Georges & Samuel

‏Ongoing project: Uncovering the 1950s Collège De La Salle Chapel, built in Cairo by three alumni, Antoine Selim Nahas, Seddik Chihab El Din, and Dimitri Diacomidis, and featuring stained glass panels crafted by master glassmaker Gabriel Loire @ateliersloire . Looking into and beyond its unique architecture to explore Egypt’s history, identity, and sociopolitical shifts during Nasser’s era through architecture, archives, and visual documentation. Fr: ‏Projet en cours : redécouverte de la chapelle du Collège De La Salle des années 1950, construite au Caire par trois anciens élèves—Antoine Selim Nahas, Seddik Chihab El Din et Dimitri Diacomidis—et ornée de vitraux réalisés par le maître verrier Gabriel Loire. En explorant son architecture unique et au-delà, ce projet cherche à étudier l’histoire, l’identité et les transformations sociopolitiques de l’Égypte sous Nasser à travers l’architecture, les archives et la documentation visuelle. مشروع مستمر: استكشاف كنيسة كوليج دي لا سال، التي بُنيت في القاهرة في الخمسينيات من القرن الماضي على يد ثلاثة من الخريجين—أنطوان سليم نحاس، صديق شهاب الدين، وديميتري دياكوميديس—وتتميز بنوافذ زجاجية ملوّنة صمّمها وأبدعها صانع الزجاج الفرنسي الشهير جبريال لوار. يستكشف المشروع تاريخ مصر وهويتها وتحولاتها الاجتماعية والسياسية خلال حقبة عبدالناصر من خلال التأمل في معمارها الفريد والتعمق فيما يتجاوزه، مستعينًا بالعمارة والأرشيف والتوثيق البصري. A project by @georgesmohsen @samuelmohsen @kaldas.daniel

Over 500 architectural drawings were recently discovered within the school, all of which are directly connected to the mid-20th century expansion of the institution and the design of its chapel. These documents, authored by architects Antoine Selim Nahas, Dimitri Diacomids, and Seddik Chihab El Din, span from early conceptual studies to detailed execution drawings. Together, they offer a rare and insightful window into the development of the project. This archive holds particular historical and cultural value, as it documents what is considered to be the last major architectural project that Antoine Selim Nahas undertook in Egypt. As such, these materials represent both a detailed record of the school’s expansion and a critical piece of his architectural legacy in the country. Unlike many of his contemporaries, Antoine Selim Nahas left few traces of his career. According to his son Selim Nahas, both of his main offices in Cairo and Beirut as well as his final residence in Rome were looted, resulting in the loss of his archives and extensive library. A modest and discreet figure, Nahas avoided publicity and left no personal writings, making it difficult to fully reconstruct his legacy. A long-term restoration and documentation effort is now underway, beginning with the study and refinement of the original plans. These will form the basis of new 2D and 3D diagrams designed to make the building more accessible to a broader audience. Every drawing will be carefully digitized using high-resolution scanning to preserve this crucial chapter of Egypt’s architectural history and of Antoine Selim Nahas’s final work in the country for future generations. First photo: during a private tour for architect @waleed.arafa78 , focused on examining archival material. Left to right: Fr. Jean Hérault, Waleed Arafa, Daniel Kaldas, Georges Mohsen. Further opportunities for guided visits for scholars, experts, and the public will be made available soon. Project by @georgesmohsen @samuelmohsen @kaldas.daniel

Archival Processing: A continuous effort of surveying, arranging, and categorizing is shaping and preserving the archive. High-quality scanning and digitization ensure precise documentation, enhancing accessibility for research and long-term preservation. With the generous support of Fr. Georges Absi @fga1209 , we were granted access to work closely with Fr. Jean Hérault, the school archivist. Research and archival work remain active across multiple locations, including the congregation’s archives in Egypt, Rome, and Atelier Loire in Chartres, with ongoing remote collaboration with the archive in Lyon. Since the 19th century, these archives have been meticulously maintained and expanded, preserving a vast collection of meeting notes, class lists, correspondences, journals, magazines, photographs, architectural drawings, and administrative records—a vital record of the institution’s enduring legacy that mirrors Egypt’s history. @georgesmohsen @samuelmohsen @kaldas.daniel

