Studio Zung and Hugues de Blignières Announce Official Collaborative Partnership
[New York, June 30, 2023] - Studio Zung, a leading architectural and design firm specializing in eco-luxury residential and hospitality projects, is thrilled to announce its official collaborative partnership with renowned Parisian interior architect Hugues de Blignières. This exciting partnership will mark Studio Zung's expansion into the European market, with two new satellite offices in the vibrant cities of Paris and Biarritz.
Studio Zung and Hugues de Blignières have been collaborating successfully since 2017 on various luxury residential projects across the United States. Their shared passion for innovative design, attention to detail, and commitment to creating tranquil spaces with a timeless appeal has forged a strong partnership over the years. Now, this collaboration is taking a significant step forward as they join forces to bring Studio Zung's design expertise to Europe.
As part of this collaboration, Hugues de Blignières will act as the representative and liaison for Studio Zung in Europe, Paris and Biarritz, which services the Pays Basque region. With his extensive experience and profound knowledge of European design and artisans, Mr. de Blignières will integrate and execute Studio Zung's distinctive style and design philosophy into European homes. Given the strong foundation of their successful collaborations in the past, it is second nature for Studio Zung’s expansion with Hugues de Blignières as their continued key collaborator.
"We are thrilled to officially collaborate with Hugues de Blignières and expand our presence into Europe," said Tommy Zung, Founder and Principal of Studio Zung. "Hugues' unique vision and deep understanding of the European design landscape perfectly align with our values (ethos) and approach to architecture and design. This collaboration will allow us to offer our clients in Europe the same level of experience, creativity and detailed execution that Studio Zung is renowned for."
About Studio Zung:
Studio Zung is a modern design studio integrating architecture, interiors and the artistry of living. As a team of architects, thinkers, designers and makers inspired by a holistic lifestyle and sensorial, mindful design, Studio Zung develops concepts in architecture, interiors, and products as a team of multidisciplinary creatives; architects, interior designers, and visual marketeers who help clients realize the artistry of living. They have torn down walls between architecture, design, and built environments so our clients get the best creativity, in the most efficient way. The studio’s approach is immersive; a fluid union of ideas and aesthetics that combines the physical and sensuous storytelling of architecture and design. Studio Zung believes that every project starts with a smart, visionary idea, and ends with a beautiful, sustainable, and memorable human environment.
About Hugues de Blignières:
Hugues de Blignières is a Parisian Interior Architect & Designer trained at the Rhode Island School of Design and graduated from ESAG Penninghen in Paris. He obtained an Excellent Mention at the end of his studies for his research and his work on watchmaking. Congratulated by Christian Liaigre and Joseph Dirand who make up his jury, he joins Joseph Dirand to accompany him in his projects. Previously trained in internationally renowned agencies such as Gilles & Boissier, India Mahdavi, it was with Joseph Dirand that he decided to forge several years. On the strength of these experiences, he opened his own agency in 2017. Motivated by the perpetual search for Beauty, he strives through his creations to sublimate the facts and gestures of everyday life. Defining interior architecture as elegant and timeless, it is his fascination for the hand of man and the resulting craftsmanship that his projects are part of a desire to preserve authentic know-how combined with a contemporary view.
For media inquiries or more information, please contact:
Sarah Hahn
Communications & Marketing Associate
shahn@studiozung.com
212-343-8391
Photos by Adrian Gaut, Jonathan Hökklo, and Jerome Galland