In a move to combat climate change, Mobilier National, a renowned French manufacturer of furniture and artworks, Under Ministry of Culture, France recently announced a strategic plan on their recent visit to India. The initiative focuses on developing sustainable and eco-friendly artistic decorations and furniture, aiming in reduction of significant carbon footprints.
Mobilier National: an esteemed institution operating under the Ministry of Culture, France, specializing in the conservation, restoration, and curation of both historic and modern state furniture. This institution plays a vital role in preserving France’s cultural heritage and showcased its unique collection in India “Given the alarming state of our environment and climate, Mobilier National is taking a proactive stance,” said Emmanuelle Petitdemange, General Administrator, Mobilier National.
“We are assembling a team of leading architects, designers, artists, research scholars, and scientists. Together, we will explore and develop materials and solutions that are not only sustainable but also maintain the high artistic value our clients expect”, said Emmanuelle Petitdemange.
The activity will involve travelling and exploring different countries in the search of rich and sustainable material, among the targeted countries: India being known for rich raw material will be our prime location, with the collaborative efforts of the French-Indian scholars the materials will be explored and shared between the counties that will eventually lead us in making the sustainable and creative decors, furniture, artistic works.
“Adding to the collaboration initiatives between France and India, the countries will foster dialogue, exchange of Art and Culture in the exhibition which is expected to happen in 2025 hopefully as announced by the President of France Emmanuel Macron”, added Emmanuelle during her recent visit to India at ‘Art de Vivre à la Française’ an Art and Culture exposition which was organized by the French Embassy and the French Institute in India.
The exhibition focused on crafting and designing of the architectural art works which highlighted France’s extensive expertise in home decor and furnishing. She also shared the stories of the successful beneficiaries who carry the blend of Indo-French Art-Culture, mix traditional “savoir-faire” and contemporary creation.
Experts believe this collaborative approach positions Mobilier National at the forefront of the green design movement.
The initiative is expected to have a significant impact on the furniture and art industry, potentially inspiring a broader shift towards sustainable practices.
The French Embassy in India though its efforts in organizing and hosting such events wish to strengthen the people-to-people relationship between France and India in the fields of design and arts and craft which have been pointed out as strategic priorities by President Emmanuel Macron, acknowledging the immense diversity of talents in both our countries and hoping that this dynamic can grow through trade exchanges and initiatives, creative collaborations like residencies (Villa swagatam), as well as professional training and students mobility.