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Today is the day, the Boy King will finally have his new home. Egypt’s century project finally comes to life. Designed by Heneghan Peng Architects, the Grand Egyptian Museum is the result of more than 20 years of vision, design, and dedication, a landmark that redefines how Egypt tells its story to the world. Framing the Pyramids of Giza and opening toward breathtaking desert views, the museum stands as a timeless dialogue between past and present. Among its greatest treasures is the Tutankhamun Collection, 5,398 artifacts displayed together for the first time since their discovery in 1922. From the golden mask to the everyday objects of the Boy King, each piece is presented using advanced lighting, conservation, and display technologies, offering a rare and intimate encounter with ancient Egypt. Beyond Tutankhamun’s treasures, the museum unfolds through twelve permanent galleries, tracing Egypt’s journey from prehistoric times to the Greco-Roman and modern eras, more than 5,000 years of civilization brought together under one monumental roof. Photography by Georges & Samuel Mohsen, The GS Studio The first photograph of King Tutankhamun’s mask was made during a documentary assignment in 2014. @georgesmohsen @samuelmohsen @thegsstudio Assisted by @maguedsoliman For more about the project and our documentation, visit: /the-grand-egyptian-museum/ #GrandEgyptianMuseum #GEM #TheGEM #Tutankhamun #KingTut #HeneghanPeng #Egypt #Design #Architecture #TheGSStudio #المتحف_المصري_الكبير #توت_عنخ_آمون #العمارة #مصر #الجيزة #تصميم

Lighting the Grand Egyptian Museum إضاءة المتحف المصري الكبير This special long-term commission was made possible through Delta Lighting @deltalighting.me , who delivered over 46,000 lighting fixtures across the Grand Egyptian Museum, illuminating every part with precision and artistry. It was the result of countless hours of hard work, days and nights on site, and a relentless effort to bring this vision to light. We were also commissioned by IGuzzin @iguzzini i, the renowned Italian lighting firm, to document the lighting of the Ramses II obelisk, bringing this ancient icon to life through light and precision. As our practice is deeply rooted in our documentary and photojournalism background, this project holds a very special place for us. We witnessed the Grand Egyptian Museum from its earliest construction phases, from raw concrete and scaffolds to the quiet glow of completion. What made it truly extraordinary was experiencing the museum empty, before the world entered. Standing alone beneath the towering presence of Ramses II, surrounded by ancient artifacts resting in silence, revealed a side of the museum few will ever see. Without the crowds, its vastness, light, and history could be felt more intimately, a rare moment where architecture, heritage, and time stood still. A project of this scale demanded years of testing, refinement, and collaboration, a shared vision to honor Egypt’s history through design and innovation. Photography Georges & Samuel Mohsen - The GS Studio @georgesmohsen @samuelmohsen @thegsstudio Assisted by @maguedsoliman @kaldas.daniel #GrandEgyptianMuseum #GEM #TheGEM #LightingDesign #DeltaLighting #IGuzzini #RamsesII #Egypt #Architecture #Design #TheGSStudio #المتحف_المصري_الكبير #العمارة #رمسيس_الثاني #الإنارة #تصميم #مصر #الجيزة

The Grand Egyptian Museum المتحف المصري الكبير On November 1st, the world and Egypt await the long-anticipated grand opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum near the Giza Pyramids. Announced in 2002, this monumental project embodies Egypt’s vision to reclaim and celebrate its heritage on its own soil. From 1,557 international submissions, Dublin-based Heneghan Peng Architects won the competition with a design that embeds the museum into the slope between the Nile Valley and the desert, framing the pyramids through aligned axes. Inside, the colossal Ramses II, over 11 meters tall and weighing 83 tons, welcomes visitors beneath the translucent roof of the Grand Hall. From there, the Grand Staircase rises like a ceremonial procession, guiding visitors toward breathtaking views of the pyramids. Since 2018, commissioned by Delta Lighting @deltalighting.me , we have had the honor of witnessing this transformation from within, a journey shaped by years of lighting tests, design refinements, and the collective dedication of those who built it. Read more about the project on our website — link in bio. Photography by Georges & Samuel Mohsen @thegsstudio @georgesmohsen @samuelmohsen Assisted by @maguedsoliman #GrandEgyptianMuseum #GEM #TheGEM #Architecture #Egypt #Giza #RamsesII #HeneghanPeng #CulturalHeritage #Design #TheGSStudio #المتحف_المصري_الكبير #الجيزة #رمسيس_الثاني #العمارة #التراث_المصري #مصر #

Today, the Grand Egyptian Museum closes its doors in preparation for its long-awaited opening. After two decades of hard work, setbacks, and perseverance, what began as a dream has risen beside the pyramids as a symbol of national pride. Through financial challenges and years of meticulous labor, Egypt’s vision to create the world’s largest archaeological museum endured , driven by the same spirit that built its ancient wonders. Since 2018, through a special commission that opened a long-term collaboration, we were honored to have closely witnessed this transformation from within. Years of lighting tests, design refinements, and tireless problem-solving defined a project of this scale. Every visit revealed not only technical progress, but also the collective determination of those who built it, architects, engineers, craftsmen, and workers united by a shared belief in Egypt’s cultural legacy. Photography by Georges & Samuel Mohsen @thegsstudio @georgesmohsen @samuelmohsen

