He has designed and realized various architectural projects in Lebanon, Europe and the Middle East, thanks to which Richani gained international recognition. Richani’s architecture aims at creating a holistic experience of the senses whereby the spaces unfold in time. One strong concept unifies the whole and orchestrates the relationship of interior to exterior, the flow of the internal spaces and
light, and the design and location of furniture to produce a harmonious entity. The architecture and interiors are minimalist in their purity, sophisticated simplicity and infinite attention to details. Yet they are by no means ascetic, as they are rich in proportions, scale and choice of rich materials. Spaces designed by Richani, with their exceptional proportions in relation to the human scale, transmit a sense of wellbeing and serenity. They are a recluse where- for a while- one forgets one's ego. The viewer is not impressed by the subdued monolithic solid but by the void that is carved out of it. To complement these spaces, Chakib Richani Collection was born. The items are architectural interpretations of objects ranging from vases, ashtrays and candleholders to lighting items and furniture, produced mainly in wood, marble, granite, oxidized metals, brass, bronze, and stainless steel. Each item has a name, a story, and a belonging to the Richani space which inspired it. Yet, in the Boutique it initiates a life and a character of its own. Chakib Richani Collection items are timeless works of art…to be used, displayed and treasured for always.
