Success Stories - Heba Nahle

Heba Nahle grew up in the Bachoura neighborhood of Beirut, and spent her time helping at her mother’s salon and indulging her artistic passions. She was accepted into Creative Space Beirut after studying Interior Design at the public Lebanese University. Her true passion was always fashion. As a student, she was personable, helpful, and demonstrated natural talent and dedication. She was a natural leader, and was always eager to assist during events and collaborations.

Creative Space Beirut 2016 graduation fashion show

Heba graduated in 2016 with a stunning thesis collection. She received a scholarship to pursue a Masters at the Polytechnic University of Milan (Politecnico di Milano) based on her portfolio built during her time at CSB. Heba completed her program with honors, focusing her thesis on formal protective attire for urban motorcyclists. Managing to secure a residency, she is now based in Milan, and has successfully integrated into the city’s renowned design industry.

Certificate of master degree at Politecnico di Milano

Heba has collaborated on research and design projects with sportswear brands like Studio Maurizia Botti and contributed to the design and execution of artificial robot skin with the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia. Heba established relationships with the top manufacturers in Italy, and founded Riccitelli Milano, a production company that specializes in helping designers navigate the manufacturing process, making her in charge of producing collections from start to finish.  

Production project by Heba, for Talia Byre's AW2024 “Told you so” Collection.