Blending Parisian sophistication with contemporary elegance, Le Berre Vevaud infuses interior design with emotional depth. Founded through the shared vision of Raphaël Le Berre and Thomas Vevaud, the studio places emphasis on respect for materials, the perfect harmony of aesthetics and functionality, and a sense of belonging within living spaces. Each project is not just a design but an effort to craft a personal sanctuary. When the bold character of natural stone meets the refined lines of French culture, the result is timeless, sensory spaces.
How did your journey as Le Berre Vevaud begin? What brought you together around a shared vision, and how has this partnership evolved over the years?
We met during our studies, but it was only later, after accumulating our own professional experiences, that we decided to collaborate. Both of us were shaped by projects that were very different in nature: Thomas spent time in Latin America, Raphaël in the United States; and these experiences gave us distinct sensibilities. When we returned to France, to Paris, we found ourselves aligned in mindset and ambition. Our shared goal was to combine our complementary identities and perspectives into a singular creative universe.
What kind of emotion or atmosphere do you usually aim to create in your interior design projects?
In all our projects, we aim to create spaces that evoke a deep sense of harmony, comfort, and belonging. We believe that interior design goes far beyond aesthetics. It plays a profound role in shaping our emotional well-being. In today’s fast-paced and often fragmented world, where identity and family structures are constantly evolving, the home becomes a refuge, a place that should reflect who we truly are. Our goal is to craft interiors that feel both grounding and uplifting, where functionality meets beauty, and every element: from proportions and volumes to furniture, materials, and light, contributes to an atmosphere of serenity. We pay close attention to the sensory experience of a space: how the shapes, textures, colors, and even the acoustics influence one’s subconscious. When a client tells us, after years of collaboration, “We feel so fulfilled and happy at home,” it’s the most meaningful recognition of our work. Ultimately, we don’t just design houses, we help people design the way they want to live and feel.
When starting a new project, how do you analyze the client’s lifestyle and the natural surroundings of the space?
Our process always begins with a deep consideration of the space itself. The key factor is the volume and spatiality: it defines the constraints that will shape the project. We believe constraints enhance the quality of a design. The more complex a space is, the more it pushes us to fully engage our skills and move beyond familiar solutions. For example, if a space carries historical references, like a Haussmannian apartment with empire-style fireplaces and moldings, those elements become the foundation. Our challenge is then to create a dialogue between that context and our contemporary language.
What role does natural stone play in your designs? Are there particular types of stone you are especially drawn to?
Natural stone is central to our material vocabulary. We like to experiment with a range of stones and finishes. Each texture brings a different emotional resonance. Some combinations create tension, others soften the overall composition. From the raw expressiveness of travertine and noble marbles in our Nomade collection, to the volcanic depth of lava stone in Cenere, we explore contrasts in character and tactility. We also experiment with techniques like églomisé on stone surfaces, adding layers of richness and complexity.
How do you incorporate natural stone into your custom furniture or gallery collections?
In our gallery pieces, natural stone becomes a sculptural element. It’s not just a surface, but a structural and narrative component. We see each piece of furniture as an opportunity to explore material dialogues: a table base might feature a raw-cut stone that supports a polished marble top, or we may play with layering stone like strata in nature. Our approach often blurs the boundary between furniture and art, allowing stone to reveal its full expressive potential within a curated form. How do you establish a dialogue between natural stone and other materials? In particular, how do you interpret the combination of stone with metals or composite materials?
For us, the dialogue between materials is a reflection of life’s dualities. Stone, with its enduring and immutable nature, contrasts beautifully with organic materials like oak, which evolves and gains new textures over time. This interplay between permanence and transformation evokes our connection to the Earth: ever-changing, yet grounded. By juxtaposing the mineral with the living – stone with wood, or stone with aged metals – we open up a spectrum of possibilities. The result is always a balanced tension between timelessness and fluidity.
We know that you draw inspiration from masters like Ado Chale and Jacques Couëlle. How does their relationship with materials influence your own design approach?
We are deeply inspired by their sensitivity to raw materials and their ability to elevate the natural world into refined artistry. Their work is a tribute to the Earth itself, a celebration of the raw matter that, through human hands, becomes something poetic. This ethos resonates with our own desire to explore, reveal, and honor materials in their most authentic form.
Can we expect to see new collections in your Carré Rive Gauche gallery that feature natural stone or materials combined with stone?
Absolutely. Natural stone is an integral part of our creative language, and it will continue to shape the collections we develop and exhibit in the gallery.
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