A Celebration of French Craft and Design: Oui Design! 2026

*Nicolas Pinon & Dimitry Hlinka,  2020 laureates of the Prix Liliane Bettencourt pour l’Intelligence de la Main®.

Image: © Crosby Studios

5pm-9pm | Andrée Putman Studio, 344 Bowery Street | RSVP required

Studio Andrée Putman invites you to a cocktail reception celebrating the opening of its New York City workspace. This new addition marks an important step in the international development of the studio, extending its dialogue with the city that has long been central to its history and influence.

During the evening, guests will discover a selection of iconic re-editions alongside new editions developed by the studio, reflecting the enduring relevance of Andrée Putman’s vision. These pieces illustrate a design approach where clarity of line meets a subtle and distinctive twist, creating objects that combine character, elegance, and thoughtful functionality.

The event will also feature a curated selection of archival works from the agency, offering insight into the creative universe that has shaped some of the most influential interior and product designs of the past decades. From hospitality and residential interiors to furniture and objects, these archives trace the evolution of a singular design language that continues to inspire contemporary creation.

Through this presentation, the studio highlights both the richness of its heritage and the vitality of its ongoing work. The evening offers an opportunity to celebrate this new chapter in New York while sharing the spirit of innovation, culture, and design that continues to define Studio Andrée Putman.

5pm – 9pm | Par Excellence Showroom, 344 Bowery Street (Floor 5) | RSVP required

In New York, Maison Parisienne Gallery presents an exhibition dedicated to French feather master Julien Vermeulen*.

For his first exhibition in the United States, Maison Parisienne unveils a selection of the artist’s unique artworks, in collaboration with Par Excellence New York.

Through decorative panels crafted from goose, peacock, turkey, and pheasant feathers, the artist explores iridescence, light, and the depth of black, drawing inspiration from Kasimir Malevitch and Pierre Soulages.

Burned, curled, woven, and dyed feathers are transformed into striking contemporary artworks, pushing the boundaries of an ancestral craft. The Art of Feathers reveals a bold and modern vision of exceptional feather craftsmanship.

* 2018 laureate of the Prix Liliane Bettencourt pour l’Intelligence de la Main®

4pm-5.30pm | Villa Albertine, 972 5th Avenue | RSVP required

Author, art historian, editor, and writer Gay Gassmann will present the life and art of French artist and academic Guy de Rougemont. From her initial meeting with the artist at his home in the South of France, which was published in Architectural Digest, to the completion of this first monograph on the artist, Gassmann traces the life and work of this extraordinary, multi-disciplinary artist and his ongoing devotion to color, form, and living with art.

In conversation with Sophie de Rougemont and the young, French gallerist, Paul Bourdet of Galerie Ketabi Bourdet, together they will bring the joyful and colorful world of Guy de Rougemont to life and share their enthusiasm and support of Rougemont in today’s world.

Image: ©Norma éditions

6pm-9pm | Amélie du Chalard Gallery, 85-87 Mercer Street | RSVP required

Amélie du Chalard Gallery celebrates the opening of Photon on May 15, a solo exhibition by Paris-based artist, craftsman, and designer Jeremy Maxwell Wintrebert*. Presenting works shaped through fire, breath, and gravity, Photon reflects his exploration of glass as cosmological material and vessel for light. On view through May 30.

The opening will feature an artist talk at 5:30 pm, followed by a cocktail to celebrate the exhibition.

Image: © JMW

* 2019 laureate of the Prix Liliane Bettencourt pour l’Intelligence de la Main®

10am-12pm | ATRA Form Gallery, 43 Clarkson Street

ATRA and Métaphores present Cosmo Nova, an immersive installation born from a dialogue between Emilie Paralitici and Alexander Diaz Andersson, reflecting a shared philosophy around creativity and time.

Inspired by the landscapes of space, nature, and imagined worlds, the installation invites visitors into a suspended environment where textiles, light, and form create a moment of pause. In contrast to fast-paced contemporary life, Cosmo Nova proposes a brief interruption—an opportunity to slow down, observe, and reconnect with a sense of wonder.

Conceived as a poetic environment rather than a traditional exhibition, Cosmo Nova invites visitors to imagine, dream, and reflect on our place within the wider universe.

