Between modern and vintage at Sandrine Fauconnet’s
A traveler and curious soul above all, Sandrine Fauconnet is one of those multi-talented people whom nothing can stop. A food photographer as well as a cook, and soon to be a textile designer, she opens the doors to her creative cocoon for us today.
Sandrine, what’s your story?
I’ve been a traveler at heart since early childhood. After studying and working in Paris, I wanted to live elsewhere to discover other cultures and ways of life. So I spent a few years in London and Sydney, Australia. It was a collection of incredibly enriching experiences. I came back with an open mind and the idea that anything is possible—you just have to try, and if it doesn’t work out, it’s not a big deal; you do something else!
My creative energy comes from my parents: my dad, a great traveler through his work, is also very handy, and my mom is an artist (painting and sculpture) as well as an excellent cook. I learned a great deal from being around them, especially how to make things myself. Today, I’ve rediscovered myself as a multi-potentialite, working as a photographer, cook, DIY enthusiast, seamstress, and soon-to-be textile designer. I’m now launching new projects that combine culinary workshops, brunches, and textile creations inspired by my travels and my cooking, with a socially responsible approach while minimizing my environmental impact.
Tell us about your tastes and your décor inspirations.
I find inspiration everywhere, here and elsewhere, and in everyone. I’m always very curious about other people’s worlds, and I think we have a lot to learn by sharing and exchanging with those around us or the people we meet. I’m a big fan of Country Style magazine because it takes me back to Australia. I admire those who carry on artisanal know-how, and I have a passion for ceramics and fabrics.
I like mixing styles, especially rustic or vintage pieces with modern touches. I love browsing flea markets with my friends and enjoy restoring furniture to give it a second life. I love warm, lived-in spaces, and my kitchen reflects that with my collections of accessories found second-hand and brought back from my travels.
Why did you choose TIPTOE table legs? What do you like about them, and how do you integrate them into your world?
I chose TIPTOE table legs because I was looking for a solution to set up a large table at home, so I could entertain despite my small apartment while still having the flexibility to free up the space at other times. I immediately loved their design and pictured a tabletop made from wooden planks (which I assembled and stained myself), creating a combination that is both rustic and modern. My table takes pride of place in the middle of my kitchen and also serves as my desk.
What TIPTOE creation would you like to make?
A console table with an old shutter panel waiting in my cellar.
