Amr Ibrahim Mousa is an award-winning multidisciplinary designer, architect, and visual artist based in Milan, Italy.
01Could you please tell us about your experience as a designer, artist, architect or creator?
Amr Ibrahim Mousa is an award-winning multidisciplinary designer, architect, and visual artist based in Milan, Italy. Amr received his double bachelor's degree in "Architecture Engineering" from Greenwich University, the UK, and Modern Science and Arts University, Egypt. and a master's degree in "Architecture and Urban Design" from Politecnico Di Milano. I worked on a wide range of projects across different design disciplines worldwide, including architecture, brand identity, and product design. I run my own design business under the name of MOUSA studio.
02How did you become a designer?
I've always found myself interested in creating. If not design and architecture, I would be in the film industry, music, or even literature. The idea itself of making and creating something has always been my biggest passion. That's how I became a designer.
03What are your priorities, technique and style when designing?
I don't have one vision or one style. There’s no optimum solution in design but to reach excellence you have to come very flexible. I use all kinds of software as long as it helps me create my idea.
04Which emotions do you feel when designing?
I can't even describe how amazing that feels.
05What particular aspects of your background shaped you as a designer?
I like the challenges. I like to create. but when it comes to my designs; I like how they give experiences and feelings to people while seeing or interacting with one of my designs. I like the impact, that impact.
06What is your growth path? What are your future plans? What is your dream design project?
I like being a design generalist, which has made me a more confident and adaptable designer. Every design project is a new challenge that has its unique characteristics and requirements. Every new project has the opportunity to be my best design project, so I don't think I will stop. and I'll always work in every design discipline.
07What are your advices to designers who are at the beginning of their career?
Fall in love with creating and let the world know.
08You are truly successful as a designer, what do you suggest to fellow designers, artists and architects?
To create the most suitable design solution with the highest consideration of its function and aesthetic values to give it the possibility of becoming timeless.
09What is your day to day look like?
I wake up at 6 am. and design until I sleep hahaha
10How do you keep up with latest design trends? To what extent do design trends matter?
Reading, and seeing.
11How do you know if a product or project is well designed? How do you define good design?
The consideration of its function and aesthetic values.
12How do you decide if your design is ready?
There’s no optimum solution in design but to reach excellence you have to come very flexible and have the sense to decide you have finished improving.
13What is your biggest design work?
It's difficult to pick one.
14Would you tell us a bit about your lifestyle and culture?
Being an Egyptian with all this rich history has helped me a lot. I listen to all types of music. I live now in Milan, Italy.
I like blue and black. and I love football.
15Would you tell us more about your work culture and business philosophy?
I believe in a hierarchical work environment. and we can consider that also co-design.
16What are your philanthropic contributions to society as a designer, artist and architect?
Everything. Everything is designed. From architecture to logos.
and designers have a direct impact on society.
17What positive experiences you had when you attend the A' Design Award?
It's important to know what other designers think of your designs.
The logo refers to the historical, architectural, and landscape characteristics of the Villa. The logo creation is a mirror. It is a symbol that shows the values of the area of Emilia and Italy to the world.
01What is the main principle, idea and inspiration behind your design?
The logo refers to the historical, architectural, and landscape characteristics of the Villa. The logo creation is a mirror. It is a symbol that shows the values of the area of Emilia and Italy to the world. It is the business card that will be imprinted in people’s memory. It will create a sense of awareness and belonging.
02What has been your main focus in designing this work? Especially what did you want to achieve?
Branding for Villa Sorra which is situated in the heart of the countryside of Emilia. It is surrounded by trails of fog wounding their way through the morning light and the checkerboard created by peasants’ hard work. It is a pleasant and almost enchanted place. It is a gem that tells a story made by peculiar legends, protected animals, and grapes that become world-renowned Made in Italy's excellences: the Tortellini, the Balsamic Vinegar, and the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
03What are your future plans for this award winning design?
Help in branding architectural sites like Villa Sorra.
04How long did it take you to design this particular concept?
The project started in April 2020 in Egypt and finished in June 2020 in Egypt.
05Why did you design this particular concept? Was this design commissioned or did you decide to pursuit an inspiration?
It is a branding identity for a historical Villa in Italy to preserve and innovate. It will promote cultural, didactic and tourist activities working hand in hand with numerous local associations, the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia and the high school Istituto di Istruzione Superiore per l’agricoltura e l’ambiente “Lazzaro Spallanzani”.
06What made you design this particular type of work?
To help the Villa function as a food academy.
