The Spectrum exhibition at the Joy Mardini Design Gallery brings together a diverse collection of contemporary Lebanese design. Highlighting a range of creative voices—from established names to rising talents—this curated show explores how Lebanese designers blend traditional craftsmanship with bold, forward-thinking aesthetics.
Exhibition Overview
Held in Beirut, the Spectrum exhibition includes works that span materials, styles, and ideologies. Visitors experience a narrative of form and function that reflects both individual expression and collective cultural identity.
Featured designers include:
- Karim Chaya – Known for merging architectural design with furniture form
- Marc Baroud – A minimalist designer focused on material purity
- Marc Dibeh – Celebrated for storytelling through object design
Each work reflects Lebanon’s design duality—heritage rooted and future-facing.
Lebanese Design in Context
Lebanon’s design scene thrives on contrast: east meets west, modern meets traditional. Many of the works in Spectrum reflect this layered reality, incorporating:
- Local raw materials like Lebanese cedar and marble
- Handmade techniques passed through generations
- Conceptual thinking shaped by regional history and global education
To view more of the collection, visit our Gallery or learn more about the artists via Meet the Designers.
Recommended Video
🎬 Lebanon’s Design Renaissance – CNN Style
A feature on Beirut’s emerging influence in international design culture.
More from the Gallery
Spectrum is just one of many exhibitions supported by Joy Mardini Design Gallery. For media coverage, visit our Press page. Interested in working with our artists or attending future events? Contact us.
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