We (Hedayat and the team at Eklego Design) took over this house which was a single levelled shell overlooking the Pyramids of Giza and worked closely with the contractor to complete the 15000 square foot house. The house was a celebration of the client's passion for Egyptian art, ornaments and history. We successfully reinterpreted their passion into a contemporary showcase which is practical and functional in every corner.

The clients were keen to take with them many of the furniture pieces and artefacts which will remind them of their first home for the first seventeen years of their lives.

The client also wanted a zone for a formal reception, as her husband is a successful entrepreneur who needs to entertain frequently. 

The house was zoned into private and public spaces and within the private spaces we created more zoning to accommodate the various personalities of the household.  The one element that united all spaces is the fact that they presented a display for the couples’ extensive art collection. 

Images by Faouzi Massraly

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MAADI DUPLEX | RESIDENTIAL
Eklego design
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A complete interior refurbishing and remodelling of this home. This ground floor duplex in the leafy Maadi suburb of Cairo was designed to maximise the functionality of the compact space and reflect the owner’s passion for classic furniture and unique flea-market finds. Classic mouldings and cornices are mixed with sleek hardwood floors and a modern glass banister to create an elegant neoclassical home that is light, airy and warm. Powder blue walls in the formal reception are offset by egg-shell mouldings and classic furniture pieces upholstered in a mix of modern patterns and leather. A floor-to-ceiling antiqued mirror creates a dramatic feature in the dining area, while the cosy informal living area features a vibrant mix of wallpaper and artwork. Continue reading