Alaa Boughanem
Principal Architect & CEO @ AB Group
- Role
- Member Board of Directors at Eo Charlotte
- Location
- Charlotte, NC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Alaa Boughanem
If you’re building something meaningful: an experience, a neighborhood, a brand, a destinationI’d love to connect.I’m an architect, entrepreneur, and community-builder who believes great design isn’t just what we see—it’s what we feel. My work is shaped by a simple idea: beauty + function + purpose can improve human well-being, a philosophy deeply influenced by neuroaesthetics and the power of environments to help people feel grounded, safe, inspired, and connected.Originally from Lebanon, I came to the U.S. with a big dream and a deep respect for the opportunities this country creates. Since then, I’ve built a career at the intersection of architecture, business, and impact—leading teams, designing spaces that strengthen communities, and helping projects move from concept to reality with discipline, speed, and heart.Today, I serve as Founder & Principal Architect of AB Group, where we deliver architecture and design solutions that are practical, beautiful, and execution-ready. Our studio has grown into a talented team and has been trusted across multiple markets with an active pipeline of projects. I’m also involved in real estate and development through Cribia Capital, aligning design thinking with long-term value creation.What I’m known for:Turning ambitious visions into clear, buildable plansLeading with momentum (strategy + design + delivery)Community-centric design that elevates everyday experiencesStrong partnerships with owners, developers, and collaborators
Experience
Member Board of Directors
May 2025 — Present
Alaa Bou Ghanem serves as the Community Engagement Chair for the Entrepreneurs’ Organization, leveraging his passion for purposeful design and community-building to strengthen connections between EO members and the broader Charlotte ecosystem. In this role, he leads impactful outreach, mentorship, and service initiatives that empower entrepreneurs to create meaningful social and economic impact.
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Graphic Design
- Microsoft Word
- Architecture
- Autocad
- Illustrator
- Photoshop
- Sketchup
- Rhinoceros
- Autocad Architecture
- Powerpoint
- Architectural Design
- Microsoft Office
- Architectural Drawings
- Interior Architecture
- Indesign
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