3D Printing Paris Style: Could You Print These Luxury Designs?
At the Maison & Objet show in Paris, designers 3D printed breathtaking luxury decor from mostly sustainable materials. But are these high-end pieces simply inspiration, or something you could actually create?
Although most Americans might be introduced to 3D printing at craft shows, in Paris there’s the Maison & Objet. It’s a rather renowned international trade fair dedicated to the vast world of interior design and lifestyle where a global audience of retailers, interior designers, architects, and hospitality professional buyers seek out the latest in head-turning décor and design.
3D printing featured prominently at the early September event this year with a noteworthy selection of 3D printed objects from the truly impressive to those that, a maker like you might say: Hey, I could print that.
There’s no doubt that 3D printing is having a growing influence in the world of interior design and decor. These innovative pieces below demonstrate a blend of sustainable practices, artistic expression, and skilled execution of 3D printing technology. You may just see them next time you’re at a trendy restaurant or a boutique hotel. And the price tags can be eye-popping, especially if you know what a spool of PLA goes for, but imagine all of the failed prints it may have taken to get some of these immaculate products.
Aerea Studio
A standout example (to me because I’m obsessed with 3D printed lamps) is the Soufflé Light by Aerea Studio, where French designer Camille Lefer 3D prints a wide range of objects. The newest lamp comes in several luminescent colors in recycled PETG and appears to be 3D printed with an internal part in one color and an external part in another. Designed to be used either as a table lamp or a pendant light, its dual function and modularity make it adaptable to any space and mood, the designer says. Each piece is made to order, ranging in price from $340 to $455.
Julie Mallet Studio
In the realm of decorative objects, Julie Mallet Studio introduced the “Diplo” vase ($95). This piece is 3D printed from PLA that is ingeniously combined with recycled scallop shells sourced from restaurants in Normandy. This blend of materials gives the vase a distinctive white hue and a unique texture. Its shape is inspired by the Diploria labyrintiformis, also known as brain coral. It also references Matisse’s seaweed drawings, reflecting his love for the French Riviera.
Ious Studio
Ious Studio, known for its spectacular 3D printed concrete architectural installations and modular wall components from large-scale polymers, debuted its first furniture collection called Forma. The line features 3D printed plastic adaptable modules, pieces designed to shift function and form — from a coffee table to a bookcase — reflecting a commitment to computational design and digital fabrication. Forma offers extensive customization, allowing each piece to suit specific needs and aesthetics.
Friedrich Gerlach
The “Lumo” sofa by German designer Friedrich Gerlach is 3D printed using wood leftovers from the timber industry, presenting a compelling case for the use of recycled and bio-sourced materials in furniture production. While not making its debut at the Sept. 2024 Mason & Objet, it was a crowd favorite nonetheless. Gerlach says the furniture is specifically designed for cost-efficient 3D printing because its stackable design maximizes printer bed space, reducing production time and costs.
Sheyn
Sheyn had its largest stand yet at the 2025 Maison & Objet, featuring its most expansive presentation to date. Alongside its full collection, it presented its newest project, a collaboration with candle-maker Looops from Salzburg. Sheyn 3D printed outer holders in PLA, while the candle itself is in glass ($95).
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