Grand Palais Éphémère, a temporary architecture worshipping judo and art under the Eiffel Tower

The Grand Palais Éphémère: Wilmotte & Associés built an ephemeral timber-made urban ecology project in the heart of Paris during the Olympics.
Staging the Olympics has always been a source of pride for the hosting country, and France is a notoriously proud nation. So it seemed in President Emanuel Macron’s words when he promised to reopen Notre Dame de Paris in time after the devastating arson of 2019. The cathedral won’t be ready for the opening of the Games, and the country is about to enter a period of political instability. Still, the Olympics will be about equality, peace and good architecture. De Coubertin once wrote that participation is more important than victory because one can win only by joining the game. Paris and France are gearing up for the Olympics. May the best ones win!

The Grand Palais Éphémère: Wilmotte & Associés built an ephemeral timber-made urban ecology project in the heart of Paris during the Olympics.

A 7-metre-diametre ring of fire topped by a monumental hot-air balloon took to the skies over the French Capital. The Paris 2024 Olympic Cauldron by Mathieu Lehanneur shines with a 100% electric flame made of water and light and highlights the French Capital’s link to the theme of flight.

Paris Olympic architecture: from the Eiffel Tower to Versailles, the French capital gears up for the Games with brilliant renovation projects, temporary venues and a sustainable attitude.

Chatillon Architectes ushered the Grand Palais into a new era, safeguarding its timeless relevance and ensuring it continues to be a nexus for creativity, innovation, and grandeur.

LVMH French jeweller Chaumet designed the Paris Olympic Medals like a piece of high jewellery inspired by three themes: hexagon, radiance, and setting.

For the Paris Olympic Torch, French designer Mathieu Lehanneur drew inspiration from Paris 2024’s main themes: Equality, Water, and Peace.

An Olympic torch inspired by the River Seine and medals studded with original pieces from the Eiffel Tower. Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games are imbued with design!