Walid Abdussalam Elturki

Libya
"BA (hons) 3DD I.D, BA (hons) Arch,Dip Arch, RIBA Chairman-Co-founder.

Graduated from Brunnel University in 1994 with a degree in 3 Dimensional Design, Interior Design, and a distinction in historical studies. 1998 graduated from Brighton University with a degree in architecture and RIBA part 1. In 2000 worked with Zaha Hadid architects on the Phaeno Science Centre competition in Wolfsburg.  Completed Diploma in Architecture and received RIBA part 2 with distinction in 2001 from Brighton University and in 2001 started working with LCE architects and within one year became involved in the early process of design development. 2003 became a director at Lce Architects. In 2003 went back to Libya and started a Libyan practice (Allabina architectural and engineering services), which became the biggest private practices in Libya in 2011(employing more than 300 staff), focusing mainly on government projects, design and supervision.  Between 2006-2011 worked with architects such as Zaha Hadid Architects, OMA, Fosters and partners and many others, and also chaired and been part of different committees in Libya including the committee overseeing the design of the main airports; Tripoli, Benghazi, Sabha, El-Bayda and so on. In 2007 Co-founded AlBadea design consultancy and secured project in different sectors. In 2009 became a full member of the RIBA.

In 2012 Co-founded Libya Design Cultural Centre and cofounded + 381 Design in 2013 with the intention to create a vehicle that is Creative. In 2014 established El Design office, after securing projects in Dubai and Saudi Arabia. Together with his partners he oversees all the practices."

Source:
Libya Design. "About us. Walid Abdussalam Elturki."  Accessed October 24, 2016.

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