After 30 years in the United States, Hassan Abouseda moved back to Egypt in 2009 and established Hassan Abouseda Architects, HAA.
Since then, HAA has grown into one of Egypt’s leading design studios; offering architecture, interior and furniture design. HAA’s design aesthetic is a cross between memory and desire; capitalising on the interplay between history and innovation. HAA’s primary focus is their client’s dreams and goals. They devote their creativity and innovative thinking to arrive at design solutions that delight and inspire. While they pride themselves in thinking “outside the box” they are also very respectful of the physical and social context in which their buildings are to exist. Since their work encompasses everything from architecture to furniture, they believe that excellence in design must be present all the way, from the biggest of concepts to the smallest of details.
HAA has worked with some of Egypt’s leading development companies such as Orascom HD, SODIC, Somabay and El Ismaeleya For Real Estate Investments. Their projects range from a country club on 8 acres for SODIC, to luxury private villas and apartments, all the way to small outlets for a fast food chain.
Hassan Abouseda received his Bachelor of Science in Art & Design ('83) and Master of Architecture ('87) from M.I.T.
While working for a number of architectural firms in the Cambridge area, he also taught architectural design at The Massachusetts College of Art.
In 1990, Abouseda moved to New York City where he turned his attention to furniture design.
In 1994 he opened HAF, a furniture showroom and design studio in Soho. During that time he was also teaching Furniture and Interior Design at Parsons School of Design.
In 2000, Abouseda decided to re-focus his practice on architecture and interior design. His projects include houses in Egypt, Easthampton NY and Upstate NY, as well as apartments and restaurants in New York City.
In 2009, Abouseda moved back to Egypt where he established Hassan Abouseda Arcitects.