Paris Design Week 2024, held in the heart of the French capital, was a vibrant spectacle of design innovation that attracted crowds despite frigid temperatures. From January 18th to 22nd, the city’s central districts came alive with over 100 showrooms, apartments, and pop-up spaces showcasing the latest in fabric, wallpaper, lighting, and furniture.
This year’s event was a melting pot of styles, with established brands and up-and-coming designers unveiling bold new collections that pushed creative boundaries.
A Journey Through Textiles: Dedar Milano and Sahco
Italian design house Dedar Milano presented “Contemporary Archives,” a collection that beautifully blends classical and modern aesthetics. Dedar describes this collection as a captivating journey through time, where timeless tiger skin patterns intertwine with intriguing labyrinths and geometric motifs inspired by suit fabrics. The collection even features abstract reinterpretations of Japanese figurative art, showcasing the brand’s diverse artistic influences.
One of the most striking features of the collection is the reimagining of Dedar’s woven jacquard tiger skin. This deep orange fabric now comes in three distinct variations, each with a subtly different tiger-print scale.
Sahco, a textile company with a rich 200-year history, unveiled a new collection inspired by Neo-classicism in the Nordics. The designs seamlessly blend elements of randomness and control, flamboyance and restraint.
Standout pieces include “Deedee,” a graphic polka dot design with a shimmery finish, “Fiorella,” a dramatic floral pattern framed by expanses of blank space, and “Satora,” a bold graphic leopard print available in a vibrant color palette.
Luxury Redefined: Loro Piana and Studio Liaigre
Loro Piana, renowned for its luxurious textiles, showcased a collection focused on personalization for the bedroom, dining room, bath, and spa. The brand presented a range of bespoke tablecloths, placemats, and napkins, offering a touch of elegance to any setting. Organic cotton and linen bedding ensured a luxurious and comfortable sleep experience, while a queen-size cashmere blanket with a choice of cashmere chevron ribbon added an exquisite touch.
The “Sils Stripe” rug, meticulously handwoven in New Zealand wool, was another highlight. The collection also featured a selection of new indoor fabrics, including interpretations of Harris Tweed, cashmere and wool blends, and unique combinations of hemp, jute, cotton, and viscose.
Studio Liaigre curated a capsule collection of five exquisite pieces originally designed by Christian Liaigre for the prestigious Hotel Costes. The collection embodies the studio’s signature style of clean lines and simplicity, showcasing classic neutral color palettes in both seating and lighting designs.
Contemporary Craftsmanship: Delcourt Collection and The Socialite Family
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Delcourt Collection presented a curated series of contemporary furniture designs called “Piece By Piece.” Each piece embodies the design philosophy of Christophe Delcourt, who captures the essence of French craftsmanship with elegance and discretion.
The “Nin” console, with its carved wooden base and curvaceous lines, exudes a totem-esque aesthetic. The “Oko” side table, with its compact cube-like form and high-gloss glaze, adds a touch of refined elegance to any space.
The Socialite Family presented “La Scopa,” a curated display of furniture, homeware, and art in a classic Parisian apartment. The theme of gaming, specifically the centuries-old Italian game “La Scopa,” served as the inspiration for the collection.
The “Rotondo” modular sofa, with its baby-blue and red pinstripe design, stole the show. The collection also featured pieces selected in collaboration with the Puces de Saint-Owen, a renowned Parisian flea market.
Honoring Legacy: Tolix, Pauline Deltour, and Ligne Roset
The iconic “Tolix” chair, originally designed by Xavier Pauchard in 1934, remains a timeless classic. The late Pauline Deltour‘s “Patio” collection for the brand, known for its considered design lines, material finishes, and colors, was completed by her team after her passing.
The complete collection, showcased at the Septieme Gallery, effortlessly embodies Deltour’s unique signature.
Ligne Roset announced the release of a series of 18 designs by the late midcentury designer Pierre Guariche, through its sister brand Cinna. The collection, several years in the making, embodies Guariche’s innovative approach to design, perfectly aligning with Ligne Roset’s legacy of avant-garde design.
Among the remarkable pieces is the “Vallée Blanche” chaise longue, originally designed in 1963. Its horizontal and elegant form oozes panache. The first pieces will be available in May 2024.
Sustainable Design: Project 213A and Little Greene
Project 213A, founded by four friends with a shared commitment to sustainable design, presented a collection of modern furniture and homeware. The team uses characterful materials and local craftsmanship in Northern Portugal to create unique designs.
The “Mirror” lounge chair and the “Porto” modular sofa were among the highlights of their Paris Design Week debut.
Little Greene, known for its vibrant color palettes, showcased the fourth installment of their “National Trust Papers” collection. Inspired by wallpaper designs discovered at historic National Trust properties, the collection captures a range of botanical styles in contemporary colorways.
Botanical Inspiration: Rubelli and Hermès
Led by its new creative directors, Formafantasma, Rubelli, a fabric and wallpaper design house with a 130-year legacy, presented a new collection called “Gardens”. The collection features literal and abstract botanical-themed designs in a palette of sherbet hues.
Hermès unveiled a new tableware collection under the artistic direction of Benoît-Pierre Emery. The collection features fine drawings inspired by equestrian braiding, colored in “tangy” hues of lemon, mint, petrol blue, and neutral shades reminiscent of natural leathers.
The Glamour of Collaboration: Fromental and Marta Sala Éditions
Fromental collaborated with Marta Sala Éditions to present “The New Guilded Age” in a series of curated rooms. Four distinctive Fromental wallcoverings, including “Haiku,” “Molten,” “Equus,” and “Kiku Garden,” set the backdrop for the spaces, adorned with Marta Sala Éditions furniture.
Paris Design Week 2024 was a testament to the enduring power of design, showcasing the latest trends, honoring heritage, and highlighting the importance of sustainability and craftsmanship. From bold new collections to timeless classics, the event provided a platform for creativity and innovation, leaving a lasting impression on the world of design.
