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We went to Aabey to discover Beit Abey, but the pleasure of the visit was as much about Hania and Naji Boustany as the beautiful houses they have brought back to life. Their love of heritage, art and sharing it all with others made this a wonderfully personal encounter. Hania and Naji Boustany are one of the loveliest couples you could meet. They welcomed us into their summer retreat in Aabey, a village whose rich history, beautiful landscape and remarkable old houses deserve a visit of their own. A passionate lover of heritage, Naji restored two historic mansions with origins dating back to the 16th century, giving them a renewed place in village life. One became the couple’s summer home; the other, a charming guesthouse where visitors and friends can share their affection for this place. The architecture invites you to slow down and notice: thick stone walls, vaulted ceilings, pointed doorways and graceful triple arched windows opening onto wooden balconies. Inside, the old stone gives the rooms a warmth that Hania has made unmistakably her own. Her passion for art, decorative objects and interior design is present in every room. Carefully chosen furniture, colourful ceramics, paintings, patterned fabrics and playful accessories bring personality to the historic spaces. A dressmaker’s mannequin wearing a hat, a collection of green vessels, pink chairs beside a courtyard table: each detail reveals an eye for beauty and a willingness to have fun with it. And then there was lunch. Beneath a magnificent stone vault, a long table dressed with botanical prints, flowers, candles and beautifully arranged place settings awaited us. Hania’s attention to detail extended naturally from the rooms to the table, and from the table to the way we were looked after. Thank you, Hania and Naji, for an unforgettable day, a wonderful lunch and the pleasure of your company. You opened your doors with such warmth that, almost immediately, we felt at home.
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Exploring architecture beyond the classroom 📐 A field visit to the Rachid Karami International Fair in Tripoli, where we experienced Oscar Niemeyer’s architecture through space, structure, scale, and movement. @rkif.rachidkaramifair A day of observing, documenting, and learning as architecture students at USEK✨ @usekschoolofarchitecture @usekofficial @hanadiaboujaoudehaddad @omars.harb @younanantoine
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Tourist in my own country 2.0🏛️ @rkif.rachidkaramifair #tripoli #rkif #oldsouk #modernistarchitecture #oscarniemeyer
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What made the Hamra Tour so special was not only the places we visited, but the community that came together to explore, listen, remember and share. A day filled with architecture, discoveries, memories and conversations, reminding us why Hamra holds such an important place in Beirut’s story. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made this experience so memorable. This is why we keep walking.
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What if the buildings of Hamra could tell us their stories? Join us on Wednesday, September 16 for a mobile architectural conference where architecture, urban memory and pop culture come together. From iconic modernist buildings and legendary cinemas to memorable landmarks, we’ll walk through the Hamra we remember — and discover the Hamra we may have overlooked. The journey begins at 9:30 AM at District 7, Saifi, with a bus taking us to Hamra. The walk starts at 10:00 AM, followed by a lunch break at 12:30 PM and a conversation at 1:00 PM with architect Omar Harb, storyteller and researcher Tarek Kawa, and Elie Aramouny, revisiting Hamra’s golden years through architecture, cinema, music and pop culture. And along the way, we’ll ask: Has Beirut lost its beauty, or has it simply moved with the times? A DAY EXPLORING HAMRA Modernist Landmarks, Cinemas and Untold Stories Wednesday, September 16, 2026 📍 Meeting point: District 7, Saifi 🕤 9:30 AM — Bus departure 🚶 10:00 AM — Programme begins 🍴 12:30 PM — Lunch 💬 1:00 PM — Conversation 🎟️ Tickets: $50 Reserve through Ihjoz or contact District 7 at +961 81 233 144. Places are limited. Book your spot and come discover the stories hiding behind Hamra’s façades. #beirut #hamra #architecture #modernist #lebanon
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Hamra is not simply a neighbourhood. It is a stage where architecture, cinema, culture and memory have always met. Join us for a mobile architectural conference through its streets, exploring modernist landmarks, legendary cinemas and untold stories, followed by a conversation with architect Omar Harb, storyteller and researcher Tarek Kawa, and Elie Aramouny. A surprise visit awaits you. Wednesday, September 16 Meeting point: District 7, Saifi at 9:30 AM Tickets: $50 Reservations through Ihjoz or +961 81 233 144 Places are limited.
