Modern 140 sqm Pop-Up Space in Le Marais, Paris.
about this space
This 140-square-meter commercial space is located at 16 Rue Geoffroy l'Angevin in the Marais district of Paris. The property features a modern and spacious design suitable for use as a retail boutique, gallery, or showroom. The interior is finished with clean walls and includes a versatile layout that supports shared or changing configurations. The space is equipped with practical amenities including a complete kitchen, a counter, furniture, garment racks, and shelving. A bathroom, staff room, and separate fitting room are also available on-site. For technical requirements, the premises provide three-phase electrical sockets, well-placed standard sockets, heating, and a sound system. Operational support features include a dedicated stock room and street-facing window displays. Security is maintained through an integrated alarm and security system. This unique venue is designed to accommodate a variety of professional functions, including retail activations and art exhibitions, within a well-equipped environment in central Paris.
the fwv take
This space is primed for a fashion showroom or art exhibition, thanks to its modular layout and existing facilities that simplify experiential setups.
What stands out here is the ample floor space combined with high ceilings and clean, adaptable walls, ensuring a blank canvas for creative direction.
This environment is ideal for mid-scale contemporary brands, particularly in sectors like fashion and design, that value a modern aesthetic and are looking to engage a Parisian audience through meaningful brand activations.
In our experience, demand for such spaces spikes ahead of the September and January fashion weeks, so we recommend booking well in advance or considering other spaces in Paris for alternative windows.
what's included
- change space
- share space
- three phase socket
- well placed sockets
- bathroom
- complete kitchen
- counter
- furniture
- garment rack
- heating
- shelves
- sound system
- fitting room
- stock room
- window display
- alarm
- security system
- staff room
- clean walls
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how to book this space
- 01
Check the shell and the dates
Review the gallery, 140 sqm floor plan and amenities for Modern 140 sqm Pop-Up Space in Le Marais, Paris, then note the window you want in Paris. Fashion week dates book 6–10 weeks out.
- 02
Send the brief
Use the request panel on this page to send your dates, expected footfall and budget. Pricing on this space is quoted on request.
- 03
Get availability and a quote
We confirm availability with the operator and come back within 24 hours with the all-in cost: rent, staffing, permits and fit-out for Paris.
- 04
Lock the contract
Sign the short-term licence, pay the deposit and we register any permit or signage paperwork the address needs.
- 05
Build and open
Fit-out, install and staff the pop-up. Our production team handles delivery, install and the strike at the end of the run in Paris.
activation ideas
Fashion Showroom
This space works well for a fashion showroom due to its 140 sqm area and complete amenities like garment racks and a fitting room. Brands running showrooms here typically utilize the functional stock room and separate fitting room to host buyer appointments efficiently. The complete kitchen and staff room further enable seamless hosting for industry clientele, making it a credible option for wholesale appointments and collection previews.
Art Exhibition or Gallery Showing
The modern, clean interior with ample wall space and three-phase power suitability makes this space a strong option for art exhibitions. Brands and artists can set up lighting rigs without additional power sources, while the street-facing window displays maximize passerby engagement. This layout allows for enhanced visibility to art enthusiasts, a factor that typically boosts attendance at gallery openings in Le Marais.
Product Launch
The combination of a high footfall location and versatile amenities is what makes this space work for product launches. Brands utilizing the large window displays can create impactful visual merchandising to attract pedestrian interest, while the interior can accommodate interactive displays or demonstrations. Experience in spaces like this shows that a well-planned launch event here can directly bolster brand engagement.
Pop-Up Retail Store
For a pop-up retail store, the pre-installed garment racks, shelving, and fitting room facilities ensure a smooth operational flow, allowing brands to start trading immediately. With street-level visibility, the location benefits from steady walk-in traffic, making it suitable for brands aiming for both sales and brand exposure. Consider leveraging our point of sale and payments solutions for seamless transactions.
Press Day / Media Preview
This space is well-suited for press events due to its central location and adaptable setup. The dedicated stock room, sound system, and heating make it comfortable for hosting media and influencers throughout the day. Practical feedback from similar locations underscore its capability to support multimedia presentations and detailed product previews, ensuring impactful press engagement.
