Charles Plumet (1861 – 1928) French Architect Designer
Charles Plumet (1861-1928) was a French artist, decorator, and ceramist known for his functionalist approach to architecture and his influential Art Nouveau designs.Read More →
January 31, 2025
The French Designers collection highlights the influential figures who have shaped decorative arts, furniture, industrial design, and interiors in France. From the opulence of the 18th century to the avant-garde movements of the 20th and 21st centuries, French designers have played a defining role in global aesthetics and craftsmanship. This category explores their contributions across furniture, textiles, ceramics, glass, metalwork, and contemporary design.
Topics include:
18th-Century Masters – The luxurious designs of André-Charles Boulle, Jean-Henri Riesener, and Georges Jacob in furniture and interiors.
Art Nouveau & Art Deco Visionaries – The innovations of Émile Gallé, Hector Guimard, and Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann in decorative arts and architecture.
Mid-Century Modern & Industrial Design – The impact of Jean Prouvé, Charlotte Perriand, and Pierre Paulin on furniture and product design.
Postmodern & Contemporary Designers – The radical aesthetics of Philippe Starck, Pierre Charpin, and India Mahdavi in modern interiors and objects.
French Luxury & Haute Design – The craftsmanship of Christian Liaigre, Jacques Garcia, and Hubert de Givenchy in high-end interiors and decorative arts.
Charles Plumet (1861-1928) was a French artist, decorator, and ceramist known for his functionalist approach to architecture and his influential Art Nouveau designs.Read More →
Paul Chemetov, a French architect and furniture designer, studied at Ecole Nationale des Beaux-Arts and founded AUA in 1961. He designed low-cost housing and chair designs, earning the 1980 National Grand Prize for Architecture.Read More →
Georges Champion, a French modernist furniture designer and decorator, was influenced by Art Deco and De Stijl movements, creating sought-after designs. His work remains esteemed worldwide.Read More →
Étienne Kohlmann was a notable French interior designer whose work spanned from luxurious ocean liner interiors to influential shop designs and private commissions, emphasizing innovative materials.Read More →
Martin Szekely, a prominent French furniture designer, began his career in 1977, gaining recognition for innovative pieces and winning several awards for his exceptional work.Read More →
Jeanine Abraham, a French furniture designer, collaborated with Rol to create timeless, elegant furniture pieces using wood, aluminium, and rattan. Their legacy inspires designers.Read More →
Mario Botta, a Swiss architect and designer known for his solid geometric sensibility, has created notable structures like the SFMOMA and religious works. He also designed furniture.Read More →
Clément Mère (1861 – 1940) was a French painter and furniture builder known for Art Nouveau style and intricate, geometric furniture designs.Read More →
Raymond Subes, a renowned French metalsmith, produced intricate wrought iron designs and metalwork collaboration with architects, emphasizing straight lines and geometrical simplicity.Read More →
Max Ingrand (1908–1969), a renowned French artist and decorator, gained fame for his work in stained glass and studio glass, leaving a lasting artistic legacy.Read More →