Nearly a hundred years ago, Joseph Renard set up shop with his saddler tools in Place du Palais Bourbon, in the 7th arrondissement in Paris. These tools were passed on to his son and subsequent generations of leatherworkers.
Here in this timeless yet intimate setting, the word luxury – so often overused – takes on a whole new meaning. A visit to Atelier Renard is a truly immersive experience, where creativity, passion and a genuine respect for leather and expert leatherworkers reign supreme.
Today, it's this same passion which inspires the team at Atelier Renard.
Under the inspired leadership of Brigitte Montaut, later joined by Rémi Meunier, Atelier Renard has diversified into bespoke pieces, luxury leathers, interior design and decoration.
Time is at the heart of everything we do: we believe in taking the time to pass on traditional craftsmanship, to design every detail of your project, to choose the best materials and to bring your vision to life.
Atelier Renard's pieces reflect its unique surroundings: an intimate, unexpected yet exceptional setting, where traditional savoir-faire delights discerning clients.
As you step inside Atelier Renard, you're making a conscious choice to support French craftsmanship, passed down from generation to generation.
"The beauty of a profession lies in its ability to bring people together"Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
At Atelier Renard, all our leathers are of the highest quality because we only work with the best French tanneries. Designed to last a lifetime, our pieces will develop a patina in time, with their own unique style and personality.
Over the years, we have developed considerable expertise in rare leathers, particularly crocodile skin – a particular favourite of ours, here at Atelier Renard.
Whether you prefer the slightly waxy or incredibly soft feel of a matte skin or the natural, self-assured elegance of a smoother skin, crocodile skin is a truly extraordinary and long-lasting leather which is as enjoyable to work with as it is stunning when worn.