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LET'S WRITE HISTORY TOGETHER

We are a design studio based in Prague and Paris.
We create innovative projects that transform public spaces.

ARTWORKS ON SALE

La Lune — artwork by Benjamin Rigaud
La Liberté éclairant le Monde — artwork by Benjamin Rigaud
Surprise — artwork by Benjamin Rigaud

Designed by our founder Benjamin Rigaud, our artworks explore the history of Architecture and Science, especially astronomy.
Available in limited edition, signed by the artist for 300€ — inquiries at benjamin.rigaud@sciencespo.fr
We can also create custom designs based on your request.

L'Empereur IV — artwork by Benjamin Rigaud
Artwork detail — Universe City
Le Soleil, Horas non Numero — artwork by Benjamin Rigaud

OUR PROJECTS

Women scientists on the Eiffel Tower

Eiffel Tower facade with women scientists names — illustration by Pierre Antoine GatierEiffel Tower with Fibonacci pattern
©Pierre Antoine Gatier - SETE tour Eiffel

Alongside the first floor of the Eiffel Tower is inscribed a list of 72 great male scientists from the XIXth century.

Let's add the name of 72 women scientists on the monument! The mayor of Paris Anne Hidalgo approved this idea in March 2025.

Supported by Sorbonne University, Sciences Po and the Observatoire de Paris (PSL), this project was developed by the association Femmes & Science in partnership with the Eiffel Tower administration.

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European flag for Ariane 6 rocket

The heliocentric theory of the polish astronomer Copernicus was one of the greatest discoveries in the history of Europe.

To commemorate his legacy, UNIVERSE CITY design studio created this flag of the EU. By displaying it on the Ariane 6 rocket, we can make millions of Europeans proud of our shared scientific heritage: let's celebrate the extraordinary history of astronomy since the Renaissance!

European flag with Copernicus heliocentric model — Universe City design

Kepler 450 - zodiac constellation in Prague

KEPLER 450 is a breathtaking art idea for Nusle Bridge, which connects the historic center toward the modern parts of Prague. By projecting the twelve zodiacal constellations onto this concrete structure at night, our new urban lighting solution will pay tribute to the astronomical discoveries made by Johannes Kepler.

As a modern version of the Old Town Square astronomical clock, KEPLER 450 will transform the image of this concrete bridge, and reunite the identity of Prague as the historic city of great discoveries in the Universe, from Kepler and his master Tycho Brahe to Albert Einstein.

Kepler 450, a project under the high patronage of the Prague 2 mayor and administration, in collaboration with LOXIA architects and GOBO.CZ lighting agency, under the cultural patronage of IPR Praha and CAMP.

Kepler 450 — zodiac constellation projection on Nusle Bridge, Prague

Video created for the Musée d'Orsay

Exploring the history of sciences and Roman architecture, this video was shown to the public at the Musée d'Orsay thanks to the great art historian and curator Laurence Bertrand Dorléac.

Our partners

Sciences PoSorbonne UniversitéVille de ParisObservatoire de ParisFemmes & ScienceESCP Business School


We also thank our sponsor Mrs Daniela CARNEIRO FUENTES DE LEON Y LEON who helped us to develop the agency.
Thanks to her commitment the projects and artworks were presented in exclusive events at the French Senate and other prestigious venues.

Contact : benjamin.rigaud@sciencespo.fr
WhatsApp : +33685787978