Karim Chaya, graduated in Industrial Design from the Rhode Island School of Design. He co-founded Abillama Chaya Industrial Design 'ACID' in 1997. 'ACID', which specializes in design manufacturing and installation of architectural detailing, currently employs 150 craftsmen, architects and administrators and handles projects across the globe.

In 2001, Chaya started SpockDesign, a company devoted to furniture and product design. Chaya teaches fifth year industrial design at the Academie Libanaise des Beaux Arts (ALBA).

He has bee invited to showcase in many exhibitions such as: 100% Design (London) and Maison et Objet (Paris) where his furniture as well as art installations have been presented. His work has been published in the local and international press including Le Figaro, Officiel Design, Monocle, Interir Design and Interni.