Get ready for an action-packed summer in Paris! With Paris Design Week kicking off right after the Paralympic Games, we've curated a robust cultural itinerary for your return. On your marks, get set, go!
DIPTYQUE
Recently unveiled, Diptyque’s new immersive space spans over 400m2, echoing the unique charm of a Parisian apartment. This exceptional flagship near Madeleine places art at its core, showcasing various facets of the brand, exclusive creations, and dedicated spaces for workshops and events. This fall, don’t miss the monumental and multi-sensory pop installation by French artist Cyril Lancelin, themed around the fig.
7 rue Duphot, 75001Paris
HAUVETTE & MADANI
Following the success of their initial furniture collection "Amuse-Bouche," Samantha Hauvette and Lucas Madani present "Entremets." This new series, inspired by Art Deco, highlights oak and lacquer through meticulously crafted pieces, all made in France. Adding a cherry on top, the interior design duo unveils their new office/showroom near the Champs-Elysées.
32 rue de Washington, 75008 Paris
YVES SALOMON x CHAPO CREATION
For the first time, renowned Parisian furrier Yves Salomon ventures into the furniture realm, collaborating with Chapo Creation. This unexpected partnership merges artisanal craftsmanship and upcycling, resulting in five iconic pieces by Pierre Chapo, handcrafted in wood and adorned with sheepskins repurposed from Yves Salomon’s workshop remnants. This ultra-exclusive collection will be on display at Yves Salomon’s showroom in the coveted Saint-Honoré district, with artisans on-site to share their expertise.
Exhibition from September 4 to 12, 2024.
5 rue de Castiglione, 75001 Paris
PRADIER-JEAUNEAU
After making a name at the Saint-Ouen flea market, Pradier-Jeauneau gallery settles into a permanent 70m2 space ideally located on the left bank. Committed to French design, both past and present, Aurélien Jeauneau and Jérémy Pradier have enlisted interior designer Sandra Benhamou to curate "Le Commencement," a unique exhibition spotlighting rising stars Mathieu Delacroix and Anaïs Vindel. Their works will converse with vintage pieces.
"Le Commencement," from September 5 to October 31, 2024.
32 rue de Verneuil, 75007 Paris
RINCK
Celebrating over 50 years with timeless elegance! For Paris Design Week, the decorator Rinck reissues an iconic chair from their archives, first presented in 1973 at the Salon National des Beaux-Arts at the Grand Palais. The Trefoil chair makes a comeback in an eco-friendly version with a recycled plastic seat. Admire it at their Saint-Germain-des-Prés gallery alongside contemporary furniture collections.
Exhibition from September 5 to 14, 2024, from 11 am to 7 pm.
18 rue de Beaune, 75007 Paris
ROOFTOP WITH A VIEW: TERRAZA MIKUNA AT BHV MARAIS
Fancy tacos, cocktails, and a Latin vibe high above Paris? The Latin American cuisine specialists at Mikuna have set up shop on the 6th floor of this department store, creating one of the city’s most coveted rooftops. This new terrace offers a breathtaking panorama of the capital. Escape guaranteed, vamos!
1 rue des Archives, 75004 Paris
TARTANS AND FISH AND CHIPS: PUBLIC HOUSE
London’s calling! Renowned British chef Calum Franklin makes his Paris debut with Public House, just a stone's throw from the Opéra Garnier. Dubbed "The King of Pie," Franklin reinvents classic British dishes with flair: fish & chips, chicken pie, and pudding, all served in a delightfully British setting mixing tartans and cottage vibes, curated by print maestro Laura Gonzalez.
21 rue Daunou, 75002 Paris
HEADING TO BARCELONA WITHOUT LEAVING PARIS: CASA LUISA
Barcelona comes to La Muette, olé! Michelin-starred chef Romain Fornell, a French luminary of Catalan cuisine, debuts his Parisian menu in partnership with the Moma Group. Expect croquetas, tortilla de patatas, and signature bocadillos served in a charming vintage-inspired setting by Mary Erlingsen (Studio Björg).
19 chaussée de la Muette, 75016 Paris
PARIS'S MOST UNUSUAL GYM: LA MONTGOLFIÈRE
Get ready to love working out! Located near République, this unique gym occupies a former hot-air balloon factory dating back to the 1850s. The 2000m2 space features state-of-the-art facilities and a variety of disciplines (cardio, weightlifting, pilates, yoga, boxing, boot camp). After a workout, relax at the convivial bar and enjoy temporary exhibitions that add to the social and cultural experience.
25 rue Yves Toudic, 75010 Paris
DIVE INTO PARIS'S FINEST POOLS
Ready for a dip? Paris boasts several municipal pools with remarkable architecture. For a refreshing swim without breaking the bank, head to the Butte aux Cailles pool, an Art Nouveau masterpiece classified as a historic monument (5 place Paul Verlaine, 13th, Paris). For something more unique, visit the Joséphine Baker pool, a glass and steel structure floating on the Seine (quai François Mauriac – quai de la Gare, 13th, Paris). For exceptional plunges, explore hotel pools like Molitor (2 avenue de la Porte Molitor, 16th, Paris), Ritz Club & Spa (17 place Vendôme, 1st, Paris), and Cheval Blanc (8 quai du Louvre, 1st, Paris). Happy swimming!