It’s always an exciting day here at Atelier Viollet when we receive a supply shipment of an exotic material. We’re particularly fond of the hand-stitched hessian packaging for this recent shipment from India. We’ll be elaborating more on material inside soon, so be sure to keep an eye on our blog by subscribing in the box to… [Read More]
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Atelier Viollet Produces Straw Marquetry Panelling For M/Y Quattroelle
Atelier Viollet recently completed magnificent straw marquetry panelling for a media cabinet as well as a set of doors for the newly constructed super yacht, M/Y Quattroelle. We’re collectively honored to be involved in the construction of such a grand interior. Measuring in at a full 85 meters, the ship represents “four Ls”, as per its name: Love, Life, Liberty,… [Read More]
Atelier Viollet Breathes New Life Into A Mid-Century Office Chair
One weekend in the early ’90s, Jean-Paul was scouring antique shops in downtown Manhattan when he stumbled across a gem in the sea of vintage home goods and furniture. It was a set of leather, bronze and steel office chairs that contained a certain refined character, even despite not being in the best condition. He… [Read More]
Jean-Paul Viollet’s Lab
Thomas Edison had one. Einstein, too. If you’re the sort of guy who likes to experiment, you need a lab. Jean-Paul Viollet is fortunate to have one just a few steps from his desk. It sits behind an unmarked door in the office of his Brooklyn shop. Step inside and you will find a magnificent… [Read More]
Atelier Viollet Featured In New York Spaces Magazine, October 2012
In October 2012 New York Spaces Magazine featured an article showcasing a bookcase designed by Jean-Paul Viollet, built of burn ash, straw marquetry, Lucite, and blackened steel. From the brink of extinction, straw marquetry’s exquisite patterns were rescued by the award-winning Sandrine Viollet. Each piece of wheat, rye or oat straw is opened, flattened and dyed by hand. Then… [Read More]