Cedric Koukjian

Designer Cedric Koukjian in his studio in Geneva.

Cedric Koukjian
Born	1985 (age 40–41) Beirut, Lebanon
Known for	Sculptures
Style	Post modernist

Cedric Koukjian (born 1985) is an industrial designer and sculptor based in Geneva, ^[1] known for his monumental sculptures. His works explores themes of unity, resilience, and the bonds that shape societies and individuals. ^{[2] [3]} He frequently incorporates the motif of the chain ^[4] which he has used in various sculptures made from materials such as steel, marble, and granite. Several of his works have been installed in public spaces ^[5] including permanent sculptures in Cologny ^{[6] [7]} and Bikfaya, ^{[8] [9]} as well as a permanent sculpture in the collection of Beit Beirut Museum in Lebanon. His works have been presented at several art exhibitions including the 2022 outdoor sculpture show in Gstaad. ^{[10] [11]}

Early life and education

Cedric Koukjian was born in Beirut. Koukjian pursued a Bachelor's degree in Economics and International Relations at the University of the West of England (UWE), graduating in 2007. He later obtained a GIA certification in Bangkok. Today Koukjian lives in Geneva. ^[12]

Career

Notable Works

• Link (series): A series of smaller sculptures exploring the theme of connection through chains carved from a single block of stone. ^[5]
• Liaison'(2020): A 2.6-meter hand-hammered stainless steel sculpture installed in Cologny. ^[6]
• Liaison Hyperion (2022): A 3-meter hand-hammered stainless steel sculpture installed in Cologny.
• Liaison Ba'al (2023): A 3.5-meter sculpture installed in Faqra. Crafted in hand-hammered stainless steel.
• X-Link (2023): A 4.5-meter permanent installation in Cologny. ^[13]
• Chaîne de Lumière (2025): A 4.6-meter permanent sculpture installed in Bikfaya. ^[8]
• Liaison SAWA (2025): A 4.6-meter permanent sculpture installed atop the Beit Beirut museum.
• Link of freedom (2025): A 5.2 meter sculpture installed in the University of the west of England campus. ^[14]

References

1. "Esculpiendo sueños". Architectural Digest Spain: Las mejores casas del mundo (in Spanish). No. 195. April 2024. pp. 80–81.
2. Barro, Cécile (November 21, 2024). "L'Art du Léopard: Portrait de créateur, Cedric Koukjian". Le Carougeois (in French). p. 5.
3. Annikka, Olsen (April 29, 2022). "Spotlight: Geneva-Based Artist Cedric Koukjian Turns Steel, Marble, and Other Materials Into Sculptures That Symbolize the Human Bond". Artnet news.
4. "It's all connected". Gstaad Life. August 5, 2022.
5. Blanca Burri, "Granit, Harz, Metall und ein Maler," Anzeiger von Saanen, July 5, 2022. anzeigervonsaanen.ch
6. Cologny. "Cedric Koukjian: Liaison". Commune de Cologny.
7. Gautier le Berre, Catherine (February 10, 2020). "Une nouvelle œuvre d'art prend ses quartiers sur le giratoire de Cologny" (PDF). Tribune Rives Lac - La Tribune de Genève.
8. Addiyar (January 20, 2025). "نصب تمثال "سلسلة الضوء" في بكفيا - لبنان". Addiyar newspaper.
9. MTV Lebanon (March 16, 2025). "وزير الثقافة: للبنان دور أساسي كصلة وصل بين الشعوب والثقافات". MTV Lebanon.
10. Artnet spotlight. "Spotlight: Father and Son Artists Pierre and Cedric Koukjian Experiment With Scale and Materials for New Show in Gstaad". Artnet spotlight.
11. Split Window exhibition. "Kunst bulletin". Kunst bulletin.
12. Doyle, Jessica (April 30, 2024). "Why Pierre and Cedric Koukjian Are an Art Duo To Have on Your Radar". Architectural Digest Middle East.
13. Gautier le Berre, Catherine (December 22, 2025). "Une autre Chaîne du Bonheur" (PDF). Tribune Rives Lac - La Tribune de Genève.
14. "Sculpture representing unity installed at UWE Bristol after alum donation". UWE news. July 31, 2025.