CHAPEAU K celebrates elegance and innovation, blending exceptional French craftsmanship, an eco-responsible approach, fine materials, and a design meticulously made in France, with attention to every detail.
LAURENT KARST, ARCHITECT/DESIGNER - ARTIST
Laurent Karst studied under Gaetano Pesce at the Strasbourg School of Architecture and Industrial Design at the Domus Academy in Milan.
Having worked with major Parisian architecture and design firms, including Jean Nouvel’s agency, he has been developing, for several years, small-scale projects at his own architectural and design agency, Atelier 16 – Architecture. These projects range from private homes to door handles, where attention to detail, materials, and gestures are paramount.
Early in his career, he created three avant-garde clothing collections for an industrial client using technical fabrics. The new design of CHAPEAU K follows this essential approach of utility and gesture, with a focus on precision and exceptional craftsmanship.
As an artist, Laurent Karst develops numerous contemporary art installations in France and abroad, bridging the gap between art and science through the Labofactory and Percept-Lab collectives.
HISTORY
Discover the story of CHAPEAU K. The fusion of exceptional craftsmanship and innovation, where every step celebrates the timeless elegance of design.
FABRICATION
PACKAGING
CHAPEAU K is sold in an elegant black cylindrical box, specifically designed for the models in the collection. It is also made in France. The hats are carefully placed in delicate silk paper inside. Inside each box you'll find a leaflet telling the story of the brand and its original, committed design.
On the lid, in the center, a recessed area holds the brand's logo.
The CHAPEAU K box is durable and practical. It is also designed to protect the hat during travel in a bag or suitcase.
A simple, minimal, and useful packaging. An elegant case that reflects the object it holds.
CREDITS
Art direction: Laurent Karst
Milliner’s assistant: Carmen Neyra
Prototyping and Manufacturing: La Chapellerie Dandurand
Webdesign: Armand Luxey
Marketing and Communication Assistant: Anya Madoo
Graphic Design Assistant: Sophie Dagreou
Photography: René Meyer Cohen – Olivier Buhagiar – Anya Madoo
Photo archives: Glenn Medioni – Olivier Buhagiar – Anya Madoo – Laurent Karst
Photo models:
Mathis- Florian Bapaume – Isaure Favier – Giorgia – Janya – Queenie Wang – Pauline Lattier – Maria – Liena Guerout – Hugo Poirier – Racon Jacob – Alice – Clément Atfé – Farah Bel Hai Yahia – Valentin Guillot – May Borrini – Abbiram Théa – Seoyoung – Myoungji Kim – Lalou – Martin Maffe – Estère – Romain…
COLLABORATIONS
CHAPEAU K develops collaborations with artists, creators, stylists, and designers to offer unique hat pieces.
Karim Bonnet – Impasse de La Défense
Accueil - IMPASSE DE LA DEFENSE
PARTNERSHIPS
Chapeau K hats are presented in exhibitions through prestigious partners, allowing you to try on the hats before ordering them from our website.
GALERIE CHRISTINE DIEGONI, 47 ter rue d’Orsel, 75018 Paris
