Louis Durot (born in Paris, 1939) is an undisputed reference in contemporary design. A pioneer, innovator, and eternal nonconformist, he has spent over five decades redefining the boundaries of furniture design, transforming it into a form of artistic expression where functionality and sculpture converge. His radical approach challenges conventional aesthetics, resulting in designs that are both visually striking and conceptually groundbreaking.
With a background in chemical engineering, Durot discovered expanded polyurethane as the perfect medium to bring his ideas to life. His mastery of this material allowed him to experiment with fluids and unconventional shapes, pushing the boundaries of what furniture could be. Among his most iconic pieces is the Spiral Chair, a revolutionary design that has been featured in the world’s most prestigious art and design magazines. This chair, along with his erotic-inspired seating and sculptural tables, has positioned him as a key figure in Pop Art applied to furniture design.
Durot's creations embody a bold vision: fluidity, movement, and innovation, blending artistic freedom with material experimentation. His work is not only admired for its aesthetics but also for its ability to provoke, inspire, and redefine the relationship between art and design.
Throughout his career, Louis Durot has exhibited in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia, achieving significant success in China, where his work has been celebrated in major exhibitions and fine art academies. His designs are part of private collections, museums, and exclusive interiors, solidifying his status as one of the most influential figures in 20th and 21st-century design.
At EAST WEST SPACE, we are proud to showcase Louis Durot’s visionary work. His furniture is more than just functional objects—they are dynamic pieces of living art, reshaping the way we experience and interact with design.
LOUIS DUROT
About the artist
“until 1940, an artist was a virtuoso. Since then, an artist is an innovator”
EXHIBITIONS & DESIGN SHOWS
2025 | EAST WEST SPACE, Barcelona, Spain
2024 | Vitra Design Museum, Germany & Poggy Gallery
2023 |Fondation Cherqui, Aubervilliers, France
2022 | Vitra Design Museum, Germany & Mudac, Lausanne, Switzerland
2020 | Gallery Sohe, Shanghai and Beijing, China
2006 | Rothschild Headquarter, Paris, France
2005 | Gallery Roxane Rodriguez-Alan, Paris, France
2003 | Technical Education at Chong Qing Fine Art Academy, China
1980 - 2002 | International Exhibitions in Shanghai & Beijing, China
Modern Art Museum, Guangdong, China
Louvre SMART, Paris, France
Red Gate Gallery, Beijing, China
LOST CITY Gallery, New York, USA
Museum of Contemporary Art, Atlanta, USA
Art Exhibition, Berlin, Germany
Art Exhibition, New York, USA
Art Exhibition, Toronto, Canada
LineArt, Ghent, Belgium
Chicago International Art Exhibition, USA
1971 | Salon Batimat, Paris, France