Nour El Refai

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Architectural Photographer in Middle East & Africa Nour El Refai (b. 1983 - Cairo, Egypt).

A self-taught photographer, Nour obtained a degree in Architecture at Cairo University and has been working as an Architectural photographer since 2005. He has covered documentary stories and assignments in Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, India, and Turkey. His work has been published in the Financial Times, The Huffington Post and many more. He taught architecture photography at various Egyptian universities and continues to teach workshops in his Studio. Nour received his first film camera as a gift when he was 12 years old and took his first photo on a fishing trip in the Red Sea with his father.

Photos from Nour El Refai's post 14/08/2026

Bali, you’ve been a dream. 🌊

Photos from Nour El Refai's post 09/08/2026

Silversands Beach House
A boutique resort developed by Ora Caribbean ORA Developers on Portici Beach in Grenada. Designed by architect Khaled Morgan Khaled Morgan , the property is nestled behind a protective cliff face to integrate with the area’s natural topography.
The resort comprises of 30 standalone units, distributed between beachfront and hillside elevations.
A defining signature of the project is the custom tensile canopy structure topping each accommodation, engineered to provide weather protection while visually mirroring the coastal environment. The central facilities include an elevated 42-foot infinity-edge pool, a restaurant, and lounge spaces.
It was an unforgettable experience shooting in Grenada, what a beautiful Island. Worth the long trips and the jet lags.
Commissioned by ORA Developers Silversands Collection Grenada
Photography Nour El Refai
Productions DP Productions
Thanks to salmaelbashary for all the support
Architecture

Photos from Nour El Refai's post 04/08/2026

More from Villa Veil by AZAZ ARCHITECTS showing the unique basement.
A standout feature is the transparent-bottomed pool, its base formed from two large acrylic panels manufactured in Italy and engineered to appear as though it floats above the basement space below. The skylight provides alot of daylight to the dining area in the morning and unique mood of moving reflection by night.

Meant for entertainment and hosting guests, the basement living room features LunaWood louvres, a Martin Villalonga painting, Bearbrick collectables, blue CTS Salotti sofas, a mustard CB2 sofa and a bespoke coffee table handcrafted by Moroccan artisans.

Photos from Nour El Refai's post 01/08/2026

Villa Veil by AZAZ ARCHITECTS
The formal entrance and foyer area showcase an art collection, including sculptures by Mona Heikal and Lars Zech, while Malabar chairs brighten up the space.


Looking down towards the outdoor swimming pool showing the skylight allowing daylight to the basement.

Exteriors of Villa Veil

Villa Veil by AZAZ ARCHITECTS

Villa Veil by AZAZ ARCHITECTS

The home office studio is accentuated with a rug designed by Alazzaz and crafted by Indian artisans, a Kelly Wearstler wallpaper, a Studio Luddite pendant light, a table and stool from RH and a Dinh Hanh painting.

The formal dining room is centred around the Shahad table paired with Shake Design chairs

John Pomp Studios chandeliers illuminate the formal living room, which includes a Samyam console, an RH table lamp, an Arketipo sofa, a Minotti rug and a bench, coffee table and chairs by Shake Design. A de Gournay wallpaper, a Đinh Ngoc Canh painting and Foglie d’Oro wall panels anchor the space.

Fantini Rubinetti water taps complement the formal powder room vanity.

The exteriors at twilight

Photos from Nour El Refai's post 26/07/2026

eba Interiors eba Riyadh eba • kitchens . living . furniture - Riyadh, KSA

Photos from Nour El Refai's post 12/07/2026

Villa 4Twelve, designed by MENNA HAGRASS | Boutique Design House with one intention in mind: to keep you connected to the outdoors at every moment.
Warm natural materials, rich textures, and seamless transitions between spaces blur the boundaries between inside and out, creating an atmosphere of tranquility and timeless luxury.
Photography Nour El Refai
Photo Assistant Amr S. Alshafiey

Photos from Nour El Refai's post 11/07/2026

A space where craftsmanship, innovation and design come together to inspire new possibilities.
The showroom at U Venues is a close collaboration between fused glass artist Walid Onsy Walid Onsy and interior designer Shewekar SHEWEKAR
Rooted in a shared spirit of experimentation, the project pushes the boundaries of glass through bespoke architectural elements, crafted to celebrate the material’s depth, texture and expressive potential.


Glass is often treated as a finishing material—a window, a tabletop or a decorative panel. For Egyptian artist Walid Onsy, however, it has always offered far greater possibilities.

Glass is often treated as a finishing material—a window, a tabletop or a decorative panel. For Egyptian artist Walid Onsy, however, it has always offered far greater possibilities.

“What began as a door evolved into a statement piece, demonstrating how tradition, when paired with innovation, can redefine the boundaries of craftsmanship and reveal new creative possibilities.” __Shewekar

The space comes to life through textured walls, clean geometry and a restrained material palette—a design vision by Shewekar, brought to life in collaboration with Walid Onsy.

Even commercial spaces deserve a soul.

An exploration of how glass, a material born from sand, can be transformed into something extraordinary through patience, craftsmanship and innovation.

The showroom is a celebration of that transformation—a space where art, design and materiality converge, inspiring new possibilities for artists, designers and makers alike.

Photographing this space became an extension of the same spirit of exploration that shaped its design. Every angle revealed a new dialogue between light, glass, texture and material, where complementary colours and contrasting surfaces continually transformed the experience. Discovering these relationships through the lens was, in itself, part of the journey.

A relatively small showroom, filled with wonder and possibility. Every corner reveals a new interplay of light, texture and craftsmanship, proving that great design is defined not by scale, but by the richness of the experience.

Photos from Nour El Refai's post 08/07/2026

Palm Hills Villa - Design by Hossam Nabil Architecture & Design

Photos from Nour El Refai's post 06/07/2026

Nile Penthouse, Design by Hussein Nassar

28/06/2026

A moment from Cap Spartel, Tangier

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