NO 1 A PARISIAN AFFAIR

There’s more to Maison & Objet than being inspired by the numerous stands, exhibition halls, talks and events. Annemarie Meintjes says it was a privilege to attend the M&O Designer of Year and Rising Talent Awards, Constance Guisset Studio’s solo exhibition, and the “speed-dating” sessions, which gave designers and exhibitors a one-on-one opportunity to introduce their product or brand to a panel. Here are some of Annemarie’s highlights of the January fair.

THE STANDS

At the entrance to Hall 5A, Elizabeth Leriche curated the So Craft installation, which paid tribute to Ateliers d’Art de France, the country’s professional fine craft federation. The show-within-a-show featured well-lit