Hotel Phoenicia InterContinental, Beirut — built by Fakhry GC
Fakhry General Contracting · Est. 1952

We built the landmarks.
Now we build what's next.

Seventy-four years of bridges, towers, and landmark builds — now delivering Lebanon's most intelligent, high-end spaces.

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Bridge infrastructure built by Fakhry GC in Lebanon
1952
Founded by Raffoul Fakhry in Lebanon
Who we are

A legacy poured in concrete, steel, and trust.

Fakhry GC is a legacy-rooted general contractor and development firm with over seventy years of experience shaping Lebanon's architectural and infrastructure landscape — from the country's first five-star hotel to the bridges that still carry it.

Today, that same engineering depth is turned toward a different kind of structure: a full-spectrum builder specializing in luxury residences, high-end finishing, intelligent environments, and wellness-focused design, with smart systems integrated from day one through our sister company, Quasar ↗.

  • General contracting & turnkey execution
  • Luxury villa & residential construction
  • High-end finishing & fit-out works
  • Smart systems via Quasar ↗
  • Commercial & mixed-use development
  • Wellness-oriented, non-toxic construction
Our story & milestones

Seven decades, laid out like a structural drawing.

From bridges and high-rises to luxury residences and smart communities — every era left something standing. Drag to walk the elevation.

1952
Company founded by Raffoul Fakhry.
1963
Built the Phoenicia Hotel, one of Lebanon's first 5-star hotels.
1966
Delivered the Maameltein P2 & P3 bridges with Entrepose scaffolding.
1972
Constructed the Charles Helou Bridge, Beirut.
1982
Built the Jiyeh Power Plant for Électricité du Liban.
1988
Completed the Chekka Holcim Cement Factory — silos the largest of their time.
1991
Michel Fakhry founded Quasar for ELV and smart systems.
1994
Founded Automation and Controls for automation and energy solutions.
1998
Delivered Byblos Bank Tower, introducing DOKA formwork to Lebanon.
2000s
Expanded across the Levant and Africa, focused on intelligent, wellness-driven environments.
Today
Led by Ralph Fakhry, Fakhry GC leads a new era in sustainable, intelligent building.
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Our Vision

To redefine modern living in Lebanon and the region through luxury development, clean construction, and smart technology integration — creating spaces that are beautiful, intelligent, and aligned with well-being.

Our Mission

To build spaces that reflect trust, longevity, and conscious living. We deliver high-end real estate and construction services with precision, sustainability, and deep respect for the people and environments we serve.

Our Philosophy

Legacy meets innovation. We build with purpose, blending decades of experience with the vision of a healthier, smarter future.

What we deliver

Comprehensive contracting. Clean execution.

A complete range of general contracting and project development services across Lebanon, the Levant & Africa — focused on high-end, future-ready builds.

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Luxury Residential Construction

Villas, estates, and smart homes — turnkey, from concept to handover.

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Civil & Infrastructure Works

Bridges, structural works, and earthworks at scale.

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Commercial & Office Buildings

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Turnkey Project Delivery

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Smart Systems Integration

Via sister company Quasar.

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Site Development & Earthworks

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Clean Construction

Non-toxic materials, by default.

High-end residential finishing by Fakhry GC — natural oak and bespoke joinery, Beirut
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At Fakhry GC, we don't just build structures — we shape environments that reflect care, intelligence, and long-term vision.

For over seven decades, our work has stood as a testament to engineering excellence and trust. But today, construction means more than concrete and steel — it means creating spaces that support healthier living, smarter systems, and a more conscious way of life.

Whether it's a luxury residence, a commercial space, or a public landmark, our goal is the same: to deliver quality that lasts and comfort that matters."

Ralph Fakhry, CEO of Fakhry General Contracting
Ralph Fakhry
Chief Executive Officer
Project portfolio

Selected works. One standard.

From luxury villas with high-end finishing to commercial towers, industrial plants, and the bridges of Lebanon — a selection from seven decades of work.

