Condé Nast today announced the appointment of Aidan Imanova as Head of Editorial Content of Architectural Digest Middle East, effective August 18th 2025. Imanova will be responsible for overseeing the vision and content across all platforms for the title in the region.
“Aidan brings a voice that is both deeply rooted in regional narratives and globally resonant. At AD Middle East, she will spotlight unexpected and exceptional private homes, artists’ environments, and cultural spaces—created by and for some of the most innovative and influential figures in the region—tapping local talent and AD’s unique editorial access. I’m excited to see her lead the brand forward, celebrating the people and creative forces that make this part of the world so compelling,” said Amy Astley, Global Editorial Director, Architectural Digest.
About Aidan Imanova, Head of Editorial Content, AD Middle East
Aidan Imanova is a seasoned editor and writer with over a decade of experience shaping the conversation around architecture, design and culture in the Middle East and North Africa. Born in Azerbaijan and raised in Dubai, she blends Eastern and Western influences into a perspective that is both global and locally aware.
She currently serves as Features Director at AD Middle East, where she curates multi-channel content focused on elevating regional talent —particularly emerging designers— and exploring the evolving identity of Middle Eastern design within a global context. Imonova previously held leadership roles such as Editor-in-Chief of identity magazine and senior editorial positions at ITP Media Group’s design titles.
About her appointment Imanova offered, “After over a decade of observing and contributing to the impressive evolution of design across the MENA region, it is an absolute honour to helm a forward-thinking legacy title like AD Middle East, and even luckier to have the privilege to do this through a regional lens. The Middle East is becoming a global centre for design excellence, and I cannot be more proud to be given the opportunity to shed light on the incredible work that is being created here.”
