Haddou-Dufourcq
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Profile:
Key points: Graduated from École Camondo school (Paris) in 2015, with honors.
They design public and private spaces, exhibition scenography, installations, and furniture.
Nationality: French designers
Style: They pay meticulous attention to materials, textures, and light. Their creations transcend time and trends to evoke unique atmospheres.
“What is a material you've used recently? 'Plaster; we love how it catches the light.'” (Source: goodmoods.com).
“With dreams and a soul of the place as starting points for each of their projects, their work leaves plenty of room for imagination and the power of evocation” (Source: haddou-dufourcq.com).
Overview:
Studio Background:
Graduates of the École Camondo school in 2015, Kim Haddou and Florent Dufourcq, two Paris-based French designers, have quickly made their mark on the world of design and interior architecture. Their artistic sensibility and unique approach set them apart from other interior designers.
Founders: Kim Haddou & Florent Dufourcq
Approach, design philosophy: According to Kim and Florent, every project is an exploration, an invitation to dream and imagine.
They draw their inspiration from dreams and the soul of the place, leaving plenty of room for imagination and the power of evocation (Source: https://www.haddou-dufourcq.com).
Style: Studio Haddou-Dufourcq stands out for its timelessness.
Far from the trends, Kim and Florent create spaces and objects that stand the test of time, while retaining their evocative power. They skilfully play with materials, textures and colors to create unique atmospheres, often tinged with Mediterranean influences.
Main inspirations: Both designers draw their inspiration from a blend of personal experiences and individual sensibilities.
As Florent Dufourcq explains, “We each come with our own story, our own desires, our own memories”. This enables the duo to come up with unique projects enriched by their distinct backgrounds and complementary visions.. Their work is thus imbued with a personal dimension, where each creation becomes a reflection of their intertwined stories and memories, as well as their aspirations. The result is spaces that are infused with authenticity and emotion.
“Working with the craftsmen who make the pieces or objects is very fulfilling” (Florent Dufourcq). “We love the work of Guy Baref, who is represented by Galerie des Prêtres et Erets in Paris, who is a sculptor who makes and designs magnificent lighting fixtures, earthen sconces” (Kim Haddou) - Source: podcast ‘Où est le beau’, July 17th, 2019
Identity and aesthetics: The identity and aesthetics of Studio Haddou-Dufourcq are characterized by an approach that leaves “plenty of room for the imagination and the power of evocation”.
Their creations transcend mere functionality to become true sensory experiences. Kim and Florent design spaces that tell a story, inviting occupants on an imaginary journey. Their work is distinguished by a sensitivity to places and materials, creating unique ambiences where every element is “designed, studied, built and thought out” to provoke emotions. This dreamlike approach is evident in their ability to transform ordinary spaces into extraordinary places, where the imagination can flourish and every detail evokes a sensation or memory.
Values: The studio values in-depth analysis and relevant responses to each project.
“We learn to analyze what the issues are and what the context is, and we strive to provide a relevant response.” (Source: Where is the Beautiful podcast, 2019). Kim and Florent value the justification of their creative choices, refusing to accept gratuitous or unconsidered solutions. This intellectual rigor, combined with their artistic sensibility, enables them to create spaces that are both functional and imbued with a strong aesthetic identity.
Creative process: Kim Haddou and Florent Dufourcq's creative process is based on close collaboration and absolute mutual trust.
“The interesting thing is that both of us contribute to each project. We each come up with our own story, our own desires, our own memories.” Their working method is characterized by complete freedom of expression, allowing everyone to share ideas without fear of judgment. “You need to feel comfortable expressing your ideas without fear of judgment. And at the same time, you have to be comfortable enough that the other person can say 'no, but that's really lame'”. This dynamic allows them to give each other immediate feedback to one another and generate innovative concepts, nourished by their personal experiences and complementary skills. As Florent points out, “There was a real affinity I think in the work and also we trusted each other's judgment a lot” (Source: podcast “Où est le beau”, July 17th, 2019).
Production and materials: Rather than limiting itself to a single area, Studio Haddou-Dufourcq embraces a wide range of projects.
“They design public and private spaces, exhibition scenography, installations, and furniture.” (Source: https://www.haddou-dufourcq.com). This versatility proves their ability to adapt to diverse contexts while maintaining their distinctive style.
Main categories:
furniture
public and private spaces
exhibition scenography
installations
Major projects:
Grotto: A project awarded the “Van Cleef and Arpels Grand Prix du Jury” at the 2018 Design Parade Toulon competition. This small Mediterranean-inspired piece won over the jury with its originality and aesthetics.
AD x Range Rover Special Prize: In 2024, the studio received this prize as well as the “Timeless Impact Award”, marking a significant recognition of their work in the field of design.
AD100 List: In 2024, they were included in Architectural Digest's prestigious AD100 list, which highlights the most influential talents in design and architecture.
Recognition: In 2018, the duo's talent was recognized by the prestigious ‘Villa Noailles’ art and architecture center, which selected them for the Design Parade Toulon competition.
Their “Grotto” project, a Mediterranean-inspired piece, won over the jury and earned them the Van Cleef and Arpels Grand Prix.
“2024 marks a turning point in Kim and Florent's careers. Their work was rewarded with the special AD x Range Rover prize and the “Timeless Impact” award (Source: Admagazine.fr, February 12th, 2024). This accolade is crowned by their inclusion in Architectural Digest's prestigious AD100 ranking of the most influential talents in design and architecture.
Press/media quotes (mainly in French) :
Source : https://www.haddou-dufourcq.com/pages/publications/
Awards and distinctions:
Studio Haddou-Dufourcq has won some notable awards and distinctions:
In 2018, they were selected by ‘Villa Noailles’ for the Design Parade Toulon competition, where they received the Grand Prix du Jury Van Cleef and Arpels for their “Grotto” project, a small Mediterranean-inspired piece.
In 2024, they received both the AD x Range Rover Special Prize and the Timeless Impact Award.
The same year, they were listed in Architectural Digest magazine's AD100 list, which highlights the most influential talents in design and architecture.
Exhibitions:
Design Parade Toulon (2018)
Headquarters and website:
10 Place des Vosges
75004 Paris, France