Designer Emma Donnersberg opens her black book to the best museums, galleries, shops and design spots in Paris
From the opening ceremony at the banks of the Seine to competitions held in iconic sites like the Château de Versailles, the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games is not only a showcase of the world’s best athletes but also the incomparable beauty of the French capital.
The truth is, Paris doesn’t really need the Olympic spotlight to remind everyone just how beautiful it is. One of the world’s veritable art and design capitals, inspiration can be found everywhere in the city, which is why it’s perfect for some flânerie.
If you’ve already seen the masterpieces at the Louvre and spent enough time admiring the Haussmannian buildings and the interiors of the likes of La Samaritaine, interior and furniture designer Emma Donnersberg has a few ideas of other places to add to your itinerary.
The French-born creative knows the city intimately—her design practice has a presence in both Paris and New York—and she’s as passionate an art collector as she is a designer.
Here’s her guide to spots art and design lovers should not miss.
The District: Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Saint-Germain-des-Prés, located in the 6th arrondissement, holds a special place in my heart. The neighborhood’s rich artistic and literary history from the late 19th and early 20th centuries has left an indelible mark.
