Samer Charara

Samer Charara is a Principal and Executive Chair of the Dubai Studio at Woods Bagot, where he leads the firm’s strategic direction, design excellence, and business growth across the Middle East. An architect with 17 years at Woods Bagot, Samer has built a reputation for fostering long-lasting client relationships and delivering award-winning architecture and master planning projects driven by innovation, sustainability, and design excellence. Beyond his leadership in design and business, Samer is a recognized industry influencer, actively contributing to thought leadership initiatives, mentorship programs, and key industry forums. His ability to bridge creativity with business strategy enables him to contribute meaningfully to the evolution of the built environment.