F.P.Journe, the esteemed Swiss watchmaker, joined as a proud partner of the first-ever MAZE Design Basel, held on June 16–17, 2025, at the historic Offene Kirche Elisabethen. This striking neo-Gothic venue, located opposite the renowned Kunsthalle in Basel, served as the perfect backdrop for a curated exhibition of decorative arts and avant-garde design.
MAZE Design Basel brought together leading international galleries—from Paris to New York to Brussels—presenting both mid-century masterpieces and contemporary collectables. Visitors were captivated by iconic works like Philippe Hiquily’s hammered brass “Fauteuil Coque” presented by Galerie Gastou, the fluid lines of Pierre Charpin’s “Table All Aperto” in Bisazza mosaic via Galerie Kreo, and Philippe Starck’s neon-minimalist “Easylight” for Ketabi Bourdet, showcasing the cutting edge of design evolution.
F.P.Journe’s presence underscored its enduring commitment to the values of Authenticité, Rareté, and Talent (A.R.T.), supporting creativity across disciplines. Much like its horological creations, the brand’s support for MAZE celebrated both historical reverence and future-forward innovation.
The partnership also highlighted the synergy between fine watchmaking and collectible design, both rooted in artisanal excellence and timeless storytelling. For F.P.Journe, aligning with MAZE Design Basel was not just a celebration of form and function, but a reaffirmation of its place within the broader cultural landscape of art and innovation.
Held within the atmospheric interiors of the neo-Gothic Offene Kirche Elisabethen, MAZE Design Basel’s debut edition created an immersive space where historical architecture met contemporary creativity. The collaboration with F.P.Journe enhanced this dialogue, reinforcing how horological precision and design innovation intersect to craft enduring beauty. As visitors explored the curated displays, they encountered a seamless blend of decorative arts, collectible furniture, and pioneering watchmaking—each piece a testament to exceptional craftsmanship.
F.P.Journe’s involvement extended beyond exhibition sponsorship—it echoed the brand’s own ethos of pushing boundaries while honouring tradition. By supporting an event that celebrates design in its most expressive forms, F.P.Journe affirmed its role not just as a master watchmaker, but as a patron of artistry and imagination across disciplines.
