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Rouben Simonian, the son of Armenian Genocide survivors, grew up in Beirut and earned a degree in architecture from the Royal Academy of Arts in Brussels. After relocating to Memphis in 1971, he spent the majority of his corporate career designing European hotels and airport facilities, later transitioning into a project management specialist in logistics and transportation. In retirement, he enjoys various hobbies, including cooking, painting, woodworking, assembling model kits, and exploring numerous creative arts.

Elize (Liz) Simonian grew up in Memphis and is a retired nurse. An avid reader, animal lover, and foodie—thanks to Rouben’s cooking—she is known among friends as a multitasking micromanager, a friend and job connector, and a ser ...more

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Uncharted Canvas: A Journey through Beirut, Brussels, and Beyond
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Personal History (Pulitzer Prize Winner): A Memoir

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The Canvas We Share

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