Picture: © ATRA x Métaphores

6pm-8pm | Twenty First Gallery, 76 Franklin Street | RSVP required

10am-6pm | ICFF, Javits Center, 429 11th Avenue | RSVP required

11am-7pm | Geometry Garden & Floral, 44 Grand St Brooklyn

Come visit and refresh in the beautiful Geometry Garden & Floral shop in the heart of Williamsburg as Combray‘s designers present their new collection of hand embroidered textiles and art pieces. A complementary flowery beverage and ornaments will be offered as you browse through the delicate embroideries and gorgeous flower arrangements.

11am-3pm | Studio Anthost, 273 Calyer St #1306, Brooklyn | RSVP required

Le Studio Anthost invites you into the studio to create and connect around new works. During your visit, meet the ateliers behind the work, discover the latest creations, and take part in a quietly interactive experience.

Image: ©Astrid de saint Anthost

10am-6pm | ICFF, Javits Center, 429 11th Avenue | RSVP required

At 11:30am, join Emily Marant for a talk on “Design as Diplomacy: Soft Power, Hard Materials,” hosted by Amit Gupta.

11am-7pm | Geometry Garden & Floral, 44 Grand St Brooklyn

Come visit and refresh in the beautiful Geometry Garden & Floral shop in the heart of Williamsburg as Combray‘s designers present their new collection of hand embroidered textiles and art pieces. A complementary flowery beverage and ornaments will be offered as you browse through the delicate embroideries and gorgeous flower arrangements.

3.30pm-5.30pm | ETĒLINE, 601 West 26th Street (Suite 1425 A) | RSVP required

ETĒLINE presents a curated selection of handcrafted collectible, bespoke furniture, lighting, rugs, and decorative arts. This exhibition brings together the exceptional work of their French talents — each representing the highest level of French design and craftsmanship.

Image: © Pauline Shapiro

2pm-3pm | Todd Merrill Studio, 80 Lafayette Street | RSVP required

Join us for a tour of the Todd Merrill Studio led by directors Ryan Bradshaw Greene and Katharine Suarez in honor of Oui Design! Todd Merrill Studio represents an international group of established and emerging artists, each with a singular artistic vision and unprecedented point of view.

In creating unique works of collectible design, each artist takes a hands-on approach that intersects contemporary design, fine art, traditional craft techniques, and pioneering innovation.

Individually, through meticulous craftsmanship and rigorous studio experimentation, each has developed leading-edge, proprietary methods that break inherent limitations of conventional materials like wood, metal, plaster, concrete, ceramics, glass, and resin. Their intimate studio approach fosters an atmosphere of creativity where the work rendered significantly bears the hand of the artist.

We’ll place a special emphasis on the unique works by our French artists and designers including Alice Riehl (who has two concurrent museum solo exhibitions at the Museum of Arts and Design in New York City, and the Musée de la Toile de Jouy in Jouy-en-Josas, France), as well as Hervé Obligi, Gabriel Charbit, Jessica Boubetra & Jean Baptiste Lenglet, and new designer to the gallery, Clément Thevenot.

Collectively the artists are helping to create a new visual vocabulary that advances long-established artistic boundaries. Their dynamic, one-of-a-kind, and frequently groundbreaking works contribute to today’s increasingly relevant grey space between art and design.

With the gallery’s support, the artists’ works have entered the collections of major private and public patrons and prestigious museums including the Cooper Hewitt National Design Museum in New York; the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston; the Museum of Art and Design in New York; the High Museum in Atlanta; the Victoria and Albert Museum in London; the Carnegie Museum of Art in Philadelphia; the Houston Museum of Fine Arts; and the Brooklyn Museum in New York.

5pm-8pm | Ateliers De France NY Studio, D&D Building, 979 Third Ave, 12th Floor, Suite 1208 | RSVP required

From warm parquetry to the elegance of staff and decorative cornices, interior designer Joséphine Theet and Ateliers De France NY Studio reveal their collaborative process behind her latest projects. From initial vision to final touch, discover the shared expertise and attention to detail defining the soul of a French interior.

