I'm Stephanie Estephan, an architect, entrepreneur, and dancer who lives in Lebanon. I blend spatial design with body movement to create environments that feel alive, with energy and rhythm guiding both form and experience. I value simplicity, functionality, and elegance in my work, and I explore color and materials to evoke meaning. I thrive on meaningful collaborations with clients, engineers, and contractors to deliver spaces that support human experiences.

Stephanie Estephan

I'm Stephanie Estephan, an architect, entrepreneur, and dancer who lives in Lebanon. I blend spatial design with body movement to create environments that feel alive, with energy and rhythm guiding both form and experience. I value simplicity, functionality, and elegance in my work, and I explore color and materials to evoke meaning. I thrive on meaningful collaborations with clients, engineers, and contractors to deliver spaces that support human experiences.

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I’m Stephanie Estephan, an architect, entrepreneur, and dancer who lives in Lebanon. I blend spatial design with body movement to create environments that feel alive, with energy and rhythm guiding both form and experience.

I value simplicity, functionality, and elegance in my work, and I explore color and materials to evoke meaning. I thrive on meaningful collaborations with clients, engineers, and contractors to deliver spaces that support human experiences.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Architect at Self-employed
January 1, 2018 - Present
Independent architectural designer delivering concept, schematic, and permit drawings for residential and commercial projects; coordinating with clients and consultants to realize design goals from concept through documentation.
Founder at PopLulu
March 1, 2024 - Present
Co-founded a design/creative venture blending architectural practice with movement-oriented concepts to create experiential spaces.
Project Coordinator at HITECH-ITB Benin
July 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Coordinated cross-border IT projects, overseeing timelines, resources, and stakeholder communications while aligning project goals with client needs.
Production Coordinator at Hammana Artist House (HAH)
September 1, 2019 - July 1, 2021
Managed production workflows for artist residencies and events, coordinating with clients, contractors, and artists to ensure timely delivery.
Architect – Assistant Senior at Robert Husseini Architects (RHA)
January 1, 2015 - December 1, 2017
Contributed to architectural design and project development, supported documentation, and coordinated with engineers and contractors.
Head of Development & Client Service Dept. at Ghosn Architects & Developers
March 1, 2013 - September 1, 2014
Led development and client service operations, improving project workflows and client communication across multiple projects.
Junior Architect at Fouad Samara Architect (FSA)
October 1, 2011 - February 1, 2013
Worked on project documentation and design development under senior architects, contributing to construction drawings and client coordination.

Education

Master Degree in Architecture at Lebanese University Faculty of Fine Arts II Furn El-Chebak, Beirut
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011
Baccalaureate II General Science at Saint Joseph School Kornet Chahwan, Metn
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Education