ACID

What ACID does

ACID is a Lebanon-headquartered, privately held design and production firm founded in 1997 in Beirut that delivers fully custom architectural elements across four integrated service lines: staircases, architecture detailing (facades, skylights, gates, canopies), interior detailing (bespoke furniture, partitions, lighting), and luxury fit-outs. The company's underlying capability is a vertically integrated model in which architects, engineers, and skilled craftsmen work side by side under one roof at the Dbayeh, Metn facility, supported by an ISO 9001-certified quality management system and deep expertise across metals (stainless steel, brass, bronze, steel, aluminum, cast iron) as well as glass, marble, concrete, and wood. With more than 160 dedicated professionals and a documented portfolio exceeding 300 staircases and thousands of completed projects, ACID has built a reputation for executing highly bespoke work in both major global cities and remote locations with challenging access.

ACID serves a predominantly enterprise, project-based client base comprising luxury fashion houses (Lanvin, Dior, Balmain, Elie Saab, Joseph, JM Weston, Isabel Marant), high-end hospitality operators (Alain Ducasse and multiple named restaurants), cultural institutions (Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum, Sursock Museum), and selective corporate/banking and automotive clients, alongside high-end residential end users. The go-to-market motion is direct enterprise field sales — working with architects, designers, developers, contractors, and end users worldwide, with comprehensive design-to-installation services delivered through a mobile, dedicated team capable of worldwide installation. Revenue is generated through one-time project-based contracts and professional services engagements, with all pricing quote-based and project-specific; the firm maintains a regional US presence via ACID US LLC at 200 Vesey Street, New York alongside its Lebanese headquarters. No public revenue, funding, or ownership disclosures are available, and the firm remains founder-controlled with no evidence of external investment.

Name

ACID

Legal name

ACID Design and Production

Website

https://acidprojects.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

ACID is a Lebanon-founded design and production firm that designs, engineers, fabricates, and installs custom staircases, exterior architectural detailing, bespoke interiors, and luxury fit-outs for global luxury brands, hospitality operators, architects, and high-end residential clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Architectural Fabrication

NAICS

Ornamental and Architectural Metal Work Manufacturing (332323), Industrial Design Services (541420), Household and Institutional Furniture Manufacturing (33712), Interior Design Services (541410)

SIC

Partitions, Shelvg, Lockers, & Office & Store Fixtures (2540), Miscellaneous Furniture & Fixtures (2590)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial/Product & Furniture Design (BPAHAKAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Interior Design Services (BPAHAKAB), Specialty Finishes & Decorative Installations (Plaster, Stone Veneer, Feature Walls) (IMAFANAM)

Keywords

• Custom staircase fabrication
• Architectural metal detailing
• Luxury retail fit-out
• Bespoke interior fabrication
• Exterior facade engineering

Headquarters

HQ city

Dbayeh

HQ country

Lebanon

HQ region

Middle East

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Custom Architectural Elements Manufacturing: Design, development, manufacturing and installation of customized architectural elements such as staircases, exterior detailing components, and bespoke interiors. Revenue is generated through project-based contracts with end users, architects, designers, developers, and contractors.
2. Fit-Out Services: Comprehensive services in production, transportation and implementation for full shop fit-outs, department store corners, duty-free points of sale, high-end hotel and restaurant furnishings, architectural installations, as well as custom desks, storage units and reception furniture.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

ACID is a design and production firm that custom-designs, engineers, manufactures, and installs architectural elements including staircases, exterior detailing components (facades, skylights, canopies, balustrades), bespoke interior elements (furniture, partitions, lighting), and luxury retail and hospitality fit-outs. They operate a fully integrated studio with architects, engineers, and craftsmen working together, supported by an in-house metal fabrication facility, and deliver projects globally from their Lebanon headquarters and New York office.

Product overview

ACID is a full solution provider of customized architectural elements offering four integrated service areas: Staircases (custom architectural staircases in various shapes and materials), Architecture Detailing (exterior elements such as facades, skylights, gates, and structural features), Interior Detailing (custom furniture, partitions, lighting, and interior accessories), and Fit-out (luxury retail and hospitality installations for brands, hotels, and corporate spaces). All services encompass comprehensive design, engineering, manufacturing, and installation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Custom Architectural Staircases
• Architectural Detailing and Exterior Elements
• Interior Detailing and Bespoke Furniture
• Luxury Retail and Hospitality Fit-Out

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 300 staircases designed, manufactured and installed worldwide
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers29 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• BDDW: Philadelphia-based maker of bespoke furniture and architectural objects, combining custom design and in-house fabrication. Comparable to ACID in custom one-off furniture production and integrated design-to-build operations.
• Lasvit: Czech custom glass and lighting installations specialist delivering bespoke architectural lighting features for luxury hotels, retail, and residences. Comparable to ACID in custom engineered decorative installations for luxury projects.
• De Castelli: Italian metal design and fabrication firm producing custom metal surfaces, finishes, and architectural elements for luxury interiors and architecture. Directly comparable to ACID in custom metal craftsmanship and integrated design-to-installation model.
• David Gill Furniture: UK-based maker of limited-edition and bespoke furniture and lighting for collectors, architects, and luxury interiors. Comparable to ACID in producing custom, handcrafted furniture and lighting for high-end residential and commercial clients.
• Ghidini1961: Italian manufacturer of high-end metal furniture, lighting, and architectural accessories for luxury interiors. Comparable to ACID in metals fabrication (especially brass and steel) and custom interior detailing.
• Barberini & Gunz: Italian luxury retail shop fit-out specialist serving fashion houses and premium brands globally. Highly comparable to ACID's luxury fit-out, custom furniture, and signage work for fashion clients.

Broad incumbents

• Vitra: Swiss design and furniture company producing iconic residential, office, and architectural products globally. Comparable to ACID as a design-led furniture and interior brand, though at much larger scale and broader scope.
• Fantoni: Italian manufacturer of interior solutions, furniture, and acoustic products for commercial and residential spaces. Comparable to ACID as a broader interior products platform, though Fantoni operates at greater scale and less custom-project focus.
• Knoll: US premium manufacturer of contract furniture, textiles, and architectural products for offices, hospitality, and healthcare. Comparable to ACID in serving luxury commercial interiors, though with standardized rather than fully custom production.
• Poltrona Frau: Italian luxury furniture maker serving residential and contract markets, including custom interiors for hotels, offices, and retail. Comparable to ACID in custom luxury interiors, though Poltrona Frau operates at greater scale and brand recognition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ACIDProjects
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/acid-projects

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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