richard yasmine’s pastel-hued collection is a nostalgic reflection of lebanese architecture

the arch-shaped furniture pieces of the hawa beirut collection feature handmade cords and tassels, pink marble and stained-glass inserts.

richardyasmine edited by myrto katsikopoulou March 27, 2018 2 min

hawa beirut is a lightweight, airy furniture collection by interior architect and product designer richard yasmine. the pieces reference elements of lebanese architecture, specifically arches, which are considered a trade mark of the country’s cultural heritage.

richard yasmine reflects lebanese architecture in pastel-hued furniture collection
hawa in arabic translates to a light summer breeze or even a deep love

the collection will be showcased during milan design week 2018 and features a set of chairs, one with upholstery and one without, a table that can be flipped upside down and a decorative screen panel. the designer added handmade, silk-braided cords and tassels, pink marble and traditionally crafted stained-glass inserts to the powder-coated steel and fabric pieces. a nostalgic yet harmonious reflection of its cultural history, hawa beirut acts as link between past, present and future generations.

richard yasmine reflects lebanese architecture in pastel-hued furniture collection
the folding screen features handmade tassels, marble and glass inserts

richard yasmine reflects lebanese architecture in pastel-hued furniture collection
floating seat with upholstery

richard yasmine reflects lebanese architecture in pastel-hued furniture collection
the arch-shaped chair references lebanese architectural elements

richard yasmine reflects lebanese architecture in pastel-hued furniture collection
the low central table / coffee table

richard yasmine reflects lebanese architecture in pastel-hued furniture collection
the pieces are meant to appear airy and light-weight

richard yasmine reflects lebanese architecture in pastel-hued furniture collection
upside-down, double deck central table

richard yasmine reflects lebanese architecture in pastel-hued furniture collection
the ‘naked’ chair

richard yasmine reflects lebanese architecture in pastel-hued furniture collection

richard yasmine reflects lebanese architecture in pastel-hued furniture collection
the collection is a nostalgic reflection of beirut’s architectural heritage

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brass, marble and silk create a mix of soft and hard materials

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