Studio Nada Debs had a fabulous evening with Anna Sacks by visiting their showroom in San Francisco to chat with Sophie Dow about our inspiration and creation of the new Transcendence collection by Nada Debs x Kohler Waste Lab.

We are happy to announce that Nada Debs, former winner of the Grand Prix d’honneur du Design 2023, served as President of the Jury for the Arab World Institute 2024 Prize. Her role was crucial in recognizing and celebrating innovative contributions to the design world.

Nada joined the East meets East Talk as part of “The New Universal Language of Design” Forum at Design Shanghai 2024. Held from June 19-22, 2024, at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center, this event showcased the synergy between Eastern and Western design philosophies, setting a precedent in China’s dynamic design community.

To celebrate Eid al-Adha, Studio Nada Debs and Dior Beauty collaborated to create limited-edition cases for La Collection Privée. Featuring Nada Debs’ signature mother-of-pearl, tin inlay, and hand-carving, these exquisite pieces are available now in Dior Beauty stores globally, with only 1,000 single coffrets and 20 trio coffrets released.

Studio Nada Debs unveiled the SWIRLMANIA Collection, an assortment of handcrafted occasional tables named Swirls, at We Design Beirut from May 23-26, 2024. Each piece showcased a blend of traditional techniques and innovative methods. Displayed meticulously, these tables were a testament to the region’s rich craft tradition.

In collaboration with Artépura Design, Studio Nada Debs explored new frontiers of leather and marquetry inspired by Villa Mozart’s Art Deco charm. Their Mural Perch showcased intricate leather foliage, blending nature and architectural elegance. This took place at the Doppia Firma Show at Villa Mozart during Milan Design Week from April 16-21, 2024.

Following a successful debut at Design Miami 2022, the Transcendence tiles, created in collaboration with Kohler WasteLAB, impressed at the KBIS show in Las Vegas. The collection was honored with the Sustainable Standout Silver award for its innovative and eco-conscious design.

At the Design Doha Biennial 2024, commissioned by the ACDF, Studio Nada Debs collaborated with Uzbek wood master Sirojiddin Rahmatillaev to create the Tapchan piece. This modern interpretation of traditional Uzbek furniture showcased the fusion of traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design.

Nada Debs was featured in AD Middle East’s 2024 AD100 list, highlighting her among the top talents in interior decoration, architecture, and product design. This recognition celebrated her contributions to the design world and her innovative approach.

The Gandhara Carapace Collection, a collaboration with Studio Lél, was unveiled at Design Miami by Galerie BSL from December 6-10, 2023. The collection featured minimalist tables and seats with mosaic surfaces of semi-precious and marble stones.

Nada Debs collaborated with House of Today to unveil “The Candle Project”, fostering collaboration between 10 Lebanese designers and Beit Chabab Hospital Workshop artisans. The series of candles, transformed into awe-inspiring sculptures, were proudly crafted in Lebanon.

In partnership with Kohler Middle East, Nada Debs designed this year’s installation at Downtown Design Dubai 2023, celebrating Kohler’s 150th anniversary. The installation, titled the versatility of water, featured water as a symbol of rejuvenation, rebirth, and purity.

The “Scripts and Calligraphy: Paths to the Soul” exhibition took place in Madina Art Center, Saudi Arabia, from October 15 to December 23, 2023. It featured the Transcending Prayer Rug, celebrating the spiritual essence of Arabic script and calligraphy.

Embracing Lebanon’s rich heritage, the Crafted Mandala was created for Life Lebanon Global Gala Dinner 2023. This piece was auctioned to raise funds for LIFE Education System, showcasing the tradition of Lebanese craft.

Studio Nada Debs showcased a curated collection of their pieces at the Menart Fair through Galerie BSL from September 15-17, 2023, at Palais d’Iena, Paris. The Gandhara Table, a collaboration with Studio Lél, was among the exhibited pieces.

Nada Debs was awarded the first Grand Prix d’Honneur by the Institut Du Monde Arabe in Paris on September 6, 2023. This prestigious award celebrated her contributions to art and design, particularly in distilling Arab culture and craftsmanship.

The Upcycling Tree Art initiative exhibition by Green Cedar Lebanon took place on June 8 and 9, 2023. Studio Nada Debs narrated the story of the pine tree “community” using various craft techniques of colorful veneer and tin inlay, with proceeds donated to reforestation efforts in Lebanon.

Studio Nada Debs unveiled the Stitched Horizons collection at Galerie BSL. This collection of six pebble chairs, inspired by pristine landscapes and patterns in nature, was open until July 22, 2023.