Sample Sale
With dedicated fitting rooms and ample storage space, this location is functional for conducting sample sales. Brands often find the separate stock room advantageous for organizing sale items and replenishing the main floor without disrupting the customer experience. The competitive footfall in this area of Le Marais lends itself well to generating high visitor turnout for sample sales.
Brand Activation
The versatility of this 140 sqm space supports engaging brand activations due to its complete infrastructure. Such activities can efficiently utilize the fitting room, sound system, and street-facing visibility to interact dynamically with audiences. Support from our activation service can enhance your brand’s presence in this culturally rich area, ensuring a memorable activation.
Networking Event
The spacious layout and practical amenities like a full kitchen and sound system make it suitable for hosting networking events. Brands planning such gatherings can arrange the furniture and counter space creatively to facilitate social interactions. The Le Marais location's accessibility and charm provide an additional advantage in attracting a sophisticated network of industry professionals.
Photo Shoot
This space is highly functional for photo shoots due to its clean lines and abundant natural light. The flexible interior and modern aesthetic allow for varied set designs and easy installation of props. Many brands find the uninterrupted wall space ideal for backdrop setups, and the mood of Le Marais provides an appealing thematic context for creative shoots.
Content Creation Day
Equipped with a sound system, versatile socket placements, and a collaborative environment, this space supports a full day of content creation activities. Leveraging the unique Parisian vibe, brands can efficiently create multimedia content that resonates with their target audience. The complete kitchen and staff room further accommodate long crew days.
use cases
location
what's around
3 stores within 600 m, incl. Franprix, Maison Nicolas, Carrefour City
brands nearby
- fashion stores
- 2
- design & interiors
- 1
- culture
- 6
- cafés
- 12
- restaurants & bars
- 22
- other retail
- 17
- Hanoï Street30 m
- Franprix30 m
- Les Cahiers de Colette30 m
- Halles Rambuteau30 m
- Sakura30 m
- Manteigaria - Fábrica de Pastéis de Nata Rambuteau40 m
the neighbourhood
Le Marais is a haven for brands and creatives invested in independent fashion and contemporary art, driving a vibrant ecosystem that extends across boutiques, ateliers, and design-forward galleries. This district attracts contemporary ready-to-wear labels, artistic showcase venues, and mid-sized brands keen on establishing their presence with distinction, particularly around Rue Vieille du Temple and Rue des Archives. Our experience with activations here reveals that brands often find resonance with the area's fusion of historical charm and modernity. This creative quarter of Paris is known for its intimate concept stores and showroom clusters that cater to brands eager to engage with a diverse clientele that appreciates cultural intersections. When browsing for spaces in this niche district, consider what our activation service might add to your planning.
Brands opt for Le Marais over other Paris districts like the sprawling, tourist-filled Champs-Élysées or the high-rent Saint-Honoré for its more authentic charm and a significantly stronger alignment with niche markets. In our experience, brands seeking more meaningful interactions with their audience often choose here for the blend of quieter residential and dynamic creative street life. While not as heavy in tourist saturation, the area presents a strategic location for invite-only showrooms or galleries due to its proximity to Hôtel de Ville and the connectivity offered by the nearby metro stations. For those focused on optimizing smaller events rather than drawing heavy foot traffic, Le Marais presents a compelling case for pop-up spaces and spaces in Paris that prioritize substance over volume.
The immediate environment of Rue Geoffroy l'Angevin is distinguished by a blend of local cafes, intimate eateries like Hanoï Street, and cultural touchpoints such as Les Cahiers de Colette, contributing to a slightly quieter, yet steadily paced foot traffic. Arriving for a press day or showroom appointment in this area has a distinctly relaxed and sophisticated feel, particularly in the quieter morning hours, with footfall increasing steadily through the day. The street dynamic works particularly well for brands that value controlled experiences and curated audiences. However, if spontaneous walk-in traffic or high street visibility is required, alternative zones might be more appropriate. This is not the district for high-volume tourist retail or brands needing the kind of continuous street-level engagement seen on avenues dominated by large retail chains. If what's crucial is blending a serene environment with strategic commercial visibility, then explore what our concept and direction can suggest to enhance the use of this space.
getting here & street life
nearest transit
- Rambuteaumetro105 m · 1 min
- Hôtel de Villemetro · 01-15409 m · 5 min
- Étienne Marcelmetro468 m · 6 min
- Châteletmetro535 m · 7 min
- Arts et Métiersmetro538 m · 7 min
- Les Hallesmetro607 m · 8 min
street activity
high footfall.
