"Blurring the lines between an industrial design piece and a sculptural masterpiece"

Charles Kalpakian was born in Beirut, Lebanon in 1982.
French-Lebanese Charles Kalpakian chiseled geometric lines are the signature of his innovative approach, fusing his Oriental roots and his knowledge of design and the decorative arts. These influences take shape through the reinterpretation of classical patterns, historical forms and archetypal motifs, filtered by a resolute contemporary culture.
Charles Kalpakian has a rare gift for subtly incorporating personal biography into his art, deliberately focusing on certain geographical features and transforming them into powerful decorative tools. His work is distinguished by the mix of traditional French techniques (particularly marquetry) and by his use of a native Oriental identity, as well as a fresh take on the tradition of metalworking. His work moves between art and design, infusing this piece with his singular vision of a landscape reimagined through a sculptural lens. His aesthetic, shaped by his Franco-Lebanese roots and a deep affinity for architecture, gives rise to a rug that is both minimalist and expressive — where each form engages in quiet dialogue with the surrounding space.

Charles is working with Private clients, Hotels, Curators, NGO, Galleries and Brands.