Under the patronage of economy minister, Raed Khoury, the first edition of the Beirut Design Fair opened on Wednesday at BIEL with the participation of 44 exhibitors representing the work of 100 designers from Lebanon and the world. The purpose of the fair is to showcase the best galleries and renowned designers alongside rising talents and promising artists. The event drew attention to young stars from today’s emerging creative generation through a SPOT ON showcasing their products in a joint pavilion. Workshops, seminars and round tables were also held on the sideline of the BDF. The latter, to be note, is organized in conjunction with the Beirut Art Fair for contemporary art aimed at promoting culture in Lebanon and the MENA region. (Al Hayat, September 22, 2017)