Dimensions started in 2022 and established an ecosystem of innovation, entrepreneurship, and design thinking. It launched its first incubation program in 2024. At Dimensions, our studios provide the ideal environment for sparking big ideas and empowering emerging entrepreneurs to turn their innovative visions into thriving businesses. The name Dimensions reflects the boundless opportunities available to those eager to make an impact and explore new perspectives.
Startup Studios
Creativity
Innovation
Safeguard your innovation with end-to-end intellectual property guidance — from idea disclosure to patent filing. Our team helps you navigate legal processes, ensuring your creations are protected and ready for real-world impact.
Gain direct access to a network of accomplished entrepreneurs, innovators, and faculty mentors who guide you through every stage of your startup journey — offering expertise, feedback, and strategic insight to help your ideas thrive.
Transform your concept into a viable product with access to advanced labs, technical tools, and professional support for prototyping and testing. Our business and innovation experts help you refine your market strategy and build a sustainable business model.
Receive internal seed funding and guidance on securing external investment opportunities. DIMENSIONS supports you in developing strong proposals, managing budgets, and strategically scaling your startup from idea to launch.
Turn your innovation into impact. With strategic partnerships, investor connections, and university support, we help bring your ideas to market — ensuring your startup is positioned for growth, visibility, and long-term success.
Tarek H. Mokhtar, Assoc. AIA, Ph.D., M.Sc.Archventor
Dr. Tarek H. Mokhtar is a Design Thinking Expert & Inventor, Design Thinking and Innovation Coach, Assoc. AIA, Director of Alfaisal's DIMENSIONS Startup Studios for Innovation and Design Thinking, founder and director of DaVinciAT Research Center for Cyber-Physical Systems and Non-Humanoid Social Robotics and the intelligent Design and Art (iDNA) Research Lab. A. Prof. in architectural engineering with 24+ years of teaching, research, and practical experience in design, architecture and technology, invent products and services, received US patents, and hold M.Sc. and Ph.D. in robotics of Clemson U in developing innovative spatial robotic and IT systems, IEEE member, led 30+ design thinking and innovation sessions.
Maria S. Alomari, B.Sc. in Architectural Engineering Studio Lead | Systems Thinking & Creative Practice
Engineer Maria is a dynamic and versatile individual who acts as Dimensions Supervisor, Alfaisal University. Her solid educational foundation in architectural engineering brings a unique blend of expertise in the world of design and engineering. She has also enhanced this knowledge with her public relation skills fostering social impact and community building. Maria has also served as a university instructor to mentor and guide the Architectural Engineering students in core courses such as the capstone project. Maria has also actively participated as a Research Assistant in a groundbreaking research paper titled "Smart Growth in Edgeless Cities: Rethinking the Urban Planning of Riyadh." As a teacher assistant in the course of Design thinking, Maria has contributed to mentoring the students of Dimensions’ various studios fostering an environment of innovation, collaboration, and growth. Her passion for mentoring and supporting aspiring entrepreneurs drives them to empower visionaries to transform their ideas into thriving ventures.
Raneem M. Alghamdi, B.A. English Literature Interdisciplinary Producer | Arts & Operations
Raneem AlGhamdi, a King Saud graduate in English literature with a journey through various career paths. From serving as an executive assistant at an Esport company to teaching children swimming to coordinating the Saudi Orchestra, having dabbled in diverse industries One of the most valuable insights I have gained is that no matter what twists and turns life may throw our way, we have the power to mold and sculpt our circumstances to turn our reality into our true passion. For me, my truest calling lies in the role of a nurturer—whether tending to a child, tending to a delicate plant, or nurturing a creative project to fruition. I do swear by the timeless formula of the 4 P's: Patience, Perseverance, Passion, and a Pretty elastic sense of humor. Think of me as your ultimate backstage support, the behind-the-scenes crew ensuring that all the elements come together seamlessly on your grand stage.