BUILD Q2 2019

BUILD Q2 2019 90 Jan19400 stablished in 1986 by Iranian-born Cornell-educated sisters - Gisue Hariri & Mojgan Hariri, Hariri & Hariri Architecture D.P.C. is a New York based multi-disci- plinary architecture and design firm. Today, Gisue Hariri & Mojgan Hariri are celebrated as two of the most accomplished women in American architecture and design, as well as being described as one of the most progressive, and out-of-the-box firms currently working in the United States. Their projects range from luxury residential developments and hotels to single-family houses to high-concept, high-tech experiments. For the Hariri’s, design is a holistic, boundary-less enterprise ranging from master planning and architecture to interior design, furniture, lighting, product design, and jewellery. Inspired by the renowned Polymath figures like Omar Khay- am, Leonardo Da Vinci, & Steve Jobs, the Hariri’s are at heart inventers, artist and renaissance women. They have pushed the boundaries of architecture into a multi-disciplinary approach by rejecting specialisation and division between the arts and sciences. Detailing the clients they serve with their holistic approach, Gisue Hariri begins by informing us of the diverse cli- entele that the award-winning firm works with on a regular basis. “Here at Hariri & Hariri Architecture, we work with some of the leading cultural institutions, museums, international corpora- tions, developers, fashion labels, along with high-profile private clients who have been featured in numerous exhibitions and publications worldwide. “Our clients come to us as they are familiar with our work through exhibitions, publications and monographs.” Assisting the innovative sisters in creating such stunning de- signs, is the talented team which forms the backbone of Hariri & Hariri Architecture firm. When discussing the internal culture, Ms. Hariri is keen to highlight the key role their team play in the success of the architecture and design firm. “Our staff are highly skilled and professional in the service they provide. Through training and working closely with both of us, they have learned to think from conceptual phases to the final Unique Brand of Sensual Modernism Hariri & Hariri Architecture D.P.C. is a New York–based multi-disciplinary architecture and design firm. Following their success in BUILD’s Women in Build Awards, we profiled the firm and spoke to one of the dynamic duo, Gisue Hariri who revealed how Hariri & Hariri Architecture creates such striking designs for their clients. E construction phase of each project. Their multi-disciplinary skills and approach certainly helps the overall success of the firm.” Bringing the interview to a close, Gisue Hariri signs off by revealing the exciting plans which lie in the pipeline for the talented sisters and the team at Hariri & Hariri Architecture, especially following their recent success in BUILD’s Women in Build Awards where they were righteously awarded the acco- lade Most Influential in Architecture & Design. “Moving forwards, we are determined to keep removing road- blocks that women face in architecture and fight for equity, equality & respect for all. We are equally determined to get our first ‘Muse- um Project’ and spend time in designing more cultural projects. “For us architecture cannot be defined as one thing, style or philosophy. It is the amalgamation of many things, which at its best helps us to define who we are today and who we might be tomorrow. It’s the means of comprehending and encountering the metaphysical realm, where beauty, sensuality, functionality, technology and philosophy connect the body and mind. Great ar- chitecture is one that challenges our perception of life and living, helping us to find an alternative mode of seeing and acting upon the precious landscape. It is a commitment that will carry you to places you have never dreamed of and know could exist before you began your journey. It is where you find your inner voice. “For the past thirty years, it has been our firm belief that design is fundamental to improving quality of life, and with an integrat- ed, unified approach it can become a total work of art.” Contact: Gisue Hariri Company: Hariri & Hariri Architecture D.P.C. Address: 520 W 27 Street, Suite 702, New York, 10001, USA Telephone: 212-727-0338 Website: www.haririandhariri.com 520 WEST 27TH STREET SUITE 702 NEW YORK NY 10001 TEL(212)727-0338 FAX(212)727-0479 WWW.HARIRIANDHARIRI.COM