On April 22nd at 6:30 PM, the Museum of Decorative Arts and Design, located on Bouffard Street, is celebrating a brand new chapter in its history. Three inaugural exhibitions will be showcased for this occasion, followed by a concert and a DJ set in the MADD's honor courtyard.
A more sustainable and inclusive museum
Led by architectural agency Antoine Dufour, the MADD project aims to reunite its two buildings: the private hotel, built at the end of the 18th century, and the former municipal prison, dating back to the late 19th century, now connected by a glass and steel pavilion. The project's goal remains twofold: to preserve the architectural identity and unique atmosphere of these heritage sites and adapt them to the requirements of a contemporary museum. Dedicated to highlighting the decorative arts, the services...
art, craftsmanship, and design in all its forms, the museum aims to tackle major contemporary challenges and put eco-responsibility, inclusion, and civic engagement at the heart of its project.
Exhibition Pauline Deltour, an Apparent Simplicity at MADD Bordeaux © Benoit Florençon
In the end, over 3,000 m2 will be restored, offering a new space for life, discovery, and relaxation right in the heart of Bordeaux – with a landscaped courtyard, a café-restaurant, a boutique… for the residents of Bordeaux.
Three exhibitions inaugurated on April 22 followed by a festive evening
The three inaugural exhibitions at MADD bring together nearly 50 lenders, museums, institutions, and collectors, showcasing the many facets of the museum, from decorative arts to contemporary design, including the study of techniques, craftsmanship, know-how, and material culture. Featured are: Pauline Deltour, an Apparent Simplicity, Ceramics, Sensitive Bodies, and Selected Pieces, a Look at Jacques Sargos' Drawing Collection.
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MADD invites you to join us on April 22 at 6:30 PM to celebrate this new chapter together and encourages you to discover its full program of visits. Don't forget to mark your calendars!Element the event on Saturday, April 25th from 11 AM to 7 PM featuring guided exhibition tours, activities in the courtyard, and a delightful culinary experience showcasing six talented chefs from Bordeaux, brought to you by the Egregore collective.
While we await the opening of the private hotel scheduled for late 2027, this first phase promises to be extraordinary.
MADD - Museum of Decorative Arts and Design
39, Rue Bouffard – 33000 Bordeaux
Inauguration evening on April 22, 2026 at 6:30 PM
More info on madd-bordeaux.fr
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