House of Today is a non-profit organization committed to cultivating a sustainable design ecosystem in Lebanon that transcends international borders. For over a decade, the organization’s overarching aim is to strengthen dialogues in the design world, expanding the reach of contemporary Lebanese designers and their creative processes, through mentoring, educating, curating collections and nurturing connections.
Galleries & Stores. We partner with esteemed galleries and stores worldwide to present our designers' works to a broader audience. By strategically curating exclusive collections, we elevate exposure and foster increased appreciation and acquisition of exceptional creative pieces.
R & Company
12 January 2024 - New York
With House of Today’s longstanding and production support, Sayar & Garibeh unveiled Broomlithic — their first solo exhibition at R & Company. The exhibition marked a milestone in both House of Today’s and the designers’ journey, bringing their practice into dialogue with one of the world’s leading collectible design galleries, where they are now represented.
The collaboration with R & Company — the New York gallery and longstanding supporter of the Lebanese design community — culminated in Broomlithic, Sayar & Garibeh’s first solo exhibition in the city. Realized with the support of House of Today, the presentation marked a defining moment in the duo’s trajectory, bringing their practice into dialogue with one of the world’s leading collectible design galleries.
Broomlithic intertwines two distinct references central to the designers’ imagination: the Lithic era, when stone tools first shaped human settlement, and the broom, a modest yet universal emblem of renewal. From these sources emerged a body of work where blocks of white Lebanese stone were carved into softly formed tables, benches, chairs, lamps, and objects — their curves and textures animated by fiber details recalling broom bristles.
The result is a collection that balances the gravity of stone with levity, humor, and optimism — a testament to Sayar & Garibeh’s unique voice, and to House of Today’s role in fostering the paths that connect Lebanese designers to the global stage.
The Invisible Collection
October 12, 2023 - London
House of Today collaborated with The Invisible Collection in London, presenting a curated selection of Lebanese design during PAD and Frieze, bringing local talent to an international stage.
House of Today partnered with The Invisible Collection to present a landmark showcase in the platform’s London space, coinciding with PAD and Frieze. The exhibition celebrated the strength and diversity of Lebanon’s contemporary design through works by David/Nicolas, Stephanie Moussallem, Hala Matta, Souraya Haddad, Fadi Yachoui, and Roula Salamoun.
The collaboration reflected a shared vision of giving contemporary design voices an international stage. Beyond the exhibition, the designers’ works continued as part of The Invisible Collection’s online platform, extending their presence within a global network of leading contemporary creators.
Marianne Boesky Gallery
August 7 - September 4, 2023 - Aspen
Nathalie Khayat’s ceramic works, first unveiled with House of Today at SALT in Los Angeles, debuted in Aspen — marking her entry into Marianne Boesky Gallery.
Marianne Boesky Gallery is pleased to present a selection of ceramic works by Beirut-based artist Nathalie Khayat (b. 1966; Beirut, Lebanon) in Aspen, CO beginning August 7. With her stoneware vessels—serving bowls, candle holders, and vases—Khayat subverts the expectations of her delicate material. Deeply invested in the unique material properties of clay itself, Khayat produces work that references the inherently organic nature of stoneware. The sensual, undulating forms of her work—often reminiscent of coral growing from the floor of the sea—are a product of the artist's experiments with accidents and chance. Evoking the dualities of the natural world—of violence and calm, of growth and decay, of life and death—Khayat's ceramics represent a foray into a beautiful unknown.
Marianne Boesky Gallery,
616 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611
USA
Lehmann Maupin and R & Company
August 8 - September 19, 2020 - Aspen
House of Today joined forces with Lehmann Maupin and R & Company for a cross-disciplinary exhibition weaving contemporary art and design. The presentation brought together works by Sayar & Garibeh, Carlo & Mary Lynn Massoud, Hala Matta, Stephanie Moussallem, and Karen Chekerdjian, alongside collection pieces from Lehmann Maupin and R & Company.
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Morph | Sayar & Garibeh x Katie Stout
The Broom Bench | Sayar & Garibeh
Baby Boy | Sayar & Garibeh
Foam Cushions | Sayar & Garibeh
Explosion Stool | Sayar & Garibeh
Script | Stephanie Moussallem
Chair-y | Mary-Lynn and Carlo Massoud
Shapes and Shades | Hala Matta
Platform C | Karen Chekerdjian
Mr. | Sayar & Garibeh
The Counter | Stephanie Moussallem
Two esteemed New York galleries, Lehmann Maupin and R & Company, have joined forces with House of Today to curate a pop-up exhibition. This exhibition fosters an open-ended dialogue between art and design, established and emerging talent, vintage and contemporary pieces, and the fusion of East and West. It takes place in a spacious, well-lit venue with panoramic views of the Colorado landscape.
Lehmann Maupin director Sarah Calodney, House of Today founder Cherine Magrabi, and R & Company founders and principals Evan Snyderman and Zesty Meyers collaborated to curate this exhibition. Their collective efforts breathe life into the work presented by the selected artists and designers. The exhibition is guided by two key principles: providing support to the artistic community during these challenging times, including showcasing work created during lockdown, and offering collectors and audiences the chance to experience the indescribable feeling of encountering artists' work in person.