Hotel Phoenicia InterContinental, Beirut — landmark hotel construction by general contractor Fakhry GC
Hotel Phoenicia InterContinental
Beirut · 28 stories, 300 rooms
Byblos Bank Tower HQ, Beirut — 30-floor commercial tower built by Fakhry GC
Byblos Bank Tower HQ
Beirut · 30 floors, 20,000 sqm
P3 Bridge, Maameltein
P3 Bridge
Maameltein · 192m span
Villa K, Bikfaya — turnkey luxury villa construction with high-end finishing
Villa K
Bikfaya · Private villa
Beirut City Center, Hazmieh
Beirut City Center
Hazmieh · 125,000 sqm
Lebanese Cement Factory, Chekka
Lebanese Cement Factory
Chekka · 4 silos, 62.8m
Villa N, Beit Mery
Villa N
Beit Mery · 1,900 sqm built-up
Villa G, Baabdat
Villa G
Baabdat · Full renovation
Zaatar w Zeit, Jbeil
Zaatar w Zeit
Jbeil · Fit-out works
Marc I Office Building, Sin El Fil
Marc I Office Building
Sin El Fil · 18 floors
Shammas 167, Mtayleb
Shammas 167
Mtayleb · Mixed-use, 7 floors
Algorithm, Zouk
Algorithm
Zouk · Production unit
Villa S, Reyfoun
Villa S
Reyfoun · Turnkey villa
Origami, Dbayeh
Origami
Dbayeh · 1,200 sqm
Charles Helou Bridge, Beirut
Charles Helou Bridge
Beirut · 1,500m bridge
Damour Family House
Damour Family House
Damour · Family residence
Jiyeh Power Plant
Jiyeh Power Plant
Jiyeh · EDL facility
Novus Aviation Offices, Downtown Beirut
Novus Aviation Offices
Downtown Beirut · Fit-out
Papercup Café and Bookstore, Beirut
Papercup Café & Bookstore
Beirut · Fit-out works
P2 Bridge, Maameltein
P2 Bridge
Maameltein · 120m span
Gemmayzeh Village / Place Pasteur, Beirut
Gemmayzeh Village
Beirut · Residential complex
EAN Residence, Faqra Club
EAN Residence
Faqra Club · Turnkey

Integrated Smart Living

Fakhry GC delivers intelligent, future-ready spaces through Quasar — our in-house technology arm specializing in smart building systems and ELV solutions. With shared ownership and full coordination, Quasar lets us build advanced technology into every project from day one.

  • Building Management Systems (BMS)
  • Fire detection & suppression systems
  • Smart lighting & home automation
  • CCTV, access control & intrusion protection
  • Audio-visual, public address & voice evacuation
  • Structured cabling & data infrastructure

"With Quasar, smart design is not an add-on — it's built in."

◐ CLEAN CONSTRUCTION

Wellness-Driven Design

We believe buildings should support human well-being, not compromise it. Our Clean Construction philosophy puts people and the planet first — from the materials we choose to the air you breathe.

  • Non-toxic materials — low-VOC paints, formaldehyde-free wood
  • Healthy air — smart HVAC & air purification
  • Conscious design — natural light, airflow, biophilic elements
  • Energy & water efficiency — low-impact operation
  • Wellness as standard — on every project, every time

"We don't just build structures. We build better ways of living."

Why choose Fakhry GC

Built on legacy. Inspired by tomorrow.

70+ years of proven excellence
Luxury precision & execution
Smart integration via Quasar ↗
Sustainable, non-toxic construction
Wellness-driven philosophy
Transparent, client-centered process
Common questions

Answers, before you ask.

What services does Fakhry General Contracting provide?

Fakhry GC is a full-service general contractor offering turnkey project delivery, luxury villa and residential construction, high-end finishing and fit-out works, commercial and mixed-use buildings, civil and infrastructure works, and smart building systems integration through our sister company Quasar.

Where does Fakhry GC operate?

We are headquartered in Sin El Fil, Beirut, and operate across Lebanon, the Levant, and Africa. Our portfolio spans Beirut, Maameltein, Bikfaya, Baabdat, Faqra, Damour, Chekka, and beyond.

How long has Fakhry GC been in business?

Fakhry General Contracting was founded in 1952 by Raffoul Fakhry. For over seventy years we have delivered landmark projects including the Phoenicia Hotel, the Charles Helou Bridge, and the Byblos Bank Tower — and today the company is led by Ralph Fakhry.

Does Fakhry GC build luxury villas?

Yes. Turnkey luxury villa construction with high-end finishing is a core specialty — from full builds like Villa K in Bikfaya and Villa N in Beit Mery to complete renovations like Villa G in Baabdat, including pools, landscaping, and smart home systems.

Can Fakhry GC integrate smart home and building systems?

Yes. Through our sister company Quasar ↗, we integrate BMS, smart lighting, home automation, security, and fire protection into every project from day one — smart design is built in, not added on.

Start a project

Let's build what's next.

Tell us about your project — residential, commercial, or infrastructure — and our team will get back to you within one business day.

HeadquartersSin El Fil, Beirut, Lebanon
Phone+961 1 491 163
RegistrationCommercial Register RC 201 3221 Baabda
ReachLevant & Africa
Sister CompaniesQuasar (smart systems) · Automation and Controls