The Elysée's smoking room, a masterpiece of 1970s design, rises from the ashes
- Posted on April 28, 2026
- By Le Monde
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President Georges Pompidou's vision transformed the Élysée Palace in 1969 through renowned designer Pierre Paulin's innovative interior work. After decades of preservation, the palace's iconic smoking room—a stunning example of 1970s modernist design—has undergone meticulous restoration and will soon be unveiled to the public. This architectural revival celebrates mid-century elegance and French presidential heritage, showcasing Paulin's influential approach to luxury residential spaces during a transformative era in design history.
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