In this episode, Jeanne du Sartel meets Florence de Montfort, founder of FDM Fine Crafts, in her gallery tucked away in Zurich’s old town. After sixteen years in the corporate world, Florence chose a radically different path — building a hybrid gallery and agency dedicated to contemporary design and exceptional craftsmanship.
Her work sits at the intersection of design, sourcing, and cultural mediation — creating bridges between craftspeople, architects, brands, and private clients. At the heart of her project lies a simple but powerful belief: that objects can carry meaning, time, and legacy — and that craftsmanship deserves visibility, respect, and space.
Together, they explore:
Throughout the conversation, Florence reflects on courage, patience, and alignment — and on the importance of slowing down in a world driven by speed and consumption.
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Links
FDM Fine Crafts: https://fdm-finecrafts.ch/en/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdm_fine_crafts/
Florence de Montfort’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/florence-de-montfort/
Artisans mentioned during the episode:
Véronique de Soultrait: https://fdm-finecrafts.ch/en/artisans/veronique-de-soultrait/
Arthur Vallin www.arthurvallin.com
Nathalia Criado www.nataliacriado.com
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