As a regenerative advisory & architecture practice, we recognize that we too are a part of nature. We work with LIFE to actively restore native ecosystems and design new forms of shared habitat for humans and other organisms to thrive.
As Lebanon's first Certified B Corporation, we believe in leveraging business as a force for good!
We exist to regenerate places, and implement projects that restore habitats, regenerate ecosystems, and improve urban livability.
We implement regenerative strategies that improve our environment and serve as catalysts for social change. Our practice strives to create a significant positive impact, ambitiously moving the world from EGO to ECO.
We carefully explore the natural ecosystems of sites in order to devise new, innovative and sustainable living habitats – fueled by the power of biomimicry: emulating nature to devise solutions for human challenges.
theOtherDada has looked into modern approaches to management such as Holacracy and Sociocracy and is currently partnering with other Biomimicry experts to develop its own, locally informed biomimetic business model, fusing together Life Sciences with cutting-edge insights from fields such as finance & organisational development to build a "Multi-organism".
With Life as our guiding principle, money becomes a means to an end again, not the end goal itself. Instead of money, we work towards:
connection with nature
healthy relationships
learning & growth
a world of abundanceWe replace hierarchies with self-organized teams and co-ownership where authenticity and wholeness are encouraged instead of toxic work cultures where we have to hide our private selves. We work conciously and with passion, collaborating and learning from each other.
Adib Dada is an internationally recognized regenerative advisor, environmental architect, and founder of theOtherDada (tOD), an advisory and architecture practice, pioneering nature-based design rooted in biomimicry and systems thinking. His work bridges architecture, ecology, and art to regenerate cities and restore biodiversity, advancing a new paradigm where the built environment develops into a living system for all of Life to thrive.
Through his award-winning initiative, theOtherForest, Adib has planted over 20 native Miyawaki forests, transforming degraded urban sites into thriving ecosystems while mobilizing thousands of community members. His advocacy and forest-making have been published in books, most recently in Nature Based Solutions in Cities of the Global South (Routledge), Hannah Lewis’ Mini-Forest Revolution (Chelsea Green), Naomi Zurcher’s Connecting Trees with People (Springer), and his writings are part of several publications.
A sought-after speaker and educator, Adib has lectured at institutions such as Cambridge and Yokohama Universities, SxSW Eco Austin, MOMA New York, World Expo Dubai and the Saudi Green Building Forum. He is a Bio-Leadership Fellow and a Fellow of the Aspen Global Leadership Network.
“We have grown together as a firm around a culture of conversation and an appreciation of dialogue. Everyone should feel comfortable to share their ideas, from owner to intern. Relationships are crucial to everything we do. How we work with each other, with clients, builders and artisans, is what defines us”
Organizational strategist with over 16 years of experience architecting and delivering transformation programs across corporate, public, and impact sectors. Brings the leadership scope of a Strategy & Operations Advisor, driving operational strategy, aligning cross-functional teams, and building systems for scalable execution and sustainable growth. Specialized in strategy deployment, organizational design, and team enablement, with a proven track record advising senior leadership and launching ventures across the Middle East, Europe, and South Asia. Brings a cross-disciplinary perspective grounded in systems thinking, cultural fluency, and deep operational insight. Proficient in Arabic, English, and French.
Mechatronic engineer by academic training. Further professional training and 7+ years experience in regenerative agriculture design, and 15+ years of practical, on-farm experience. Further experience: 5+ years experience in mechanical design and value engineering; 10+ years experience in solar energy system design and installation, and systems thinking for systems change. Trained biomimicry practitioner with 5+ years experience applying biomimicry design principles and processes to diverse projects. Trained facilitator in "transition" project realms.
Strategic advisor and program manager with over 20 years of expertise in designing, implementing, and monitoring complex development projects. Proven expertise in leading multi-disciplinary teams, advising government agencies, multilateral donors and private sector partners and engaging diverse stakeholders. Shaped policies and action plans in water, renewable energy, social protection, disaster risk management, and women's rights. Skilled communicator, facilitator, networker and researcher with proficiency in Arabic, English and French.
Environmental geography graduate from University of Montreal and Saint-Joseph University. Restoration practitioner with expertise in urban reforestation, water management, and community engagement. Experienced in the implementation process of the Miyawaki technique, with hands-on experience in forest maintenance and water infiltration analysis in the context of the region’s fast changing climate. Leads volunteer teams and designs participatory programs involving children, youth, and adults in urban afforestation. Passionate about native ecosystem restoration, advocating for biodiversity regeneration as a key solution to pollution and climate change. Proficient in environmental documentation and data collection to support long-term sustainability goals. Fluent in Arabic, French and English.
Bringing a deep-seated passion for agriculture and sustainability, Moe has cultivated strong relationships within the community of farmers and volunteers. His journey into nature-focused work solidified during his work as a Miyawaki Forest Maker combining the technique to hands-on permaculture experience at campsites & natural reserves, alongside consultancy for permaculture gardens.
This work is deeply rooted in his holistic vision for circular urban ecologies – a drive to
transform environmental challenges into thriving green solutions. His efforts, extending into initiatives that repurpose waste into organic fertilizer and foster sustainable urban farming, underscore a profound commitment to building a greener, more resilient cities and fostering a vibrant green community.
