Louis Barthélemy is a multidisciplinary artist and designer who lives and works in Marrakesh, Cairo, and Paris. At the core of his practice is a deep commitment to the preservation and revival of traditional crafts that are threatened by globalisation. Louis not only collaborates with artisans around the world, but helps to make their work known, safeguard their livelihoods, and pass on their precious expertise. Many luxury fashion houses like Dior, Gucci, Salvatore Ferragamo, or Louboutin are now among his many clients. Arrels Barcelona’s mission to be a window for artists around the world matches Louis’s values to perfection.