07Who is the target customer for his design?
People of Emilia-Romagna.
08What sets this design apart from other similar or resembling concepts?
After studying the history of the Villa, we knew that the garden of the villa is a remarkable example of a historical park. It will be a real open-air monument. Moreover, it is a significant testament to the Italian culture and artistic heritage. Also the Architecture, Villa Sorra is a great example of the Emilian baroque style. The design is perhaps by Giuseppe Antonio Torri and his pupil Francesco Maria Angelini.
09How did you come up with the name for this design? What does it mean?
Name of the Villa.
10Which design tools did you use when you were working on this project?
Design softwares.
11What is the most unique aspect of your design?
The Logo.
12What is the role of technology in this particular design?
Design softwares.
13Is your design influenced by data or analytical research in any way? What kind of research did you conduct for making this design?
After studying the history of the Villa, we knew that the garden of the villa is a remarkable example of a historical park. It will be a real open-air monument. Moreover, it is a significant testament to the Italian culture and artistic heritage. Also the Architecture, Villa Sorra is a great example of the Emilian baroque style. The design is perhaps by Giuseppe Antonio Torri and his pupil Francesco Maria Angelini.
14What are some of the challenges you faced during the design/realization of your concept?
The longest part was finding the perfect illustration to represent each department in the Villa.
15How did you decide to submit your design to an international design competition?
Knowing the value it creates. and how it can inspire designers everywhere.
16What did you learn or how did you improve yourself during the designing of this work?
Reading and seeing.
17Any other things you would like to cover that have not been covered in these questions?
"nefer" is a word in the Ancient Egyptian language that was used to represent beauty. The meaning in English is "Beautiful on the inside and the outside".
01What is the main principle, idea and inspiration behind your design?
"nefer" is a word in the Ancient Egyptian language that was used to represent beauty. The meaning in English is "Beautiful on the inside and the outside".
02What has been your main focus in designing this work? Especially what did you want to achieve?
The bottle design is derived from the curved lines of the female figure; A cumulative product of her skeletal structure and the distribution of muscle and fat. The Packaging is very Iconic and identifiable. The box is a sculpture with its curved edges in a very elegant appeal with the gold typography.
03What are your future plans for this award winning design?
The manufacturing. It is a challenge, of course.
04How long did it take you to design this particular concept?
Started: April 2020 / Design Completed: September 2020 / Location: Milan, Italy
05Why did you design this particular concept? Was this design commissioned or did you decide to pursuit an inspiration?
3D-printed perfume bottles. This is when art, technology, and design are combined to create a luxurious organic piece with an inner core containing the fragrance as the body contains the soul.
06What made you design this particular type of work?
To create a luxurious and sophisticated product, package, and brand. starting from picking a name and to manufacturing.
07Who is the target customer for his design?
Someone with an interest in heritage and with an appreciative taste in design.
08What sets this design apart from other similar or resembling concepts?
The goal was to create a very Iconic and identifiable packaging. The box is almost a sculpture with its curved edges in a very elegant appeal with the gold metal typography.
The bottle design is derived from the curved lines of the female figure; A cumulative product of the skeletal structure and the quantity and distribution of muscle and fat on the body as they are typically narrower at the waist than at the bust and hips.
09How did you come up with the name for this design? What does it mean?
"nefer" is a word in the Ancient Egyptian language that was used to symbolize beauty and goodness. The exact translation of the word in English is "Beautiful on the inside and the outside".
10Which design tools did you use when you were working on this project?
Design softwares.
11What is the most unique aspect of your design?
The bottle shape.
12Who did you collaborate with for this design? Did you work with people with technical / specialized skills?
Anas Belekhbizi.
13What is the role of technology in this particular design?
3D-printed perfume bottles.
14Is your design influenced by data or analytical research in any way? What kind of research did you conduct for making this design?
Historical research on Egypt.
15What are some of the challenges you faced during the design/realization of your concept?
To create a luxurious and sophisticated product, package, and brand. starting from picking a name and to manufacturing.
16How did you decide to submit your design to an international design competition?
Knowing the value it creates. and how it can inspire designers everywhere.
17What did you learn or how did you improve yourself during the designing of this work?
Reading and seeing.
18Any other things you would like to cover that have not been covered in these questions?
Sakakini Palace (Qasr Al Sakakini ) is a late 19th century palace owned by Gabriel Habib Sakakini Pasha. The building is located on the square of the same name in Cairo, Egypt.
01What is the main principle, idea and inspiration behind your design?
