BEIRUT WATERFRONT IS THE PLACE TO BE FOR BEIRUT’S VIBRANT NIGHTLIFE.

Rabih Geha Architects are revolutionizing Beirut’s nightlife with the opening of a new nightclub called ahm on the city’s rapidly developing waterfront… copy: architectural company rabih geha (rg/a) is continuing its transformation of the nightlife in beirut, lebanon, with the debut of ahm, a ground-breaking dance pantheon situated in beirut, lebanon. The new nightclub is located on 1,200 square meters of reclaimed ground and includes a temple-like open top architecture that intends to spark the imagination of club-goers in the city. It is centered on the developing waterfront neighborhood. The space is dominated by mast-like structures that reflect the formation of a ship on the water and makes reference to the seafaring ancestors of Lebanon who would embark on journeys that took them to the “ends of the earth.” This design takes its cues from the surrounding mediterranean sea, which serves as a source of inspiration for the architect. There is always going to be a circular focus point there, and it will either imitate the classic rising sun or a full moon, and it will direct people’s attention to the metropolis that is immediately outside. The vertical components interact with light in interesting ways and provide the impression of openness and wayfinding at the same time. Other components of the club’s interior design are able to change in response to the rotating schedule of themed evenings. This gives explorers the opportunity to experience a new journey on each of their visits and inspires them to come up with their own narratives in their heads. A visit to the American Horror Story Museum enables guests to escape reality and create a story that only they will ever live through. This is what sets it apart from the typical experience of nightlife; it is not about being seen, but rather about the individual’s ability to create their own perception of their surroundings. A circular focal point that imitates an iconic rising sun or a full moon pulls attention to the outside cityscape and is often used by architects who are famed for their ability to build architectural narratives. On a raised platform at the front of the club is where the DJ booth is located. a beautiful tropical setting. The booths are surrounded by plants, which also serve as a compliment to the sitting. The mood may be improved by the use of lighting that has an ambient quality. rg/a is looking at genuine methods of expressing a project’s story in order to bring about an experience that is memorable for a lifetime as part of a long-term plan to transform the existing nightlife setup in Beirut. From the time it was conceived until it was finished, this project took three months! Look at the pictures on the website indiaartndesign.com.