Galerie Univer / Colette Colla is a contemporary art gallery in Paris's 11th arrondissement that opens its 280 m² exhibition floor for hire. The official page lists cocktails, receptions, showrooms, filming, fashion shows, meetings, seminars, symposia, press breakfasts and signings. The gallery is at 6 cité de l'Ameublement.
Seminars and company events
The gallery states that it can lend its space for any type of event, and meetings, seminars and symposia are named explicitly. Press breakfasts and signings are also listed, which suits product presentations and media mornings. Showrooms and filming are part of the offer as well. The space is an open floor, so an organiser arranges seating, tables or a presentation area within the 280 m² according to the format. For a quote and rental terms, the gallery asks organisers to call or email directly.
Weddings and receptions
Cocktails and receptions are on the list of formats, along with fashion shows. The official text does not mention weddings, so a private celebration should be raised with the gallery before assuming it is possible. The kitchen and the patio make a reception with a table d'hôte meal a realistic layout.
Rooms and capacities
The main space is an exhibition floor of 280 m² with a wooden floor, white brick walls and a black technical ceiling. The site shows it in two parts of the exhibition space. Spotlights are connected to a 24-channel mixing desk and all cabling is provided. Outside, a paved patio of 50 m² is covered by tents. There are two toilets. The official text gives no seated or standing headcount, so ask the gallery how many guests a given layout can take.
Catering
A fitted kitchen is available for the table d'hôte, which indicates that a meal can be prepared or served on site. The official text does not list caterers or menus. Organisers should confirm with the gallery whether a caterer of their choice may work in the kitchen.
History and setting
The gallery shows painting, drawing, sculpture, photography and printmaking. Its programme alternates solo and group exhibitions, and artwork stays on the walls during exhibition periods, which makes the event setting a working art space. Public opening hours are Wednesday to Saturday from 14:00 to 19:00, so private hire is arranged around the exhibition schedule.
Getting there
The gallery is at 6 cité de l'Ameublement, 75011 Paris, a passage off the Faubourg Saint-Antoine area. The nearest metro stations are on lines 8 and 1 around Ledru-Rollin, Faidherbe-Chaligny and Bastille. The gallery can be reached by phone at 01 43 67 00 67 or by email at univer@galerieuniver.com.
