Today in Paris, the awe-inspiring second edition of Design Miami.Paris is unveiled once again at L’hôtel de Maisons, on view through October 20. Running concurrently with Art Basel Paris, the prestigious fair sets the 18th-century mansion aglow with presentations from more than 20 collectible design galleries. This year, Design Miami.Paris pays distinct homage to the ever-evolving influence of Modernism, as well as welcomes visitors on a journey through materiality and the revelatory designers who are graciously and skillfully shaping the industry.
Sarah Myerscough Gallery at Design Miami Paris.2023. Image courtesy of James Harris for Design Miami.Paris.
Design Miami.Paris Returns to the City in a Meaningful Moment
“This has been a pivotal year for Paris, and we are pleased to be returning to the cultural capital this Fall to contribute to the creative momentum,” said Jen Roberts, Design Miami’s CEO. “Design Miami.Paris marks a new key moment on the annual design calendar each October— with an ever-expanding design scene that we are lucky to be helping to cultivate, through a diverse set of contemporary and historic programming that captures the past, present, and future of collectible design. “
“This has been a pivotal year for Paris, and we are pleased to be returning to the cultural capital this Fall to contribute to the creative momentum,”
—Jen Roberts
Galerie Jacques Lacoste at Design Miami.Paris 2023. Image courtesy of James Harris for Design Miami.Paris.
Design Miami.Paris at L’hôtel de Maisons Unites Historic and Contemporary Design
“This year we’re returning to L’hôtel de Maisons to bring over 20 of the world’s leading collectible design galleries together under one roof,” said Grela Orihuela, Design Miami’s Senior VP of Fairs. “Each gallery will offer a unique exhibition of historic and contemporary pieces that come together to tell the story of great design across the rooms of the historic mansion—furnished by the greats of Modernism, through to emerging 21st-century icons. ”
Within dramatic, meticulously created scenographies, more than 20 leading galleries from across the globe offer design gems under thoughtful themes. Material Marvels uplifts groundbreaking collectible designs with masterful craftsmanship from exhibitors including Galerie Desprez-Bréhéret (Paris), Galerie Yves Gastou (Paris), Galerie kreo (Paris), and Galerie MiniMasterpiece (Paris). Refined Rarities shines light on deft, cutting-edge designers and their perfected works of art. Here, Paris-based visionary Raphael Navot showcases the sumptuous Encompass sofa, while the dynamic Joris Laarman presents the new, sculptural Ply Loop Chair.
“Fallen and Risen,” 2016 by Wendall Castle for Friedman Benda & Carpenter’s Workshop Gallery at Design Miami.Paris 2024 (Image credit: Daniel Kukla).
The profound Legacy of Modernism is illuminated by esteemed spaces like Galerie Patrick Seguin (Paris), who focuses on French Modernism with dazzling 20th-century pieces by Jean Prouvé, Le Corbusier, and Jean Royère. Morentz (Waalwijk) honors design legends with authoritative attention to restoration, and brings the wonders of George Nakashima, Jose Zanine Caldas, and Paavo Tynell to Design Miami.Paris.
Sparking scintillating conversation between international luminaries, the Cultural Exchange category hosts top galleries like Galerie Eric Philippe (Paris), who brilliantly intermingles Historical Swedish Design with American Modernism. Nilufar Gallery (Milan) proves that vintage and contemporary designs joined together can be a match made in heaven with standouts like Gino Levi Montalcini and Giuseppe Pagano’s darkly, sensual armchairs.
“This year we’re returning to L’hôtel de Maisons to bring over 20 of the world’s leading collectible design galleries together under one roof,”
—Grela Orihuela
Galerie kreo at Design Miami.Paris 2023. Image courtesy of James Harris for Design Miami.Paris.
A Comprehensive Design at Large Program Offers Must-See Conceptual Novelties
Within the striking second edition of Design Miami.Paris, a comprehensive Design at Large program introduces visitors to conceptual novelties both inside the mansion and throughout the vibrant outdoor courtyard, and 17 outstanding creations from past and present beckon a closer look. Carpenters Workshop Gallery (London/Paris/New York/Los Angeles) and Friedman Benda (New York/LA/Paris) raise the curtain on two pieces by distinguished American designer Wendell Castle; Never Grow Old (2014) and Fallen and Risen (2016) beautifully utilize bronze, exploring the far reaches of control and release.
A bevy of spirited partner activations unfolds during the run of the fair. SCAD reveals the latest creations of their talented alumni, including exquisite works and installations by Trish Andersen, Lærke Lillelund, Bradley Bowers, and Eny Lee Parker. In addition, Fornasetti dedicates space to its phenomenal heritage with two limited edition turmeaus: Riflesso di Architettura and Architettura Archetipo. Two astounding vases of the archives also make an appearance, celebrating the soaring standards of the Milanese atelier then and now.
“Acrostic (Encompass),” 2020 by Raphael Navot for Friedman Benda at DESIGN MIAMI.PARIS 2024 (Image courtesy of Friedman Benda and Raphael Navot).
L’hôtel de Maisons, Paris. Photo by Fabrice Gousset.
