Who We Are

“TRUE VISION LIES IN THE FUSION OF CULTURE, HERITAGE, AND PERSONAL INSPIRATION.”

As a boutique studio that offers architectural lighting design and consultancy services, MK Lighting Studio believes in breaking away from the mundane and embracing the essence of individuality.

Being based in Beirut, our studio encapsulates the city’s historical bridge between East and West and blends the best of both world. offering your creative vision a tailor-made solution.

Mission Vision Values

  • To empower clients to define their lighting narratives , transcending international norms and unveiling the authentic character of their spaces, in the most sustainable ways.

  • A world where every illuminated space is a testament to cultural richness, personal expression, and creative autonomy.

  • 1. Creativity: We champion originality and creativity, believing that every space deserves a bespoke lighting narrative.

    2. Collaboration: We collaborate closely with clients, architects, and designers to bring their unique visions to life.

    3. Cultural Sensitivity: We honor the diverse cultural tapestry by integrating heritage and tradition into our lighting designs.

    4. Sustainability: We are committed to sustainable lighting practices, ensuring our designs are environmentally conscious and energy-efficient.

    5. Empowerment: We empower clients to take ownership of their lighting design, fostering a sense of pride and connection to their spaces.

    6. Innovation: We stay at the forefront of lighting technology and design trends, continuously pushing boundaries to deliver cutting-edge solutions.

The Founder

In the design field since 2008, Manal has had extensive experience as a lead designer on an international level. Going from landscape design and sustainable eco management, to specializing in lighting design at Parsons School of Design in New York City.

She was hired by HLB lighting design to join their firm in Los Angeles California, where she worked during four years, being part of around 25 built projects such as hotels, museums, airports, retails spaces among many other award winning international landmarks.

Following a career that spawned from New York to Dubai, Lagos to Paris, Beirut to Riyadh, and due to her prowess and innovation, she attracted the attention of the colleagues and communities she worked with. This led to her recognition by esteemed industry institution, most notably the Women In Lighting - Best Initiative 2021 for Light For Lebanon, for which she illuminated Beirut’s devastated neighborhood using solar solutions following the port explosion in August 2020.

This venture encouraged Manal to remain in the region where an awakening for lighting was taking place. Creativity flows smoother amidst the turmoil, and it only takes a lightbulb idea to capture the essence of a home.

FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Manal KAHALE