R & Company
November 7, 2019 until January 7, 2020. - New York
House of Today and R & Company reunite in New York to spotlight the new wave of Lebanese design. The exhibition brings together two singular tables: Morph by Sayar & Garibeh with Katie Stout, and Boob Boobie Doo by Carlo & Mary Lynn Massoud with The Haas Brothers.
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Morph | Sayar & Garibeh x Katie Stout
Boob boobie doo | Mary-Lynn and Carlo Massoud x The Haas Brothers
TUMO Gallery
2018 - Yerevan
Vrouyr Joubanian’s decanter bottles, first shown in Jungle Protocol, return to the spotlight at TUMO Gallery in Yerevan, Armenia.
Nilufar
2018 - Milan
House of Today played a catalytic role in forging the dialogue between Nilufar and Khaled El Mays, paving the way for a body of work that grew beyond its debut at Salone del Mobile. Among these, the Escort of the Night table and Mr Brain lamps crystallized into an exclusive collection for Nilufar Gallery, marking the start of a lasting chapter between designer and gallery.
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WallpaperSTORE*
December 12-28, 2018 - Beirut
House of Today continues its partners with the WallpaperSTORE* to launch the 2018 version of THE SHOP, offering a combination of new commissioned objects by Lebanese designers and existing iconic WallpaperSTORE* objects by internationals. The exhibition objects will be part of House of Today's permanent collection and WallpaperSTORE* online.
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Purse Mirror | Dima Haidar
Ikebana | Elie Metni
Zen Den | Layal Chacar
Orpheus | Tara and Tessa Sakhi
Kahvalti | Studio Caramel
MEG | Paola Sakr
Aperitivo Bowls | Alya Tannous
Aperitivo Jar & Glasses | Alya Tannous
Neptune's Cups 01 | Nada Rizk
Nilufar
2017 - Milan
Saudade.Komorebi by Lina Shamaa has been featured at Nilufar gallery as part of its design collection during Milan Design Week.
WallpaperSTORE*
December 7 - 29, 2016 - Beirut
House of Today, in collaboration with WallpaperSTORE*, launches THE SHOP, which offers a combination of new commissioned pieces by Lebanese designers and existing iconic WallpaperSTORE* objects. The special collaboration outlines a joint commitment to nurture and internationally showcase strong design talent found in Lebanon.
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Ruck-ed BUCKET | Bokja
Spinning Away from Tech | booabbood
Boule | Carlo Massoud
Sale Pepe | Georges Mohasseb
Neckline Flower Holder | Ghaith & Jad
“I'll show you mine if you show me yours.” | Tala Hajjar
Moon | Thomas Trad
Kiss Extinguisher and Night Bottle Nibbles | Wyssem Nochi
Coup de Coeur | 200 Grs
Crafted Concrete | Nada Debs
Tête de Sel & My Distraction | Sayar & Garibeh
An Ode to Scandinavia | Nour Al Nimer
“De]ant” Bottles | Vrouyr Joubanian
Hyde | Kamal Aoun
Daily Jotter & Nightly Musings | Rouba Mourtada
Office Stationaries | Stephanie Moussallem
Moonshine | Zeina Aboul-Hosn
Grapes | Mary-Lynn Massoud
Gallery FUMI
2015 - Sardinia
As part of its efforts to promote Lebanese designers worldwide, House of Today approaches the best design galleries in the world to create exclusive collaborations. "UNI", the sea urchins designed by Nabil Gholam & Guillaume Credoz for House of Today are now exclusively available at FUMI in their gallery in Porto Cervo, Sardinia.
ATHR Gallery
June 30 - September 1, 2015 - Jeddah
House of Today showcased a partial exhibition at Athr Art Gallery in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The work of designers Najla El Zein, Elie Saab, Tamara Barrage, Sam Baron, and David/Nicolas was proudly presented.
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Alter Ego | david/nicolas
Sensorial Brushes | Najla El Zein
Second Skins Vases | Tamara Barrage
Mistinguette | Sam Baron
Showdown Table | Michelle & George Maria
Rabbit Hole | Dina Kamal
Carpenters Workshop Gallery
2015 - London
Carpenters Workshop Gallery in London presented the exclusive edition of Sweep, from Najla El Zein’s Sensorial Brushes series, created for House of Today.
Over the Counter
December 16, 2014 - January 17, 2015 - Beirut
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Hyde | Kamal Aoun
The Vault | Marc Baroud
“De]ant” Bottles | Vrouyr Joubanian
Full Moon Vessels | Valentina Carretta
“I'll show you mine if you show me yours.” | Tala Hajjar
Boule | Carlo Massoud
Grapes | Mary-Lynn Massoud
Vacancy Table | Celine Stephan
Art Factum Gallery
December 11, 2014 - January 31, 2015 - Beirut
House of Waris
2012 - Venice