30 years is something to celebrate! To mark the occasion, Jean-François Allain and Emmanuelle Delanoë from AD Ébénistes have decided to organise a special day on Saturday 20 September 2025 in Riec-sur-Bélon (Finistère). The public will be able to discover the craft of cabinetmaking in the heart of the workshop, but that's not all. A photographer, a composer, a ceramist and an upholsterer will join them for a moment of discovery and sharing.
Article published in Ouest-France on 18 September 2025
An Open Day showcasing the arts and crafts and a temporary exhibition space. This is what Jean-François Allain and Emmanuelle Delanoë of AD Ébénistes are offering on Saturday 20 September 2025 in Riec-sur-Bélon (Finistère). In attendance will be upholsterer Perrine Lagarde, ceramist Ken Renault, photographer Fleur Heizmann and composer Franck Perret. With this event, the cabinetmakers hope to share their expertise with the public, offering a behind-the-scenes look at their creative worlds. The aim is to showcase the techniques, materials, expertise, beauty and high standards of these passionate professions, where tradition and creativity meet," explain Jean-François Allain and Emmanuelle Delanoë. The intention is not only to welcome the public and celebrate the workshop's 30th anniversary, but also to create an event that will forge links with other artisans. The craft of cabinetmaking brings together different creative techniques. Whether restoring pieces or creating bespoke designs, cabinetmakers often find themselves collaborating with other artisans," explains Emmanuelle Delanoë.
A time to meet and discuss arts and crafts
An example? "La Faute à Voltaire, Perrine Lagarde's upholstery workshop, has been based in Rosporden for four years and sometimes collaborates with Jean-François Allain and Emmanuelle Delanoë. During an open house, she introduced them to ceramicist Ken Renault. Having settled in Brittany two years ago and drawing on his experience as an architect and ceramicist, Renault is attracted by the idea of combining arts and crafts with interior design. Fleur Heizmann and Franck Perret have been living in the commune of Riec-sur-Belon for five years. They recently met the cabinetmakers and are excited about the open house. The photographer has selected a number of photographs of trees from her collection. The composer will orchestrate an unusual musical exhibition in the workshop.