Design picks for the discerning, courtesy of Beirut interior architect Gregory Gatserelia
Gregory's Wish List
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Interior architect Gregory Gatserelia of Gatserelia Design
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Gregory Gatserelia's home office in Beirut
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Private residence designed by Gregory Gatserelia
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Private residence designed by Gregory Gatserelia
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If you’re curious about what luxury looks like today, check out the work of Beirut-based interior architect Gregory Gatserelia. His eponymous firm tackles major commercial and residential projects across the Middle East, Africa, and beyond for clients like Nikki Beach Resort & Spa in Dubai. The look is always dramatic—sculptural, dynamic, bold—but never overly glitzy or precious. The walls and floors dazzle with rich finishes, but the appointments tend toward the classic and collectible: think covetable, historic works from design legends like Wendell Castle, Aldo Chale , Philippe Hiquily, the Lalannes, Alessandro Mendini, Warren Platner, Gio Ponti, and Ettore Sottsass, alongside accents from Brazil and Lebanon.
As this year draws to a close and we reflect on what we’re looking forward to in the next, we asked Gregory to share the designs he has on his own wish list right now. So thoughtful, so confident, Gregory’s picks are as wonderfully discerning as his many interiors around the world. Enjoy!
Mickey Mackintosh Chair by Wendy Maruyama (1981/2012)
“This is the American Studio Craft movement’s most renowned design. The 1980s avant-garde approach of combining an iconic, high-backed classical chair form with the legendary Mickey ears makes this a subtle and unique piece.”
Mickey Mackintosh Chair by Wendy Maruyama (1981/2012)
Photo © R & Company
Culbuto Chairs by Marc Held for Knoll (1967)
“The cult model of the ’70s, edited by Knoll, demonstrates great ingenuity in its design; the shape of its curved core allows rocking and rotating.”
Culbuto Chairs by Marc Held for Knoll (1967)
Photo © Marc Held
Model 2093 Sconces by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte (1960s)
“A blend of technical innovation and elegance, this is one of the most beautiful pieces Max Ingrand designed for Fontana Arte, of which he was the artistic director for over 10 years.”
Model 2093 Sconces by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte (1960s)
Photo © Galerie Jacques Lacoste
Sconces by Biancardi & Jordan Arte (1970s)
“For me, in fact, they are more like luminous sculptures than a simple pair of wall sconces.”
Sconces by Biancardi & Jordan Arte (1970s)
Photo © Stanislas Reboul
More to Love
Italian Crystal and Brass Hanging Lamp by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, 1960s
Wall Lamp by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte, 1940s
Model 2093 Sconces by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, 1961, Set of 4
Brass & Glass Wall Light by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, 1950s
Vintage Console Table with Wall Mirror from Fontana Arte
Glass and Brass Wall Sconce from Fontana Arte, 1960s
Model 2080 Wall Sconces by Max Ingrained for Fontana Arte, 1955, Set of 2
Mirror Wall Lights by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte, 1920s, Set of 2
Glass Pendant Light by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, 1970s
Vintage Italian Pendant Lamp from Fontana Arte, 1950s
Culbuto Yellow Armchairs by Marc Held for Knoll Inc. / Knoll International, 1970s, Set of 2
Culbuto Chairs by Marc Held for Knoll, 1970s, Set of 2
Mickey Mackintosh Chair by Wendy Maruyama, 2012
Table Lamp by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, 1952
Brass Light by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte
Luminator Floor Lamp by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte
