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FOREST AUDIARD

by jbertholdin 2024 Laureates

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Maison FOREST AUDIARD “Il était une fois l’empreinte“ is a French craftmanship house whose mission is to sculpt and to pass on eternal emotions through the finest bespoke lifestyle objects. All pieces are shaped from your own handprint, by the artist Michel Audiard and his art team in his own foundry (“Living Heritage Company” Label) in the Loire Valley, France.

Maison FOREST AUDIARD offers a unique tailor-made handcraft experience, by molding your handprint through the use of the age-old technique of lost wax.  Each piece is a one-of-a-kind, sculpted on your own palm, and becomes a unique object of celebration, legacy and transmission. Thanks to the artist, their bespoke lifetime pieces are the reflection of the most beautiful history: yours. They will present for the very first time in New York some of their iconic creations:

  • The bespoke Ouvre-Vin, to open and share a Grand Cru, sculpted from the hand itself. All made of bronze with various finishings like silver plated, black nickel plated or gold plated. 
  • The bespoke Stylo-Sculpture, to express personality, sculpted from the hand itself, all made of bronze with various finishings like silver plated, black nickel plated or gold plated and resin. 

Michel Audiard is a playful and innovative sculptor of renown who enchants the everyday. From minuscule masterpieces to gigantic works, Michel Audiard seeks the unique. A major work that uplifted him to the status of a recognized artist, the Stylo-Sculpture is a bespoke piece crafted and forged in bronze that always tells a personal story. Michel Audiard shapes each pen as if he is recounting the legend of the one who will hold it. No fewer than 70 heads of state have their own “Audiard” writing instrument. 

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DECOTEC

by jbertholdin 2024 Laureates

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DECOTEC, a French designer and manufacturer of bathroom furniture and accessories, creates unique designs based on a combination of carefully selected materials crafted by their skilled artisans. With over 50 years of experience, Decotec embodies elegance, quality, attention to detail, exclusive style, functionality and modernity. The aim: to transform your bathroom into a space where everyday moments become moments of well-being.

The Karma collection from DECOTEC offers formal beauty with a pure minimalist line that is both modern and timeless. Its suspended volume adds a remarkable allure, while the mix of noble and refined materials gives it a seductive chic. As part of DECOTEC STUDIO, the Karma piece of furniture showcased in New York is the result of a collaboration with wrought-iron artist Steaven Richard. Richard skillfully works the fronts in textured metal, featuring a Linen motif, creating a truly unique piece of furniture.

DECOTEC’s savoir-faire has been recognised by the EPV – Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant – state label. DECOTEC is the only French manufacturer of bathroom furniture and accessories to have been awarded this prestigious distinction. Through its dedicated departments DECOTEC STUDIO (exclusive collaborations with craftsmen and designers) and DECOTEC CONTRACT (for hospitality professionals), DECOTEC serves its customers by creating mass-produced or made-to-measure collections, working with all types of material to offer the best possible experience of well-being.

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REMINISCENCE HOME

by jbertholdin 2024 Laureates

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French designer Geraldine Delettre designs iconic pieces of the French art of living using fine Limoges porcelain for her brand REMINISCENCE HOME. This house not only focuses on lighting but also crafts exquisite tableware and interior decoration objects. REMINISCENCE HOME celebrates and promotes exceptional French craftsmanship, which has been passed down since the 18th century.

REMINISCENCE HOME is also a tailor-made publishing and design house that knows how to capture the spirit of the times, affirming its choices to push the limits of the material further, by combining ancient craftsmanship, modern techniques and great architectural sensitivity. Very attached to the protection of our environment, the REMINISCENCE HOME brand is committed to the path of eco-design. The affixing of its stamp is a true intention of perfection and serves as a manifesto promoting exceptional savoir-faire. 

REMINISCENCE HOME creations are now available in three ranges. The TIMELESS RANGE, first of all, brings together all of its French iconic lighting fixtures. The HERITAGE RANGE offers an elegant anthology of tableware and decorative objects, created by hand in the purest 18th century tradition. The latest addition, the SIGNATURE range, frees itself from conventions and technical constraints with XXL lighting fixtures, a true feat of the arts of fire. These luminous works of art combine silky white gold, precious brass, sculpted marble and the warmth of wood. Unique eco-designed pieces that are a declaration of love for French artistic craftsmanship.  Through the Signature range, REMINISCENCE HOME also offers you the opportunity to imagine perfect scenographies for your projects thanks to tailor-made compositions: they adapt, to order, to all your exceptional places. 

