Paris Deco-Off 2026
I’ve just returned from my inaugural trip to Paris Deco-Off, as well as a visit to Maison et Objet held at the Villepinte exhibition center on the outskirts of Paris. Both Deco-Off and Maison et Objet are events for the trade, but I was fortunate to attend as a guest. So I’m offering you a perspective from outside of the design trade, and how these fairs measure up, in my opinion. Paris Deco-Off truly exceeded my expectations. Having previously attended Milan Design Week and 3 Days Design, Copenhagen, I can say that each exhibition has something different to offer, and though they all feature interior design, they definitely have their own individual personalities and benefits.
For me, Salone in Milan is full on inspiration at the highest level. It’s almost like a run way show of your favorite brands: maybe everything isn’t practical, but it is truly creative and very original, surpassing your wildest expectations. You definitely walk away feeling inspired and thinking about design in a different way.
3 Days Design in Copenhagen is a younger, Scandinavian cousin to Milan’s Salone. It is inspirational and steeped in Scandinavian design history and Scandinavian Designs, while simultaneously a celebration of innovation and the future, with a focus on environmental sustainability. It is also much smaller scale than Salone and at the time of my visit, in June of 2023, the fair was mostly attended by Scandinavians, but I believe it has grown over the past few years. I would love to return to this exhibition.
Paris Deco Off is also inspiring, but in a very different way. Deco Off is all about the textiles (fabrics) and wallpapers; one of the most important building blocks of design. Paris Deco Off is showcasing the newest textile introductions and collaborations available, featuring the latest in technologies, colorways, and sourcing, with some incredible handmade finishes, for indoor applications. Outdoor fabric, in particular, is becoming a large industry in its own right, and many firms are working towards offering a large assortment of textiles to cater to this burgeoning niche within textile design. One could argue that technology, in recent years, has revolutionized textile production, design and creation within the industry. (Similar to lighting innovation a few years ago, when lighting was revolutionised by the growth in rechargeable battery and led technology). Today’s textiles and wallpapers are taking the handmade qualities steeped in history, and pairing it with the latest technologies and innovations to create incredible offerings. But what was even better was seeing the presentations in real time and observing designers react to new collection ensemble. (Cue collective gasp).
Another interesting characteristic of Paris Deco Off is that it is attended most heavily by American Designers. Many of the showrooms bring in their American counterparts to interact with the high volume of American Design firms. It was as if all of the textile firms and designers from America had mutually agreed to cross the ocean to see each other in Paris one random week in January. Paris is an amazing back drop for textiles and is steeped in the history of home and innovation, so apropos. And of course the antiques alone are reason enough to visit.
Let’s take a look at some of my favorite discoveries from the week at Paris Deco-Off, featuring a range of textiles, wall coverings, and home furnishings. Some of these brands are new to me, while others are established leaders in the design industry.
Personal Favourite Introduction: Edmond Petit
I was unfamiliar with this brand prior to Deco-Off but seeing their window display literally stopped me in my tracks. The beautiful mimosa branch highlighted on a striped background was incredibly alluring in the midst of a January rain. We immediately entered the shop and were so pleased with what we found. Edmond Petit is a family run company who has managed to remain current, or even avant guard while still honouring their heritage.
We were invited to attend the introduction, designed by Jean-Paul Beaujard, in his private Parisian apartment, where we saw the fabric and rug offerings, a partnership with the Carpet Society, in a monumental setting. LOVE. (photos 1, 9 and 10)
Pierre Frey:
Pierre Frey is a family run French company that offers a wide array of fabric and wallpaper, (also rugs and furniture) so there is definitely something for everyone. But they have been growing in recent years, with an acquisition of Zuber wallcoverings in 2023 and a relatively recent partnership with British brand Bernard Thorp, strengthening their capabilities across the industry of design. They, as many European brands are these days, focusing on the US market for expansion. Luckily, they have gorgeous products so you won’t get bored here. (Photo 2)
Le Jacquard Francais:
Known for their gorgeous tea towels, I’m sure you’ve seen them in nice boutiques, we were drawn into this store by the hand-painted windows and fabric, only to meet the artist, Arnold d’Alger, in action! Keep an eye on this brand. They may have some exciting collaborations in the works. (Photo 3)
Dedar Milano:
Walking into the Dedar showroom, I found the collection of wall coverings, upholstery and art altogether alluring, featuring a moire wall covering, a textile introduction called Darwanista, part of the new collection, on the banquette sofa, and Lilaz fabric on the side chair. The combination was magical, as was the craftsmanship details on the upholstered items. The application in itself was artful and made me want to dive into their textile collection. (Photos 4, 5)
RH Paris:
I had heard so much about RH Paris that I was dying to see it. The approach, from the Champs Elysees was transportive, as you meandered through greenery clipped to precision. (I was tempted to take out my level). You come upon a separate modern glass building for the interior design services, and then RH itself, a large stone facade with beautiful interior illumination. But despite all of this, I felt a little underwhelmed. Perhaps it is because I did not dine in the multiple restaurants; and though they achieve in creating the RH mood and brand throughout the building, I didn’t find it compelling in comparison to other fine showrooms I’ve been lucky enough to wander through. I think one of my favorite showrooms of all time is Edra, housed in Palazzo Durini in Milan. The floors are terrazzo and the walls are frescoed murals with exquisite plasterwork, but also the furniture sits well in the space. Though the building commands your attention, so does the furniture in a way that they compliment each other rather than compete. At RH Paris, I was more interested in the building than the furnishings. They sat too well together, in a way that I found boring, and uninspiring, unfortunately. (Photos 6, 7, 8).
