People

Detail and coordination that, when combined, guarantee buildability. These aspects are favoured by BSBG’s Head of Structures, Steven Bailey. Steven adopts a practical, resourceful and straightforward approach in his management of the interface between teams within his own and across the three divisions within the group.

With a background rooted in mathematics rather than art or drawing, Steven brings pragmatism and mechanism to the creation of outstanding architecture with engineering. His wealth of experience delivering massive engineering projects across the Middle East has given him a profound understanding of the demands the surrounding environment places upon structures, and he addresses each challenge with the level of astute technical expertise one could only acquire from an almost 20-year career in the region.

Chris Brown is a Director and Chartered Architectural Technologist (MCIAT). He co-ordinates an international team of technologists working in London, Riyadh and at the group’s Headquarters in Dubai. Chris supports the partners by overseeing operations across the international offices, having played a central role in the initial establishment of the BSBG proposition overseas.  

With a focus on driving productivity and developing the technical understanding of individuals within the design and construction teams, Chris drives BSBG’s commitment to technology and technical excellence in every aspect of the project cycle.

A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (FCIAT), Chris brings more than two decades of experience across design, construction and project delivery, including over 11 years in Dubai and the wider UAE. His experience spans projects of varying scales and complexity, from residential renovations in South Wales to ICD Brookfeild Place, a landmark USD 1 billion tower in Dubai’s DIFC. Combining strategic problem-solving with practical construction insight, he specialises in multidisciplinary coordination, construction design management, BIM integration, risk assessment, programme control and claims evaluation. His structured, collaborative approach helps multidisciplinary teams develop efficient, buildable solutions that maintain design intent, contractual obligations and performance objectives from concept through to completion.

Shelley Reid plays a key role in BSBG’s business development activities, leading the day-to-day management of tender responses and coordinating with teams across the practice to deliver compelling, accurate and commercially focused submissions. With a strong background in finance and commercial management, she helps shape competitive proposals that balance client requirements, market positioning and commercial value. Shelley also supports opportunity identification, pipeline development and client engagement, bringing together the right expertise to demonstrate BSBG’s capabilities and secure new work across its key markets.

Demetri Tourtouras is an architect with a belief in functionality and simplicity. His designs are tuned into the client brief with a precision that can only be derived from a wealth of experience in meeting the challenges imposed by one of the world’s most demanding architectural landscapes.

As well as project leadership, planning and delivery, Demetri is an invaluable point of contact during construction, with expertise in the contract administration and construction supervision disciplines. His own brand of leadership on some of the key BSBG projects, particularly within the mixed use, education and residential sectors, has ensured delivery ahead of schedule and has helped to establish many of the long term relationships BSBG has with key developers in the region.

Mark Vaughan is a Chartered Architectural Technologist with extensive experience delivering complex projects across healthcare, hospitality, residential and mixed-use sectors.

Since joining BSBG, Mark has led multidisciplinary project teams from Schematic Design through to Construction Documentation, combining technical expertise with a commitment to transforming design ideas into coordinated, buildable solutions. He also contributes extensively to the continued development of the practice through BIM innovation, technical standards, staff training, recruitment and strategic business planning.

A skilled and highly creative design leader, Michael Lewis embodies the passion, attitude and the unique vision required to activate transformative, emotive design. In addition to his recognised design vision and nuanced aesthetic styling, Michael is a renowned motivator and cultivator of fresh design talent. He is also an early stage advocate of new design technology and software to advance his team’s creative capabilities. Michael leads +studio, the BSBG design hub, encouraging his team to look towards the provision of holistic design as a solution, founded upon an ingrained understanding of how people use and interact with space, and targeted at forging an emotive connection between the architecture and the end user. This dynamic and visionary approach has been at the heart of the +studio designs for luxury wellness resort SHA Emirates and the prestigious Visa Middle East Headquarters building.

Michael’s enthusiasm for design is instantly infectious and authentic, and this is in turn visible throughout the teams he manages and develops. Michael previously held the position of Senior Design Director of Studio M, the design studio of Dubai developer Meraas, where he oversaw the full design of iconic projects that include La Mer, City Walk and the Nikki Beach resort. He also led the design of both Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and The Beach, in his previous role as Design Director of Benoy.

Zunaid Dakri is BSBG’s Legal Director and a UK-qualified solicitor with more than 15 years of experience across the UK, UAE and Saudi Arabia. He works closely with the Board and senior leadership to support sustainable growth, protect commercial value and manage risk across the Group’s international operations and projects.

Zunaid has negotiated and structured contracts and cross-border transactions valued at more than US$500 million, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and real estate finance. His experience covers major construction and mixed-use developments, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, data protection and the resolution of complex disputes through arbitration, mediation and litigation.

With a commercial-first approach, Zunaid balances legal risk with business opportunity, enabling informed decision-making while safeguarding BSBG’s interests and key relationships.

Ahmed has worked with BSBG for more than a decade, and was one of the first engineers to join the division. His extensive expertise and appetite for projects have helped him establish himself as one of BSBG’s most valuable assets, and he has worked his way up to become a Technical Director based upon his commitment and capabilities. As an engineer, his work is precise and meticulous, and this is augmented with a genuine passion and enthusiasm for all aspects of the project cycle.

Shaham is an inspirational mentor, manager and client liaison, with over two decades’ experience working on the design and delivery of high level projects throughout London. He is an accredited BIM professional, and considers the implementation and adoption of the latest technological and software advancements in design as vital in producing a significant architectural response, appropriate for the 21^st Century. 

With a portfolio that comprises residential schemes, the commercial, hospitality and education sectors, Shaham’s architectural footprint can be witnessed from Mayfair to Earl’s Court, having delivered multiple projects of the highest prestige. His infectious enthusiasm and passion for architectural design and delivery contributes to the exciting, vibrant atmosphere within the BSBG London studio, where creative and imaginative design solutions continue to enhance the projects of our clients.