Homes for living: new book about French style secrets A stunning new book about the US interiors guru David Jimenez offers a peek into his own homes and chic tips for chez vous
The story of Paris’ drinking fountains gifted by a UK donor in 1870s Sir Richard Wallace, a 19th century UK philanthropist in Paris, invented the fountains so the poor would have clean water
Renault and Ikea team up to make a flat-pack car you build at home The vehicle is only at concept stage but, if successful, would contain 374 assemble-at-home pieces and cost around €5,300 Pierre Cardin: A tribute to France’s pioneer designer French designer Pierre Cardin dies Behind the scenes at Gîtes de France's new B&B project
RE-OPENS TODAY: Explore the gardens of Les Jardins Secrets From tumbleweed farm to Jardin Remarquable – Connexion marvels at the extraordinary Jardins Secrets.
Crafts in focus: meet French weathervane-maker Thierry Soret ‘Every weathervane I make has a personal story to tell’ says weathervane-maker Thierry Soret.
Architecture in France: the churches of the north east Explore the fortified churches of La Thiérache.
French professor develops anti-virus doorknob A professor at a French engineering school has helped design a specialised handle attachment that allows medical staff to open and close doors using their elbows.
Protective domes to help French restaurants reopen? French designer’s Plexiglas domes to protect diners were on display in one Paris restaurant this week.
Coronavirus: Michelin's eco-friendly, reusable masks Tyre-maker Michelin designs eco-friendly, cost-efficient, reusable protective masks for the coronavirus outbreak.
French food notes: a classic of Gascon cooking In our series providing a sideways glance at French food, we look at one chef’s innovative life and ensured legacy. Also this month: designer plates as well as a wine and chocolate pairing that is heaven-sent
French mountain retreat gets the expert touch Sybille de Margerie has earned an honoured place among the elite ranks of great interior architects. In her new book she reveals the inspiration behind spectacular designs for private residences and luxury hotels, including a stunning Alpine home
Flying start and finish for furniture Old Airbus aeroplane parts are being used to create unusual furniture, such as chairs made from nose-cones and tables from plane exhausts, for homes and offices.
‘Safety issues’ for 25,000 bridges in France At least 25,000 bridges in France have “safety issues”, a new report from senators has found, less than a year after the Morandi bridge collapse disaster in Genoa, Italy. Finding your interiors entente cordiale French cottage style means refined and rustic Photos: Winning designs of Paris unused space contest
Couture chic of Dior’s country retreat Maureen Footer reveals how the Provençal hideaway of fashion designer Christian Dior inspired his work Renovating a rural home in France Steal the style of creatives of Paris Interiors icon Samuel ‘was like a king’ Designer plea to help Cancer Support France Designer Galliano renounces use of real fur
Now trending: the return of wallpaper Every edition we assess an aspect of the French zeitgeist. This month: the renaissance of papier peint – très chic and now easy to hang, says Jane Hanks
Lille Metropole named Design Capital of the World 2020 Lille Metropole has been named the Design Capital of the World for 2020, becoming the first ever French town to receive the title.
French commune's new logo has a little British influence Expat asked to design logo for one of France's newest communes