Ananbo:
I would be remiss to not mention Ananbo, as I have long been a fan of this Parisian wallpaper firm, specializing in wall coverings featuring the south of France and Eurasian murals, available in grisaille and in colour. I’ve used one of their patterns in my own dining room and stairwell in Kirkland, WA. They have beautiful offerings and they continue to create more beauty, with an introduction of borders that I’ve just fallen for. If you like murals steeped in historical landscapes, check them out asap. Their shop is small but beautiful and definitely worth a visit.
Maison et Objets:
Giobagnara:
I’ve strolled past their store in Venice and I’m always drawn to their designs, plus I’m a sucker for anything marble. Every item, whether a leather coffee maker or marble tray, is designed to perfection. Plus they collaborate with really amazing creators, like Kelly Wearstler. So you’ve got top level design and execution with top quality materials. How can you go wrong? I want it all. (Photos 1, 2 & 6)
Vetrofuso:
I love anything that makes reference to ancient history. And add that to a Murano glass dish, and I’m done for. These make a beautiful art installation, and would be fun to mix with other pottery or intaglios on a feature wall. Pair with Get The Gusto Paper Mache profile medallions!! I know where I would put a few of them.
Zaconi:
These designs, made of onyx, are functional pieces of art that look beautiful on their own, as a vessel, and particularly when illuminated. Inspired by nature and the beauty of onyx, each piece is unique but also captivating. Can’t you imagine one of these vessels sitting on a wood dining table that is across from a window with sunlight streaming through it? (Photo 4).
Serip:
Founded in 1961 in Portugal, Serip is a beautiful, nature inspired lighting company that uses brass, ceramic, porcelain and glass, all designed and made in house. This lamp would enhance most any room, but some of their chandeliers are even more alluring and would look amazing in a tall entryway or multi level stairwell. This brand also exhibits at Salone and was equally captivating there. Bookmark it.
Geraldine Pouzet:
Though these cloud-like light fixtures appear to be constructed of paper, they are in fact plastic, making them more durable. With so many hard surfaces in a space, I love the idea of the lighting fixture being “soft” and malleable. When I saw these, I immediately thought of an upstairs landing where I have wood floors, a wood table, crystal sconces and a mirror. These would soften the hard surfaces and offer a bit of whimsy, which I like when contrasted with formality. They look even better in multiples, which is how I would use them. (Photo 8).
A Place in the Garden:
I love a sculptural, structural garden both in the plant forms, think topiaries, as well as with the objects. A Place in the Garden has everything I could possible want, from furniture to pots, obelisks to fountains, as well as outdoor kitchens and fire pits and even lighting and lanterns. It is all so well executed, it is basically a one stop shop for the garden. I would like a fountain on a pedestal and two obelisks please! (Photo 9)
Eichholtz:
Eichholtz is getting a lot of buzz since they opened a showroom in LA, a partnership with Ryan Saghian. At Maison et Objets, they introduced an Art Deco inspired lighting collection in collaboration with Corey Damon Jenkins, which seems to be very well received within the industry. Their booth at Maison et Objets was incredibly executed, with individual rooms and many beautiful furnishings and accessories. If you are looking for some core pieces of furniture, I would recommend visiting their showroom. (Photo 10).
Michael Aram:
Known for his nature inspired metal work, often featuring jewelry and home accessories, some of his wall art grabbed my attention. I think it is too easy to hang paintings on your walls, and sometimes it is nice to add some variety, whether that’s an artistic light fixture (think Tom Dixon) or a mirrored surface, (I love the work of Caia Liefsdotter), adding something a bit unexpected to your walls is a good thing. (Photo 11).
Casa Padrino:
What you can’t find at A Place in the Garden, you can most certainly find at Casa Padrino. At Maison et Objets, they showcased their outdoor collection, which was pretty dreamy. It transports you to Lake Como, or some very chic place by the lake or pool. A garden or pool deck with these chairs would feel like a vacation immediately after sitting down. Waiter not included.
Art in Rolls:
This incredible wallpaper is so cleverly designed as well as beautiful because the back is magnetised, and therefore you can move around the flowers on the tree to suit your mood (or move them out of harm’s way if you have a little one wandering about). You will never be bored of a wallpaper like this. An incredible introduction, if you ask me.