Between tradition and modernity, Geraldine Delettre creates and publishes works combining sublime materials, magnified by a dozen French art workshops, selected for their unique know-how. If all of her creations are handcrafted by talented craftsmen, who perpetuate the soul of an age-old material, the designer nonetheless keeps her taste for artistic innovation intact. The REMINISCENCE HOME creations thus prove to be perfectly adapted to the modernity of our uses to take place in exceptional places. 

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LA FORGE DE STYLE

by jbertholdin 2024 Laureates

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La Forge De Style corporation based its world-wide credibility on its prestigious work realized throughout the years in the creation and design of high end architectural and furniture projects.

Initially established in the USA in 2002, La Forge De Style has managed to set up in France. Since then, it has been part of the best French companies exporting their “savoir-faire” worldwide. With years of experience and craftsmanship, La Forge De Style brings together a team of 30 highly skilled artisans across the USA and France, dedicated to meet the expectations of a discerning clientele.

Specializing in the manufacture of railings, stairs, doors and grills but also of furniture of the highest standards, their teams work with noble materials such as bronze, brass, copper, titanium, aluminium and iron.

From the United States to China through the Middle East and Europe, La Forge De Style goes around the world at the request of architects and other clients. Their work for some of the finest luxury brands and private residences worldwide brought fame and recognition – they were awarded with the label “EPV” (Living Heritage Company) in 2012.

La Forge de Style has gained its reputation by doing outstanding custom made projects for designers and architects around the world. They offer a variety of finishes including patinas and textures for custom metal works to be installed in luxury shops or private residences. With their in-house design department, they take the clients drawings, sketches and inspiration pictures and develop shop drawings for the final product. Those drawings then go to their workshop to become reality.

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MAISON PRELONGE

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For the past 10 years, Maison Prélonge has been offering interior design collections based on luxury faux furs. All products (plaids, cushions, etc.) are manufactured in France. The expert craftsmanship and elegant design of Maison Prélonge products make them durable and timeless.

The brand emerged from a passion for high-quality fabric and a desire to create cherished pieces. Their unique material, faux fur, is crafted with French elegance and Art de vivre, enhancing interiors across the globe. Collaborating with retail outlets, architects, and designers, Maison Prélonge brings innovative layouts to life in hotels, restaurants, boutiques, and private apartments.

The Home collection encompasses throws, pillows, and other decorative elements. Maison Prélonge continually expands this collection, introducing new colors and innovative products. Each design harmonizes seamlessly with a wide spectrum of color palettes, ranging from neutral tones to vibrant hues. Notably, the snowball decorative pillow stands out as a bestseller, exuding luxury and playfulness—an ideal addition to original home decor.

The entire collection is made from 100% faux fur: an ideal substitute for real fur. They believe it is unfair and unnecessary to kill animals for their fur and are proud to support PETA, an organization dedicated to animal rights.

Maison Prélonge places a strong emphasis on French manufacturing, ensuring that each product they create attains the highest quality and aligns with customers’ expectations. Nestled in the heart of France, their manufacturing process elevates faux fur to new heights. French heritage lies at the core of Maison Prélonge—whether it’s their craftsmanship, commitment to tradition and refinement, or their creative spirit. The French Art de Vivre is part of Maison Prélonge’s DNA.

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LEGLE

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For seven generations, « LEGLE LEGRAND LEBOUC » company, located in Limoges, France, has passed on its savoir-faire, who is now in the safe hands of Frédéric Lebouc and his team. Mastered techniques and visual beauty come together in the best of contemporary creative design. 

From complete mastery of the kiln-firing process to the meticulous incorporation of precious metals, LEGLE accepts nothing less than the best. As a result, the company has been awarded the “Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant” (Living Heritage Company) label.

LEGLE’s “Sous le Soleil” collection offers a choice of 40 bright and soft colors. Each color is created and manufactured in-house from natural pigments, where oxides and raw materials are blended to bring out the brilliance and sparkle of the colours. The porcelain is hand-sprayed, then finished in pure gold or platinum. Other collections, including Carbone, Mangrove and Orage, are entirely hand-decorated by skilled artists using their own enamels, making each piece unique.

 

Legle, known for its exquisite Limoges porcelain, employs a time-honored technique. Their craftsmanship adheres to the original tradition, utilizing exclusive high-temperature enamels that exceed 1200°C. What sets Legle apart is their unparalleled savoir-faire. They cater to personalized projects, creating customized porcelain pieces adorned with logos, monograms, and intricate decorations. Collaborating with architects and designers, they bring unique ideas to life.

