Director of Design Planning & Standards

Cristiano Casamatta

With more than 20 years’ in architecture, Cristiano has a comprehensive and thorough understanding of design. His extensive international experience encompasses a wide range of sectors, including retail, workplace, lifestyle environments and large-scale, mixed-use schemes.

Cristiano delivered several mixed-use and retail projects in Asia before moving to the Middle East 6 years ago to formulate the development design principles, guidelines and standards required to successfully deliver retail led mixed use developments. These have covered everything from super regional, regional and community shopping malls to outdoor retail, dining and entertainment precincts.

Cristiano’s in-depth knowledge of design, branding, and construction allows him to build effective relationships with the wide variety of stakeholders required to create successful international retail environments. As a result, Cristiano has led project teams with both retailers and retail developers, which has shaped his unique understanding of the critical needs and decision-drivers for both categories of business.

Testimonial

Cristiano is a talented and experienced architect able to unleash his creativity and passion for his work in every project he develops whether they are shopping malls, retail or mixed use. A team player capable to gain trust and leadership by getting consensus around him.
Tomaso Naldi - Head of Operations, Siram by Veolia
I rarely come across real talents who stand out like Cristiano. I had the pleasure of working with Cristiano for three years at Majid Al Futtaim, collaborating on several projects. Cristiano’s ability to handle multiple projects was unlike any other. I was impressed by Cristiano’s ability to deal with the toughest situations – effortlessly. That skill often takes years to develop among consulting professionals, but it seemed to come perfectly naturally to him. As a team member or a leader, Cristiano would be an asset to any company.
Shady Adly - Senior Manager, Majid Al Futtaim
Cristiano is a talented architect with a solid experience in designing mixed-use developments across the Middle East and China. I had the pleasure of working with Cristiano during my tenure in Majid Al Futtaim where he was a key member in developing lifestyle destinations by leading the design team through the concept and schematic design phases, client's side. Cristiano is an approachable leader with a positive attitude who you always enjoy working with and I highly recommend him.
Guiseppe Noto - Development Director, Meraas