In Pictures: Lebanese Creatives’ Studios Before and After the Explosions

The Zuhair Murad headquarters destroyed following the Beirut blast. Photo: Instagram

Following the deadly explosions that took place in downtown Beirut on August 4, the city has since been reeling from a devastating bout of death, injury, homelessness, and widespread destruction. Now in a two-week state of emergency, residents of the capital have taken to the streets with shovels and brooms in a bid to clear up the fall-out, however, the damage caused remains inordinate and overwhelming. Through a series of before and after photos of Beirut-based stores, workshops, ateliers, and homes, we look at the extent of damage caused to Lebanon’s creative industry by this tragedy.

L’Atelier Nawbar

120-year old jewelry brand dedicated to creating intricate and delicate designs. Atelier and workshop located in Saifi Village. 

Before. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

After. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

After. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

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Azzi & Osta

Ready-to-wear and haute couture Maison focusing on craftsmanship, technique, and the principled codes of Haute Couture. Recently invested in a new atelier located in the center of downtown Beirut. 

Before. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

Before Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

After: Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

After: Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

After: Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

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Andrea Wazen

Footwear brand specializing in high-quality handmade shoes for women, designed and produced in Beirut. Located in Mar Mkhael artistic area.

Before. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

After. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

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Boyfriend the Brand

Gender-neutral clothing line focused on minimalism and quality. Shop and home of designer, Amine Jreissaty, located in Mar Mkhael artistic area.  

Before. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

After. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

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Thym

Contemporary womenswear label housed in a historic courtyard in the Ashrafieh area. 

Before. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

After. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

After. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

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Vanina

Responsibly capricious brand that explores the synergy between fashion and sustainability. Shop and showroom housed in an old apartment in the Gemmayze area.

Before. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

After. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

After. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

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Sarah’s Bag

Fashion house & social enterprise creating luxury handcrafted bags & accessories. Workshop located in Gemmayze.

Before. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

After. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

After. Photo: Courtesy of Maison Pyramide

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