The hôtel Vernet is a sumptuous Parisian building in the legendary and true « Haussmann » style. An institution which has seen centuries of change, situated in just about the most perfect location, between the golden Triangle of Paris and the Place de l’Etoile on the Champs-Elysées. The Hotel Vernet celebrates its 100th birthday by entering the age of modernity.
Entirely renovated and refurbished in 2014 by its new owners, the French family owned hotel group « Bessé Signature », the Hotel Vernet revives the tradition of the great Parisian establishments of the chic 8th arrondissement of Paris by offering itself the distinction of a contemporary interior created by Interior designer François Champsaur, who pays tribute to Parisian elegance and French craftsmanship.
Hôtel Vernet was given a complete make-over by renowned French interior designer François Champsaur who has completed several luxury hotel renovations in France and abroad.While working on the Hotel Vernet, Champsaur was attentibe to every detail, many of the furniture and lighting, if not most, were designed by him, ceiling fresco artwork was commissioned to Jean Michel Alberola where also the same design was used for the carpet. Minotti lounge chairs were used in the lobby.
About François Champsaur
François Champsaur is a French interior designer. He was born in Marseilles but has been based in Paris since the late ’80s. His Mediterranean roots have influenced his work. He studied at the Ecole des beaux-arts and went on to train at the Ecole nationale des arts décoratifs (ENSAD). In 1996, he started up his own interior design company.
From his earliest projects at the Maison Troisgros in Roanne and Café de l’Alma in Paris, François has displayed his ability to transform any space, considering each and every aspect from an architectural angle and with the finest detail. He intelligently reworks space, playing with light and volume, and compliments this with both elegant and contemporary furniture and fabrics.
His work on The Metropolitan hotel, which was inaugurated in May 2009, was a true example of his talent for marrying sophistication and comfort. This new hotel seduces us with its stunning architecture and furnishings.
In 2011, François completed the transformation of a quainted 24 rooms hotel in the 8th district of Paris and signed the opening of the Yearlings equestrian auction hall in Deauville.
With both vision and discretion François Champsaur steps back, allowing the space to become a living creation.
