A History of Tradition and Innovation since 1896

The Beginnings (May 27, 1896):

It all began near Saint-Émilion in Gironde, with the acquisition of the family’s first forest plot. Service trees, ash, oak, and hornbeam provided wood for the local industry.

Expansion and Diversification (1920-1931):

The estate expanded to include 22 forest plots and a 7-hectare vineyard in the Montagne Saint-Émilion appellation. This unique diversity of vineyards, moors, and forests became a significant asset.

Resilience (1974):

The oil crisis severely impacted the family property, leading to its fragmentation and the loss of the vineyard. However, the remaining 13 forests began a sustainable development process, becoming a valuable wood resource and a significant carbon sink.

Renaissance (2017):

Geoffrey Delpy took over the family estate, transforming this heritage into a source of inspiration. In Paris, at 14 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, the first collections of display stands combining wood and metal were created under the Forme International brand, with offices in Paris, Dubai, and Warsaw.

Repositioning (2019):

The company was renamed Saint-Honoré Paris, in homage to its Parisian roots. A new technical center in Bordeaux, near the forest estate, strengthened the company’s capabilities. The same year, the Domaine Saint-Honoré environmental program was launched to offset the carbon emissions of each display stand produced.

Pioneers in 3D Wood Printing (2020):

Saint-Honoré Paris became the first company to master the production of 3D wood filament and to print display stands and mannequins in wood, giving birth to BOISNORÉ®.

Continued Innovation (2021):

A 300-square-meter technical center dedicated to design and development was established to conceive and prototype BOISNORÉ® collections.

Ecological Forest Management (2022):

Saint-Honoré Paris adopted an environmentally friendly approach by using draft horses for forest maintenance, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable practices and French agricultural heritage.

Investment in BOISNORÉ Technology (2023):

Saint-Honoré Paris made a significant investment in its new BOISNORÉ technology and now boasts the world’s largest 3D printing facility dedicated to fashion and haute couture in Bordeaux.

Today:

Saint-Honoré Paris continues to blend tradition and innovation in the design of metal and wood display stands for luxury brands. Our success lies in a unique fusion of design, technology, and sustainability, with each display stand embodying the elegance and prestige of the brands it represents. Currently, we are centralizing our three key sectors—Factory, Design Office, and Estate—onto a single exceptional site to optimize our capabilities and expertise.