Dr. M.O. Ayash is a visionary architect-developer and the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Dolmen Development UK Ltd, a multidisciplinary group pioneering the integration of science, architecture, and sustainable innovation. 

With a career dedicated to redefining the built environment through advanced design intelligence, environmental stewardship, and strategic leadership, Dr. Ayash has established himself as a leading figure in the global architecture and development sector.

Academic Background

Dr. Ayash’s academic formation reflects a rare multidisciplinary depth spanning mathematics, architecture, nanotechnology, and sustainability. He holds:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics
• A DES (Postgraduate Diploma) in Architecture – Lebanon
• A DEA (Advanced Studies Diploma) in Nanotechnology – France
• A PhD in Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Parametricism Architecture – United States

His doctoral thesis, entitled “The Challenges of Environmental Science and Sociocultural Anthropology and Their Influence on the Sustainable Parametricism Architectural Semiology in the Context of Creating Bioclimatic Urban Cities and Digital Morphogenesis Communities, and Its Implementation in the United Kingdom”, forms the intellectual foundation of his practice. 

It explores the intersection of environmental science, cultural anthropology, and parametric design, proposing new frameworks for bioclimatic urbanism and digitally driven communities.

Professional Leadership and Experience

As Founder and Group Chief Executive of Dolmen Development UK Ltd, Dr. Ayash leads a platform of ten specialized companies delivering a comprehensive, vertically integrated service model across the real estate and construction sectors. This platform covers the full project lifecycle — from concept development and digital manufacturing to final handover — ensuring predictable delivery, consistent quality, and measurable performance.

Under his leadership, Dolmen’s services encompass:

• Strategic Investment and Capital Structuring
• End-to-End Project Development and Management
• Integrated Property and Asset Optimization
• Intelligent Facility Management Solutions
• Global Portfolio Structuring and Expansion Advisory
• Corporate Branding, Profiling, and Legacy Projects

This integrated approach unifies strategic vision, financial structuring, project execution, and long-term asset stewardship within a single accountable entity.

Innovation and Research Leadership

Dr. Ayash is a pioneer of AI-enabled, parametric, and bioclimatic design methodologies, leading two flagship innovation platforms:

• SEGs by Dolmen (Sustainable Envelope Goals) – advancing high-performance building envelopes that combine energy efficiency, climate resilience, and cultural identity.
• DDRL – Dolmen Development Research Lab – embedding artificial intelligence throughout the design-to-delivery cycle, optimizing form, cost, risk, and energy performance.

Dolmen’s workflow is structured as a closed-loop system — Design → AI Analysis → Sustainable Envelope → Procurement → Delivery — aligning with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). The company operates under certified quality systems (ISO 9001:2008) and leading sustainability frameworks (LEED, BREEAM, LEA, NEEREA). Dr. Ayash is a member of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and the World Energy Council (WEC), with program collaboration from LCEC and Italy’s Ministry for the Environment, Land and Sea (IMELS).

Contracts, Risk Management, and Global Delivery

Dr. Ayash has extensive expertise in delivering governmental and enterprise-level programs under EPC, PPP, and Design–Build models. His experience includes:

• Drafting and managing FIDIC-based contracts
• Structuring risk-allocation matrices and performance securities
• Managing multi-jurisdictional compliance frameworks
• Leading international commercial arbitration and alternative dispute resolution (ADR), including ICAC procedures

He is particularly active in West Africa’s Francophone markets, where he aligns project finance with UK Export Finance (UKEF) mechanisms to leverage guarantees and export-credit insurance for competitive, cross-border project delivery.

Entrepreneurial Ventures and Global Platforms

Dr. Ayash has spearheaded several strategic initiatives aimed at expanding Dolmen’s global reach and integrating advanced technologies into the construction ecosystem:

• Zanette by Dolmen (Italy): A procurement and engineering hub specialising in high-end façades, finishing, and hospitality FF&E.
• Dolmen Development General Trading Co. LLC (Dubai): A regional platform enabling architects, engineers, and contractors to expand operations across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
• Dolmen Hub Beirut (Lebanon): Established in 2025, this 4,000 m² integrated engineering facility reimagines the architectural office as a green innovation lab. It includes a 220-seat auditorium and one of Lebanon’s most advanced AI-driven 3D-printing laboratories for façade engineering, furniture production, and digital manufacturing.

