Georges & Samuel Mohsen are Cairo-based, Egyptians documentary architectural photographers, visual researchers, violinists, and educators. Their work explores architecture, memory, identity and sociopolitical change through cultural landscapes.
Documentary Photography and photojournalism in Cairo and Beyond
Since 2008, they have used photography and videography to document key historical moments. Their professional career began in 2011, amidst the pivotal events of the Egyptian Revolution. From 2011 to 2013, they worked as staff photojournalists at Al-Shorouk Newspaper, under the mentorship of renowned Egyptian photographer Randa Shaath. During this period, they covered daily news and major political developments, gaining valuable experience in fast-paced editorial environments. These early years shaped their visual language and grounded their practice in long-form storytelling and human-centered reportage.
Their first group exhibition, SHOUF (2014), featured their story Robert. The work explored themes of invisibility, devotion, and memory—quiet, overlooked lives that carry the true weight of humanity yet often dissolve into forgetting.
Visual Architectural Research & Heritage Documentation
Their ongoing long-term, self-funded research-based project on the Chapel of Collège De La Salle, in collaboration with architect Daniel Kaldas, explores the architectural and communal dimensions of the space, using it as a lens to examine Egypt’s evolving social fabric, collective memory, and shifting identity from the 1950s to the present day. The project traces how historical change is embedded in the physical structure and social role of the chapel.
More about the project
The project combines archival processing, documentary and architectural visual documentation, preservation, and storytelling. Community engagement is central to the work, with guided tours, public discussions, and educational outreach creating an active dialogue between memory, change, and contemporary lived experience.
The project also preserves rare original architectural drawings by Antoine Selim Nahas, Dimitri Diacomidos, and Seddik Shehab El Din, alongside photographs, meeting notes, and correspondence. The material will be housed in a dedicated archive and visitor center, making it accessible to experts, students, and the wider public.
Architectural & Interior Photography – The GS Studio
Alongside their documentary practice, Georges & Samuel founded The GS Studio, specializing in architectural photography and interior design photography. They collaborate with leading architects and interior designers in Egypt, the Middle East, and Europe.
Georges & Samuel’s approach to architectural photography is deeply rooted in their documentary background, where they work to tell a story through every space they document. They prioritize understanding the design intent, closely collaborating with architects and designers to accurately reflect the style and vision of each project. Since then, their work has been globally featured in major international architectural and design publications such as The World of Interiors, Bauwelt, ArchDaily, Design Boom, Concrete Quarterly, Al Beit Magazine, SceneHome, and Forbes.
Their portfolio covers:
- Cultural & heritage projects photography – museums, historical landmarks, and community spaces.
- Residential architecture Photography – villas, private homes, and apartments.
- Hospitality , Restaurants & commercial projects Photography – restaurants, hotels, and retail spaces.
- Workplace & office photography – corporate and creative workspaces.
Notable Projects
Georges & Samuel have extensively documented the architecture of Le Corbusier, producing a visual record of several of his most significant projects:
- Villa Savoye (Poissy, France) – an in-depth photographic study of Le Corbusier’s modernist masterpiece.
- Couvent de La Tourette (Éveux, France) – documenting the architectural and spiritual atmosphere of the Dominican convent.
- Unité d’Habitation, Marseille – documented in collaboration with La Cité Radieuse.
- Maison du Brésil (Paris, France) – capturing the details of this residential project at Cité Internationale Universitaire, co-designed with Lúcio Costa.
- Pavillon Suisse (Paris, France) – highlighting Le Corbusier’s student housing project at Cité Internationale Universitaire.
Georges & Samuel have been commissioned for major architectural and cultural projects, including:
- Grand Egyptian Museum documentation Since 2018, they have extensively documented the Grand Egyptian Museum throughout its development and completion, capturing its transformation into a landmark of global cultural significance. This work was commissioned by Delta Lighting and a collaboration with the Dublin-based architectural practice Heneghan Peng, the designers of the GEM. Their documentation has been featured on CNN, ,Bauwelt, , Archdaily, Architectural Digest, Africa Online, and other international news outlets.
- La Maison d’Égypte, Paris – They were commissioned by Dar Arafa Architecture to document La Maison d’Égypte in Paris—first in November 2023 before its occupation, and later to document the post-occupancy evaluation when they accompanied Egyptian architect Waleed Arafa in May 2024.
- Giza Zoo documentation (2023) – recording the historic zoo before its renovation,
in an effort to preserve its place in Cairo’s collective memory and open space for broader debate on heritage preservation, change, urban development, and equality of public access. - Institut français d’archéologie orientale (IFAO) — Commissioned by Le Parisien to document the institution’s architecture and its diverse practices.
Photography Education & Mentorship
Since 2021, Georges & Samuel have been lead photography instructors at Photopia Cairo, mentoring over 100 emerging photographers. They are also frequent guest speakers at Cairo Photo Week and Alexandria Photo Week.
Publications & Features
Georges & Samuel Mohsen are regular contributors to major publications including The World of Interior, and Le Parisien, their work has been published in many magazines, newspaper and media channels such as:
- The World of Interior,
- Le Parisien
- CNN, BBC, Forbes, Business Insider, Yahoo News, Al-Arabia
- The Washington Post, The Irish Time and La Stampa
- ArchDaily, Design Boom, Concrete Quarterly , Al Beit Magazine, SceneHome
They continue to collaborate with NGOs, as well as local and international organizations, to produce short- and long-term documentary stories. and remain active in documentary photography in Egypt, producing commissioned stories, personal projects, and special coverage of significant events on demand.
Music & Suzuki Teaching
Beyond their photography work, Georges & Samuel are also violinists and established Suzuki violin teachers. Having started violin at the age of 5, they founded the Suzuki Violin Class at the Cairo Suzuki Music Center in 2007, the first independent Suzuki music school in Egypt, originally founded in 1997 by Egyptian pianist Dr. Mona Fekry. Georges & Samuel continue to teach young musicians using the Suzuki method, working with students as young as 3.5 years old.
📩 Contact Georges & Samuel Mohsen Email: contact@thegsstudio.com
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