Design has never been solely about craftsmanship or interior decoration. Throughout history, it has served as a means of cultural expression and societal change and, on rarer occasions, as a vehicle for solidarity. This spirit lies at the heart of Women’s Perspectives, the new initiative bringing together Maison Philippe Hurel and four internationally acclaimed female designers — Constance Guisset, Sophie Dries, Pauline Leprince and Victoria-Maria Geyer — whose reimagined creations will be sold through Invisible Collection in support of the charity La Maison des Femmes Restart. Presented during Paris Design Week, the collaboration invited each designer to reinterpret an iconic Philippe Hurel piece through her own visual language and sensibility. The resulting limited-edition works celebrate both contemporary female creativity and the enduring excellence of French craftsmanship. Beyond its aesthetic value, however, the collection carries a deeper purpose: sales proceeds from each piece will directly benefit La Maison des Femmes Restart, an organization dedicated to supporting women affected by violence and vulnerability through care, protection and rehabilitation programs.
For Invisible Collection, supporting the initiative was a natural extension of its values. Founded by women, the brand has consistently sought to elevate female creative voices while supporting projects with meaningful cultural and social impact. “As a company founded by women, Invisible Collection feels deeply connected to initiatives that empower and support women,” says Isabelle Dubern Mallevays. “This particular cause is especially close to my heart. I’ve always believed design can do more than enrich interiors. It can create awareness, foster dialogue and generate tangible support for those who need it most.”
Each designer approached the collaboration with a distinct perspective, transforming a Philippe Hurel classic into a deeply personal statement piece. Constance Guisset reinterpreted the Arabel bookcase with her characteristic balance of softness and structure. Known for creating spaces and objects that evoke movement and lightness, she infused the piece with a vibrant cobalt lacquer and carefully composed contrasts between wood and color. The result feels architectural yet playful — a sculptural object that reflects her refined sense of harmony.
Sophie Dries brought her understated, material-driven approach to the Inwood armchair. Respecting the purity of Philippe Hurel’s original lines, she introduced richly textured finishes and subtle tonal nuances that lend the piece depth and quiet sophistication. The armchair embodies her signature dialogue between craftsmanship, contemporary art and tactile elegance. For Pauline Leprince, the Ray desk became an exploration of precision and contrast. Inspired by Bauhaus principles and architectural minimalism, she elevated the piece through refined details — including stitched leather and lacquered metal — creating a desk that feels both rigorously modern and exceptionally warm. Her intervention highlights the nobility of materials while preserving the clarity of the original silhouette. Victoria-Maria Geyer reimagined the Peggy Sue chair with a fresh and expressive sensibility. Combining references to Parisian elegance with bold contemporary accents, she introduced rich tones and graphic contrasts that reveal the chair’s graceful curves in a new light. The result is both sophisticated and vibrant, reflecting her talent for blending historical influences with a distinctly modern spirit.
By bringing these exclusive works to an international audience of collectors and design enthusiasts, Invisible Collection transforms acquisition into participation. Each purchase becomes both an investment in exceptional craftsmanship and a contribution to an organization providing vital assistance to women rebuilding their lives. Through this collaboration, design becomes more than an object of admiration: it becomes an instrument of generosity, capable of connecting creativity with meaningful social impact.