6pm-8pm | Prelle & Verrier Showroom, 43 East 10th Street

Prelle, the historic Lyon silk weaver, is partnering with Passementerie Verrier to present a new 2026 collection. Discover contemporary textiles and trims inspired by 18th-century craftsmanship, showcased on furniture from Maison Gerard in a special presentation celebrating the enduring artistry of French textile design.

Picture: © Prelle D&D Building

6pm-8pm | Maison Gerard, 43 &53 East 10th Street

Join Maison Gerard on May 20, 2026 for the opening celebration of Osanna Visconti’s debut exhibition with the New York gallery. Marking the Milan-based designer’s first solo presentation at Maison Gerard, the gallery will dedicate its main space at 53 East 10th Street to approximately two dozen of Visconti’s cast-bronze works, installed in a setting that highlights her dialogue with 20th-century design history.

For this exhibition, the gallery will present Osanna’s work alongside select examples of fine French Art Deco, 1940s French Modern, and important mid-century design, as well as a few significant works of art. By limiting the context to beautiful and important historic works, Maison Gerard underscores the timeless quality of Visconti’s practice while maintaining a focused curatorial lens.

Osanna’s practice centers on the ancient cera persa (lost-wax) casting technique, through which she transforms ephemeral botanical elements — bamboo stalks, leaves, branches, and floral forms — into permanent cast-bronze furnishings and objects. Each piece is hand-cast in Milan, preserving every vein and irregularity of the original material. The lost-wax process introduces subtle variation, making each work singular.

The exhibition draws from her celebrated collections — Paglia di Vienna, Bambù, Magnolia, Primavera, Rilievi, and Raggi — and includes mirrors, screens, tables, lighting, seating, and decorative objects. In collaboration with Benoist F. Drut, Osanna has also developed new works specifically for this presentation, expanding key designs for the American audience.

The May 20 opening offers an opportunity to experience Visconti’s sculptural bronzes in conversation with Maison Gerard’s signature presentation of historic design and art.

Picture: © Michael Mundy

6.30pm-8.30pm | Cultural Center, Lycée Français de New York, 505 East 75th Street

As part of the 100th anniversary of Art Deco, this conference explores the movement through a transatlantic perspective, examining the dialogue between Paris and New York during the early decades of the twentieth century. Emerging in France and crystallized around the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs, Art Deco developed as a synthesis of craftsmanship, decorative arts, and modern design principles.

In Paris, the movement remained closely tied to artisanal traditions, refined materials, and a strong culture of interior decoration. In New York, these influences were reinterpreted on a metropolitan scale, giving rise to a more monumental and vertical expression visible in architecture, interiors, and urban design.

By comparing key buildings, decorative motifs, materials, and design approaches, the talk highlights both the shared aesthetic vocabulary and the cultural distinctions that shaped Art Deco on each side of the Atlantic. Through this transatlantic lens, it reveals how the dialogue between Parisian refinement and New York’s modern ambition contributed to the international diffusion—and enduring legacy—of the Art Deco movement.

This conference is presented as part of the Oui Design Festival, organized by Villa Albertine in partnership with NYCxDESIGN. It will be led by Marie Godfrain, Editor-in-Chief of the magazine IDEAT, Loïc Turpin, Director of Development at the Mobilier National in Paris, and the interior design studio Véronique Cotrel.

5/14 – 5/20 | Mon-Sat, 10:30am-6:30pm | Laura Gonzalez Interiors, 102 Franklin St, NY 10013 

5/14 – 5/20 | Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm | Invisible Collection, 24 East 64th St

Invisible Collection presents Rooms of Wonder. An Italian Perspective by Droulers Architecture. This exhibition, specially curated to mark the exclusive collaboration between Invisible Collection and Droulers, also features works by Maison Leleu, alongside one-of-a-kind creations by the laureates of the Prix Liliane Bettencourt pour l’Intelligence de la Main®.

Set in Invisible Collection’s Upper East Side gallery, the scenography is both sophisticated and serene. Each room is conceived as a tableau, evoking intimate settings, as though visitors were stepping into a collector’s home, where art and design coexist naturally. Acting as an ensemblier, Invisible Collection has invited two singular voices in the world of interior design.

