Ramy Boutros Architects approached Maryool with a brief that called for a contemporary Lebanese eatery rooted in Levantine culture. The aim was to create a warm and intimate space that honoured homemade recipes while presenting them in a modern setting. The main challenge was the small square floor plan dominated by a large central column. Rather than conceal the column, the studio transformed it into an organic sculptural feature that rises from the floor and continues to the ceiling. This form shapes both the floating bar and the surrounding table, turning a structural limitation into the defining element of the interior.

The studio’s use of lime and concrete with hand-crafted glass inlays allows backlighting to filter through the central feature, giving it a subtle glow. Wood parquet nods to Levantine traditions, while apricot and raspberry tones bring a lively energy to the space. Bespoke furniture and soundproof dotted panels were designed to complement the geometry created by the central installation, ensuring cohesion between form and function.

Ramy Boutros Architects worked with specialist craftsmen to achieve the level of detail required. A GRC expert produced the moulded bar and sculpted the main feature with precision. Artisans created the individual glass inlays by hand, and a marquetry specialist built the custom wooden frames and furniture tailored to the space.