As Egypt prepares for the long-awaited opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum, we spent time with its “older brother” in Tahrir Square: the Egyptian Museum. Opened in 1902 and designed by French architect Marcel Dourgnon, this neoclassical landmark has been the first great home of Egypt’s ancient treasures for more than a century. From the Narmer Palette and the colossal statues of Amenhotep III to the once-complete collection of Tutankhamun, its halls shaped how generations first encountered the wonders of ancient Egypt. But beyond its masterpieces, the museum itself has become a living artifact: its faded labels, century-old vitrines, and even the storage crates in its corridors telling a parallel story of Egyptology and how Egypt’s past was framed for the modern world. Read our full story on documenting the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir, and how it continues to hold its place as a vital chapter in Egypt’s cultural journey : now on our website. Photography by Georges & Samuel Mohsen @thegsstudio @georgesmohsen @samuelmohsen

In Print: A feature by Cosmo Brockway Photographed by Georges & Samuel Mohsen Published in the March 2025 issue of The World of Interiors Also featured in the issue’s Contributors page. @georgesmohsen @samuelmohsen Portrait by @rogeranis @rougeportraits “Living in Egypt is an exercise in letting go,” George reflects. “You have to surrender to something bigger than yourself. The electricity goes off, light a candle. It works best when you go with the energy and flow of the place. This was very much my intention when decorating the flat, which is just as well because every time I got ahead of myself, Egypt intervened.” Anyone who has ever lived in a far-off country will understand the sheddings and inner changes that can entail. While the interior is undeniably tailored and pristine, here, without doubt, is a place formed by a Westerner undone and made into a crucible of sorts, all Occidental primness axed. “The flat is not about good taste or valuable objects but a mirror-glance into my experience here, my love of the place.” He finishes as I head into the elevator, like a marksman landing his shot. “This is a country of generosity of spirit, humour, eccentricity and beauty. I have been folded up in the warmth. This is the feeling I have tried to reciprocate here.” Another firefly has landed in the tree. A pleasure working with Cosmo, @ivanshaw , and the editorial team at The World of Interiors. Assisted by @maguedsoliman @worldofinteriors @cosmobrockway @georges.mohsen @samuel.mohsen #gsstudio #worldofinteriors #printfeature #interiorphotography #cairolandmarks #immobiliabuilding

The dining room is filled with his collection of Mid-century Modern furniture and a treasured Japanese screen found, surprisingly, in Cairo. ‘The dramatic star-burst lantern is always a great icebreaker,’ he says, while a voluptuous trio of Nubian date-palm baskets dance above a painting by the Russian artist George Khomich. @khomichge The locally bought early 20th-century avian prints ‘are stamped [says George] with the royal Egyptian seal and are birds native to Egypt’. The rug on this guest-room floor is Guatemalan. Displaying a flair for layers, George has placed a Chinese screen in front of a Moroccan tent textile behind the guest beds. The chair’s cushion is vintage Russian roller fabric. ‘The hall is my homage to shock value and playing with taste,’ says George. The vestibule next to the entrance is a very deep and narrow space with ceilings almost five metres high, so placing furniture here presented quite the aesthetic challenge. The Kente cloths are antique and sourced from Duncan Clarke in London, whereas the marigold-coloured fabric is hand-loomed Egyptian silk. According to the owner, ‘the collection of walking sticks belonged to an elderly Egyptian gentleman’, and one of them is 1930s Gucci. Feature by @cosmobrockway , published in the March 2025 issue of The World of Interiors. Photographed by Georges & Samuel Mohsen @georgesmohsen @samuelmohsen Assisted by @maguedsoliman Pleasure collaborating with Cosmo, @ivanshaw , and the editing team at @theworldofinteriors . @worldofinteriors @cosmobrockway @georges.mohsen @samuel.mohsen @immobilia.cairo

´In an area that’s long attracted the cream of Cairo, photographic agent George Lang is sitting pretty in the Immobilia Building, the capital’s first high-rise and a landmark familiar to all citizens. Filling his lofty flat with antiques bought locally has been a culturally enriching adventure for the Australian émigré. The urbane result is not about good taste, he tells Cosmo Brockway, ‘but a mirror-glance into my experience here, my love of the place’ A look inside George Lang’s apartment in Cairo’s Immobilia Building. Beautiful piece by @cosmobrockway , published in the March 2025 issue of The World of Interiors. @theworldofinteriors “In the main sitting room, a cluster of Asafo Fante flags from Ghana hangs above a 1920s Art Deco drinks cabinet found in the Dokki neighbourhood. A flea-market painting, discovered in New York for $150, makes another colourful contribution alongside the partition’s pocket doors. In the smaller salon, a mid-20th-century acrylic coffee table in the style of David Lange allows the striking parquet floor to sing. ‘I found the arabesque love seat in a downtown antique store,’ says George, ‘and had it re-covered in velvet I brought from Italy.’ The extra-deep and -long sofa was custom-made in Cairo and covered in hand-loomed linen and silk.” Great collaborating with Cosmo Brockway and @ivanshaw Written by Cosmo Brockway Photographed by Georges & Samuel Mohsen @georgesmohsen @samuelmohsen Assisted by @maguedsoliman @immobilia.cairo ‏ #worldofinteriors #editorialphotography #cairoarchitecture #immobiliabuilding