Nada Debs had an interview with Mojeh Magazine where she expressed her belief in craft as a feeling that goes beyond geography, language, and culture. The interview highlighted her global perspective on design and craftsmanship.

The “Beirut: The Eras of Design” exhibition took place from April 7 to August 6, 2023. It captured the dynamics that enabled design to develop in Lebanon, shaping its social and cultural fabric.

Nada Debs, in collaboration with Galerie BSL, will be showing the Gandhara Carapace table, created in collaboration with Studio Lel, as well as our coming-to-life collection. The Ganhara table's alchemy of colors is symbolic of two worlds coming together, a collaboration that is a testament to the fine craft narrative that connects communities and cultures.

Nada Debs unveils her latest collection in an exclusive collaboration for THAT Concept Store. The From Sunrise to Sunset collection asks us to look at the horizon as it transcends craft heritage into a universal longing for a better tomorrow. 

From the heart of Paris, Terroirs Insolites brings you the finest artisanal creations from Lebanon. We are proud to showcase the heritage, creativity, and exceptional artistry of our talented craftsmen. 

Nada Debs is happy to take part in this great initiative, Beit Tamanna. A dream-like guesthouse in the heart of Gemmayzeh, Beirut. Conceptualized by 13 renowned Lebanese and international designers and architects, who realized their unbounded visions for each of the eight rooms of the guesthouse. All proceeds from Beit Tamanna go towards fulfilling the wishes of critically ill children between the ages of 3 and 18.

From Beirut to Peshawar: the merging of two cultures and a marriage of craft, Nada Debs and Studio Lél collaborate to recreate the signature Carapace table in an alchemy of colors, symbolic of both worlds. 

In Collaboration with INFINITI, The Makers Series creates a stage for craftsmen who are redefining their traditional craft with new practices. Exploring Modern Japanese Luxury through the craftsmen's stories, creating a deeper connection between them and our cars. With the International Chapter bringing the Makers platform to the local markets, where the spirit of Modern Japanese Luxury is embodied in their craft and philosophy, INFINITI is at the forefront of this.

Nada Debs will be exhibiting her accessories line at Creative Nation 961 under the patronage of the Lebanese Business Council in Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with the Lebanese Embassy in the UAE, and in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Music and Arts Foundation.

Kohler and global artist Nada Debs have partnered on a first of its kind installation for Design Miami. A modern interpretation of a traditional Middle Eastern hammam, this immersive experience features handcrafted tiles made from reclaimed waste materials and designed by Debs with Kohler WastelAB.

With her unique blend of Arab craft and Japanese-inspired minimalism, Nada Debs is one of the first regional designers to put the Middle East on the global design map. This is a big year for the designer, who is celebrating 20 years of Studio Nada Debs. Not only has she established a second base in Dubai, but her work has also been featured in milestone projects around the world, from the UAE’s Mission to the UN in New York to the Arab League Hall in Cairo. Debs continues to push the boundaries of marquetry with her loyal team of artisans, imagining new products, patterns, textures, and colorways as a means to keep ancient crafts relevant.

To mark the 20th anniversary of the brand, Studio Nada Debs is showcasing several collectible pieces at Downtown Design in Dubai Design District from November 9th to 12th, 2022. On display will be never-before-seen collectible pieces of furniture as well as some signature pieces from the past. Nada and her team will be looking forward to engaging, entertaining, and educating exhibitors on the history of the brand and individual pieces.

In Collaboration with Artscoops and Agenda Culturel, AD Leb is hosting an art and design auction at the Sursock Museum to raise funds for the Gaia Fadoulian Association, which supports and provides shelter for animals in need.
Studio Nada Debs is part of this great initiative where unique and limited edition works by 28 artists and designers will be exhibited ahead of the live auction, which will be conducted by auctioneer Edward Rising.

With Studio Nada Debs' continuous collaboration with UAE based NGO Irthi Council, the Zenobia collection of vases has been transformed into Totem stools for Milan Design Week 2022. This collection combines the traditional Emirati craft of hand-woven Talli with the signature Studio Nada Debs craft of marquetry inlay.

Studio Nada Debs is exhibiting the Distort Arabesque Sofa at Galerie Tanit for the État De Siegé design show, on display until June 25. This show gathers pieces from 20 Lebanese designers, representing the evolution of the seat since the 1960s. The Distort Sofa is a seating concept inspired by the traditional Arab 'diwan', but distorted and disparate to suit the changes in Lebanese society over the years. It is part of the permanent display at the National Museum of Beirut.

