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drawing board

August 19, 2016 By Nicolas Viollet

Atelier Viollet Drawing Board

Jean-Paul Viollet uses the massive drawing board as one of the first steps in his creative process. Located in the workshop’s office, it is the nucleus of future projects, where Jean-Paul and his team can visualize their plans. Sketched by hand in pencil, the drawings’ proximity to sample materials (some seen below) allow for the… [Read More]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: atelier viollet, Jean-Paul Viollet, 2016, creative, drawing board, drawings, inspiration, projects

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Jean-Paul Viollet has spent a lifetime mastering Art Deco design. All that labor is clearly reflected in his Brooklyn furniture showroom.

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