Sakakini Palace (Qasr Al Sakakini ) is a late 19th century palace owned by Gabriel Habib Sakakini Pasha. The building is located on the square of the same name in Cairo, Egypt. The building is covered with floral and vegetal decorations of the Italian Rococo type, over 300 statues are placed inside and outside the residence.
02What has been your main focus in designing this work? Especially what did you want to achieve?
The task was to create a luxurious and sophisticated product, package, and brand. It will promote Egypt's forgotten architecture and help save this rich heritage through the profits of the sales.
03What are your future plans for this award winning design?
The manufacturing. It is a challenge, of course, but the dome will be handcrafted by the skillful men of Khan el-Khalili in Cairo, saving their dying industry and making each piece unique for its owner.
04How long did it take you to design this particular concept?
Started: Jan 2022 / Design Completed: Feb 2022 / Location: Milan, Italy
05Why did you design this particular concept? Was this design commissioned or did you decide to pursuit an inspiration?
The project is a national project for Egypt to save its forgotten architectural treasures, like the Sakakini palace, as it is a way of raising funds for the abandoned palace to start a restoration project on it so the country can save this architectural masterpiece, by selling this luxurious fragrance to the wealthy of Egypt and the world who would love not only to visit the palace but also wants the palace to visit them in their homes.
06Is your design being produced or used by another company, or do you plan to sell or lease the production rights or do you intent to produce your work yourself?
Still to be determined.
07What made you design this particular type of work?
To promote Egypt's forgotten architecture and help save this rich heritage through the profits of the sales.
08Who is the target customer for his design?
Someone with an interest in heritage and with an appreciative taste in design.
09What sets this design apart from other similar or resembling concepts?
It solves a national problem.
10How did you come up with the name for this design? What does it mean?
Same name as the historical palace.
11Which design tools did you use when you were working on this project?
Design softwares.
12What is the most unique aspect of your design?
The magnetic dome on the top of the bottle is the exact dome from the Sakakini Palace with its glorious rococo features as the intent is to remind people of the beauty of this abandoned building in a touchable way.
13What is the role of technology in this particular design?
Glass bottle with a metal dome on top, small replica from the Sakakini Palace, gold blasted or silver blasted.
14Is your design influenced by data or analytical research in any way? What kind of research did you conduct for making this design?
Academic research, branding, and product design as ways of saving heritage.
15What are some of the challenges you faced during the design/realization of your concept?
Manufacturing is a challenge.
16How did you decide to submit your design to an international design competition?
Knowing the value it creates. and how it can inspire designers everywhere.
17What did you learn or how did you improve yourself during the designing of this work?
Reading and seeing.
18Any other things you would like to cover that have not been covered in these questions?
No, Thank you.
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Amr Ibrahim Mousa is an award-winning multidisciplinary designer, architect, and visual artist based in Milan, Italy.
01Could you please tell us a bit about your design background and education?
Amr Ibrahim Mousa is an award-winning multidisciplinary designer, architect, and visual artist based in Milan, Italy. Amr received his double bachelor's degree in "Architecture Engineering" from Greenwich University, the UK, and Modern Science and Arts University, Egypt. and a master's degree in "Architecture and Urban Design" from Politecnico Di Milano.
02What motivates you to design in general, why did you become a designer?
I've always found myself interested in creating. If not design and architecture, I would be in the film industry, music, or even literature.
03Did you choose to become a designer, or you were forced to become one?
The idea itself of making and creating something has always been my biggest passion. That's how I became a designer.
04What do you design, what type of designs do you wish to design more of?
I create award-winning designs, architecture, strong brand identities, and innovative products.
05What should young designers do to become a design legend like you?
The desire to create something with lasting value is what I'm trying to do in every design project.
06What distinguishes between a good designer and a great designer?
The attention to detail.
07What makes a good design a really good design, how do you evaluate good design?
To create the most suitable design solution with the highest consideration of its function and aesthetic values to give it the possibility of becoming timeless.
08What is the value of good design? Why should everyone invest in good design?
Bad design costs you even more as you lose the trust of your user.
09What would you design and who would you design for if you had the time?
I like being a design generalist, which has made me a more confident and adaptable designer.
I don't mind working on any project.
10What is the dream project you haven't yet had time to realize?
Every design project is a new challenge that has its unique characteristics and requirements. Every new project has the opportunity to be my dream design project.
11What is your secret recipe of success in design, what is your secret ingredient?
I don't have one vision or one style. There’s no optimum solution in design but to reach excellence you have to come very flexible.
