beyond façades and zoning diagrams, to read the cultural sediment embedded in every block, street, and square. Each city wall, courtyard, or axis is not just a design element—it’s a material memory. But in a world of spreadsheets and simulations, can we still hear these older voices beneath the asphalt?

What truly separates good design from great design? How can we create a space that does more than engage the conscious mind?

WiE Connect podcast series, interview with Mohamed Al Assam, the Executive Chairman and Founder of Dewan Architects + Engineers

Heritage is often seen as something we inherit—historic buildings, cultural traditions, or ancient landmarks that recount stories of the past. However, what if heritage is more than just relics encased in glass or monuments frozen in time? What if it's a living, evolving entity shaped by our emotions, memories, and interactions with the spaces around us?

Is nature a fundamental dimension in architecture and design? Is the world truly poorly designed? Where is the gap, and how can it be filled

Reinterpreting Sacred Architecture: Exploring Transcendence, Design, and the Spirit of Space

Harmony in Curves: Exploring the Influence of Calligraphy in Architectural Language

Exploring the Symbiosis of Graphic Design and Architecture: A Collaborative Symphony

In the interconnected world of architectural dialogue, we often find ourselves grappling with lofty ideals and intricate terminologies....

At WiE Design, we have embarked on a profound journey into the realm of architectural graphic design, where every element holds meaning .