Promenade des Anglais – Nice
The City of Nice, as part of a public contract, was required to replace its historic chairs on the Promenade des Anglais while preserving the iconic identity of Nice’s seafront. The main challenge was to respect the authenticity of the iconic urban furniture, a symbol of Mediterranean heritage and lifestyle.
The Requirement
The objectives aimed to combine historical fidelity, modern comfort, durability, and tourist appeal. To meet this heritage imperative, the project was conducted in close collaboration with Cabinet WILLMOTTE & Associés, a renowned specialist in urban architecture and design, in order to design furniture that was both respectful of Nice’s heritage and adapted to contemporary uses.
The Solution
In response to the requirements of the City of Nice, we developed a bespoke chair scrupulously respecting the authentic lines of the historic furniture of the Promenade des Anglais.
This 100% French manufacturing, handcrafted within our family business, guarantees exceptional expertise and meticulous attention to every detail. The solution combines heritage aesthetics and technical performance, with exceptional robustness and unparalleled durability against the climatic constraints of the Mediterranean coast. This furniture perfectly embodies the alliance between French artisanal tradition and industrial innovation for a lasting and authentic result.
Products Used for This Project
This iconic project for the City of Nice marks the starting point for the development of our FRENCH RIVIERA collection.
The FRENCH RIVIERA models perpetuate the heritage of Nice’s historic chairs while integrating contemporary standards of comfort and durability.
This collection now stands as a benchmark for high-end urban furniture for coastal cities and prestigious locations.
Results & Impact
The installation of the FRENCH RIVIERA furniture on the Promenade des Anglais has allowed for the preservation of historical authenticity while meeting contemporary demands for durability and comfort.
Along the 7 kilometers of this bicentennial promenade, built in 1824, the new chairs perpetuate the iconic visual identity of the site while benefiting from modern manufacturing techniques that ensure optimal resistance to maritime climatic conditions. This successful integration enhances the experience of the 7 million annual visitors (2022 data) who stroll along the Prom’, reinforcing Nice’s prestigious image as a tourist destination of excellence and preserving the urban heritage for future generations.
Our Catalog
This collection, imbued with the spirit of holidays and relaxation, is inspired by the famous blue chair, a legendary icon of the Promenade des Anglais and the entire French Riviera. It features retro-inspired furniture originating from the model created in the 1950s by Mr. Tordo.
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