Hiba Alobaydi
About Hiba Alobaydi
Hiba Alobaydi is an Assistant Editor at Foster + Partners, with a background in architectural journalism and history. She has held various roles in notable organizations and contributed to several architectural publications.
Current Role at Foster + Partners
Hiba Alobaydi serves as an Assistant Editor at Foster + Partners, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she contributes to the firm's editorial projects and communications, leveraging her background in architecture and design journalism. Her work involves collaborating with various teams to produce content that aligns with the firm's vision and projects.
Previous Experience in Architecture and Design Journalism
Prior to her current role, Hiba Alobaydi worked as Features Editor at onoffice magazine from 2019 to 2020. She has also contributed to notable publications such as the London Festival of Architecture, Architecture Ireland, and Dezeen. Additionally, she founded her own freelance architecture and design journalism practice in 2020, further showcasing her commitment to the field.
Educational Background in Architecture
Hiba Alobaydi studied Architectural History at The Bartlett School of Architecture, University College London, where she earned her Master’s Degree from 2015 to 2016. She also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture from Kingston University, completed between 2011 and 2014. Her education has provided her with a strong foundation in architectural principles and history.
Professional Experience in Architecture
Hiba Alobaydi has gained diverse experience in the architecture sector through various roles. She worked as an Architectural Assistant at Kelliher Miller Architects in 2015 and as an Exhibition Assistant at the Museum of Architecture from 2018 to 2019. She also served as a Gallery Assistant at Zaha Hadid Architects and completed internships at the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland and Dezeen.
Awards and Recognitions
Hiba Alobaydi was awarded the Society of Architectural Historians Opler Grant for Emerging Scholars, recognizing her contributions to the field of architectural history. She has also been appointed as a Young Trustee at the Architecture Foundation, reflecting her active involvement in the architectural community and commitment to mentorship.