Droulers Architecture, led by sisters Virginie and Nathalie, has long been among the most sought-after studios for exceptional private residences and high-profile retail spaces. Their signature reflects a deep understanding of fine craftsmanship, a bold use of color, and richly textured atmospheres, combined with a refined ability to balance contemporary pieces with carefully selected vintage works. For Rooms of Wonder, alongside their latest creations, they present a unique 1970s bar, set against a bespoke wood backdrop inlaid with mother-of-pearl.

With Maison Leleu, now under the direction of Alexia, the great granddaughter of Jules Leleu, visitors are immersed in an atmosphere that reveals a striking continuity between the 1920s and the present day. Art Deco has rarely felt more alive or relevant than in this setting, where iconic designs by Jules Leleu are reinterpreted with a contemporary sensibility — preserving the maison’s DNA while renewing its expression.

The exhibition is punctuated by works from the three laureates of the 26th edition of the Prix Liliane Bettencourt pour l’Intelligence de la Main®. This marks the beginning of a special collaboration between Invisible Collection and the Fondation Bettencourt, reaffirming a shared commitment to supporting exceptional craftsmanship and promoting the richness of French artisanal traditions to an international audience. The three laureates are Jean-Brieuc Chevalier*, presenting a wooden screen with hand-embroidered details; Elodie Michaud and Rebecca Fezard**, presenting the Leatherstone© coffee table made from recycled leather offcuts; and the Musée de la Nacre et de la Tabletterie***, presenting objects crafted from mother-of-pearl.

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Invisible Collection has established itself as a leading gallery for collectible design, championing an aesthetic rooted in the tradition of the great French ensembliers, reimagined for 21st-century collectors.

* Jean-Brieuc Chevalier: Prix Liliane Bettencourt pour l’Intelligence de la main® – 2025 Talents d’exception

**  Elodie Michaud and Rebecca Fezard: Prix Liliane Bettencourt pour l’Intelligence de la main® – 2025 Dialogues

*** Musée de la Nacre et de la Tabletterie: Prix Liliane Bettencourt pour l’Intelligence de la main® – 2025 Parcours

5/14 – 5/20 | Thu-Wed, 11am-6pm | ATRA Form Gallery, 43 Clarkson Street

ATRA and Métaphores present Cosmo Nova, an immersive installation born from a dialogue between Emilie Paralitici and Alexander Diaz Andersson, reflecting a shared philosophy around creativity and time.

Inspired by the landscapes of space, nature, and imagined worlds, the installation invites visitors into a suspended environment where textiles, light, and form create a moment of pause. In contrast to fast-paced contemporary life, Cosmo Nova proposes a brief interruption—an opportunity to slow down, observe, and reconnect with a sense of wonder.

Conceived as a poetic environment rather than a traditional exhibition, Cosmo Nova invites visitors to imagine, dream, and reflect on our place within the wider universe.

Image: © ATRA x Métaphores

5/13 – 5/20 | 10am – 5pm | Par Excellence Showroom, 344 Bowery Street (Floor 5) | RSVP required

In New York, Maison Parisienne Gallery presents an exhibition dedicated to French feather master Julien Vermeulen*.

For his first exhibition in the United States, Maison Parisienne unveils a selection of the artist’s unique artworks, in collaboration with Par Excellence New York.

Through decorative panels crafted from goose, peacock, turkey, and pheasant feathers, the artist explores iridescence, light, and the depth of black, drawing inspiration from Kasimir Malevitch and Pierre Soulages.

Burned, curled, woven, and dyed feathers are transformed into striking contemporary artworks, pushing the boundaries of an ancestral craft. The Art of Feathers reveals a bold and modern vision of exceptional feather craftsmanship.

* 2018 laureate of the Prix Liliane Bettencourt pour l’Intelligence de la Main®

5/15 – 20/5 | Thu-Wed, 10am-5pm | Sutton Tower, 430 E 58th Street | RSVP required

Join us for a private tour and step into the world of comfort crafted by Tréca Paris.

Founded in 1935, Tréca Paris is a French Maison renowned for its expertise in high-end beds and mattresses. Each piece is meticulously handmade in the brand’s French ateliers, where a tradition of craftsmanship and savoir-faire has been passed down from generation to generation and refined over decades.

