The College of Arts and Sciences – Design Department at Rafik Hariri University cordially invites you to RHU’s 16th Annual Art & Design Exhibition, 234: Balance. Creativity. Hard Work.
This year’s exhibition celebrates the creativity, dedication, and creative journeys of our design students, bringing together a diverse showcase of their ideas, experiments, and projects across various areas of art and design. From visual communication and branding to digital media, illustration, typography, photography, and more, the exhibition reflects the range of skills and perspectives our students develop throughout their academic journey.
The exhibition will take place from Friday, October 2 to Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., at Downtown Beirut Souks – Gold Souks Area. We invite you to join us for the official opening on Friday, October 2 at 6:00 p.m. and experience an inspiring evening surrounded by creativity, innovation, and design.
The title 234 represents three essential elements at the heart of the creative process: 2 – Balance, 3 – Creativity, and 4 – Hard Work. Together, they reflect the journey behind every successful creative outcome — finding balance between ideas and execution, embracing creativity and experimentation, and putting in the dedication and hard work needed to bring concepts to life. This year, 234 also represents the three consecutive days during which our exhibition will transform the Gold Souks into a space for creative expression and interaction.
Beyond showcasing student work, the exhibition invites visitors to experience design in an engaging and interactive way. Guests will have the opportunity to explore interactive big-screen experiences, free caricature drawings by our talented students, and other creative activities, making the exhibition a space where design can be seen, explored, and experienced.
We are especially pleased to welcome our industry partners, collaborators, and friends of RHU, whose continued support and connection with our students play an important role in bridging education with the professional creative world. Your presence would be a meaningful part of this celebration and an opportunity to discover the talent and potential of RHU’s emerging designers.
We look forward to welcoming you to this year's Art and Design exhibition to celebrate our students' creativity, passion, and achievements.
See you at 234!