My background
I've always loved understanding, learning, and creating with my hands. It's this curiosity that, at 23, prompted me to spend several years exploring the world. Every country, every encounter, and every project reinforced my desire to follow my intuition, choose meaningful paths, and build a life aligned with my values.
In Australia, I discovered woodworking while fitting out my van. This first project revealed a true passion and led me to train as a cabinetmaker as soon as I returned to France.
After two years of apprenticeship, I earned my diploma. My journey then led me to the restoration of antique furniture, where I discovered the richness of wood species, traditional techniques, and the pleasure of preserving objects that span generations. While working on these pieces, I also noticed all the valuable wood scraps that remained unused. It became clear: they, too, deserved to continue their story.
This is how Racines Artisanat was born. I chose this name because it echoes the roots of trees, the origin of each species I work with, but also my family roots. I never had the chance to know my grandfather, a carpenter-cabinetmaker. Yet, the furniture he had made accompanied my childhood, and, in retrospect, I like to think that's where my passion for wood began to take root.
Today, I transform these revalued precious woods into unique pieces, with the desire to convey their history, to showcase the beauty of this living material, and to contribute, in my own way, to keeping artisanal craftsmanship alive.
Manufacturing
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Selection
I collect scraps of precious wood from cabinetmakers, luthiers, and other craftspeople to give them a second life.
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Creation
Each wood species inspires a different creation. I draw shapes that reveal the grain, colors, and natural character of the wood.
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Cut
Each piece is crafted to the standards of fine woodworking. Cutting is done using a CNC milling machine to ensure impeccable precision.
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Finish
Sanding, varnishing, assembly… Each creation is meticulously hand-finished to offer a durable, comfortable, and unique piece of jewelry.
What guides my work
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Durability
I choose to work mainly with upcycled precious woods, from scraps from cabinetmakers, luthiers or other artisans. Rather than exploiting a new resource, I give a second life to a noble material that deserves to be valued down to its last piece. I also design creations made to last, thanks to quality materials, meticulous finishes and artisanal know-how that prioritizes longevity over ephemerality.
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Crafts
I handcraft each creation in my workshop, with the skill and precision of my cabinetmaking trade. I also enjoy collaborating with other artisans, as I am convinced that sharing expertise is a valuable asset. Through my work, I also aim to raise awareness about the importance of craftsmanship: behind every locally made object lies a trade, time, skills, and the men and women who keep a precious heritage alive.
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Authenticity
I remain faithful to what defines the identity of my work: handcrafted creations, carefully selected materials, and transparent manufacturing. I also place great importance on the relationship I build with my clients. Being present at markets, interacting, advising, and sharing the story of each creation is an integral part of my profession. For me, authenticity is found as much in the objects I create as in the trusting relationships I weave with the people who wear them.
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+10 partner artisans share their wood scraps
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+30 wood species already worked with
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Each creation is unique thanks to the natural grain
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Workshop in Pessac, Gironde