We Design Beirut: Design, Trust & Swiss-Lebanon Ties

H.E. Swiss Ambassador Marion Weichelt joins this special We Design Beirut to Burj El Murr. As main partners, the Swiss Development Cooperation champions cultural exchange. On the road she reflects on design power to rebuild trust, connect generations & ...

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WDB Carpool — Episode Four

We Design Beirut
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Oct 7
2025
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Her Excellency, Swiss Ambassador Marion Weichelt, joins us on this special We Design Beirut Carpool, heading to Burj El Murr.

As main partners of We Design Beirut, the Swiss Development Cooperation continues to champion cultural exchange and creative dialogue. On the road, Ambassador Weichelt shares her reflections on the power of design to rebuild trust, connect generations, and foster collaboration between Lebanon and Switzerland, values deeply rooted in sustainability, education, and community.

This first part sets the tone for what awaits inside Burj El Murr with the support of Solidere, where the conversation continues with the youth behind the Design ‘In’ Conflict exhibition. Stay tuned for Part two

We Design Beirut Edition two is in proud partnership with Swiss Development Cooperation

Our Patrons:
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Claudia Skaff
Diana Ghandour
Lilia Sabbagh
Mahmoud Dandashly
Mireille Hayek
Philippe & Zaza Jabre
Ramy Boutros

Our Main Sponsors:
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Mena Casa
Unilux Group
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"We Design Beirut running from October 22 to 26, is a premier fair for products, interiors, & furniture, showcasing the best of Lebanon’s creative talent. Set within architecturally significant landmarks, it seeks to revive the nation’s rich architectural , cultural & design heritage through curated exhibitions, installations, open studios, panels, & workshops"
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