Modern Classics
of French Industrial Design

Timeless Designs for Any Home

The french industrial design aesthetic debuted around the 1900's and has had a following ever since. The hallmarks of the design are utilitarian practicality, the use of modern materials, and the flawless intersection of form and function. These wonderful items exemplify the french industrial aesthetic. They are widely for available, affordable, and a wonderful addition to any home.



Tolix Marais chair in an ourdoor cafe

Tolix Marais Chair

Designed by French metalworker Xavier Pauchard in 1934, the Tolix Marais Chair is still a ubiquitous presence in cafes in France and elsewhere. It’s still made in Autun, the same Burgundy town where it originated, and looks at home in a traditional dining room and an ultra-modern outdoor patio.
Stackable up to 10 high & made of galvanized steel.

Duralex Picardie Tumblers

Duralex Picardie Tumblers

Enjoy everything from coffee to Kool-Aid in the Picardie Tumbler, the iconic French drinking glass used in homes and cafés across Europe. Duralex tempered glass is 2.5 times stronger than ordinary glass and is manufactured to withstand sudden temperature extremes from -4°F to 212°F. Suitable for hot or cold liquids.
Made in France since 1945.

French return rods in a modern dining room

French Return Rods

The essence of form and function, French Return Rods work as well as they look. Bent out of a single piece of iron, this rod doesn’t require end brackets—allowing your drapes to stack back against the wall—giving you a clean and polished look.
Made of iron.

Designed by Mindi Nash