Bohemian Design: Jerome Bugara’s French Creations
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Jerome Bugara, a distinguished French interior and object designer, is revered for his unwavering dedication to timeless design and his instantly recognizable contemporary style, deeply rooted in the opulent tradition of French decorative arts. His exquisite creations, fashioned from luxurious materials including marble, travertine, white gypsum, onyx, rock crystal, and rare woods, exude sophistication while skillfully manipulating light and scale, all without compromising functionality.
Bugara's meticulous attention to detail underscores his commitment to European craftsmanship excellence, evident in his collaborations with esteemed artisans such as stucco artist Riccardo Magnano, bronzier Remy Garnier, and art upholsterer Siegair.
WEBSITE: jeromewbugara.fr INSTAGRAM: @jeromewbugara
Words: designeers
july 2024
designeers
Tell us about a room or object you are currently working on?
jerome bugara
I am currently developing the Bohemian Collection (its name refers to the song Bohemian Rhapsody), my new sofa that will be in a curve and dressed in an incredible purple velvet Sultan of the house Lelièvre. It's an Invisible Collection exclusive.
designeers
What is a part of Jerome Bugara that you should not do without?
jerome bugara
My Amelia armchair, I love it so much. It fits everywhere, it is elegant and refined. It's comfortable and so present when it is in one room. It is the perfect alliance between marble and Christophe Delcourt curly fabric, in short if I can not do without it, you should not either. It’s a little gem.
designeers
What do you do when you are not working?
jerome bugara
I work a lot because my work is a passion but when I don't work I take care of my children that I love. Amelia is my daughter’s first name. They are my greatest source of joy and inspiration.
designeers
A project or a piece you are most proud of?
jerome bugara
I am very proud of the May wine cellar. We imagined this project as a family. My wife’s cousin runs the magnificent lace factory in Caudry (Jean Bracq), which has the last lace weaving trades in Lyon and works with respect for French traditions. I imagined a wine cellar with curved glass walls and a bronze structure. in the double glass glazing we have integrated Caudry lace to push the refinement to its climax. it is an extremely feminine wine cellar with leather bottle holders and overflow (as a handbag would be). It's the perfect alliance between all French know-how.
“I am very attached to the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright and in terms of design and I really like the work of Charlotte Perriand, which inspires me a lot.”
jerome bugara
designeers
Penthouse or townhouse?
jerome bugara
Rather Townhouse with an exterior and garden very worked since I am Versailles - in reference to the gardener of King Louis XIV André Le Nôtre.
designeers
Favorite hotel in the world:
jerome bugara
The George V in Paris. Everything is refined, the floral decoration of Jeff Leatham, the art deco style is incredible. The table of the George is amazing because it's led by my very dear Friend Simone Zanoni.
designeers
Design heroes:
jerome bugara
I am very attached to the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright and in terms of design and I really like the work of Charlotte Perriand, which inspires me a lot.
