Muhannad AlShaheen is one of the creative and pioneering dealers in the field of interior design manufacturing.
In 1999, he obtained his Bachelor's degree in Security Sciences and worked in the Ministry of Interior up to the rank of Colonel. From an early age, his interests had always been business as well as design, but as he became immersed into the world of interior design, he discovered his true passion was in imagining and articulating design and interior aesthetic. So he pursued what he was drawn to the most and studied interior design receiving a diploma in Interior Design from “Intituto Italiano Design - Perugia”. The encouragement Muhannad received from his family and friends was his real motivation which inspired him to combine both his passion and knowledge and apply them with confidence. But, being the person that he is, he made sure to do plenty of research before establishing his own business in order for him to understand all aspects of the market.
Although the world of business is bound to have many challenges, his deep love for it helped him persevere and overcome them. Evident in the current business establishments he has partnered or owned such as Partnering in Bourisli & AlShaheen Real Estate Group, and full ownership of La Casa General Trading & Contracting, and The Cut Carpentry.
Muhannad believes that success and opportunities are intertwined with hardships. In his professional career, he found it difficult to find quality materials despite having many suppliers in Kuwait. He also noticed a lot of repetition in the Kuwaiti design market and a lack of originality which encouraged him to launch his project. As a result the search for distinctive, high-quality materials that serve and suit his designs became a necessity and critical to his success. Today, he is the official supplier and agent in Kuwait for the highest quality of materials and provides them for carpentry stores and design work outside the scope of his own company. His imported materials include Korean timber and industry related equipment/tools from Switzerland.
Muhannad's approach to design expresses a modern and minimalist feel. The Cut stands out through its use of high quality materials, combined with his attention to detail. In the beginning of his journey, his services were not fully grasped by the public, but he succeeded in translating the importance as well as the added value of his services. His work ethic, leadership style, financial know-how acquired from his work in the Ministry of Interior enabled him to grasp dealing with diverse behaviors and thought patterns as well as financial attributes that are key to running a successful business. His passion and commitment to providing the highest quality of service helped him to stand out in the market, and he finds the thrill of achievement in providing the best to his clients.
Muhannad has found that constant desire to learn and develop are key and vital to the achievement of his aspirations and realization of his vision. He believes that his curiosity, commitment, adaptability and openness for change are main drivers behind his growth in his fields. The future is bright and developments will always be the way forward for The Cut, without compromising the level of craftsmanship, quality and customer service.