Mustafa Khamash is an award-winning Emirati architect and founder of Kart Group, a multidisciplinary practice with a legacy spanning more than two decades.
The firm has become recognized for delivering sophisticated, award-winning environments for government, royal, and corporate clients across the region.
Khamash is distinguished by his unique role as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and public entities across the GCC.
His architectural approach was developed during his formative years at the Istituto Universitario di Architettura di Venezia.
Early Career and Influences
Khamash’s early career was shaped by working alongside the legendary Paolo Piva, followed by high-level international collaborations with Zaha Hadid Architects and Philippe Starck.
These collaborations likely influenced his approach to architecture, which emphasizes sophistication and innovation.
Recent Projects
Recent projects include the Al Maktoum Archives, a vital institutional project dedicated to preserving and celebrating the historical and cultural heritage of Dubai’s ruling family.
Another project is the Government Experience Exchange Office (GEEO).
The residential portfolio features exclusive luxury residential projects spanning the UAE and North Africa, including bespoke high-end villas in Al Khawaneej, a penthouse on Palm Jumeirah, and a project in Dar Mira in Rabat, Morocco.
Khamash is also involved in the creation of public art installations that operate at the intersection of architecture, sculpture, and national identity.
Significant public contributions to the UAE’s urban fabric include Haddad at the Dubai International Financial Centre, The Vision in Dubai Design District, and Frontliner at Dubai Science Park.
Contributions to the UAE’s Design Ecosystem
Beyond his private practice, Khamash is a figure in the UAE’s design ecosystem, dedicated to supporting the next generation of regional talent.
Through a strategic collaboration with Dubai Holding, Kart Group established a scholarship program with the Dubai Institute of Design and Innovation.
This program supports the development of local design talent, which is essential for the UAE’s continued growth and innovation.
Khamash describes his career as one where art, innovation, business, and human impact come together, which is a unique aspect of the architecture profession.
According to the report, Khamash shares that his passion for creativity evolved into a mission to create spaces and artworks that inspire people, and leave a lasting legacy.
Khamash’s work has had a lasting impact on the UAE’s urban fabric, and his commitment to supporting local talent will likely have a lasting legacy.
He is committed to regional design talent development.