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The Official Atelier Viollet Blog

Meet The Atelier Viollet Team: Waldemar Gozdek

March 3, 2014 By Nicolas Viollet

Waldemar Gozdek has worked for Atelier Viollet for over 10 years. He can attest to the morning routine the entire workshop knows so well: at 7:30 am, Jean Paul Viollet enters the workshop, greets his employees with a handshake, and discusses the day’s plan. “Without this simple routine,” Gozdek adds, “any given day could go… [Read More]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: staff profile, Walderma Gozdek, atelier viollet, brooklyn, craftsman, custom furniture

Meet The Atelier Viollet Team: Joseph Taliercio

February 28, 2014 By Nicolas Viollet

Joseph Taliercio has worked with Atelier Viollet for two years, and he is very clear about the impact his time at the workshop has made on his life. Aside from mastering new techniques, like working with exotic materials, specialty dying processes, and various metal patinas, he admits to feeling inspired by Jean-Paul Viollet’s passion for his… [Read More]

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Cabinet in Gypsum, Palmwood & Gilt Bronze

February 10, 2014 By Nicolas Viollet

Atelier Viollet recently completed a cabinet in gypsum, palmwood & gilt bronze, designed by Jean-Paul Viollet. This is the newest addition to our line of gypsum pieces. The mitered joinery at the sides gives the gypsum a “waterfall” effect. We are excited to share this newest piece with you.

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: custom furniture, gilt bronze, gypsum cabinet, gypsum furniture, Jean-Paul Viollet, palmwood furniture, atelier viollet

Jean-Paul Viollet On Artisanal Specs

February 3, 2014 By Nicolas Viollet

Jean-Paul Viollet was featured in a recent post on Artisanal Specs, a monthly online publication that showcases top artisans and specialty craftspeople. Read a sample of the post below: “It is not just anyone who possesses the gift of creating a literal object of desire. Thumbing back through time, through an infinite catalogue of mythical objects, it remains… [Read More]

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Vintage Art Deco: Devantures de Boutiques

January 27, 2014 By Nicolas Viollet

Atelier Viollet acquired a new collection of vintage books of the Art Deco era: Devantures de Boutiques, by Louis-Pierre Sezille, originally published in Paris, 1927. This particular folio contains wonderful plates of storefronts by renown architects. We’re excited to share this addition to our library collection, as well as to share our passion for Art… [Read More]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Devantures de Boutiques, Louis-Pierre Sezille, art deco, Art Deco era, art deco style, atelier viollet, custom furniture

Atelier Viollet On Dering Hall

January 20, 2014 By Nicolas Viollet

Atelier Viollet is now featured on Dering Hall: the online marketplace for great design. Dering Hall features the finest in interior designers, architects, and artisans as well as products in the realm of  high-end home furnishings and accessories. “At Dering Hall we are passionate about design and broadening the audience for the best the industry has to… [Read More]

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Sandrine Viollet On Straw Marquetry

January 13, 2014 By Nicolas Viollet

In a recent article published in the Financial Times, Sandrine Viollet discussed straw marquetry furniture technique. “What fascinates me is that you start with such a simple material and end up with beautiful furniture,” says Sandrine Viollet, master of straw marquetry at Atelier Viollet. “You can’t use any machines to work the straw “ only… [Read More]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Jean-Paul Viollet, sandrine viollet, straw furniture, straw marquetry furniture, atelier viollet, custom furniture

Happy Holidays from Atelier Viollet

December 23, 2013 By Nicolas Viollet

All of us at Atelier Viollet would like to extend our sincerest holiday greetings to our clients, friends and family for a joyous, healthy holiday season and new year. We look forward to sharing our upcoming endeavors here on the blog.

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