The listening
Everything begins with a letter. An intention is written — an occasion, a preferred material, a memory, a work seen before; sometimes only a word. The artistic direction reads, notes, and proposes a first conversation. This exchange lasts as long as it must — usually an hour. It is not about what pleases, but what makes sense. At its end, the Maison confirms whether it can carry the project.
The sketch
Comes the time of drawing. The Maison prepares two to four proposals — graphite, gouache, material samples. They are presented together, never in isolation: each exists only alongside the others. Every proposal is dated, signed, numbered. A choice is made, or another path opens — the Maison begins again without reproach. The retained sketch becomes the foundation.
The accord
The approved sketch becomes a project. A single document — five to eight leaves — sets out the intention, the materials, the measurements, the timeframes, the investment. It is signed in two copies. Upon signing, the Maison enters creation: materials are ordered, partner artisans reserved, the atelier ordered for the piece. The relationship, at this stage, ceases to be commercial and becomes an engagement of creation.
The atelier
The work composes itself. Depending on the nature of the piece, it requires between six weeks and one year. The Maison marks three points of stage: the first when the structure is set, the second when the principal material is fixed, the third before the finishes. At each, a photograph is sent, accompanied by a word. No work is presented without these three moments having been shared.
The delivery
The completed work is presented in its case — vellum, silk, Maison finishings. A hand-written certificate accompanies the piece: name, number, materials, gestures, completion date. A care booklet is included. The delivery takes place in Paris, at the atelier or in a discreet setting, chosen together. It takes the time it must — often an hour, sometimes more. At its end, the piece enters the life of the one who bears it.