12What are your favorite designs by other designers, why do you like them?
I like the Great Pyramid of Giza by Hemiunu (fl. 2570 BC).
13What is your greatest design, which aspects of that design makes you think it is great?
It's difficult to pick one design and call it the greatest.
14How could people improve themselves to be better designers, what did you do?
Let your eyes teach you.
15If you hadn't become a designer, what would you have done?
I'd become a film director, musician, or novelist.
16How do you define design, what is design for you?
Everything. Everything is designed. From architecture to logos.
17Who helped you to reach these heights, who was your biggest supporter?
My parents.
18What helped you to become a great designer?
I like the challenges.
19What were the obstacles you faced before becoming a design master?
I never felt I had obstacles, not because I didn't have any, of course, I did.
It's because I don't care. I just move on. I don't restore these memories in my head.
It's the process anyway. The process to success.
20How do you think designers should present their work?
Make it clear, beautiful, and functional.
21What's your next design project, what should we expect from you in future?
I'm exploring now a new design discipline.
22What's your ultimate goal as a designer?
Leaving a signature on earth with good and beautiful designs.
23What people expect from an esteemed designer such as yourself?
When it comes to my designs; I like how they give experiences and feelings to people while seeing or interacting with one of them. I like the impact, that impact.
24How does design help create a better society?
Everything. Everything is designed. From architecture to logos.
Designers have a direct impact on society.
25What are you currently working on that you are especially excited about?
Research about architecture, branding, and heritage.
26Which design projects gave you the most satisfaction, why?
All of them.
27What would you like to see changed in design industry in the coming years?
We need more good designers in the right positions.
28Where do you think the design field is headed next?
I see improvements. I'm hoping for the best.
29How long does it take you to finalize a design project?
It differs.
30What is your life motto as a designer?
"Let come what may."
As I said before; I like the challenges. I like to create.
31Do you think design sets the trends or trends set the designs?
Both have an effect on one another.
32What is the role of technology when you design?
Designers need to take advantage of that and consider technology as a teammate, not a threat.
33What kind of design software and equipment do you use in your work?
I use all kinds of software as long as it helps me create my idea.
34What is the role of the color, materials and ambient in design?
Psychological, environmental, and functional.
35What do you wish people to ask about your design?
I want people to be culturally aware and to be able to differentiate between good design and bad design.
36When you see a new great design or product what comes into your mind?
The consideration of its function and aesthetic values.
37Who is your ideal design partner? Do you believe in co-design?
I believe in a hierarchical work environment. and we can consider that also co-design.
38Which people you interacted had the most influence on your design?
All types of people inspire me.
39Which books you read had the most effect on your design?
History books are a great source of inspiration.
40How did you develop your skills as a master designer?
Consistency and passion for trying new things.
41Irrelative of time and space, who you would want to meet, talk and discuss with?
Leonardo Da Vinci.
42How do you feel about all the awards and recognition you had, is it hard to be famous?
No, It's not hard.
43What is your favorite color, place, food, season, thing and brand?
I like Blue, I like Black, I like Egypt, I like Koshary, I like Spring, I like Football, and no favorite brand.
44Please tell us a little memoir, a funny thing you had experienced as a designer?
When your designs get famous enough till people get surprised when they know it was you.
So you know your creations are more known than yourself. I find that really funny.
45What makes your day great as a designer, how do you motivate yourself?
Shots of espresso.
I've never felt I need to motivate myself. I love the process.
46When you were a little child, was it obvious that you would become a great designer?
I guess yes.
47What do you think about future; what do you see will happen in thousand years from now?
Well, I hope for great beneficial creations.
48Please tell us anything you wish your fans to know about you, your design and anything else?
I'm a designer and architect from Egypt.
Fall in love with creating and let the world know.
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Amr Ibrahim Mousa is an award-winning multidisciplinary designer, architect, and visual artist based in Milan, Italy.
01Could you please tell us more about your art and design background? What made you become an artist/designer? Have you always wanted to be a designer?
Amr Ibrahim Mousa is an award-winning multidisciplinary designer, architect, and visual artist based in Milan, Italy. Amr received his double bachelor's degree in "Architecture Engineering" from Greenwich University, the UK, and Modern Science and Arts University, Egypt. and a master's degree in "Architecture and Urban Design" from Politecnico Di Milano.
02Can you tell us more about your company / design studio?
MOUSA studio is an award-winning multidisciplinary design studio specialized in creating innovative, iconic, and memorable designs of architecture, interiors, brand identity, and product design. Founded by Amr Ibrahim Mousa.