27 places within 200 m · 20 stores · 34 cafés and restaurants · pedestrianised street
- within 200 m
- 27
- within 400 m
- 60
- within 600 m
- 60
the neighbourhood
The Rue Rambuteau is a street in central Paris, France, named after the Count de Rambuteau who started the widening of the road prior to Haussmann's renovation of Paris.
- Rambuteau station · 58 m
- Musée de la Poupée · 88 m
- Musée d'Art et d'Histoire du Judaïsme · 97 m
- Hôtel de Saint-Aignan · 108 m
- Centre Pompidou · 131 m
- Bibliothèque Kandinsky · 159 m
frequently asked
Yes, the modern 140-square-meter space at 16 Rue Geoffroy l'Angevin in Le Marais, Paris is available for pop-up shops. The space is fully equipped for retail activations with features like garment racks, shelving, and window displays, making it move-in ready for short-term commercial use. This setup minimizes setup time and allows your brand to start trading immediately. For similar offerings, feel free to browse all spaces
who it suits
Brand Scale
This space fits an independent or contemporary brand with a 5 to 25 person team, roughly 2 to 8 years of trading, and an established DTC base or a wholesale book of 15 to 60 stockists. At 140 sqm across a versatile layout with a stock room, staff room, fitting room and counter already in place, it carries a full retail operation without a build from scratch, which means a small team of three to five people can run a two to six week pop-up shop without hiring a large crew. The Rambuteau metro entrance sits 105 metres away and the street is pedestrianised, so walk-in volume is genuine rather than aspirational. Where we see mismatches is when a two-person pre-revenue label books this size and cannot fill the walls or staff the floor across trading hours, and equally when a global house needs a 400 sqm flagship moment with heavy structural build. Both should look at other spaces in Paris before enquiring here.
Aesthetic Fit
Clean, gallery-adjacent minimalism works best here: the interior is finished with plain white walls and a modern, uncluttered shell, which suits ready-to-wear, denim, footwear, eyewear, fine jewellery, fragrance, skincare and design objects that need product to read as the only visual event in the room. Brands with a considered Scandinavian, Japanese or Parisian-neutral design language can move in with minimal intervention, and the street-facing window displays give a single strong merchandising statement to passers-by heading towards Centre Pompidou 131 metres away. What does not work is a maximalist heritage identity dependent on dark panelling, ornate mouldings or period architectural character, because you would be building a false envelope inside a neutral box and paying twice for it. Loud fast-fashion or discount-led visual merchandising also sits awkwardly against the neighbourhood's independent and cultural tenant mix.
Best Use Cases
First choice is a retail pop-up shop of two to six weeks, since the counter, garment racks, shelving, fitting room, stock room and alarm system mean you can trade from day one with only branding and furniture layered in. Second is a fashion week showroom rental for wholesale appointments and collection preview, where the separate change space, complete kitchen and staff room let you host buyers properly while keeping samples secured in the stock room. Third is a press day venue, helped by the sound system, heating and a Marais address within a five minute walk of Hôtel de Ville. Fourth is a product launch or brand activation using the window displays and high pedestrian footfall to convert passing traffic into attendance. Fifth is an art exhibition or gallery showing, supported by clean walls and three-phase power for lighting rigs, which is where our production and build team usually earns its fee. Sixth is a sample sale, where the stock room and fitting room handle volume. Seventh is a content studio day between activations.
Budget Signal
Expect mid to upper-mid market pricing for central Paris temporary retail space, below Rue Saint-Honoré or Avenue Montaigne commercial rates but above the outer arrondissements and above most Marais spaces under 100 sqm. The value case is fit-out you do not have to buy: kitchen, furniture, racks, shelving, fitting room, three-phase electrics and a security system are already installed, so your capital goes into brand expression rather than infrastructure. Compared with a hotel event space you get street presence and real trading hours instead of a closed room; compared with a co-working venue or a shared pop-up format you get full brand control of the windows and the whole 140 sqm. Brands at this stage typically find the cost per qualified visitor competitive given the pedestrianised footfall, and it is worth running the numbers through our budget calculator before you shortlist.
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