Civic Engagement and Affiliations

Beyond his corporate leadership, Dr. Ayash is deeply engaged in civic and professional initiatives. He serves as:

• Vice-President, NGO Kun Jadir
• Public Relations Manager, Nahr El-Assi Club
• Partner, Ice Tulip Dezine

He is also a member of Lions Clubs International (UK), a strategic partner of the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), and a board member of COMEDIT, part of Milan’s chamber ecosystem focused on fostering cooperation between the Mediterranean and Gulf regions.

Strategic Vision and Mission

Dr. Ayash’s vision is to position Dolmen as a global leader in sustainable architectural and engineering design, delivering innovative projects and exceptional products and services in the United Kingdom, the United States (via Dolmen Development USA LLC), and beyond.

His mission centers on creating distinctive user experiences defined by uncompromising quality, reliability, and long-term value. Central to this mission is the integration of SDG and ESG ethics into every aspect of Dolmen’s operations, transforming environmental and social criteria into primary design drivers and equipping teams to act as ambassadors of sustainability.

Strategic Initiatives

Under Dr. Ayash’s leadership, Dolmen is advancing four integrated strategic initiatives:

• SEGs by Dolmen – Sustainable Envelope Goals: Next-generation façades combining energy efficiency, climate resilience, and cultural expression.
• DDRL – Dolmen Development Research Lab: AI-driven generative design and predictive modeling integrated across the project lifecycle.
• DCTP – Dolmen Crypto Trading Platform: A blockchain-based procurement system for sustainable materials and engineering technologies, enabling tokenized purchase orders, milestone-based escrow, and on-chain provenance.
• Phoenique by Dolmen: A cultural-luxury line inspired by Phoenician heritage, curating bespoke furniture, fittings, art, and high-end design pieces.

Signature Statement:

“SEG by Dolmen, DDRL, DCTP, and Phoenician by Dolmen — uniting sustainable envelopes, AI-driven design, on-chain supply integrity, and cultural luxury into one integrated practice.”

Areas of Expertise

Integrated Delivery and Leadership: Architecture, interiors, façade engineering, project and construction management, procurement, facilities and property management, and FF&E.

• Strategic Services: Capital structuring, end-to-end project development, asset optimization, facility management, portfolio expansion, and branding.
• Contracts and Governance: FIDIC, EPC/PPP/Design–Build, concession models (BOT, BOOT, BLT, LLOT, BTO), risk allocation, and arbitration.
• Financial Structuring: UKEF-aligned project financing, export-credit insurance, and Europe–GCC procurement bridges.
• Technology and Performance: AI-enabled workflows, parametric and bioclimatic design, digital fabrication, AI-driven 3D printing, and design-to-manufacture integration.
• Sustainability and Standards: ISO 9001:2008, ESG/SDG alignment, LEED, BREEAM, LEA, NEEREA, LCEC coordination, USGBC and WEC memberships.
• Innovation Platforms: SEG, DDRL, DCTP, Phoenician by Dolmen.
• Procurement and Provenance: Blockchain-based procurement, tokenised inventory, smart contracts, and IoT-anchored logistics.
• Global Ecosystems: Zanette by Dolmen (Italy), Dubai Hub (GCC), Dolmen Hub Beirut (Lebanon).

Throughout his career, Dr. MO Ayash has demonstrated a consistent ability to lead complex organizations, transform underperforming operations, and deliver large-scale, high-impact projects. He is a recognized innovator in sustainable design and an influential voice in the global discourse on architecture, technology, and environmental responsibility. Through Dolmen Development, Dr. Ayash continues to shape the future of the built environment — designing intelligent, sustainable systems that move seamlessly from concept to manufacture and redefine how societies live, work, and grow.