Daniel Haywood

Senior Associate | Public Realm

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

About

Daniel is a Senior Associate who is passionate about producing high-quality design solutions that are appropriate for their place, people and culture. He has been responsible for developing design approaches for a distinct range of public realm projects across Europe, China and the Middle East. Daniel maintains a strong focus on conceptual design, form finding and storytelling. Combined with his early-career experience at one of the largest property developers in the MENA region, he brings a unique perspective and solution-driven approach to the lifespan of any project. Motivated by a belief that landscape led strategy and creative processes have the capacity to initiate a deeper connection to the natural world. Daniel aims to understand the layered narratives contained within a site, including the emotional and environmental nuances that can often be overlooked when translated into design outcomes. Daniel is currently involved in various giga projects, placemaking, masterplanning and urban design schemes across the Middle East.

Experience

  • ASPECT Studios (Dubai, United Arab Emirates)
    • Senior Associate
      Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

    • Associate
      Jul 2022 - Jan 2025 · 2 yrs 7 mos

    • Senior Landscape Architect
      Jun 2021 - Jul 2022 · 1 yr 2 mos

  • Landscape Architect at Cracknell
    Sep 2019 - Jun 2021 · 1 yr 10 mos

  • Architect - Public Realm at Emaar
    Jul 2016 - Sep 2019 · 3 yrs 3 mos