Spend a week with Côme Remy, Gaelle Pelletier and the Insight School team and meet Parisian artisans, collectors, gallery owners, and interior designers. This carefully curated trip strikes the ideal balance between culture, design discovery and cuisine. Everyone is welcome, including non-students. Limit of 15 people, so book today!
A few highlights:
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Sessions with artisans working for some of the top designers in the world.
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An introduction to the best of 18th, 19th and 20th century interiors and private collections.
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Discover the buying-at-auction process at Drouot, the Parisian treasure trove.
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Dinner at designers’ and collectors’ homes.
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Explore “Les Puces,” the inspiring Parisian flea market on dealers’ day with access to the best dealers.
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Wrap up the week with a dinner at one of the most exclusive clubs in Paris.
All visits are conducted in English. Transportation during daytime visits is arranged by Insight School. Lunch and dinner are included in the price (wine and alcohol exclusive).
CÔME REMY
A French lawyer and art historian, trained as an auctioneer in France and at Sotheby's in both London and Paris. He set up a collection for Hermes Paris, focusing on pieces made and sold by the well-known saddle maker. He then worked for Christie's successively in New York, London, Amsterdam, Monaco and Paris where he was head of the 20th Century Decorative Art department. Côme now works as an art adviser and specialist for clients such as French auctioneers Drouot, art funds and renowned collectors throughout the world. More
GAELLE PELLETIER
A French interior designer who has lived in London, New York, Bali and Hong Kong. A mother of 3 kids, Gaelle is now calling Paris her home and has been there for the last 4 years. With over 6 years’ experience as an interior designer in Asia, Gaelle went on to set up her own company Maison Gaelle Pelletier in Paris in 2016.We’ll let you discover the rest of her universe here
SUITABILITY
Amateurs and connoisseurs welcome.
You don't need to be student to attend this trip.
DURATION
Monday to Friday inclusive
10am-10pm
NEXT START DATE
July 2018
COST
22,500 HKD
(Inclusive of lunch, dinner, all entrance fees and daytime transportation for visits. Flights and accommodation not included.)