Hassan Ragab

About Hassan Ragab

Hassan is an interdisciplinary designer and multimedia artist who leverages generative AI to discover new visual and conceptual vocabularies. A pioneer in the use of large language models in architecture and art, Hassan explores how these tools can redefine creativity, challenge traditional boundaries, and foster new dialogues between technology, identity, and the built environment.Hassan’s AI-driven artworks have been exhibited at globally renowned venues and locations, including the pyramids of Giza during Forever is Now, TODA, Paris Photo 2024, and the JUT Museum in Taiwan. His projects have also been featured at Xposure in the UAE and Haute Photographie in Rotterdam, showcasing his ability to blend emerging technologies with compelling storytelling. His collections, such as Cairo Sketches and We Are All Kings, have attracted significant press coverage from outlets worldwide, solidifying his reputation as a global innovator at the intersection of technology and creativity.In addition to his artistic explorations, Hassan has spoken at numerous prestigious events and venues, sharing his insights on the relationship between the future of technology and art and architecture. Highlights include delivering a keynote at the Art Directors Club (ADC) Congress in Hamburg, participating in the Expo Dubai Design for Life Forum, speaking at NVIDIA GTC on generative AI’s impact on architectural practices, and presenting at ITech in Los Angeles. His thought-provoking talks inspire audiences to rethink how technology influences creativity and the built environment.Hassan has also collaborated with clients across a wide range of industries, including branding, film, and architecture. His computational design expertise has been instrumental in major architectural projects, such as the Lucas Museum of Narrative Arts in Los Angeles.With over 15 years of experience and a background in architecture from Alexandria University, Hassan’s work balances experimentation with precision. Whether creating speculative urban narratives through projects like Cairo Sketches or interrogating human identity through collections such as We Are All Kings, his practice is rooted in curiosity and the pursuit of dialogue between tradition and innovation.Through his art, design, and thought leadership, Hassan invites audiences to question, engage, and imagine new ways of connecting with technology, culture, and each other.

Experience

1. Southwest Regional Design Technology Visualization and Storytelling - Digital Artist

   Gensler

   Apr 2025 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

   Lead the integration of AI workflows within active design and visualization projects within the region and firmwide.Participate in the research, testing, and implementation of the latest visualization techniques and tools.Collaborate with design and visualization teams across regions to enhance creative output and efficiency.Develop and refine AI-driven visualization processes to support concept development and storytelling.Support project teams in adopting emerging workflows for rendering, animation, and image generation.Mentor and guide designers on best practices for AI-assisted creativity and computational thinking.Contribute to regional and firmwide presentations showcasing innovative visualization methods.Collaborate with Design Technology leadership on advancing visualization capabilities and knowledge sharing.

Education

• Alexandria University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Architecture

  2005 — 2010

Skills

• Building Conservation
• Architectural Drawings
• Parametric Design
• Vray
• Exhibit Design
• 3d Visualization
• Furniture
• 3d Studio Max
• Sketchup
• Computational Modeling
• Model Making
• Interior Design
• Museums
• Rendering
• Sketching
• Craft
• Lecturing
• Graphic Design
• 3d Modeling
• Design Research
• 3d Rendering
• Autocad Architecture
• Architectural Design
• Grasshopper
• Digital Fabrication