A Slice of Paris in Amsterdam: Family Office by Framework Studio.

‘Trust’ desk by Poltrona Frau. ‘Lampe Athena’ Lamp by Herve van der Streaten. Pierre Jeanneret chair from Morentz. Sculpture in the window by Florian Tomballe.

Artwork on the wall by Florian Tomballe. DC1516 Side table by De Cotiis. Vintage Luciano Frigerio chairs (1968) from Jarno Kooijman.’Calliope’ pendant light by Garnier & Linker. Rug by Sam Laik.

DC1516 Side Table by De Cotiis. Vintage Luciano Frigerio chairs (1968) from Jarno Kooijman.’Calliope’ pendant light by Garnier & Linker. Rug by Sam Laik.

Artwork on the wall by Florian Tomballe. Table and DC115A Chairs by De Cotiis.

Here to brighten up your day is another piping hot project from Framework Studio. In the first endeavour between Framework Studio Amsterdam and Framework Studio Paris, the designers have collectively renovated a historic building in the heart of Amsterdam, creating a family office with a distinctly Parisian feel. The result is a fitting tribute to this first unified effort between the two studios.

True to their distinct design signature the concept is simple and refined with clean lines and oak surfaces implemented across the one-floor office. The four single offices and one family meeting room all share wooden wall coverings that follow a consistent datum line. Creating an artisanal look and feel which could not be achieved with plain plaster alone, this French oak veneer is warm and inviting. Pairing this with the original pattern in the floor and ceiling, and bathed in natural light, a calm atmosphere can be felt across the entire work floor.

Custom brass desk from Patrick Parrish Gallery. Pierre Jeanneret chair from Morentz. Artwork on the wall by Lucas Hardonk. Floor lamp from Glustins Galerie. Polished brass desk lamp by Anour.

‘Ted’ armchairs from Galerie May. Sculpture by Florian Tomballe. Raw collection rug by Noe Duchauffour Lawrence for Tai Ping. Sideboard from Paul Evans. Applique ‘Satelite Albratre’ wall lamp by Herve van der Straeten.

If you remember anything from our previous articles on Framework Studio Founder’s Canal House in Amsterdam it was probably the drop-dead gorgeous art and objects that come to mind, and this project is no different. At this point, their good taste feels a bit like a fetish (one that leaves us gagging for more). Florian Tomballe pieces grace the walls and tables – chunky sculptures, a contorted charcoal drawing and a colossal wall relief create movement in the space for a wandering eye to fall on when that 3 pm slump hits.

Weight and balance really play a big factor in the elegance of this design. Depending on the piece, the furniture can feel either light or heavy within the interior.

‘Sempre Mia’ Chandelier from Viabizzuno. Garnier & Linker table for Ormond Editions. DC115A Chairs by De Cotiis.

‘Lampe Athena’ table lamp by Herve van der Streaten. ‘Trust Cabinet’ sideboard by Poltrona Frau.

Artwork by Florian Tomballe. ‘Callisto’ wall sconces by Garnier & Linker.

A custom desk by Patrick Parrish Gallery is entirely made of brass with a deep work surface extending down towards the ground – heavy in all senses of the word it almost absorbs the space around it. Meanwhile, the Sempre Mia chandelier by Viabizzuno feels weightless suspended above the meeting room table. Ted Chairs from Galerie May create a playful dialogue with the Florian Tomballe sculpture on the console sitting next to them. Bulbous and sculptural, the objects interplay and mirror each other against the light and airy backdrop.

Oozing with elegance, this successful first venture between the Framework Amsterdam and Paris studios demonstrates a synthesised development of their combined talents. I can’t wait to see what’s next in store.

Related: Office E in Berlin by Maria Murawsky is Luxury Personified.

[Images courtesy of Framework Studio. Photography by Kasia Gatkowska.]