Chapo Création
Chapo Création has the mission to cherish the heritage of the famous designer Pierre Chapo. The story of Pierre Chapo as a designer begun after the war when he took the entrance exam for architecture at the Beaux Arts in Paris. The classics, Greek, Roman, the masters of the Bauhaus, Frank Lloyd Wright, Buckminster Fuller, Le Corbusier, Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe and many others inspired him. After returning from a trip to North America with his partner Nicole, they opened the Chapo Gallery in the Paris 5th arrondissement in 1958. Alongside his first pieces of furniture, he exhibited decorative objects, lighting, crockery, ceramics and Scandinavian design furniture. In his father-in-law's wood workshop in Clamart, he made his first models on his own, including the L01, known as the Godot bed, commissioned by Samuel Beckett, the T01 table and the S01 stool. Not far from there, on Boulevard Saint Germain, Steph Simon, Knoll, Sentou and La Maison des Métiers d'Art were all established. Artists, projects and work intersected, intermingled, supported or competed with each other: Scandinavia, Les Arcs, Serge Mouille, Charlotte Perriand, the Modulor, Georges Jouve, Japan, Simone Prouvé, Georges Candilis, Arne Jacobsen and Isamu Noguchi. Over the years, more than 100 designs created by Pierre Chapo have seen the light of day. Many of these designs will go down in the history of twentieth-century design.
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Pierre Chapo
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Key points
- Renowned for over 100 unique designs, blending craftsmanship with modernity
- Influenced by Bauhaus, Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier, and other architectural masters
- Chapo Création is led by his grandson Zoran Chapo, preserving and innovating on Pierre Chapo’s legacy through new collaborations
- Fidel Chapo (his son) played a key role in the revival of the brand until his passing in 2021
Nationality
French designer
Style: Between modernity and tradition
- Clean lines, geometric shapes, sturdy structures
- Strong architectural influence (Bauhaus, Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier)
- Functional, highlighting the natural beauty of solid wood
- Iconic pieces (T01 table, S01 stool) feature innovative assembly close to craftsmanship
Overview
Studio Background
- Pierre Chapo began as an architect (Beaux-Arts de Paris), opened Galerie Chapo in 1958 with Nicole Lormier (his wife)
- Showcased his own work alongside Scandinavian and modern design
- Focused on craftsmanship, innovating with wood to create iconic furniture pieces
- Chapo Création has been revived by his descendants, producing his designs using traditional techniques and exploring new collaborations (e.g. Yves Salomon)
Founders
- Pierre Chapo (1927–1987)
- Current: Zoran Chapo (Director General)
Approach, design philosophy
- Combines tradition and modernity, focused on functionality and local materials (elm, oak)
- Zoran Chapo: Embraces his grandfather’s values, adapting to contemporary demands (sustainability, collaboration)
- Fidel Chapo: “We still make furniture exactly as my father designed it. We are faithful to his legacy.”
Style
- Architectural precision, geometric forms, organic simplicity
- Every piece is faithful to the original, yet relevant for modern tastes
Main inspirations
- Masters of modern architecture, craftsmanship, travels in North & South America
- Nicole Lormier’s artistic vision
- Zoran Chapo: Balancing heritage with sustainable design techniques
Identity and aesthetics
- Commitment to authenticity and simplicity
- Innovative joinery and handcrafted quality
- Natural beauty of wood is always foregrounded
Values
- Sustainability
- Craftsmanship
- Preserving Pierre Chapo’s legacy while evolving with innovation and collaboration
Creative process
- Meticulous craftsmanship: wood selection, traditional assembly (“48×72”, “Chlacc” systems)
- Ensures durability and aesthetic purity
Production and materials
- Solid oak and elm, sourced from sustainable forests
- Finished with linseed oil and turpentine for a timeless, eco-responsible look
Production methods
- Traditional woodworking techniques mixed with contemporary know-how
- All pieces retain the integrity of the original design while meeting modern standards
Main categories
- Furniture (tables, chairs, stools, beds, cabinets, sideboards)
- Lighting
- Custom-made pieces
Notable collections
- Pierre Chapo Collection (Chapo Création x Monde Singulier)
- The Chapo Collection (T01 table, S01 stool, etc.)
- Yves Salomon collaboration (2024)
Major projects
- Original commission for Samuel Beckett (“Godot” bed, 1965)
- Chapo Création x Yves Salomon (Maison&Objet 2024)
Recognition
- Pierre Chapo: Gold Medal, City of Paris (1960); Bronze Medal, Société des artistes décorateurs (1967)
- Chapo Création: ongoing acclaim for sustainable collaborations
Press / Media quotes
- M Le magazine du Monde (2024): “Le mobilier Pierre Chapo fait peaux neuves”
- DesignBoom (2024): “Yves Salomon and Chapo Création unpack their furniture collaboration at Maison&Objet”
- Magazine Interencheres (2024): “Pierre Chapo, un designer à redécouvrir”
- MilkDecoration (2017): “Pierre Chapo à New-York”
Awards and Distinctions
- Gold Medal, City of Paris (1960)
- Bronze Medal, Société des artistes décorateurs (1967)
Exhibitions
- 2017: Magen H Gallery, New York – landmark exhibition of Chapo’s furniture
- 2024: Maison&Objet, Paris Design Week – Chapo Création x Yves Salomon collaborative collection
Headquarters and website
- Atelier: Gordes, Vaucluse, France
- Boutique: Marseille, France
- www.chapo-creation.com
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