French design reimagined
Lyon Béton is a creative design studio from France specializing in high-quality furniture, accessories, and art objects made of concrete. Based in Villefranche-sur-Saône, the company realizes bold designs that combine urban inspiration with a clear formal language. Geometry plays a central role – inspired by Bauhaus, De Stijl, Art Deco, Brutalism, and the Memphis movement. .
🎨 Design Geography & Style
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Strong design language : The concrete furniture is timeless, raw and yet elegant – it shows how urban materials can be used at the highest level .
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Influences & role models : Lyon Béton is inspired by pioneers such as Jean Prouvé, Le Corbusier, Frank Lloyd Wright, Charlotte Perriand and Raymond Loewy .
⚙️ Manufacturing process & material
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Lightweight concrete innovation : Concrete is reinforced with metal fibers – creating a high-quality material that is lighter than traditional concrete furniture .
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Industrial claim : Production is carried out on an industrial scale – from the initial idea to series production .
♻️ Quality & Sustainability
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ISO 9001:2015 certified since 2020 : Every production step is controlled and continuously optimized.
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EcoVadis Bronze Medal 2022 : Confirmation of corporate responsibility – with a focus on durable, repairable and recyclable products.
🧠 Creative team & designers
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Internal design creative team : Art and design director Joanny Provent oversees many products herself.
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External collaborations : Designers such as Bertrand Jayr, Alexandre Dubreuil, Henri Lavallard-Boget, Julie Legros and Martin Cuel enrich the collections with innovative series such as Cloud , Curb and Bak.
👤 Goal, impact & brand position
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Unmistakable design : Unique objects with a touch of familiarity – “unseen design with a taste of déjà-vu”.
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Longevity instead of a throwaway mentality : Products that are deliberately designed to be long-lasting, timeless and sustainable.
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Suitable for indoor and outdoor use : Residential properties also suitable for outdoor use – when used properly.
Company data & key figures
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Founded : about 10 years ago through the joy of experimenting in furniture projects
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Focus : Design and concrete furniture with artistic appeal
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Products : Tables, chairs, shelves, accessories – made of handmade concrete or concrete mix
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Market : International sales, design showrooms, contract customers
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Core competence : Combination of industrial production and high-quality, sustainable design
🧱 Why Lyon Béton?
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Unmistakable material aesthetics
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Robust architecture in concrete form
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Innovative designs combined with craftsmanship
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Responsible production with visible ecological standards