The bold and generously proportioned marble-topped OOMA dining table paired with sculptural EILEEN chairs, both in American walnut. Photo: Adel Slimane Fecih



Parisian Designer Reda Amalou
Blends Beauty of Form 
with Mastery of Craftsmanship






Designer Reda Amalou’s furniture, lighting and objects are minimalist in form, maximalist in luxury. Photo: Mikael Benard



Architect and designer Reda Amalou is the founder of REDA AMALOU DESIGN based in Paris. He leads the creative vision of the studio, designing interiors and sculptural furniture, poetic lighting and decorative objects for an A-list group of corporate and residential clients worldwide. Incollect spoke with Amalou about what inspires him, his love of rich materials and fine craftsmanship, and how he is looking to expand his brand in the United States in the coming years. 




Left: Airy, elegant contours in American walnut are topped with inset Nero Marquina marble in the BABYLONE console. The BABYLONE collection also includes two coffee tables and a side table. Photo: Adel Slimane Fecih  Right: The SOA desk stands out for its simplicity and sleek curves, with one long leather-lined drawer in high-gloss lacquer, sandwiched between waterfalls of American walnut.



Where, when, and why did you start designing furniture? 

We started the business 12 years ago. Our architecture and interior firm, AW2 Architecture and Interiors, had been running for over 15 years, and in most of our projects, we were simultaneously designing furniture to include in the spaces we designed. I then had brands requesting me to design collections for them. So it felt natural to expand on this and create the furniture design side of things as a stand-alone firm.



The SOA console stands out for its simplicity and sensual curves. The long, eye-catching line in high-gloss lacquer (available in 36 colors) conceals a long drawer and contrasts with the matte finish of the American walnut. The DOT side table/stool is a contemporary interpretation of the traditional Asian stool, with a clean and minimalist line and a multi-layered hand-applied lacquer finish of exceptional depth and intensity. Photo: Adel Slimane Fecih



You have since built a global reputation as a designer of high-quality contemporary furniture. What’s the secret? 

I believe that as a designer, your best ambassador is your project or your design. Both must strike a chord with others, elevating the object to a level other than just an object with a function. If you succeed in telling a story with your design, then people relate to it. My goal is to design furniture that inspires, incorporating materials that have a life and forms that surprise.




Left: The AMIYA curved, sectional sofa can be assembled in a variety of configurations. Photo: Adel Slimane Fecih  Right: The OCTAVE chair: An open form frame in rich American walnut and black lacquered steel cradle a voluptuous seat and back upholstered in Pierre Frey Chenille Igor. Photo: Mikael Benard



Could you highlight a few special pieces from your collection?

The DOT Side Table is a simple object in many ways, but is successful as a design. The form is pure and minimal. The finish on this table, with its high gloss handmade lacquer, is key. The multiple layers of lacquer applied to the table (usually over 20 layers) create depth and reveal the purity of the form. Then there is the EILEEN chair. This is a very beautiful object. It’s sculptural, and the lines are pure, designed to feel as though it is made of a single piece of carved wood. The AMIYA sofa is also a favorite. It is designed with a series of curved lines that create the form. It can be assembled as a corner, L shape, sofa, or on its own; it’s beautifully balanced.



Beauté du Gèste, an installation at Secret Gallery, Paris during Maison&Objet, January 2026. The exhibition brought together pieces from Reda Amalou’s collection in conversation with works by contemporary and 20th-century artists, creating a continuum of line, form, material and gesture. Showcasing here: the PANAMA II lacquered screen, MUSE rug, SOA console, limited edition KIMANI lounge chair, and LADY BUG side table. Photo: Mikael Benard



What is your best-selling design, and why?

We have a few, but certainly the DOT Side Table, together with the OOMA Dining Table, are best sellers. I think they strike the perfect balance as objects. The form is pure, the line minimal. They both have an underlying story to tell, with the rich hand-lacquered finish or the surprising double curve of the table legs.



Sweeping lines and contrasting materials make a strong statement in the walnut and steel JAH bench, a tribute to the designer’s inspirations, from minimalism to multiculturalism.



How would you characterize your design style?

It is difficult for me to characterize my style. I am trying to design with minimal shapes, forms, and lines. There is an underlying complexity, or an ‘architectural side’ to my designs: we actually like to call our collections ‘Architecture of Objects'. I am also strongly inspired by twentieth-century architecture and the contemporary design world. I also travel extensively for our hotel projects, so I am continually exposed to new cultures, ideas, and worlds. I therefore get inspiration from all over.




Left: The limited edition LALA console introduces cloisonné enamel tiles, handcrafted using an ancestral goldsmithing process, to a solid walnut structure. More sculptural than functional, THIS IS NOT A VASE in bronze-finished brass with a gold leaf interior revealed through cut-out openings. Photo: Mikael Benard Right: Limited Edition KIMANI lounge chair in bronze-patina brass with saddle-stitched, channel-tufted, full-grain leather upholstery. DOT EGGSHELL side table in roasted eggshell marquetry, meticulously created with duck eggs in multiple layers of lacquer, a finish that is both subtle and spectacular. Photo: Adel Slimane Fecih



What products do you design?

We currently offer everything from sculptural furniture to lighting and decorative objects. The brand offers two distinctive lines: the Collection, featuring refined contemporary pieces produced in small series, and the Limited Editions, composed of one-of-a-kind creations or editions of eight, crafted by exceptional artisans sourced from around the world.



Where are your designs made?

I rely heavily on skilled craftsmen. So I chose the place of fabrication based on where the skills I am looking for are available to achieve the quality I want. Many of my designs are produced in France and Italy. Other designs are made in Vietnam, including those requiring hand-lacquer painting. I usually go to China for cloisonné craftsmanship.



What special services do you offer interior designers and trade clients?

We have preferred conditions for our professional clients, ranging from special pricing to shipping assistance. This is important to us as ‘the trade’ is our main client base, but we continually expand our client list and services.



Do you create bespoke pieces or modify designs for projects?

Yes, we do: We can create bespoke sizes for most of our furniture (sofas, tables, consoles, ec) and frequently respond to our clients' particular requests. For example, our Panama lacquer screen was produced to a specific size for a recent project in Florida.



Is sustainability part of your design process?

Sustainability is important to us. All of our wood is FSC-approved, and we try to implement the best possible practice regarding this.



How much business do you do online?

Our clients continue to visit the Gallery in central Paris, so that remains the same. We also have distributors in the UK and an agent in Italy to represent us. However, nowadays, the internet has become a powerful tool to make our designs better known to a global audience, so we do rely on the internet a lot.



The handsome and self-assured AUGUSTE armchair pairs walnut and leather with tensioned cording framework; also available with fabric cushions, natural color cord and other wood finishes. The LADY BUG side table is a timeless, refined piece with unique material effects: hammer bronze legs and a thick lacquered wooden top covered with varnished cotton voile.



What interior design projects have you worked on recently?

Our Interior design work is very busy; we are constantly working on hotel and hospitality projects around the world. As these are commercial projects, we can’t discuss the projects or our clients, but this part of our business is strong.



What’s next for you?

We want to expand Reda Amalou Design as a brand and are exploring new markets. The US is already doing well, but we feel there is a greater potential there.




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