From Marc Jacobs Heaven shows to Boiler Room raves, architect Safwat Riad designs clubs that are the backdrop to some of the most iconic events of the past few years.

For the latest HYPEBEAST Visits, Safwat invites us to his studio in Queens and two of the most beautiful venues he’s designed as he discusses his approach to architecture, music, and his Egyptian heritage.

00:00 – Intro
00:53 – Studio Tour
01:35 – Latest Studio Work
02:34 – Influence of Music
02:58 – Paragon Visit
03:25 – Outro

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