Senem Cennetoglu

Senem Cennetoglu is an architect and international design strategist with 20+ years of experience across Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East. Educated in architecture and business, she has led award-winning projects in hospitality, retail, mixed-use and residential design.

As Managing Director of MENA at Ippolito Fleitz Group, she oversees operations, client strategy, and project delivery while spearheading firm’s Middle East expansion. She combines design excellence with business strategy to create identity-driven destinations for developers and global brands.

Passionate about the future of cities, Senem champions Identity Architecture as a driver of commercial success and lasting value. Drawing on global experience, she shares practical insights on creating places with authentic character, cultural relevance and enduring impact.