Hani Asfour

Hani Asfour is a seasoned professional in architecture and design, currently serving as the Vice President of Innovation and Institutional Partnerships at the Dubai Institute of Design and Innovation since September 2017. With a rich background as the Founding Principal of Polypod and extensive academic experience at institutions such as Lebanese American University and the American University of Sharjah, Hani has contributed significantly to design education and multidisciplinary practices. Hani's previous roles include Director of Knowledge at The Edge and Lead Creative at Viant, emphasizing a strong foundation in creative strategy and user experience design. Hani holds a Master of Architecture from Harvard University Graduate School of Design and a BSAD in Architecture from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.