Ronan Bouroullec, Erwan Bouroullec

Place: Quimper

Born: 1971

Biography:

Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec are brothers noted for their design work, which has been featured in publications and museums globally — and spans a wide range from tables and chairs to tableware, rugs, textile walls, office furniture, ceramics, art objects and urban projects. They were born in Quimper, France in 1971 and 1976 respectively, and studied at the École nationale supérieure des arts décoratifs and École nationale supérieure d'arts de Paris-Cergy. Their work has been recognized with numerous awards, including the 1998 grand prix du jury international at the Maison et Objet furniture fair in Paris, and the best new designer award in New York. They work from their company base in Paris for clients including Cappellini, Ligne Roset, Habitat, Domeau & Peres, Authentics, EandW, Magis, Vitra, HAY, and Gallery Kreo.