Le Berre Vevaud crafts a Parisian townhouse that pairs a mesmerising blend of art and design with an utterly calming wellness room
The 16th arrondissement of Paris is an artistic district known for its storied mix of museums and art nouveau architecture, as well as its graceful rows of prized abodes. In this notable neighbourhood stands an enchanting hôtel particulier designed by Le Berre Vevaud—this grand Parisian townhouse is the home of a French couple and their two children.
Having been familiarised with the work of Le Berre Vevaud through their friends, the clients engaged the Paris-based firm to undertake the renovation of their residence, with the aim of highlighting their extensive art collection and crafting a comforting atmosphere within a contemporary interior. While marrying elements of art and design is already de rigueur for the studio, what was unusual about this 3,229 sq ft property was the requirement for a wellness zone.
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“The concept behind the renovation was to create an elegant and sophisticated space full of natural light and rich in soul. We wanted to design a space that resonated with the owners’ personal aesthetic and lifestyle to create a home that would enchant their daily lives, blending the art of living with comfort,” say Raphaël Le Berre and Thomas Vevaud, the founders of their eponymous practice.
Right from the start, the designers were taken with the original architectural elements, admiring the grandeur of the abode’s voluminous spaces and the “incredible amount of light in the space”. Still, they felt that the home needed an extensive makeover to realise its full potential. With art being a personal passion of the owners, their treasured paintings and sculptures became a big part of the design process.
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