JC BORDELET CELEBRATES 50 YEARS OF CREATION AND EXCELLENCE

This year, JC BORDELET celebrates half a century of creativity, boldness, and design.

Since 1976, the French brand has been designing and crafting high-end metal fireplaces—true architectural pieces conceived to structure spaces, capture attention, and bring the living flame to the heart of the home. More than a heating element, each creation embodies a vision: that of fire elevated through form, enhancing distinctive interiors.

On the occasion of this anniversary, JC BORDELET opens a new chapter in its history. Its range of glass fireplaces evolves to meet the European EN16510 standard, redefining energy performance requirements. Open fireplaces give way to more efficient closed versions, while iconic models such as the Tatiana Vitrée continue their story, subtly reimagined.

Balancing technical innovation, environmental commitment, and fidelity to its architectural signature, JC BORDELET ushers in a new era , where performance meets timeless design.

50 YEARS OF HERITAGE AND SUCCESS

Based in Vendargues, near Montpellier, JC BORDELET has been rooted in French creative heritage for over 50 years. From the very beginning, Jean-Claude Bordelet introduced a singular vision: reinventing the metal fireplace as a true design object.

Bold colors, sculptural lines, and mastery of metalworking techniques quickly defined the brand’s identity, transforming a traditional feature into a statement piece.

Over the decades, JC BORDELET has established itself as a leading reference in the world of contemporary fireplaces. Since joining the SEGUIN Group in 2006, the brand has continued to grow while preserving the essence of its DNA: combining innovation, artisanal excellence, and creative freedom.

AN EVOLUTION DESIGNED FOR TODAY’S CHALLENGES

 

Remaining true to its pioneering spirit, JC BORDELET is evolving its collection to meet new market expectations and regulatory requirements in domestic heating.

The integration of the EN16510 standard marks a key milestone, redefining energy efficiency and safety benchmarks. This shift invites the brand to rethink certain models as part of a continuous improvement approach, where every detail is optimized to deliver an experience that is as aesthetic as it is comfortable and high-performing.

Without ever compromising its identity, JC BORDELET fireplaces now fully align with contemporary standards, combining fire mastery, energy efficiency, and enduring elegance.

50 YEARS OF FRENCH CRAFTSMANSHIP

For five decades, each fireplace has come to life in the brand’s workshops near Montpellier. There, metal is shaped with precision and passion—cut, formed, welded, polished, and enhanced with color.

Nothing is standardized. Every piece is made to order, tailored in its dimensions, finishes, and hues to integrate seamlessly into its environment. Wall-mounted, central, suspended, or freestanding, a JC BORDELET fireplace naturally becomes the focal point of any space.

Its lines, curves, and sculptural presence interact with interior architecture, creating a balance between strength and lightness.

Iconic models such as EVA 992, TATIANA 997, and ZELIA 908 embody this vision: bold, timeless design created to endure without ever losing its distinctiveness.

DISCOVER OUR REINVENTED ICONIC MODELS

EVA 992 — THE REINTERPRETED ICON

A centerpiece of JC BORDELET’s expertise, the EVA 992 is now revealed in a version featuring a fully redesigned firebox. This technical evolution allows it to meet the latest European market requirements while preserving its airy silhouette and signature elegance.
With optimized combustion, enhanced fire control, and renewed ease of use, it offers a contemporary interpretation of an iconic model.

ZELIA 908 — SUSPENDED ELEGANCE

It does not seek to impose itself. It belongs naturally.
The suspended ZELIA 908 embodies a perfect balance between lightness and presence. Its refined silhouette, combined with a 360° glass firebox, offers a panoramic view of the flame, suspended at the heart of the space.
Both discreet and powerful, it reflects the essence of BORDELET design: pure lines, perfectly balanced volumes, and enduring elegance.