Powerlist Creative 30 2024: Ratheesh Kumar, Executive Director, AL SHIRAWI INTERIORS, Ranks 20th
Ratheesh Kumar is the Executive Director at Al Shirawi Interiors. With 24 years of experience in the UAE’s thriving fit-out market, he provides a wealth of knowledge from a variety of industries, including commercial, retail, leisure, healthcare, education, and hospitality.
Having successfully managed and delivered over 500 fit-out projects, his extensive experience has allowed him to expertly navigate the complexities of various sectors. This has enabled him to provide customised solutions tailored to meet the unique needs and expectations of clients across the region, ensuring high-quality results and client satisfaction in every project.
Al Shirawi Interiors, part of the prestigious Al Shirawi Group, was established to meet the increasing demand for high-caliber interior fit-outs in the UAE. With over 50 years of experience, the company has transformed spaces across various sectors, delivering exceptional quality and innovation in interior design and fit-outs.
As a leading interior fit-out company, we operate a 65,000sqft. factory and a 15,000sqft. office, both powered by solar energy. This sustainable approach extends beyond operations; surplus energy generated is stored with DEWA deposits, reflecting the company’s deep commitment to environmental responsibility. Al Shirawi Interiors not only powers its operations with green energy but also embraces biophilic design principles and resource-efficient practices in its office interiors. These efforts underscore a holistic commitment to sustainability, ensuring that every project integrates environmentally sound, economically viable, and socially equitable solutions.
“Some of our recent projects include a high-end branded residential project, Mr.C in Jumeirah (Mr.C stands for Cipriani). In the hospitality segment, we are currently executing Intercontinental, Marina refurbishment, we have completed fit-out works for Radisson Red, Sofitel, and Tamoka Restaurant. In Commercial, we have completed the visionary Artificial Intelligence Office & Innovation Hub for DIFC and also carried out fit-out works for DIEZ Commercity. In the Healthcare sector, we have completed American Hospital and International Modern Hospital refurbishments, as well as the DHA Covid Isolation ward. In education, we have done The School of Research & Science, Arcadia School which is an approximately built-up area of 156,000sft., and the highlight of the project is its sustainability factor and we have achieved LEED Gold certification,” shares Ratheesh Kumar, Executive Director at Al Shirawi Interiors
Ratheesh’s vision for Al Shirawi Interiors reflects a strong focus on achieving market leadership by emphasising industry expertise, quality, and innovation. As part of a larger group with a $1 billion turnover, the company is poised to set new benchmarks in the region through its projects. By leveraging extensive industry knowledge, a commitment to quality, and innovative solutions, the company aims to set new standards of excellence in every project. Alongside a talented team and strategic partners, Al Shirawi Interiors strives to create spaces that not only enhance functionality but also inspire and exceed client expectations.
“Transforming spaces is not just our job, It’s our passion,” highlightsRatheesh.