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The Independents Acquires Atelier Athem

Fashion PR giant The Independents Group has acquired Atelier Athem, a Paris-based firm that focusses on set design for brands’ experiences and stores.
Atelier ATHEM_Executive committee (from left to right) _ Malik Chami, Managing Director - Clémence Letellier, Creative Director - Séverine Kalasz, Director of Institutional Relations - Philippe Ligot, Chairman
Atelier ATHEM_Executive committee (from left to right) _ Malik Chami, Managing Director - Clémence Letellier, Creative Director - Séverine Kalasz, Director of Institutional Relations - Philippe Ligot, Chairman (Jeremy Lopes)
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Fashion PR giant The Independents Group has acquired Atelier Athem, a Paris-based firm that focusses on set design for brands’ experiences and stores, including lighting, projections, scenery, interactive elements and sound. It has worked with brands including Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier and Sephora on brick-and-mortar installations and events.

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