noun
- Plural of atelier; workshops or studios where craftspeople, artists, or designers work and create.
Usage: Often used in fashion, art, and design contexts.; Borrowed from French; commonly used in English without italics.
Examples
- The fashion designer opened several ateliers in Paris to train apprentices.
- Many famous painters had their own ateliers where students learned traditional techniques.
- The luxury brand operates exclusive ateliers in major cities around the world.
- She visited the ateliers of local artisans to commission custom furniture.
- The ateliers in the historic district attract tourists interested in traditional craftsmanship.
- High-end jewelry ateliers often require appointments to view their collections.