""We were constantly testing ideas on site, tailoring these decisions economically while exploring what local craft could offer." - Charles Kettaneh and Nicolas Fayad, architects and founders of EAST Architecture Studio."
"The construction process played a central role in defining the project, allowing construction itself to guide its spatial logic."
"Built during a period marked by economic collapse, material shortages, and ongoing disruption in Lebanon, the house developed through continuous adaptation."
"Sociopolitical conditions became not only a challenge but a catalyst for rethinking design, emphasizing the need for flexibility in architectural practices."
Capsule Retreat, designed by EAST Architecture Studio in Zabbougha, Lebanon, is shaped by its construction process amid economic collapse and material shortages. The architects coordinated craftsmen directly on-site, allowing for continuous adaptation and testing of ideas. This hands-on approach led to a design that responds to evolving conditions and local craftsmanship. Sociopolitical challenges became a catalyst for innovative design solutions, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and resourcefulness in architecture.
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