Travellers, when visiting the french capital, have a tough time selecting all the places to visit. Lucky for us, the city has plenty of things to do – you almost don’t need a Paris guide. One of the best things to see in Paris is to let go of the […]
After winning the second edition of the Prix Versailles for Commercial Architecture, Alexander McQueen’s new Paris boutique has become the newest design icon for the city. We already knew that Paris is best known for the croissants, the Eiffel Tower and its beautiful architecture. And this boutique has proven just […]
Euro 2016: France is hosting the European Championship starting 10 June and for sure the stars can expect cinema rooms, computer games and table tennis at their luxury accommodations in the country. Top players such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney, and Zlatan Ibrahimovic will be fighting for the coveted trophy. In […]
Under a tight budget, an orphanage for teenagers was designed by Damien Brambilla. And it has actually become one of the most amazing things to see in Paris. Brambilla found in this group home that the bureaucracy was heavy, the room to design was something radical, more or less, non-existent. […]
Summer is coming and with the good weather, comes an amazing excuse to plan a trip to the french capital, perhaps with your better-half, for a romantic weekend. In that case, when wondering where to stay in Paris, you may want to consider La Maison Favart, one of the best […]
Until June 18th 2016 at the Grand Palais, Paris, there will be a 250-meter skeletal serpent. Why – you ask? Well, franco-chinese artist Huang Yong Ping has formed an immense immersive installation for Monumenta — now in its 7th edition. So, if you’re looking for Paris events to attend to, […]
The sixth of Renaissance Hotels has opened its doors in the neighbourhood of La Republique, Paris, and french designer Didier Gomez is the name behind the interiors. Known in the industry for his creations for Yves Saint Laurent and De Beers, among others – Gomez’s interiors give a contemporary feel, […]
You have already the plane tickets but still don’t know where to stay in Paris? Maybe you’d like to consider Le Meurice since it embodies the perfect French palace hotel. It has also been ranked among the most elegant hotels in the world, combining exceptional 18th-century opulence with contemporary chic, […]
Restaurants in Paris are one too many! But few stand out like Le Kong, that’s for sure. Designed by Philippe Starck and located in the 1st Arrondissement, Le Kong does not limit itself to the little bit extra and even goes over the top. It’s a cozy, modern and Japanese-inspired […]
Planning a trip to Paris may be the dream come true of many people, but although exciting, it’s not an easy task. Why? Because there are so many beautiful places to go and things to see in Paris that narrowing them down to those we can actualy visit, it’s not […]
In 2011, the SFL group, owner of the building complex entrusted Philippe Chiambaretta with the design and development of an ambitious restructuring project for office space. Consisting of three buildings, the Richelieu cluster has undergone a major redevelopment to create a high-end business center around flexible and modern platforms equipped […]
Opened since March 10 and located in the heart of the city’s Marais district, Supreme Paris store was kept a secret – as hoardings surrounded the retail unit – to conceal the fitting of the store’s interior, which contain artwork by the brand’s longtime affiliate Mark Gonzales. The big opening […]
Nearly 40 years after its inauguration, the church of the Diocese of Créteil was overdue for renovation and expansion. The Paris-based Architecture-Studio office was commissioned with the job. It took six years of construction, but the french firm Architecture-Studio has completed a $10 million expansion of Créteil Cathedral, located a […]
With so many options, deciding what to do in Paris can be a challenge. Many of us, when visiting the city, look for an insider’s guide to Paris, featuring the city’s best hotels, restaurants, bars, shops, attractions and things to do. Spending so much of his time there, Timothy Corrigan […]
Right after French food and the Eiffel Tower, we all think of fashion when we think of Paris. In fact, when it comes to fashion, we will always have Paris. This is a city where clothes are deemed just as much works of art as the Canalettos, Rodins and Gauguins […]
Paris boasts some of the most famous art galleries and museums in the world and is the home of priceless iconic art works dating back thousands of years, to modern and contemporary artists. In fact, Paris has long been synonymous with arts and cultural flair. With such a wealth of […]
For centuries Paris has been the laboratory where innovative architects and artists have come to test their ideas. And even on the present day, this is still true. The most visited city in the world has magnificent buildings, all designed in the most beautiful ways and with the best materials. […]
The City of Lights has a wealth of superb shops that rival the calibre of those found in any other global capital. From luxurious flagships to independent boutiques, the best shops as chosen by Parisians give you the rewarding retail experiences. Lighting stores are no exception. For that reason, if […]
Used to work on restaurant projects, bars, hotels and boutiques’s conception, Michael Malapert has now completed ‘L’appartement Saint-Martin’ – a cafe and bar in the city’s trendy St. Denis district. With these interiors, the Paris-based interior designer shows that his approach is equated with the effervescence of a chief in […]
Conceived as the french capital’s first great concert hall, the Philharmonie de Paris opened last january. The building was designed by acclaimed architect Jean Nouvel. The £280 million building, located in the city’s Parc de La Villette, features a multi-tonal facade of interlocking bird-shaped tiles that extend across both wall […]
Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris is a luxury hotel which offers a prestigious and practical location, just steps away from the Champs-Elysées, Arc de Triomphe and Faubourg Saint Honoré luxury shopping district. But that’s not all. In June 2008 it was renovated under the direction of renowned French designer […]
In case you’re visiting Paris soon, before you go, you must know that this stunning city not only has more hotels than any other city in the world, it also has some of the most beautiful and most celebrated. And boutique hotels are a must in the City of Light! […]
Even in the old days, Paris was quite a city. We all remember someone saying “Paris hasn’t changed a bit.” And it’s true: no big war destruction, architectural conservatism or any catastrophy has made the city lose its shine. It is known as the City of Love, where couples flock to […]
The Jardin des Tuileries is the quintessential French garden, with its verdant lawns, manicured rows of trees, and gravel paths, was designed by André Le Nôtre for Louis XIV. After the king moved his court to Versailles, in 1682, the Tuileries became the place for stylish Parisians to stroll. Between […]
Maison&Objet has selected a range of great accommodation solutions in Paris and near the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibitions Centre at the best price. Kyriad Le Blanc Mesnil The Kyriad Blanc Mesnil is a 3 stars hotel perfect for business travels. It is located 5 minutes from the Parc des Expositions […]
Vista Alegre – Founded in 1824, Vista Alegre is a porcelain factory that produces nearly 15 million pieces a year – from decorative porcelain, dinnerware and crystal pieces to barware and domestic hospitality collections, which are used in some of Europe’s finest hotels and restaurants. In a constant search for renovation, Vista Alegre reveals a huge […]