This Bimah and the accompanying Aron Kodesh were a true labor of love. The old Moroccan synagogue was completely transformed after these pieces were installed.

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This Bimah combines a refined and, for Kimchi, an almost understated design sense with hand-sculpted details that add the punch.

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This Bimah plays on a rhythm of repeating forms that expand like ripples in the water.
The Bimah complements the massive Torah ark (Aron Kodesh) that can be seen in the front of the synagogue.

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This Bimah was commissioned to accompany the Splendor of the Synagogue Torah Ark. It boasts eight drawers with hand-carved fronts and doors with carvings of the Seven Blessed Species.

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This Torah ark, or Aron Kodesh, is definitely one of Kimchi’s most impressive works. The piece spans almost the entire width of the east wall of the historic Av-Shalom Tel Aviv synagogue. The hand-sculpted themes on either side of the central cabinet lead the viewer’s eye contiguously up towards the temple in Jerusalem, while jumping from section to section. These sculpted panels are actually doors to custom-fitted bookcases.

The Bimah was designed to wrap around a supporting column which is located directly in front of the Torah ark. Now instead of being an eyesore, the column and Bimah complete and enhance the overall composition.

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Even the back side of this Bimah was lovingly sculpted to create a 360 degree artistic experience in this Moroccan synagogue.

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It’s not every day that one is commissioned to create the artistic furnishings for the first ever synagogue on the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem.
Kimchi was fortunate to be chosen to design and hand-craft the Torah ark (Aron Kodesh), Bimah and podium for this well endowed sanctuary which is located directly across from the Temple Mount itself.
The significance of the location is lost on no one, including Israel’s chief rabbi, the Rishon LiTzion, and Jerusalem mayor, Moche Leon, who participated in the dedication ceremony.

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A Bimah must fulfill numerous functions. As well as being the reading table for the Torah scrolls, it serves as storage for all manner of items used during the prayer service. The bench is used, as well, after the raising of the Torah and also for elderly and other honorary individuals.
This Bimah certainly gives ample coverage for all the above needs, as well as serving to visually anchor the Torah ark it accompanies (also by Kimchi).

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This Bimah complements the Angels’ Wings Torah ark that Kimchi created as well. These pieces are part of an entire set of synagogue furniture that was commissioned by the Mishan Home for assisted living in Givatai’im, Israel.

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This Bimah is replete with a richly carved surrounding wall, upholstered bench and doors carved on the theme of Rachel’s tomb.
The Bimah accompanies the Torah ark (Aron Kodesh) seen behind that Kimchi also designed and hand-crafted.

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This Bimah was Kimchi’s approach to revitalizing an old Bimah made of stone. the client wanted to retain part of the original for sentimental reasons. Thus the challenge was to integrate the stonework with the hand-sculpted mahogany in a way that flowed together pleasingly.

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This Bimah hints at the verse from Psalms: “Thou shall worship the Lord with a joyous heart…”
The piece is richly carved, with the maple backings augmenting the sculptural drama.

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