One of a long line of cabinet makers, Patrick Goutanier is an artist at heart. Winner of the Prix du Conservatoire d'Art Dramatique, he has dedicated many years to working in Dramatic Arts, as an actor, director, scenic artist, videographer and musician.

Now a sculptor-designer, he has recently returned to the family tradition, whilst at the same time conserving the creative aspects of sculpture and design.

Patrick Goutanier incorporates wood and metal in his work, mastering all stages of creation, from design to production.

"I keep my distance from standardisation, my aim is to create and bring romance to useful objects, which can be used as part of everyday life... From emotion comes function in a dynamic style that is both aesthetically soothing and fun with carefully studied ergonomics... I see myself as a sculptor of the ordinary..."