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JULES PANSU

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Founded in 1878, the Jules Pansu company stands as one of the oldest weavers in French furnishing fabrics. Designer and manufacturer for over 140 years, its workshops are located in Halluin, in the Flanders region, the cradle of tapestry for the past six hundred years. The company combines exceptional savoir-faire with tradition, elegance and modernity, all passed down through five generations.

Jules Pansu Company weaves and sells cushion covers in different sizes,tapestries featuring both classical and contemporary designs and rugs inspired by artworks from Picasso and Miro. They also developed a collection of trays, rafted using their fabric molded between two acrylic plates. They also offer a “fabric by the meter” collection with rich colors and designs. 

Since its foundation, the Jules Pansu company has employed France’s finest crafstmen (two of Meilleurs Ouvriers of France), a guarantee of high quality associated with a strong technical potential. In 2012, the company was awarded the prestigious label “Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant” (Living Heritage Company) by the State. This label recognizes French companies with artisanal expertise and industrial excellence.

With its French and international heritage and renowned skills, the Jules Pansu company is currently solicited by artist successions for collaboration and public institutions, or private clients to create unique pieces. 

 

The century-old family company, labeled EPV (LIVING HERITAGE COMPANY), stands out with its exceptional expertise passed down through generations. They offer high-quality jacquard woven creations and provide the customization of bespoke designs, while benefiting from the recognized expertise of two « Meilleurs Ouvriers de France » (Best Craftsmen of France). 

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EFASE

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E.F.A.S.E (Elaboration – Manufacturing – Aisne – Sarthe – Excellence) offers an extraordinary and groundbreaking product range. This selection caters exclusively to discerning clients, providing them with a bespoke experience in selecting materials and leather color shades. Each creation from E.F.A.S.E adheres to the pinnacle of luxury standards and design principles, meticulously crafted with impeccable attention to detail.

These objects are purposefully designed to meet demanding requests, with innovation, uniqueness, and disruption at their very core. Every item is meticulously handcrafted upon request, ensuring that their expert artisans attend to every finishing detail. Their creative process involves close collaboration with clients, resulting in entirely tailor-made masterpieces.

E.F.A.S.E objects seamlessly blend design and artistic skills, celebrating the application of various specialized artisanal techniques.

The RING is a creation combining a unique design in a game-table of foosball with a double-use offering a final creation as a signature furniture.To make each RING a unique piece of artwork, E.F.A.S.E selects rigorous and precise manufacture processes. The base of the lift is made on a monolithic and self-supporting chassis in stainless steel. The game-table is fully hand-made, with traditional woodwork techniques. The goals boxes are made in stainless steel as well as the game bars and players, with a high-strength metallic finishing. The bottom of the game-table is made with the same wood material as used for the base of the lift.

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ATELIER ALAIN ELLOUZ

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Atelier Alain Ellouz lighting design is uniquely poetic. Each creation, when bathed in light, unravels the hidden opulence of alabaster. In a remarkable ode to nature, space and time, they inspire contemplation and elevate any interior.

Handcrafted with unwavering precision, Atelier Alain Ellouz’s luminaires adhere to the same exacting standards upheld by renowned French luxury brands. Alain Ellouz is the first to develop this new stone craft. This innovative art form involves the meticulous skill of sculptors and finestone craftsmen, as well as cutting-edge technologies developed to control light and preserve the qualities of alabaster. The uncompromising selection of each stone, skilled precision, unwavering rigor, and quality workmanship of each project make Atelier Alain Ellouz stand as a proud contributor to France’s heritage of artisan excellence.

Atelier Alain Ellouz has helped bring alabaster stone to the forefront of luxury interior architecture. The workshop designs bespoke projects such as exceptional luminaires, unique bar and mural back-lit compositions and luxury furnishings. Collaborating with globally acclaimed designers, their work graces private homes, royal palaces, prestigious hotels, exquisite restaurants, luxury boutiques, and elegant offices worldwide. 

As a true artisan of stone, Alain Ellouz masters its qualities and builds on its flaws to transform what seems ordinary into a jewel. Since 2005, he has been the inspiration and impetus behind the workshop’s creations, never losing sight of his quest to reveal the hidden treasures of a unique stone. Atelier Alain Ellouz chooses radical designs that are in harmony with both the workshop’s artistic convictions and the characteristics of the stones it works with. Alabaster and rock crystal are vibrant stones with a striking purity, one that demands elegant, refined creations. The focus is the stone’s essence and drawing out its intrinsic beauty. To accomplish this, Atelier Alain Ellouz designs compositions supported by minimalist structures, constantly searching for an expression of shape and light.

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