At Ardamez, we approach the art of the bistro table as a living heritage. Passionate about tradition yet driven by a spirit of innovation, we design timeless tables that combine authentic charm with confident elegance. More than just furniture, each Ardamez creation is a piece of character, designed to enhance the spaces of hospitality professionals, interior designers, and discerning private clients.
Nestled along the banks of the Erdre in France, our workshops are where a rare alchemy unfolds as ancestral techniques meet contemporary innovation. Here, each table is carefully crafted, guided by inspiration, the materials, and the vision of our clients. Every piece is the result of meticulous work, driven by a constant pursuit of excellence and precision.
The story of Ardamez is first and foremost a story of deep respect for material and timeless gestures. It begins with Alexandre Gadessaud, inspired early on by a desire to create differently, at the intersection of craftsmanship and innovation.
It all started in an enameling workshop, where Alexandre discovered the power of fire, the precision of the hand, and the nobility of enameled steel. A revelation. When doors closed, he chose to forge his own path.
In 2011, Ardamez was born with a simple, ambitious idea: to restore the bistro table to its rightful place, transforming an everyday object into an icon. Working from his garage, Alexandre restored vintage machines, shaped his first tabletops, and turned raw material into pieces of character. Soon, his tables found homes in cafés and restaurants, admired for their timeless elegance and durability.
Over the years, the workshop grew, techniques were refined, and inspiration multiplied. Ardamez has evolved without losing sight of its origin: to merge artisanal heritage with contemporary standards, creating tables designed to endure and become part of the life and stories of the spaces they inhabit.
Every day, our artisans craft bespoke tables for restaurateurs and hoteliers around the world. Welding, shaping cerclages, polishing, and working the wood : each gesture blends ancestral techniques with in-house innovations.
The strapping is the signature detail of the bistro table. It frames the tabletop, accentuates its shape, and gives it an instantly recognizable elegance.
In our workshops, we start with large spools of brass, stainless steel, or copper. A strip is cut to the exact dimensions of the tabletop, carefully shaped, and finished according to the client’s choice (flat or molded). Once ready, the cerclage is closed and hand-welded onto the tabletop, transforming it into an authentic bistro piece.
Beyond its visual appeal, the cerclage is crucial for durability. It holds the elements of the tabletop together, strengthens its structure, and protects it from everyday knocks.
In 80% of our interior tabletops, a sheet of the chosen material — enameled steel, ceramic, etc. — is mounted onto a poplar board, carefully cut in our workshops. This pairing of materials is then reinforced with the cerclage, along with several confidential production steps developed over the years to ensure the stability and longevity of the table.
We select high-quality poplar, treated with a natural stain, for its technical qualities as well as its lightness and consistency. This choice allows us to meet CARB certification standards, guaranteeing a formaldehyde-free production and protecting both the health of our clients and the artisans who craft each table.
Finally, a stamp imprints our blazon on the wood, a discreet signature marking a job well done ; a testament to craftsmanship anchored in material and time.
To create a durable and elegant tabletop, strappings and frames are hand-welded, then ground in six passes for a perfectly uniform surface. Techniques vary with the shape of the tabletop: a square table, for instance, requires more welding, each angle worked individually with precision and care.
Once assembled, the tabletop is placed on a rotating machine, where the strapping receives its finish : brushed or polished by hand, every movement guided with precision. Various fabrics — cottons, flannels, brushes — are used successively to perfect the surface and bring out the full luminosity of the material. This subtle balance of human expertise and mechanical motion produces a unique, lasting shine, the hallmark of Ardamez tables.
Before reaching you, each table benefits from techniques passed down and refined over the years, proprietary methods that enhance both design and durability.
A secret remains a secret… yet we would be delighted to invite you into our workshop and show you the hands and gestures behind our creations.
We also craft one-of-a-kind tables, reflecting the soul of your space. A dramatic format to impress, a singular shape to attract attention, an exclusive color to harmonize with your environment, or a branded finish to assert your identity. At Ardamez, your ideas become material, and your projects come to life around a table that is truly yours.
Beyond aesthetics, we innovate to meet practical needs. Should you identify a specific challenge inherent to your space or activity, our skilled and inventive team will design a tailor-made solution to make your daily life smoother and more enjoyable.
To guide and inspire you in your work, we’ve created several product lines. Each has its own soul, its own aesthetic and, of course, each contains a collection of sumptuous, refined tables designed to suit every space and every project.
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