Homes for living: new book about French style secrets A stunning new book about the US interiors guru David Jimenez offers a peek into his own homes and chic tips for chez vous
The story of Paris’ drinking fountains gifted by a UK donor in 1870s Sir Richard Wallace, a 19th century UK philanthropist in Paris, invented the fountains so the poor would have clean water
Renault and Ikea team up to make a flat-pack car you build at home The vehicle is only at concept stage but, if successful, would contain 374 assemble-at-home pieces and cost around €5,300
news Pierre Cardin: A tribute to France’s pioneer designer Writer and former fashion journalist Sally Ann Voak reflects on the life and success of the legendary designer who died yesterday, December 29, aged 98. 'To me, Cardin’s legacy will always be the way he opened up fashion, in all its forms, to the world.'
French designer Pierre Cardin dies Cardin was the first fashion designer to enter the Académie des beaux-arts
Behind the scenes at Gîtes de France's new B&B project Carole and David Movrel run Gîtes de France’ s best city break chambre d’hôtes , in Mont-de-Marsan, Landes. We spoke to Carole about how the project came to fruition.
RE-OPENS TODAY: Explore the gardens of Les Jardins Secrets From tumbleweed farm to Jardin Remarquable – Connexion marvels at the extraordinary Jardins Secrets.
Crafts in focus: meet French weathervane-maker Thierry Soret ‘Every weathervane I make has a personal story to tell’ says weathervane-maker Thierry Soret.
Architecture in France: the churches of the north east Explore the fortified churches of La Thiérache.
French professor develops anti-virus doorknob A professor at a French engineering school has helped design a specialised handle attachment that allows medical staff to open and close doors using their elbows.
Protective domes to help French restaurants reopen? French designer’s Plexiglas domes to protect diners were on display in one Paris restaurant this week.
Coronavirus: Michelin's eco-friendly, reusable masks Tyre-maker Michelin designs eco-friendly, cost-efficient, reusable protective masks for the coronavirus outbreak.
French food notes: a classic of Gascon cooking In our series providing a sideways glance at French food, we look at one chef’s innovative life and ensured legacy. Also this month: designer plates as well as a wine and chocolate pairing that is heaven-sent
French mountain retreat gets the expert touch Sybille de Margerie has earned an honoured place among the elite ranks of great interior architects. In her new book she reveals the inspiration behind spectacular designs for private residences and luxury hotels, including a stunning Alpine home
French cottage style means refined and rustic Courtney Allison reveals her passion for French country cottages and how to style your own home on a rural theme
Designer plea to help Cancer Support France Readers who bought Connexion calendar help fund project to create handbook for volunteers
Designer Galliano renounces use of real fur The high fashion designer John Galliano is to no longer use real animal fur in his creations, after being convinced on the issue by animal welfare association PETA.
Now trending: the return of wallpaper Every edition we assess an aspect of the French zeitgeist. This month: the renaissance of papier peint – très chic and now easy to hang, says Jane Hanks
Lille Metropole named Design Capital of the World 2020 Lille Metropole has been named the Design Capital of the World for 2020, becoming the first ever French town to receive the title.
French commune's new logo has a little British influence Expat asked to design logo for one of France's newest communes
