What is the link between flowers and rock’n’roll?
Rock does not necessarily have to be hard and rough. To me, it is synonymous with strength, retro-style and femininity. My approach to floral design is exactly like this. It reflects my personality, as I am more urban and contemporary than romantic or bucolic.
Do you have a favourite colour palette and a favourite flower?
Of course I love powder pink, the one with a hint of black in it, as it is the most versatile and neutral of hues. For the same reason, I very often use carnations in my works, as they are a real passe-partout, adaptable, multi-coloured and long-lasting.
Are your creations influenced by the place they are intended for?
Definitely. To me, flowers are not only flowers, they are designs. They never go alone. They always interact with other objects, even with furniture. Sometimes, to enhance a floral installation, all you need to do is move a chair. Nothing is left to chance.
Do you ever match flowers with uncommon materials?
Working by affinity is easier, but playing with contrasts is much more challenging and interesting. That is why I love to experiment with any materials that inspire me. Plexiglas, for example, has lots of potential. The same for concrete, which provides the nicest of contrasts with gentle flowers.