The Art of Design Issue 17 2015 | Page 18

www.gerardfaivreparis.com THE ART HOMES CONCEPT CONSISTS OF CREATING AND SELLING APARTMENTS DECORATED BY GÉRARD FAIVRE AS TRUE WORKS OF ART. UNIQUE To create an original work of art, Gérard Faivre imbues himself with the soul of each property. For him, each site is both a blank canvas and a source of inspiration. Depending of the place’s atmosphere, the arti st determines the perfect layout, which he then complements with artwork, bespoke creations and vintage details. LUXURIOUS Nothing is left to chance in Gérard Faivre’s selection of prestigious neighbourhoods, designer sofas and paintings by masters. Quality is a must, and even the smallest details are painstakingly chosen. While furniture is a passion, renovation is his true forte. Transforming an old, often run-down apartment into a prestige home is one of Gérard Faivre’s main talents. As with home décor, he makes his choice of electronic and home automation equipment with the greatest of care. For him, aesthetics are as important as practicality: an apartment is and should remain, first and foremost, a place to live. READY-TO-LIVE It often takes more than two years – looking for a property and then acquiring, renovating and decorating it – before the owners can take full advantage of their new home. Gérard Faivre aims to reduce this time frame to no more than two months, which is why his creations are all sold ready to move in. The idea is a bold one: combining maximum pleasure with minimum effort. Gérard Faivre Paris offers clients the possibility of moving into an extraordinary home without all the usual burdens, going so far as to offer a concierge service worthy of the best luxury hotels in Paris.