Fabrique de Meubles de Coulombs

Informations générales

1911 – The Fabrique de Meubles de Coulombs (Philippe Hurel) is founded by Maurice Gouget.

1937 – Inspired by a piece by Leleu, the manufactory produces modernist furniture created by Loir for the Pavillon Ile de France at the Paris World’s Fair.

1948 – After marrying the only daughter of Maurice Gouget, Pierre Hurel succeeds his father-in-law as company director.

1968 – Philippe Hurel, son of Pierre, takes his first steps in the family business. Two years later he takes over the running of the company.

1971 – Launch of Upsilon, the first collection of contemporary furniture.

1989 – Opening of the first Paris showroom, located in the 12th arrondissement a stone’s throw from the fashionable Faubourg Saint Antoine.

2001 – Inauguration of the new Philippe Hurel showroom on the rue du Bouloi, close to the Palais Royal.

2005 – Maxime Hurel, son of Philippe, begins his apprenticeship in the family business. He would eventually take over the running of the company 7 years later.

2006 – Construction of the new manufactory on the historical site. That same year the prestigious VIA label was awarded to a Philippe Hurel creation, the Tyrol stool. Later recipients would include the Ray desk in 2008 and the Saskia table in 2009.

2007 – Maison Philippe Hurel is awarded the French label “Entreprise
du Patrimoine Vivant” (Living Heritage Company label)

2009 – Publication of the art reference work Philippe Hurel: So Français !

2011 – Celebration of the centenary of Maison Philippe Hurel.

2013 – Opening of showrooms in Shanghai and Singapore.