François Clerc is a 35 year-old product designer living between Paris, London and Taipei.
After a diploma entitled “Gardening in the city” at ensci/les Ateliers, he started working with companies designing furniture and accessories for the garden. Sensitive to our interaction with nature, this plants lover’s designs are born out of an eco-friendly approach. François Clerc is currently designing products for De Castelli, Eno, Sentou, Nature et Découvertes, Papier d’Arménie, Domestic, Bellemont…

2013 - 2012
Innled - Lightning brand, France
Design of a range of lights using LED technology.

2012
UNICEF - World's leading children's charity protecting the rights of children
Design of a little doll which will be sold on auction at the event "Frimousses de créateurs"

2012 - 2011
Eno - French editor of objects, Paris
Design of a stool that can also be used as a side table.

2012 - 2011 - 2010 - 2009
Nature et Découvertes - 85 shops selling products to enjoy and discover the nature, Paris
Products for the garden, flower pot, garden cushions, solar lamp and outdoor furniture, designed according to the principles of eco-design.

2011
De Castelli - Company producing high-end metal objects, Italy
Range of large flower pots for climbing plants. Ideal as a divider, the Screen-Pots provides a vegetal and portable shield, giving privacy and protection from the wind.

2011
Made in Design - European design leader for the online market, France
Design of a mirror, Milord, made of stainless steel.

2011
Publicis - Third biggest global communication group, France
Graphic design for their own communication, design of pictograms.

2011
Abarane - New outdoor furniture brand, France
Deckchair design.

2011
Chivas Brothers - Pernot Ricard group
Design of a bag to carry two bottles of Chivas

2010
Jack Daniel's - brand of Tennessee whiskey
Design of whiskey glass.

2010 - 2009
Bellemont - New childcare brand, Vannes
Design of a range of products for the bath (thermometer, bag for toys...) and a toilet seat.

2010 - 2009
PLAN - One of the major European groups for seeds and garden product solutions, Angers
Design and organization of production in Taiwan of a flower pot for a special mix of seeds.

2009
Domestic - French leader in “wall stickers”, Paris
6 wall stickers, each one corresponding to a functional object for the house.

2008
Sentou - French design shops, Paris
Design of different products, candlesticks, jugs, glasses...

2008
Malibu - Pernot Ricard group, Paris
Design of a tray for bars and nightclubs.

2008
Johnnie Walker Asia - Scotch whisky, Taipei
Design of a VIP Box, with a bottle of Johnnie Walker Blue Label King George V,
four Baccarat glasses and a poker set.

2008
Vision Enabler - Diversity promotion, London
Responsible for creating the graphic identity of the company and the Diversity Club documents for Paris, London and New York.

2008 - 2007
Estate & Wine - LVMH group, Paris
Design of an ice bucket for New World wine.

2008 - 2007
Papier d’Arménie - organic and traditional air freshener (since 1885), Paris
Design and development of a "Kit" used to burn the Papier d'Arménie.

2008 - 2007
Ihr - organic products
As Art Director, responsible for a team of 2 people.
Responsible for creating the graphic identity and global design for the brand Ihr AG.
Design of a concept bar-restaurant serving organic food and drink.

2007 - 2006
Yu-shi - Promotion of an eco-friendly way of life
Responsible for creating the graphic identity of the new Taiwanese brand Yu-Shi – including their business cards, brochure and stationary.

2006
Ethiopia - French ambassy in Addis-Ababa
Organised intercultural project between French designers and Ethiopian craftsmen. End product was the creation of durable garden furniture using traditional Ethiopian building techniques. Instigated systems for continued production and opened up sales channels enabling the project to continue independently of the Embassy.

2006
Volvo - Volvo Taiwan
Designed promotional products for Volvo Taiwan for the launch of the new C70.
In collaboration with D:SOURCE for the production.

2005
ADEME - Environmental and Energy Agency
Designed ADEME’s trade stand according to the principles of eco-design.
Co-ordinated the production of the stand.
In collaboration with C-E.Hue and A. Patras as part of the FabriK3 collective.

2005
Conseil Général de l’Essonne - L’Essonne local authority, Mereville district
Creation of the roving ‘Mereville’s re-awakening’ exhibition with it’s specially designed display boards which are easy to dismantle and transport.
In collaboration with C-E. Hue and Ebulioscope (a graphic design agency)

2006 - 2005 - 2004
Balcoon - Balcony design company
Creation of products adapted for the balcony, produced by an urban gardening company.

2005 - 2004
Cèdre Rouge - Chain of 11 shops in France specialising in luxury design for the home

Graphic Design:
Responsible for the graphics to mark and promote the 20th anniversary of Cèdre Rouge - special logo, celebratory catalogue, branded packaging and carrier bags...

Product Design:
Range of home furniture (metal) - table, chairs, armchair, bed
Range of fireplace and curtain rail accessories (metal)
Range of plant pot designs, ‘en-quête de pot’ (ceramics)

2005
EDF - France Electricity / Mairie de Paris - Mayor of Paris
Responsible for the renovation of an EDF showroom to promote electronic vehicles in Paris, including logo and brand design, organisation of showroom space and event management.
In collaboration with C-E. Hue

2005
Centre d’Art Contemporain de Chamarande - Chamarande's Contemporary Art Centre
Development and creation of a pedagogical tool to encourage children visiting the Chamarande estate to explore Contant d’Ivry’s architecture and life on the Chamarande estate during the 18th century.

2004
Mobil Wood - Furniture manufacturer and retailer
Global design for the sale of Mobil Wood’s output to the public.
Definining company image and retail space.
Responsible for the design of the garden product range.

2004
Conseil Général de L’Essonne - L’Essonne Local Council
Design and construction of a 25m² covered stand made of wood, to house workshops in public spaces (deconstructable structure).
Commissioned to make a further two stands following the success of the initial design.
Responsible for educational workshops for children on the theme of the garden.

2003
French Embassy in Kazakhstan - Department of culture
Organisation of the ‘fête de la musique’ (France’s National Music Festival) in Kazakhstan and co-ordination of a ‘scenography’ workshop uniting local design students and Kazakh musicians. In collaboration with M. Segui

2003
Felt Venture in Central Asia - Personal initiative
Established an association - ‘Raké Design’ - to promote the Kyrgyz craft industry through partnerships with international design.
Organised a workshop for students at the Academy of Architecture in Almaty - led by professional designers from France.
Created a series of products in felt produced in Kyrgyzstan following traditional craft techniques. Oversaw and co-ordinated the production, transportation and distribution.
In collaboration with A. Patras

Education

March 2003 - Diplôme de ENSCI/Les Ateliers
1998/2003 - Ecole Nationale Supérieure de Création Industrielle (Paris)
1995/1998 - BTS de Création Industrielle à Olivier de Serres (Paris)
1994/1995 - Ecole des Beaux Arts (Rennes)
1994 - Bac scientifique (Le Mans)