Baran de Bordeaux: New Zealand specialists in French Antiques and Interiors

Chrystelle Baran has always had a passion for collecting French antiques. She and her partner Nick opened Baran de Bordeaux in 2000, sourcing the best and most beautiful pieces from all over France for their showroom in Ellerslie. Their mission is to show that exquisite French antiques and interior design is timeless and can be suited to any New Zealand interior, contemporary or otherwise.

Classic French antiques that can fit into any New Zealand interior

Chrystelle sometimes worries that New Zealanders have preconceived notions about antiques that they are old fluffy and dusty pieces that one would find in the home of their grandmother.

But she and Nick are determined to puncture that myth. “We show them that good French pieces will do quite the opposite. The enduring international appeal of genuine French antiques is their lightness and decorative quality that is perfectly at home in any New Zealand interior, contemporary or otherwise.”

They travel to France two or three times a year to source new stock from every corner of France. Much like fashion, design trends often change quickly. So, for them both, it is important to see what is happening.

Sourcing and interior design

In addition to their French antiques, Baran de Bordeaux offer a wide range of services like sourcing and interior design.

Sourcing

Should you be looking for a specific item, Chrystelle and Nick will be happy to personally source that special piece for you. Once located, they can send you photographs directly from France, prior to purchasing.

Interior design

Complimenting their deep knowledge of French furnishings and decoration flair, Chrystelle and Nick can take on a strictly limited number of design projects a year. Contact us to discuss your specific requirements.

New Zealand stockist for the stunning hand-painted de Gournay wallpaper

Baran De Bordeaux possesses elegant French pieces for every part of your interior and exterior. From furniture to decoration to lighting (even chandeliers), only the most elegant pieces are selected by Chrystelle.

Baran de Bordeaux are New Zealand’s sole representative for de Gournay, the world’s finest hand-painted wallpapers.

They are even the sole New Zealand stockist for the stunning hand-painted de Gournay wallpaper. Whether creating a Chinoiserie room, a 19th century French Scenic, an Art Nouveau or Art Deco interior, a gold-leaf ceiling or a complete Chinese Export dinner service, de Gournay and Baran de Bordeaux can help you realise your dreams of a perfect interior.

Author : David Williams