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The Café de Paris, a true institution in Monte-Carlo, is undergoing a complete metamorphosis under the leadership of Alexandre Giraldi and Alain-Charles Perrot, two internationally renowned architects. This ambitious transformation aims to modernize the establishment while preserving its soul and history.
Founded in 1868 under the name of Café Divan, the mythical Café de Paris adopted its current name in 1882. Over the decades, this establishment has undergone several notable transformations. Until 1930, it evolved to embrace an Art Deco style, before undergoing a major renovation in 1988 which gave it the charm of the Belle Époque of the 1900s.
With this renovation, the Café de Paris takes on the appearance of a former Parisian bistro. Lampshades, antique stained glass, sofas and armchairs create a cosy and elegant atmosphere. The terrace, a favourite place for reunions and moments of relaxation, remains a popular place for customers. Following these transformations, the building now displays a mixed architecture, combining various styles through the ages.
Thirty-four years after its last metamorphosis, the Café de Paris is reinventing itself once again. The Société des Bains de Mer has allocated a budget of 40 million euros for this large-scale transformation. The project is led by Alain-Charles Perrot, chief architect of French historical monuments, and Alexandre Giraldi, a renowned Monegasque architect. Although the interior design is getting a makeover, the project aims to preserve the iconic spirit of the place. Some elements of the Brasserie will be reintegrated into the new layout.
The extension project is ambitious. Originally, the Café de Paris had 10,000 m² of floor space. The new transformation will add space through an extension of the Brasserie on the ground and first floors, including a 280 m² terrace. With the addition of an extension to the second floor, the total surface area will reach 13,000 m², allowing more visitors to be accommodated while improving the comfort and services offered.
One of the most anticipated innovations of this transformation is the arrival of Amazónico, a Brazilian-Latin concept already present in Madrid, London and Dubai. This restaurant will be located on the top floor of the building, on a surface area of 400 m², and will offer a green environment decorated with natural materials reminiscent of the luxuriance of Brazil. Amazónico will open its doors on a 1,000 m² roof, creating a festive and exotic atmosphere.
The second floor will not be left out with the opening of a discotheque, the Speakeasy, which promises lively evenings. Visitors can also enjoy a jazz bar offering fine cocktails, a meat corner, a sushi bar, and a brasserie. This eclectic mix of services aims to satisfy a diverse and demanding clientele.
In addition to the internal transformations, the Café de Paris will have several luxury boutiques along the Allée François Blanc. A space of nearly 800 m² will be dedicated to major brands, reinforcing the appeal of Monte-Carlo as a luxury shopping destination.
The new Café de Paris, a symbol of Monaco's social life, is expected to reopen at the end of June 2023. This transformation is part of the restoration and modernisation strategy of the Société des Bains de Mer, which continues to position the Principality of Monaco as a world reference in the world of luxury and elegance.
The development of the Café de Paris in Monte-Carlo testifies to the Principality's desire to preserve its heritage while adapting to modern requirements. By revisiting this theatre of Monegasque life with renewed ambition, Monaco is once again asserting its status as the capital of luxury and innovation. This transformation promises to make the Café de Paris an even more emblematic place, where history and modernity combine harmoniously for the pleasure of visitors from all over the world.
Sources:
1 https://monaco-hebdo.com/economie/renovation-café-de-paris-monaco-investment/
2 https://lobserverdemonaco.com/infos/new-café-de-paris-images
