We are delighted to announce that our Associate Director, Dina Hassanein, was named Project Manager of the Year at the prestigious Commercial Interior Design Awards MENA 2025.
This award is a testament to the passion and professionalism Dina brings to overseeing a variety of high-profile hospitality and residential projects across the region for Dewan.
Describing her award as “an honour” and a “humbling experience”, Dina said:
“Being recognized at such a prestigious platform is not just a personal achievement, but also a reflection of the collective support and culture at Dewan that empowers us to excel. Personally, it gives me immense pride as a wife and mother to show that women can successfully balance different roles while still reaching milestones in their careers. Professionally, it validates years of dedication, mentorship, and teamwork, and motivates me to continue raising the bar in project management. This recognition reinforces my commitment to contributing to Dewan’s vision and to inspiring other women in the industry to pursue leadership with confidence.”
Samer Touqan, Managing Principal of Projects and Design Delivery, said:
“In my opinion, Dina is living proof that abundant ambition and hard work lead to sustainable professional growth. I am pleased to have had the opportunity to mentor Dina toward her career objectives and look forward to witnessing the milestones that lie ahead. This award is a recognition of her years of effort and dedication, and I believe it is meaningful to all of us at Dewan, as every achievement is the result of coordinated teamwork.”
Ammar Al Assam, CEO of Dewan Architects + Engineers, said:
“We are very proud of Dina’s achievement, which highlights the exceptional talent and commitment within our team. Her recognition at the CID Awards is not only a personal milestone but also a reflection of Dewan’s culture of excellence and collaboration. We look forward to seeing her continue to grow and contribute to our shared success.”
Now in its 19th year, the CID Awards were held in Dubai in September, bringing together over 1,000 industry leaders across 30 categories.