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Jean-Paul Viollet

June 23, 2014 By zak

Visit to a Gypsum Quarry

Selenite crystal, or more commonly known as gypsum, is a valued mineral that has been used for thousands of years. Ancient Egyptians were one of the first to use it as plaster, and incorporated it into the construction of the pyramids. Gypsum can be found all around the world and holds many different purposes. Furniture… [Read More]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: gypsum furniture, gypsum quarry, custom furniture, atelier viollet, Jean-Paul Viollet

February 10, 2014 By Nicolas Viollet

Cabinet in Gypsum, Palmwood & Gilt Bronze

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: atelier viollet, custom furniture, gilt bronze, gypsum cabinet, gypsum furniture, Jean-Paul Viollet, palmwood furniture

February 3, 2014 By Nicolas Viollet

Jean-Paul Viollet On Artisanal Specs

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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January 13, 2014 By Nicolas Viollet

Sandrine Viollet On Straw Marquetry

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: straw furniture, straw marquetry furniture, sandrine viollet, atelier viollet, custom furniture, Jean-Paul Viollet

December 12, 2013 By Nicolas Viollet

A New Shipment of Gypsum

A new shipment of Gypsum arrived at our workshop recently. A very difficult material to process, it will be used in a new prototype for which fabrication will begin shortly. Here at Atelier Viollet, we pride ourselves in being on the front lines of exploration when it comes to innovative applications of our favorite materials,… [Read More]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: brooklyn, atelier viollet, custom furniture, gypsum, gypsum furniture, Jean-Paul Viollet

October 2, 2013 By Nicolas Viollet

Shagreen Mosaic Coffee Table

One of our recent projects, inspired by the aesthetic vision of Jean-Royere and designed by Sean Johnson Interior Design, is a custom shagreen coffee table, featuring shagreen mosaic tiles. The color was created entirely in-house, and each of the tiles were carefully selected and precisely fitted by hand. The result is a sleek, modern, textured look… [Read More]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: brooklyn, coffee table, custom furniture, custom table, Jean-Paul Viollet, shagreen furniture, shagreen table, atelier viollet

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