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A DAY EXPLORING HAMRA Modernist Landmarks, Cinemas and Untold Stories A mobile architectural conference where architecture, urban memory and pop culture come together. Join us on Wednesday, September 16, for a journey through Hamra, exploring the architecture, cinemas and memorable landmarks that defined one of Beirut’s most vibrant districts. We meet at District 7, Saifi, at 9:30 AM, where a bus will take us to Hamra. The experience begins at 10:00 AM, leading us through Hamra’s iconic modernist buildings and legendary cinemas, before culminating in a surprise visit to one of the neighbourhood’s most memorable landmarks. 12:30 PM Lunch break 1:00 PM A conversation with architect Omar Harb, storyteller and researcher Tarek Kawa, and Elie Aramouny, revisiting Hamra’s golden years through architecture, cinema, music and pop culture, while asking: Has Beirut lost its beauty, or has it simply moved with the times? Tickets: $50 Reserve through Ihjoz or contact District 7 on +961 81 233 144. Come walk through the Hamra we remember, discover the Hamra we may have overlooked, and listen to the stories hiding behind its façades. Places are limited. Book your spot.
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Some of our best moments happened seated in a circle. Across past editions, We Design Beirut brought together designers, architects, and cultural voices for conversations that went beyond the work on display, talks that unpacked process, provoked questions, and let ideas move as freely as the people in the room. These panels were where the community behind the platform actually met. Our Patrons: Philippe & Zaza Jabre Claudia Skaff @claudiaskaff Lilia Sabbagh @liliasabbagh Mahmoud Dandashly Robert Matta Diana Ghandour @whats_hipp Mireille Hayek @hayek.mira Adel Kanso @adel.kanso1 Ramy Boutros @ramy.boutros Cynthia Sabbagh @cynthiasabbagh1 Our committee members: Claudia Skaff @claudiaskaff Diana Ghandour @whats_hipp Dia Mrad @diamrad Galal Mahmoud @galalmahmoudarchitects Joy Mardini @joymardini Karim Chaya @karimchaya Karim Nader @karimnaderstudio Michele Maria Chaya @mariagroup_architects Nada Debs @nadadebs Omar Harb @omars.harb Ricardo Karam @ricardo.karam.official Saleh Barakat @salehbarakatgallery
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🏛️ Great architecture is often remembered through a single name. Yet behind every iconic work is a circle of people whose ideas, courage, and expertise helped make it possible. Oscar Niemeyer was never truly working alone. Roberto Burle Marx brought life to his concrete through landscapes that softened and completed his architecture. Joaquim Cardozo transformed daring sketches into structures that could stand, turning imagination into engineering. And President Juscelino Kubitschek believed in a vision bold enough to become an entire capital, giving Brasília the chance to exist. Their stories remind us that influence is never about imitation. It is about trust, collaboration, and the freedom to build something greater together. ✨🇧🇷 🌿 #OscarNiemeyer 🏛️ #ModernArchitecture 🌎 #BrazilianModernism 📐 #ArchitecturalHistory 🤝 #NiemeyerHeritage @wassimnaghi @joelle.hajjar.5 @michelinebitar @michel_el_daher @robertaabdanur @omars.harb @joelle.hm @oscarniemeyerarquitetura @brazilinlebanon @gracerihan @karimchaya @miraminkara @bananamonkey.works @monagehakanaan @haroutfazlian @modernarchitecturefromlebanon @joyceazzamofficial
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One city. One walk. Countless stories. The first Beirut Narrative Walking Tour reminded us that the best way to discover a city is together. Thank you to everyone who shared their curiosity, questions and passion for Beirut. More walks. More stories. Soon.
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What began as a walk through Downtown Beirut became something far greater. Thirty curious minds, countless conversations, forgotten stories brought back to life, remarkable architecture rediscovered, and a community brought together by a shared passion for this city. The Beirut Narrative has never been about simply looking at buildings. It is about understanding the people, the ideas and the history that continue to shape Beirut, one conversation at a time. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us, asked questions, shared memories and made this first edition such a memorable experience. Special thanks to architect Omar Harb for generously sharing his knowledge throughout the walk, to Tarek Kawa for an inspiring conversation that concluded the day, to Elie Keissy, Executive Producer and Co-Founder of Wild Cherry Productions, to Pierre Vincent Firman for beautifully capturing the event behind the camera, to Solange Trak, and to the entire District 7 team for their warm hospitality and unwavering support. This is only the beginning. 🎥 A reel capturing the highlights of the day will be out very soon. Stay tuned. @ekeissy @solangetrak @pierre_is_rock @marounkhayse #TheBeirutNarrative #Beirut #Architecture #DowntownBeirut WildCherryProductions District7 Lebanon
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Beautiful Day ☀️ in beautiful Beirut 🌆 with beautiful people 😎😍 thank you @omars.harb @tarek_kawa1 @lancearamouny @district7beirut for this initiative 💯🙌
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