350 to 1000 M2 OF GALLERY / 3750 to 10750 SQ. FT.
SPACE ON 3 LEVELS
High-speed Wi-Fi connection
air-conditioned space
Ideally located in the heart of the Marais district, between the Centre Pompidou and the vibrant artistic atmosphere of the Saint-Merri neighborhood, 5 rue Saint-Merri is a prestigious address where history and modernity meet. This exceptional space, popular during Fashion Week and for major events, provides a spectacular backdrop for your most ambitious projects.
Far more than just an exhibition space, 5 rue Saint-Merri has played a pivotal role in history. During the First World War, it housed a bandage factory supplying medical materials to wounded soldiers, thus helping to save thousands of lives. After hosting the Pierre Cardin Museum, it joined the Galeries Joseph portfolio in 2020 and has established itself as one of the most adaptable and prestigious event spaces in Paris.
With a surface area of 1,200 m² spread over three levels, this venue is distinguished by its monumental 15-meter-high atrium and a 120 m² glass roof, flooding the space with natural light. Its modern architecture, with clean lines and immaculate walls, provides an exceptional setting for spectacular stage productions.
Thanks to its 4-meter ceiling heights and advanced technical equipment, this space allows the organization of all types of events: showrooms, art exhibitions, seated dinners, cocktails, immersive performances… A high-performance air conditioning system ensures optimal comfort, while its integrated winch allows the installation of suspended structures for bold scenographies.
A Creative Hub for Fashion Week
Renowned for hosting the biggest names in fashion, 5 rue Saint-Merri has all the necessary infrastructure for organizing immersive events:
Its ideal location, sheltered from prying eyes while being in the heart of the Marais, makes it a strategic choice for exclusive events requiring impeccable logistics.
An iconic district of culture and luxury, the Marais is home to a multitude of art galleries, concept stores, and major brands such as Gucci, Birkenstock, and BHV Marais. Its dynamism makes it an ideal environment for brands looking to attract a premium audience.
Surface area: 1200 m² gallery with a glass roof reaching a height of 15 meters and extending over 120 m². The 3 levels opening onto the atrium allow for extremely varied scenographies and benefit from double exposure.
Connection: High-speed Wi-Fi.
air-conditioned space
Events:
Exhibitions
Cocktails
Product Launches
Showroom Porto Cervo
Press days
Flash sales
Pop-up stores
Exhibition gallery
ART | DESIGN | FASHION | EVENTS
Just steps from the Centre Pompidou, between the vibrant streets of the Marais and the silent facades of the past, 5 rue Saint-Merri embodies what Paris does best: combining heritage and dynamism. Formerly a bandage factory during the Great War, the building was later renovated to house the Pierre Cardin Museum, before being entrusted to the vision of Galerie Joseph , a renowned specialist in art gallery rentals in Paris.
Today, this unassuming building has established itself as one of the most coveted venues during Paris Fashion Week . Each season, fashion players—from emerging designers to established houses—take over its unique spaces to host fashion showrooms in Paris , pop-up stores in the Marais district, or more exclusive presentations. It's not uncommon for the most prestigious launches to take place behind closed doors, in the intimate setting of a discreet, luminous Parisian showroom available for rent , perfectly suited for exclusivity.
Behind its minimalist facade, 5 rue Saint-Merri reveals a monumental atrium fifteen meters high, topped by a 120 m² glass roof that diffuses an almost theatrical natural light. Spread over three levels, the 1,200 m² of space offer a rare playground for fashion designers. Paris Fashion Week showroom , event rental , exhibition gallery , pop-up shop : here, anything is possible, as long as the project interacts with the space.
Conceived as an event venue in Paris , the showroom also boasts state-of-the-art technical equipment: integrated suspension system, silent air conditioning, fitting rooms, sales areas, a photo studio, and a secure courtyard. Discreet comfort in service of creativity.
It's no coincidence that the most discerning brands choose the Marais. A neighborhood steeped in history, it has established itself as a hub for contemporary design. Between pop-up stores for rent , art galleries available for private hire , and unique rental properties , the network of addresses cultivated by Galerie Joseph extends throughout its narrow streets. 5 rue Saint-Merri is its flagship location, a rare gem for those who see fashion as a narrative.
