Do you know any non profit making organisation founded in 1801 which was created to promote the development of the Industry in France to face Britain’s Industrial Revolution? It is the Hotel of Industry which promotes all forms of creation to serve the national interest.

The company, which has now over 210 years of existence, continues its activity to serve the French industry, innovation and design. This Hotel is located in one of the most historic place in the heart of the French capital, St-Germain-des-Prés, next to the most famous café “Les Deux Magots”.

A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to meet Myrtille. She knows the place like the back of her hand, and will soon organize  the best contemporary jewellery designer exhibition “made in France”  in this Hotel. This exhibition will be under the protection of Continue reading →