Ben Gonzalez

Ben Gonzalez is Managing Director for the Middle East and Africa and a Principal at HKS. With more than 26 years of international experience, he leads multidisciplinary teams and complex projects across healthcare, mixed-use, hospitality and urban development throughout the Middle East.

Having lived and worked in the Middle East since 2008, Ben connects global design expertise with local market knowledge. His work focuses on aligning design excellence with client ambitions, cultural context and long-term value for communities.

As Saudi Arabia transforms its built environment, Ben advocates for design that responds to climate, heritage and human experience. He believes meaningful architecture balances innovation with a strong sense of place, creating resilient destinations for future generations.