”I have always wanted to meet PHILIPPE DELHOTAL, the Creative Director of HERMÈS HORLOGER, ever since I first saw ‘Le temps suspendu’. Although I felt I knew him already through his beautiful, original, innovative, whimsical creations, I was still a bit nervous and very happy to finally talk to him. What follows is a foray into one of the most creative minds of the 21st century, for which I am very grateful.”

– Raluca Michailov

As part of our ongoing Lifetime ManufacTOUR adventure, last year brought us the privilege of stepping inside the Hermès Horloger manufactures in Le Noirmont and Brügg — an experience flawlessly arranged by the Hermès Horloger team. The visit offered a captivating immersion into the craftsmanship and spirit behind Hermès timepieces, and it concluded with an energising, thought‑provoking discussion with Philippe Delhotal, the visionary Creative Director of Hermès Horloger and undeniably one of the most inventive talents of our era.

We invite you to discover the full conversation below:

Read all about this visit and the interview with Mr. Delhotal in the printed edition of Lifetime Magazine, available in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the UK (dedicated issue), the USA, and Romania.