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Award-winning architectural studio. Paris, Beirut, and Kuwait.
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𝗠𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼

𝗠𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻; 𝗮𝘂𝗴𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲𝘀.
At the Kuwait Blind Association Sports Complex, every space was conceived for touch, sound, and scent — from the rhythmic bounce of a goalball to the fragrances of the healing garden. Architecture was meant to be an ally, translating the invisible into experience.

We carried out the design pro bono to safeguard the Association’s land ownership. Yet the way it was eventually realized makes one wonder — was it truly a victory, if what stands today disregards standards, ignores concepts, and fails the very uses it was meant to serve?

#Architecture #CriticalPractice #PAD10 #DesignMatters #Kuwait

Site Integration Strategically anchored along the

Site Integration
Strategically anchored along the western edge of the site, adjacent to the main access road. The building nestles into the natural terrain, cascading gently eastward with the land’s slope. Its elongated form is articulated as two parallel ribbons, choreographed along the irregular polygonal boundaries of the plot. Rather than impose a rigid geometry, the building embraces the site's jagged perimeter, allowing the architecture to adapt and breathe with its topography.

Living with a View Every resident is granted a “

Living with a View
Every resident is granted a “room with a view.” The private bedrooms are arrayed along the outer edges of the building in a rhythmic sequence, maximizing exposure to natural light and outward vistas. They are distributed over two levels: an upper floor floating above the landscape and a lower level gently embedded within it. Both levels are oriented to open unobstructed views of the surrounding hills and mountains, framing moments of sky, slope, and seasonal change. This continuous visual dialogue with nature affirms a sense of place, dignity, and daily renewal for each resident.

Elderly Home A continuum, not an end! Our architec

Elderly Home
A continuum, not an end! Our architectural vision for the elderly home is rooted in a simple yet profound idea: aging is not a rupture from life: it is a deepening of it. This home is not a final destination, but a vibrant part of the community, seamlessly woven into its social and spatial fabric. We aspire to dissolve the traditional isolation of elder care by fostering continuity between past and present, individual and collective, architecture and landscape, building and community.

The original design twist? A drive-in cinema scree

The original design twist? A drive-in cinema screen!
The vertical fins that shield the building from Kuwait’s intense sun by day... transform into a projector screen by night, perfect for films and events in the forecourt.
Architecture meets experience. #SultanCenter #KuwaitDesign #PAD10 #DriveInVibes

Every façade and interior element of Kazma Club i

Every façade and interior element of Kazma Club is adapted to Kuwait’s harsh environmental conditions. The external fins, interior glazing, and refrigerated units are thoughtfully engineered to combat heat and humidity—pairing aesthetics with utility.

photo credit @mashkanani

This Sultan Center branch is more than a supermark

This Sultan Center branch is more than a supermarket—it’s an architectural statement in retail design. With its striking façade, multi-use infrastructure, climate-adaptive engineering, and luxurious interior details, it exemplifies how form and function can align in one high-performing, community-centric hub.
Photo @mashkanani

The originally sloped site has been split to two p

The originally sloped site has been split to two plateaus; the upper opening to the kids’ bedrooms and the lower to the living areas. The lower plateau is elevated from the road to maintain privacy and enjoy an uninterrupted scenery of the mountains chain beyond. The living quarters are tucked in the stone masonry construction that fences and terraces the site, with three cantilevered structures housing the sleeping quarters above. #3FabChalets #Laqlouq #EcoRetreat #SustainableArchitecture #OffGridLiving #MinimalDesign #LebanonNature

“3-fab chalets” are located in Laqlouq, Lebano

“3-fab chalets” are located in Laqlouq, Lebanon. At an elevation of 1,780m, the site is close by a skiing resort and along a hiking trail; the small-scale chalets are an outpost to nature. With their E-W orientation, the asymmetry of the pitched roof, a regulatory requirement, maximizes the slope and area for the southern side to host the solar panels atop. The project services make use of the abundance of sun and rain to sustain operating with minimal carbon footprint. #3FabChalets #Laqlouq #EcoRetreat #SustainableArchitecture #OffGridLiving #MinimalDesign #LebanonNature

"3-fab chalets” are located in Laqlouq, Lebanon.

"3-fab chalets” are located in Laqlouq, Lebanon. At an elevation of 1,780m, the site is close by a skiing resort and along a hiking trail; the small-scale chalets are an outpost to nature. With their E-W orientation, the asymmetry of the pitched roof, a regulatory requirement, maximizes the slope and area for the southern side to host the solar panels atop. The project services make use of the abundance of sun and rain to sustain operating with minimal carbon footprint. #3FabChalets #Laqlouq #EcoRetreat #SustainableArchitecture #OffGridLiving #MinimalDesign #LebanonNature

Peek in! From a Sol LeWitt figure ground emanates

Peek in!

From a Sol LeWitt figure ground emanates a private residence. The monochromatic abstract art shades the internal courtyards, stepping up at multi-levels, with multiple permutations throughout the day. The street facade detaches from the building’s, with an urban high window and a wedged entry opening, to preserve the intimacy of the courtyard in-between.

We are thrilled to having designed this project and are currently doing supervision. Design is one thing, yet ensuring its achievement of full potential, with the Architect on board during construction, is another!
#architect #architecture #art #construction #design #shadow #geometry #sunstudy #kuwait #monochromatic #nature #diagram #mena

#pad #pad10 #pad7 #padx

Peek in! From a Sol LeWitt figure ground emanates

Peek in!

