The Hero’s Journey of Raphael Navot

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Private Paris Tour: In the Footsteps of Raphael Navot and His Design Studio

With Storyteller Peter de Kuster

Experience Paris through the Eyes of a Master Designer

Step into the world of Raphael Navot-Maison&Objet Designer of the Year 2023 and one of Paris’ most visionary creators-on a unique private tour led by storyteller Peter de Kuster. Discover how Navot’s journey from Jerusalem to Paris shaped his poetic, tactile, and timeless approach to design, and explore the city’s hidden creative gems that inspire his work.

Tour Highlights

  • Visit Iconic Navot Projects:
    • Hôtel National des Arts & Métiers: See Navot’s signature project where Parisian stone, oxidized copper, terrazzo, and custom furnishings create a timeless hospitality experience. Learn how Navot collaborated with the city’s best artisans to blend tradition and innovation in every detail.
    • Montorgueil & Le Haut Marais: Stroll through the vibrant neighborhoods where Navot’s studio is based and where he draws daily inspiration from Paris’ rich craft heritage and urban energy.
  • Peek Behind the Studio Doors:
    • Discover the philosophy and creative process behind Navot’s multidisciplinary studio, where he works with master artisans to realize bespoke interiors, furniture, and objects that balance raw materiality with refined storytelling.
    • Hear how Navot’s workspace-“not an office, but a creative laboratory”-reflects his belief in collaboration, experimentation, and the value of noble materials.
  • Stories of Craft and Collaboration:
    • Learn about Navot’s collaborations with international brands, artists, and ateliers, and how he bridges the worlds of design, art, and architecture.
    • Explore how his Parisian projects, from hotels to galleries, are shaped by the city’s legacy of savoir-faire and the spirit of innovation.
  • Personal Story Coaching:
    • As you walk, Peter de Kuster weaves the Hero’s Journey into your experience, helping you reflect on your own creative path, sources of inspiration, and the power of place in shaping your story.

What’s Included

  • 2.5-hour private walking tour with Peter de Kuster
  • Exclusive access to the stories behind Raphael Navot’s most celebrated Parisian works
  • Coffee or tea stop in a designer café for reflection and Q&A
  • Personalized Hero’s Journey workbook to capture your insights and inspirations
  • Story coaching session to help you connect Navot’s journey to your own creative ambitions

Great Price & Benefits

  • Introductory Rate: €595 (all-inclusive, up to 2 people)
  • Flexible scheduling to fit your Paris itinerary
  • Unique blend of design, storytelling, and personal growth-only available from Peter de Kuster
  • Ideal for:
    • Design lovers and creative professionals
    • Travelers seeking deeper, story-driven experiences
    • Anyone inspired by craftsmanship, innovation, and the Parisian art of living

Why Choose This Tour?

  • Go beyond sightseeing: See Paris through the lens of a world-class designer and discover how place, tradition, and innovation intersect.
  • Meet your own creative crossroads: Let Peter guide you in reflecting on your own journey, using the city and Navot’s story as inspiration.
  • Take home more than photos: Leave with new perspectives, practical insights, and a renewed sense of your own creative possibilities.

How to Book

Reserve your spot by emailing peter@wearesomeone.nl
Limited availability – book early to secure your private tour!

Walk in the footsteps of Raphael Navot. Discover the Paris of makers, dreamers, and storytellers. Find your own story in the City of Light.

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