Shepherd Studio · The flagship company

Award-winning experimental architecture & design.

An experimental architecture and design practice based in the Kingdom of Bahrain — providing creative schemes that range from architectural and spatial to digital and product-based outcomes.

Harbor 5 — a monolithic tower development in Bahrain Bay by Shepherd Studio
Our methodology · 01

A cross-curricular pursuit of human imagination.

The studio’s design methodology involves a cross-curricular approach in the pursuit to actualize the possibilities of human imagination through analytical, rational and logical inquiry. Architecture lies at the core of the studio, while other experimental projects are prevalent.

We partner with specialist consultants across industrial, structural, mechanical and electrical engineering — adding value through collaboration at every scale, from a single object to a masterplan.

Pottery Lab — a perforated facade of sliced pots in A’ali, Bahrain
What we do · 02

Design services at every scale.

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Architectural Design

Experimental, context-driven architecture from concept to landmark.

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Spatial Design

Interiors and environments choreographed around the human experience.

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Scenography Design

Immersive pavilions, exhibitions and activations with atmosphere and meaning.

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Interventions & Installations

Site-specific design gestures that re-frame how a space is experienced.

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Product & Industrial Design

Objects engineered between craft, technology and material innovation.

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Furniture Design

Considered pieces that carry the studio’s language into everyday use.

The founders · 03

Three architects,
one shared ambition.

Shepherd Studio was co-founded by three Bahraini architects and designers, each bringing a distinct creative practice to the table.

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Rashed AlAraifi

Co-founder · Architect & Artist

An architect, designer and artist whose practice engages deeply with the fleeting stories of the Arabian Peninsula — straddling painting, drawing and object design. First-class honours in Interior & Spatial Design (UAL) and a Masters of Architecture (UCA).

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Ahmed AlMannai

Co-founder · Architect & Designer

A practicing architect and designer with an exceptional portfolio spanning architecture, product and industrial design. With a focus on design strategy, innovation and AI-iterative design, his work has been exhibited and awarded around the world.

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Abdulla BinHindi

Co-founder · Architect & Digital Artist

An architect and designer whose work bridges art and innovation. Primarily digital, his 3D conceptual art blends science fiction, fantasy and surrealism — recently extending into crypto art and collectibles that connect with collectors in new ways.

From the portfolio · 04

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