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Printed
Surfaces
Studio Saint-Pierre

A new dimension in surface design.

Digitally embossed wallcoverings with tactile relief up to 2mm. Full-colour printing and three-dimensional structure produced in a single pass. Printed on demand. Eco-responsible. Finished by hand when the project demands it.

3D embossed surface detail
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The Process

Simultaneous printing and embossing.

A structural ink is printed alongside standard CMYK on a foamable substrate. When heat is applied, the areas without structural ink expand, creating tactile relief. The structure and the printed motif are produced in a single pass.

Embossing process detail
Relief height Up to 2mm
Print width Up to 1.58m
Process Single pass: CMYK + structural ink + heat
Structure control Motif and embossing can match or contrast independently
Ink system Water-based latex, low-odour
Post-processing None required. Optional hand finishing available.
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Destinations
Applications

Where the surface belongs.

3D tactile wallcoverings specified for interior environments where standard printed finishes fall short. Each application benefits from the combination of visual depth and physical texture.

Hospitality Interiors
Lobbies, suites, restaurants, spa environments. Feature walls and recurring surfaces.
Residential
Private residences, high-end apartments. Bespoke patterns designed to the client brief.
Retail
Flagship stores, boutiques, showrooms. Brand identity expressed through surface.
Exhibition
Booth decoration, temporary installations. Dimensional graphics for short-term environments.
Art Canvases
Fine art reproductions and original works with physical texture. Framed or stretched.
Acoustic Panels
Textile-backed media with dimensional print for acoustic treatment with visual presence.
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Available
Finishes
Media Range

The substrate defines the character.

Multiple media options with distinct surface properties. Each substrate responds differently to the embossing process, producing variations in texture sharpness, reflectivity, and tactile quality.

Media finish samples
Matte Non-woven, bright white point. Accurate colour reproduction, contemporary register.
Pearl Glossy pearlescent coating. Sharper embossing visibility, slight warm tint.
Suede Rough textile appearance. Suited to concrete, fabric, and hand-painted effect designs.
Gold Gold-coloured topcoat. Metallic surface effects in monochrome or full-colour.
Silver Metallic silver surface. Highlighted with lighter and cooler tones.
High Resist 200% improved scratch resistance. Suited to high-traffic commercial environments.
Textile-backed Polyester backing for silicone edge graphics, canvases, and banners.
Fire Retardant Class B fire resistance. Required for hospitality and commercial specification.
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Post-Print
Finishing

The embossed surface is the beginning.

The 3D printed substrate accepts additional surface treatments from the studio's own finishing capabilities. Where most providers deliver a finished print, Studio Saint-Pierre treats the embossed output as a prepared ground for further material expression.

Liquid metal on embossed surface
Liquid Metal

SSP's proprietary liquid metal finishes applied directly over the embossed relief. Bronze, copper, brass, iron, or aluminium patina over the dimensional surface. The interaction between structure and metallic finish produces effects that neither technology achieves alone.

Gold Leaf

Gilding applied by hand to embossed surfaces. The relief catches light at varying angles, producing a depth of reflection that flat gilding cannot. Suited to hospitality feature walls and bespoke residential commissions.

Hand Painting

Structural relief printed without colour provides a dimensional ground that is then painted to match the project palette. Concrete effects, oxidised textures, and tonal washes produced through paint over structure.

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Eco-
Responsible
Certification

Material responsibility is structural.

Every component of the system is designed for indoor safety and environmental accountability. The substrate, inks, and process meet the most demanding interior certification standards.

The substrate is PVC-free, phthalate-free, and plasticiser-free. Inks are water-based, low-odour, and migration-free. The printed output is odourless and will not leach into surrounding surfaces or the air.
On-demand production eliminates overstock. Each surface is printed to the project specification, reducing material waste to near zero.
PVC-free
Phthalate-free
Water-based inks
AgBB certified
A+ indoor air quality
Odourless
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Customisation
Design Services

Designed to the brief. Printed on demand.

Every surface is produced to the project specification. The studio designs the pattern, controls the structure, and prints when the project is ready. No catalogue. No minimum run.

Bespoke surface pattern
Surface Pattern Design

The studio produces original artwork from the client brief. Motifs, textures, and geometric structures designed specifically for the project. No stock patterns.

Client Artwork

Existing artwork, brand assets, or supplied designs prepared for dimensional printing. File preparation, colour management, and embossing layer design handled by the studio.

Independent Control

Colour, scale, pattern geometry, and relief depth are controlled independently. The printed image and the embossed structure can match, contrast, or operate as separate visual layers.

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Distributed
Manufacturing
LookGroup Network

One specification. Produced locally.

Studio Saint-Pierre operates within the LookGroup production network. A single project specification can be produced at the node closest to the installation site, reducing lead time, shipping cost, and carbon footprint.

Saint-Pierre
HQ, France
Seattle
North America West
Tampa
North America East
Toronto
Canada
Doha
Middle East
Manila
Asia Pacific
Consistent quality across all nodes. The same file, the same media, the same process. Project management coordinated from Saint-Pierre regardless of production location.
For multi-site rollouts, surfaces can be produced at multiple nodes simultaneously, compressed delivery timelines without compromising specification control.
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Contact

Request a sample.

One conversation is enough to start. Share the project context and the studio responds personally within 48 hours.

Location
Saint-Pierre-en-Faucigny
French Alps, France