Philippe Montels
Biography
Philippe Montels was born in France in 1967 in a family of Italian origin from Sperlongua area. Refinement and harmony pervade all his amazing creations. Philippe Starck and Andrée Putman trusted him with large scale and international projects such as the Maison Guerlain on the Champs Elysées in Paris or Lan's Restaurant in Beijing. His ambitious creations are now scattered all over the world:among others,the decorating and lighting of 80 Escada stores and the VIP lounge of the French Pavilion at Shangai Universal Exhibition. Philippe montels is an expert in playing with contrasts and oppositions, his daring interpretation of styles and unexpected use of material are his own special stamp:His metal cushions are soft and sensual, the precious Swarosky crystals and the industrial material combine harmoniously.