Alaa Shahin

Alaa Shahin is a multidisciplinary designer, researcher, and founder of Bio Design Lab, based in Cairo, Egypt. With a background in Art Education from Helwan University, they specialize in biomaterials, sustainable design, and digital fabrication. Their work explores the intersections of bio-design, material innovation, and the bio-economy, developing environmentally responsible solutions for product design, architecture, and fashion. Through Bio Design Lab, Alaa fosters research and experimentation in biological and waste-derived materials, bridging science and design to shape a more sustainable future.