The Corniche: Beirut’s Thriving Public Space
The Corniche stands out as a successful Beirut public space, used by Lebanese and tourists from all walks of life. Architect and designer Yasmeen Arkadan explores why. A single strip of pavement links the dense urban fabric of Beirut to the Mediterranean Sea. High-rise buildings lining the edge of the city stand tall against the flat expanse […]
Building Towers: Cancer Survivor Lucie Youssef Sassine’s Story of Strength, Determination, and Success
Photo by: Naji Abi Nader Civil engineer Lucie Youssef Sassine had dreams of returning HOME to Lebanon to build towers and raise her children. An unexpected diagnosis stirred a strength in her to overcome the challenges she faced and to thrive once again. Lucie Sassine shared her experience of coming HOME to build towers […]