Beirut: The Eras of Design is a new exhibition located at the CID Grand-Hornu in Belgium, running until the 14th of August 2022. The exhibition focuses on the different eras of design in Beirut and how they have lead to the dynamic designs coming out of the city today. Studio Nada Debs is showing various collection items, including the Now & Zen Bar that was in the studio during the Beirut blast of August 4th. Despite the volatile history of Lebanon, our designers continue to persevere

Studio Nada Debs collaborated with the Invisible Collection for London Craft Week 2022 in their brand new gallery space in London, England. The topic in focus was the signature craft of Marquetry Inlay, in which the step by step process was showcased throughout the gallery. Additionally, Nada held a ‘craft conversation’ in which she discussed her “Cultural Influences through Craft and Design”.

 

Nada Debs exhibited at the Ataya annual exhibition for humanity in collaboration with 81 Design and the Rose House organized by the Emirates Red Crescent. The Rose house stand is a subtle nod to the famous rose-colored mansion perched high above the city of Beirut.

Dedicated to adventure seekers and trailblazers, inspired by the elements of earth, water, and fire "This new collection represents views of the horizon looking beyond mountain escapes, sunsets and sunrises, and the ocean in its vast glory,” says Nada Debs. Embossed geometric patterns, hand-crafted organic curves, and signature mother-of-pearl buttons accentuate the craft elements seen on the vide poche, coasters, and carafe leather holders.

Showcasing the craft techniques of the land, along with the latest collections and bespoke designs by Nada Debs, The Vitrine is our latest space that connects the old and the new. Preserving the damage of the Beirut blasts and utilizing the ground floor of the boutique to display craft objects that recount a human story, visitors from around the world are welcomed to discover this place called home through a series of storytelling installations.

Embracing geometric patterns and natural materials of wood and marble, set in a contemporary design, Nada Debs presents a new collection of Cigar Ashtrays called ‘Plug-Ins.’ Appealing to true cigar aficionados who relish the finer things in life, this new collection is an ideal gifting option for any occasion, offering a new way to revisit the spirit of oneness.

This installation work is inspired by Nada Debs’s signature mother of pearl butterflies inlaid onto concrete surfaces, where the butterflies embellish, animate, and bring to life the cold and dry concrete material elements as the main characters to tell the story of two.

Nada Debs translates a contemporary aesthetic using traditional craft techniques for three bespoke collections of vases developed for The Flower Society. Each collection builds on a different concept, tying the worlds of the two brands together.

The “On Belonging” collection created for 81 Designs features Crafted Pebble chairs and straw lamps, created by pushing the boundaries of craft, geography, art, and community for a deeper sense of connection and compassion tied to homeland and history.

The “Life Cabinet” is a re-imagined medicine cabinet created to facilitate user access during times of emergency. The cabinet brings together a slow, meditative craft with rapid relief.

Playing with basic geometrical figures has always been a highlight of Nada's work. The repetition of a simple pattern creates a product that can be used either as a desk set or as a set of trays.

By weaving the worlds of Talli and Marquetry together, Irthi and Nada Debs introduce the 'Zenobie collection' at Design Miami/Podium x Shanghai 2021. The collection initiates a dialog between two craftspeople from different worlds and interlaces them to generate an entirely new identity.

Unified under the theme “Breaking Boundaries”, the Cosentino Capsule Collection is envisioned as an ode to Dekton Slim, the new 4mm ultracompact material format born out of Cosentino’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and pushing the boundaries of surface design.

Objects that have been recreated out of the debris from our studio. We have used our craft techniques as a way of connecting the broken pieces. We believe it is our way of #keepingittogether. 

After reflecting on the past year, we saw things from another perspective: distancing ourselves from the superfluous and gravitating towards the essential and authentic. We have translated this into a collection by revisiting our products in shades of black and white.

The renovation of the Arab League Hall by International Designer Nada Debs marks the beginning of a new era in design, dialogue, and unity among the Arab states. Commissioned and funded by the Ministry of Presidential Affairs of the UAE, the renovation aimed at modernizing traditional elements while maintaining the essence of a distinctive Middle Eastern identity.

LJUV is a contemporary Middle Eastern collection with vintage geometry patterns for that time of the year when friends and family get together.

Fratelli Rossetti chooses the Furoi Salone to present a limited edition characterized by a heel co-designed with designer Nada Debs.

Discover a series of objects that are fun, light, and humorous! Marquetry Mania explores once again the handcraft technique of marquetry, a playful and strong interpretation of another living today.