From a Sol LeWitt figure ground emanates a private residence. The monochromatic abstract art shades the internal courtyards, stepping up at multi-levels, with multiple permutations throughout the day. The street facade detaches from the building’s, with an urban high window and a wedged entry opening, to preserve the intimacy of the courtyard in-between.

We are thrilled to having designed this project and are currently doing supervision. Design is one thing, yet ensuring its achievement of full potential, with the Architect on board during construction, is another!
#architect #architecture #art #construction #design #shadow #geometry #sunstudy #kuwait #monochromatic #nature #diagram #mena

#pad #pad10 #pad7 #padx

Peek in! From a Sol LeWitt figure ground emanates

Peek in!

From a Sol LeWitt figure ground emanates a private residence. The monochromatic abstract art shades the internal courtyards, stepping up at multi-levels, with multiple permutations throughout the day. The street facade detaches from the building’s, with an urban high window and a wedged entry opening, to preserve the intimacy of the courtyard in-between.

We are thrilled to having designed this project and are currently doing supervision. Design is one thing, yet ensuring its achievement of full potential, with the Architect on board during construction, is another!
#architect #architecture #art #construction #design #shadow #geometry #sunstudy #kuwait #monochromatic #nature #diagram #mena

#pad #pad10 #pad7 #padx

Sketching Between Worlds Somewhere above a sea of

Sketching Between Worlds
Somewhere above a sea of lights, from no land to no land—this sketch was born in air, of air. A building without ground, suspended in thought, floating like a possibility.
Architecture not rooted but imagined, a fiction drawn in flight.
When the world below blurs into abstraction, perhaps it's the perfect moment to invent one of your own.

#AirborneArchitecture #SketchInFlight #DreamscapeDesign #PAD10 #ArchitectureBetweenWorlds

A Jeddah hotel's envelope with a sculpted prismati

A Jeddah hotel's envelope with a sculpted prismatic façade where each room is uniquely framed to its own view. By modulating the geometry to the scale and orientation of every unit, guests are immersed in a tailored visual experience—whether toward sea, sky, or skyline. Inside, the view is not just seen, but celebrated—each opening bordered with built-in seating or shelving, turning every frame into a livable niche.

Architecture that adapts to what matters most: your perspective.

#ksa #HotelDesign #ArchitecturalInnovation #PrismaticFacade #FramedViews #SiteSpecificDesign #CustomGeometry #ParametricDesign #RoomWithAView #ContemporaryArchitecture #DesignHotel #ArchitectureLovers #SustainableDesign #SpatialExperience #PAD10Architects #DesignedForView

PAD10 Architects' finalist design interlaces KFAS'

PAD10 Architects' finalist design interlaces KFAS's new HQ and Convention Center along Kuwait’s coast, forming a "Science Mile" linking the Scientific Center, promenade, and a new pedestrian bridge into a shaded public plaza.

The HQ rises gradually from 3 to 8 floors, blending with its green surroundings and offering sea views without overshadowing neighbor @pearlmarzook. A vaulted liwan welcomes visitors into distinct wings, including a rooftop garden.

@kfasinfo #Architecture #PAD10 #KFAS #Kuwait #DesignCompetition #UIA #SustainableDesign #ScienceMile #Finalist #PublicSpace

From the intimate entry at street level to the exp

From the intimate entry at street level to the expansive rooftop lounge, this home offers a continuous journey through space—culminating in sweeping views of Kuwait City, where architecture and landscape converge #UrbanLiving #ModernHome #Kuwaitarchitecture

From Kuwait to Beirut to Paris, PAD10, PAD7, and P

From Kuwait to Beirut to Paris, PAD10, PAD7, and PADx are shaping a seamless cross-border architectural synergy.
Each office stands as both a production base and a welcoming outpost—ready to host a client from one city in another, bridging ideas and execution across borders. Any client dealing with ine office is welcome in another to feel home away from home.

Our team structure allows talents and staff to move between offices, fostering rich collaboration. We also welcome interns eager to engage in this dynamic, multi-city setup and contribute to a growing network of shared architectural values.

Join us—where architecture travels, connects, and evolves.

A Sculpted Sanctuary with a City View: Nestled wit

A Sculpted Sanctuary with a City View:
Nestled within a prominent corner site, this residence elegantly unfolds in a fluid architectural gesture, seamlessly integrating with its surroundings. The design navigates the site’s contours with a dynamic, ascending form—anchored at key points to house essential internal programs while opening outward to capture layered perspectives.

From the grounded intimacy of the street-level entry to the elevated openness of the rooftop lounge, the house orchestrates a continuous spatial experience, culminating in a panoramic view of Kuwait City’s skyline. This deliberate interplay between enclosure and openness defines a home that is both rooted and far-reaching—where architecture and landscape merge in one sweeping motion.

#ModernVilla #LuxuryVilla #ContemporaryArchitecture #ArchitecturalDesign #VillaArchitecture #LuxuryLiving #DreamHome #DesignExcellence #KuwaitVilla #KuwaitArchitecture #KuwaitLuxuryHomes #ModernKuwait #GulfArchitecture #ArabianLuxury #MinimalLuxury #BespokeArchitecture #DesertModernism #IndoorOutdoorLiving #ArchitecturalInspiration #CustomVillaDesign

From the gardens at street level to the expansive

From the gardens at street level to the expansive rooftop lounge, this home offers a continuous journey through space—culminating in sweeping views of Kuwait City, where architecture and landscape converge #UrbanLiving #ModernHome #Kuwaitarchitecture

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