François Champsaur was born in Marseille but has been based in Paris since the late ’80s. His Mediterranean roots have influenced his work. Diploma in Fine Arts in Marseille and Arts Decorative in Paris (ENSAD), François Champsaur created his interior design office and furniture design in 1996.
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He transformed an apartment near the Trocadero neighborhood in Paris into a modern and strong living space. In this Paris apartment, we see that the French style is about incorporating the old with the new and letting unique pieces complement the overall decoration.
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Between design and decoration, his work seduces by its ability to thrill while passing the image of an optimistic world. With both vision and discretion, François Champsaur steps back, allowing the space to become a living creature.
His work on Hôtel du Ministère, Paris, was a true example of his talent. Retro touches from the 1950s are mixed with modern design – creating a contemporary and stylish hotel experience. Marble finishes are juxtaposed with wood, and natural tones are combined with vibrant splashes of color. Warm-toned carpets with geometric prints create an inviting feel to the rooms and suites throughout the hotel.
The visitor, once the threshold of the hotel crossed, penetrates into a bright and luxurious interior. The original marble floor was retained, but combined with glass entrance doors, contract furniture, and a refined desk, the combination of tradition and modernity can be seen from the lobby.
Since then, he accumulates prestigious achievements in the restoration area, Café de l’Alma, in Paris, hotels, Hôtel Montalembert, in Paris, and fashion, Nina Ricci.
Located in the heart of the Saint-Germain-des-Prés quarter, the Hotel Montalembert was the first 5 stars boutique hotel on the Rive Gauche. Built-in 1926, this contemporary chic design hotel has become an important literary address with the creation in 2006 of the Prize for a First Novel by a Woman which is awarded here.
The original building consists of a farmhouse with its barn, stables, and attics, not to mention the large family house. In addition to the cubic part of the villa, both massive and elegant, the former owners’ house is flanked by a high square tower such as one finds in northern Italy – a nod to Michel’s transalpine roots. Troisgros. From this set, the entire exterior structure and a large part of the interior have been kept to house twelve bedrooms, two living rooms, and the all-white room reserved for breakfast.