Biography

a  andre nehme architect

Master’s Degree in Architecture – Lebanese University, Graduate School of Fine Arts

A seasoned architect with extensive experience across prestigious, award-winning practices, including Nabil Gholam Architects

I bring a comprehensive understanding of architecture that spans traditional Lebanese design to cutting-edge, contemporary solutions.

As Partner and Head of Architecture at ICMG, I lead the creative and strategic direction of the firm, managing concept and design development for high-end and complex projects throughout Lebanon, Africa, the Arab world, and most recently, France and Cyprus.

With a design philosophy rooted in cultural authenticity and shaped by a forward-thinking mindset, I specialize in delivering refined, functional architecture tailored to a wide range of budgets, balancing elegance, innovation, and contextual relevance.

Areas of Expertise

  • Concept Design, Planning & Presentation

  • Design Team Leadership – Managing multidisciplinary teams during the conceptual design phase

  • Lebanese Architectural Heritage – Special focus on the restoration of traditional Lebanese architecture

  • 3D Visualization – Advanced skills in modeling, rendering, visual editing and animation.

  • Architectural Photography – Professional approach to capturing the form, beauty, and complexity of built environments

Qualifications & Recognitions

  • Registered Member – Order of Engineers and Architects of Beirut (since 1999)

  • Competition Winner – 2004 Urban Design Competition, Dar El Arkan, KSA

  • Instructor – 3D Hand and Digital Drawing, AutoCAD, and Google SketchUp at AUB Lebanon (Continuing Education Center)

  • Project Experience – Extensive involvement in large-scale urban planning and complex master planning projects (e.g., Dar El Arkan – KSA, Gravitas – Nigeria)

  • Sustainable Design Knowledge – Committed to contemporary, environmentally responsible design practices

  • Comprehensive Understanding – Deep knowledge of design workflows and multidisciplinary project coordination

Photography & Visual Communication

Holding a Postgraduate Diploma in Photography from the British Academy of Photography (UK), I strive to capture architecture beyond its physical form revealing the narrative, atmosphere, and intricate beauty of each project. My approach combines technical precision with a creative lens, delivering visuals that resonate with architectural intent.