Patrick Sevray began working at Atelier Viollet in February of 2014. Although the newest member of the team, he has quickly adapted to the workshop’s environment. He starts every morning like the rest of the team by checking in with Jean Paul Viollet to discuss what his day will look like. He then prepares himself for… [Read More]
behind the scenes
The Story of Atelier Viollet’s Scale Model Furniture
Jean-Paul Viollet tells the story behind Atelier Viollet’s scale model furniture: “The idea behind fabricating the scale models of furniture came about when I was working with a very busy client. I was only allowed a few minutes of their time to present my concept of design for a commission. Instead of presenting them with… [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]