We craft everyday objects inspired by old, anonymous buildings : farmhouses, barns, churches, and village homes. These objects reference simple shapes and humble techniques that modernity often overlooks.

Reproducing these elements today means recognizing their aesthetic and functional value, but also a reflection on their potential to be adapted and how they can offer meaningful, rewarding work for artisans.

We are building a catalogue of robust, timeless pieces that will continue to grow, shaped by our ongoing research into the rural regions where these everyday objects first came to life.





All photographs © Jamie Hawkesworth.

Inventaire is a project founded by Sophie Pinet, Marion Pinet and Pierre Pollet. Marion et Sophie are sisters. Marion is an architect ; while Sophie has a background in art history and journalism.

In 2016, Pierre and Marion founded the Pollet Pinet Architectes studio. Together, they moved to Larnagol and restored an old village farmhouse. Their work led them to explore rural architecture across several natural regions, from the alpine farms of the Bornes massif to the granite homes of Cotentin.

Until 2021, Sophie worked as an editor at AD France (Condé Nast). She has been interested both in major figures of architecture, art, and contemporary photography, as well as emerging talents. Today, she works with designers, publishers, and manufacturers in developing their image.

In the summer of 2023, in Normandy, the three recalled a modest, anonymous wrought-iron door handle they had seen on a trip to Greece.

That conversation was the beginning of Inventaire.