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Jake Chadwick joins Swiss Bureau Interior Design & Build

Jake Chadwick joined as the new Managing Director of SBID.

Jake Chadwick has joined Swiss Bureau Interior Design and Build (SBID) as its new Managing Director. With a rich career spanning multiple decades, Chadwick’s industry experience positions him to lead SBID into a new chapter. 

Chadwick brings a blend of expertise gained across diverse fit-out domains. With notable roles in the UAE, such as Board Director at ISG and Construction Director at Faithful+Gould, his varied experience ranges from working on corporate offices to luxurious residential projects, immersive F&B experiences, museums, hotels, advanced R&D projects (including in biopharma and defence) and iconic mega-projects in Saudi Arabia. In line with the firm’s objectives, Chadwick’s vision for blending traditional craftsmanship with futuristic tech – such as AI – promises to steer the firm into an exciting and transformative phase. 

“I am thrilled to join the Swiss Bureau family,” shares Chadwick. “My mission revolves around nurturing creativity, dynamic collaboration and operational excellence. Through cutting-edge technologies and synergistic partnerships, we are poised to deliver exceptional value to our clients. I envision SBID as a beacon of creative ingenuity, forging new thresholds for the industry. By harnessing our legacy, integrating with technology, and [with] a spirited growth mentality, we are primed for growth.” While it celebrates its 20-year heritage, SBID is also set to expand in the region thanks to its new leadership. “Jake’s appointment marks a game-changing juncture for SBID,” shares Joakim de Rham, CEO of the firm. “As we stand on the edge of a transformative period, I’m filled with anticipation and excitement for the unique approaches Jake will bring as a result of his successful past experiences. It’s a promising time for our team, partners and clients.” 

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