University of San Carlos

Professional Background

Mona Hussein is the creative force behind her Cairo-based design office Mona Hussein Design House. Discovering her passion for design, she first launched a lighting showroom in 1993 for which she did both the interior design and the products. Honing her knack for interior design, she then established her design house which has now expanded into architecture, landscape, furniture design and branding.
As a designer Mona Hussein understands the importance of creating unique and inspiring spaces for her clients, whether the project is residential or commercial, interior design or landscaping.
"It is understanding a client's vision for their project and then translating that into a functional design that makes this job so gratifying."
Being part of an award winning project "Designopolis", Mona Hussein has made her mark on many of Egypt's most elegant homes, hotels and commercial projects. Amongst her most prevalent projects is the design of Cilantro, Egypt's renowned and international coffee house brand. Some of the firms other great accomplishments include many of El Gouna and Makadi Bay residences and hotels , as well as commercial projects which include Sodic's Sales Centers, Allegria mock up villas, to mention but a few.
Leading a creative and ambitious team of designers, Mona Hussein keeps the creative juices flowing by encouraging the team to seek inspiration from the smallest of details and always to innovate. Sharing with them the most recent developments in the international design scene ensures the team remains stimulated and continually evolving.