Since 2016, Virginie Mirbel has been based in the 4th street of Le Corbusier’s Unité d’Habitation in Marseille, where she offers interior design work inspired by the icons of creation, sharing her vision through Maison Mirbel.
In 2022, Architecture de Collection and Maison Mirbel formed a partnership focused on promoting modern and contemporary architectural heritage.
Maison Mirbel develops an eclectic and committed approach, which takes the form of a store offering a selection of rare Mid-Century objects and exclusive contemporary creations ; limited-edition pieces created in collaboration with local designers and businesses ; a studio providing bespoke space planning services ; and a sea-view studio available for rent within the Unité d’Habitation.
© Martina Maffini
Rooted in an era of environmental crisis, Virginie Mirbel presents a way to approach interior design by working with what already exists. Far from the dictates of fashion, upcycling has always been a core value in her philosophy, driven by both aesthetic and ecological conviction. Pieces are chosen for their enduring beauty and functionality. Recycling vintage pieces and staging them with contemporary codes, trusting local craftsmen, playing with colors to transform an interior, and favoring a single statement design piece to reveal the space are solutions that Maison Mirbel teaches its clients and experiments with them, fostering their curiosity and creativity.
The 4th street store
In this 70 m² space furnished with pieces by Charlotte Perriand, Maison Mirbel offers a selection of fashion accessories, authentic furniture, and iconic objects in limited editions. This unique universe, shaped by encounters, seasons, and discoveries, aims to sharpen the eye by highlighting beautiful and functional objects.
© John Rigard
Space planning services
Maison Mirbel provides bespoke space planning advice based on the philosophy of feeling at home. Drawing on past experiences and an intuitive, contemporary approach, Virginie Mirbel offers access to beauty through constant education in quality and craftsmanship. She provides interior and exterior space planning services for residential, public, or private spaces, blending contemporary pieces with authentic Mid-Century items.
Interior design of a family home in Montolivet – Marseille 12th © Mathilde Lebreuil
Custom wallpaper created by Severin Millet for Maison Mirbel © Mathilde Lebreuil
Maison Mirbel also creates custom furniture, specifically designed for each project thanks to the expertise of skilled artisans and demanding suppliers.
Berna armchair, tubular collection, designed by Maison Mirbel © John Rigard
Cork and cotton rugs designed by Maison Mirbel
A sea-view studio in the Cité Radieuse
Available for rent, Studio 444 was designed by Maison Mirbel with a selection of authentic furniture. It offers all the modern comforts needed for short or long stays. Conceived as a place for creation, meetings, or escapism, this apartment-cell is open to artists, architects, designers, and art lovers, allowing them to experience the Corbusian way of life and the city of Marseille.
In 2024, Maison Mirbel supported our team in designing Cellule 418, our new space recently opened in the 4th street of the Unité d’Habitation.
Wooden bench by Malo Mangin, master cabinetmaker
Olivier Mourgue Djinn desk, 1967 collection
Eichenberger Swiss floor lamp, early 1960s edition, and LC7 orange office chair by Cassina, current re-edition
© F.L.C. / Adagp, Paris, 2024 © Architecture de Collection – all rights reserved
MAISON MIRBEL
Unité d’Habitation – 280 bd. Michelet
Appt. 403 / 4th floor
13008 Marseille
+33 (0) 662 073 774
contact@maisonmirbel.com
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