During this private tour, guests will discover the world of Tréca Paris and the artisanal techniques behind its exceptional comfort. From meticulously crafted mattresses to beautifully designed beds, the Maison offers a wide range of bed bases, headboards, and accessories, alongside fully bespoke options developed to meet the unique needs of each project.

An invitation to experience the heritage, materials, and craftsmanship that have defined Tréca Paris for nearly a century.

Image: © Alexander Ayer – Diversity Pictures (@diversitypics)

5/14 – 5/20 | Mon-Fri, 10am-6pm ; Sat 5/16 12pm-6pm | Royère Gallery New York, 315 Spring Street

For renowned 20th-century décorateur-ensemblier Jean Royère, to create a “harmonious spectacle to enchant the eye, rejoice the heart and elevate the spirit” was his raison d’être. A master of color as well as of form, Jean Royère embraced a wide spectrum of hues ranging from vibrant primaries and dusty jewel tones to quieter, pastel palettes—often in unconventional combinations. A joyously unrestrained tableau that reveals an unexpected harmony, the result of an instinctual yet meticulous vision.

This spring, Royère Gallery New York presents an exhibition celebrating Jean Royère’s exuberant use of color in a collection of iconic and newly released archival pieces that exemplify the creative freedom and joie de vivre that are the hallmarks of his whimsical yet elegant designs. Referencing the palettes found in his realized interiors as well as gouache illustrations developed for projects around the world, the installation brings a fresh perspective to well-known works.

Picture: Projet de Salle de Conseil (n°11.832), Jean Royère, 1945–55.
© Les Arts Décoratifs / ADAGP, Paris (2024) © The Estate of Jean Royère

9am-5pm | D&D Building, 979, Third Avenue, 5th Floor 

Showrooms : Assouline Books and Gifts (Suite 101), Ateliers De France New York Studio (Suite 1208), Daum (Suite 903), Élitis (Suite 611), Féau Boiseries (Suite 508), Houlés (Suite 919), Nobilis  (Suite 512), Pierre Frey (Suite 1611), Ressource House of Paints & Wallpaper Design (Suite 1507), Ronit Anderson (Suite 1016), Saint-Louis (Suite 816), Scalamandré (Lelièvre) (Suite 1002), THG Paris (Suite 1206)

May 14: Spring Market Day

Image: © Matthew Carasella

5/15-5/20 | 5pm-9pm | Andrée Putman Studio, 344 Bowery Street | RSVP required

Studio Andrée Putman invites you to a cocktail reception celebrating the opening of its New York City workspace. This new addition marks an important step in the international development of the studio, extending its dialogue with the city that has long been central to its history and influence.

During the evening, guests will discover a selection of iconic re-editions alongside new editions developed by the studio, reflecting the enduring relevance of Andrée Putman’s vision. These pieces illustrate a design approach where clarity of line meets a subtle and distinctive twist, creating objects that combine character, elegance, and thoughtful functionality.

The event will also feature a curated selection of archival works from the agency, offering insight into the creative universe that has shaped some of the most influential interior and product designs of the past decades. From hospitality and residential interiors to furniture and objects, these archives trace the evolution of a singular design language that continues to inspire contemporary creation.

Through this presentation, the studio highlights both the richness of its heritage and the vitality of its ongoing work. The evening offers an opportunity to celebrate this new chapter in New York while sharing the spirit of innovation, culture, and design that continues to define Studio Andrée Putman.

5/18-5/20, 10am-6pm | 5/21, 10am-5pm | Twenty First Gallery, 76 Franklin Street

New Artists & Works brings together recent additions to Twenty First alongside new and significant pieces by the gallery’s long-standing artists. Spanning sculptural furniture, lighting, and wall-based works, the exhibition foregrounds material transformation — where wood is carved and charred, surfaces are layered and worked by hand, and forms shift between the organic and the architectural.

We are proud to introduce Clotilde Ancarani, Géraldine Cornette de Saint Cyr, Kaspar Hamacher, and J McDonald, whose practices expand the gallery’s program through distinct material languages and bold formal gestures. They are presented alongside Jean-Marie Fiori, Alice Gavlet, Alexandra Mocanu, Emmée Parizot, Marcin Rusak, and Rowin’Atelier, whose evolving bodies of work continue to shape the gallery’s vision for contemporary collectible design.

Image: © Arturo Sanchez