03What is "design" for you?
Everything. Everything is designed. From architecture to logos.
and designers have a direct impact on society.
04What kinds of works do you like designing most?
I like being a design generalist, which has made me a more confident and adaptable designer. I don't mind working on any project.
05What is your most favorite design, could you please tell more about it?
It's difficult to pick one.
06What was the first thing you designed for a company?
Brand Identity.
07What is your favorite material / platform / technology?
I like 3D-Printing
08When do you feel the most creative?
With a challenging situation of solving a design problem.
09Which aspects of a design do you focus more during designing?
To create the most suitable design solution with the highest consideration of its function and aesthetic values to give it the possibility of becoming timeless.
10What kind of emotions do you feel when your designs are realized?
I can't even describe how amazing that feels.
11What makes a design successful?
The highest consideration of its function and aesthetic values gives it the possibility of becoming timeless.
12When judging a design as good or bad, which aspects do you consider first?
Function + Form
13From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?
Everything. Everything is designed. From architecture to logos.
and designers have a direct impact on society.
14How do you think the "design field" is evolving? What is the future of design?
Technology.
15When was your last exhibition and where was it? And when do you want to hold your next exhibition?
Dubai Expo. Last November.
Next should be in Italy.
16Where does the design inspiration for your works come from? How do you feed your creativity? What are your sources of inspirations?
Everything.
17How would you describe your design style? What made you explore more this style and what are the main characteristics of your style? What's your approach to design?
I don't have one vision or one style. There’s no optimum solution in design but to reach excellence you have to come very flexible.
18Where do you live? Do you feel the cultural heritage of your country affects your designs? What are the pros and cons during designing as a result of living in your country?
Milan, but I'm from Egypt. I believe yes. Being an Egyptian helped me a lot.
19How do you work with companies?
On different scales and projects.
20What are your suggestions to companies for working with a designer? How can companies select a good designer?
Portfolios say a lot.
21Can you talk a little about your design process?
I don't have one process, but it always starts with reading and understanding.
22What are 5 of your favorite design items at home?
My desk, lighting, sofa, bookshelf, and an A' design award trophy.
23Can you describe a day in your life?
I wake up at 6 am. and design until I sleep hahaha
24Could you please share some pearls of wisdom for young designers? What are your suggestions to young, up and coming designers?
One thing at a time.
25From your perspective, what would you say are some positives and negatives of being a designer?
Constant learning is one of the positives and subjectivity is one of the negatives.
26What is your "golden rule" in design?
The desire to create something with lasting value is what I'm trying to do in every design project.
27What skills are most important for a designer?
Design is basically problem-solving.
28Which tools do you use during design? What is inside your toolbox? Such as software, application, hardware, books, sources of inspiration etc.?
I use all kinds of software as long as it helps me create my idea.
29Designing can sometimes be a really time consuming task, how do you manage your time?
I start by doing what's necessary, then what's possible.
30How long does it take to design an object from beginning to end?
It differs.
31What is the most frequently asked question to you, as a designer?
How to stay focused?
32What was your most important job experience?
It was a project on Egyptian banknotes.
33Who are some of your clients?
Architecture firms, advertising agencies, and individual professionals.
34What type of design work do you enjoy the most and why?
The brainstorming. Possibilities are always endless.
35What are your future plans? What is next for you?
I like being a design generalist, which has made me a more confident and adaptable designer. I don't mind working on any project.
36Do you work as a team, or do you develop your designs yourself?
Both ways.
37Do you have any works-in-progress being designed that you would like to talk about?
Yes, Let me surprise you.
38How can people contact you?
amritect.com
Instagram.com/amritect
39Any other things you would like to cover that have not been covered in these questions?
I'm a designer and architect from Egypt. I love creating great designs.
A' Design Award គឺជាពានរង្វាន់រចនាល្អអន្តរជាតិដែលវាយតម្លៃដោយគណៈកម្មការ។ ចូលរួមក្នុង A' Design Award ដើម្បីទទួលបានឱកាសក្នុងការទទួលស្គាល់ដោយគុណសម្បត្តិ ទទួលបានកិត្តិនាម កិត្តិយស និងការផ្សព្វផ្សាយសម្រាប់ការងាររបស់អ្នក។ ដាក់ស្នាដៃរបស់អ្នកសម្រាប់ A' Design Award ហើយប្រកួតប្រជែងដើម្បីឈ្នះ A' Design Prize ដ៏គោរពរាប់អាន។