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Rémi Jomard, the Director of Product and Innovation at Piaget, chats with Riga Ramadhan about the maison’s illustrious history and its impressive novelties
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This year, Piaget is celebrating 150 years of Swiss watchmaking excellence—an extraordinary milestone. At this year’s Watches and Wonders Geneva, the maison once again showcased its ability to blend heritage with innovation, building on 2023’s success by presenting iconic designs and bold advancements while embracing a forward-looking vision that resonates with longtime aficionados and newcomers to fine watchmaking.
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Highlights from Piaget’s showcase for the year includes the bright and distinct gadroons of the timeless Piaget Polo and the casual sophistication of the Piaget Polo Date, which nicely underscores the maison’s aesthetic evolution. Piaget’s dedication to ultra-thin innovation also took center stage with the Altiplano Ultimate Concept Tourbillon, a piece that continues to redefine horological boundaries with remarkable technical finesse.
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During the event, DAMAN Calibre had the chance to speak with Rémi Jomard, Piaget’s Director of Product and Innovation. In our conversation, Jomard shared insights into the maison’s rich history, its significant achievements and the fresh creations that make this anniversary year a memorable one for both Piaget and watch enthusiasts worldwide.
DAMAN: This year is a huge milestone for Piaget as the maison celebrates its 150th anniversary. Can you tell us about the design philosophy that the brand had in mind while working on the timepieces for 2024? 
Rémi Jomard: Piaget can be best described in three words: technicity, craftsmanship and creativity. Our strong manufacturing foundation and the expertise of our artisans and designers enable us to excel in technical aspects and craftsmanship, allowing us to create these exceptional products.
For Piaget’s 150th anniversary, the motto is our past and present collided with flamboyance, meaning innovation techniques serve aesthetic purposes. We have decided to bring the past and the present together, which is our philosophy for this year and for years to come. For example, we draw inspiration from the ‘70s and ‘80s while incorporating new techniques. The Altiplano Ultimate Concept Tourbillon, which is only 2mm thick, represents a breakthrough in technique while maintaining our aesthetic goals. The same can be said for the Piaget Polo 79. For us, it’s all about balance.
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DA: Speaking of which, what challenges were involved in designing the new edition of the Piaget Polo 79? 
RJ: The most challenging part was the fact that we were working on an iconic watch. Its DNA must be preserved, but you must also ensure it is firmly rooted in the present while not relying too heavily on the past. Designing this new edition involved reimagining, re-understanding and reengineering a historical product. We try to incorporate new technologies and design methods while maintaining the historical aesthetics of the piece. Our team created various mock-ups to test different sizes, diameters and other design elements, ensuring the new pieces met the original’s criteria while incorporating modern advancements.
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The name “Piaget Polo 79” references the year when it was launched. The original model was launched with a quartz movement, whereas the new edition features an automatic movement with a pure gold oscillating weight. Integrating the bracelets and the case retains the original aesthetics, but it is entirely new. Essentially, it is like bringing the past to the present.
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DA: How does Piaget decide when to introduce a new design or revive a classic one? 
RJ: The design teams decide to either introduce a new design or revive a classic one. The technical team then works to reimagine and manufacture the designs based on the sketches and concepts received from the design team. For example: On the Polo 79, the first sketches we received were similar to the previous one. But the size of the watch itself was different, and there were various shapes to be considered. So, my team’s job was to create mockups in various sizes, test them and choose the perfect configuration in terms of case diameter and thickness. Our goal is to have the thinnest model, as always, while ensuring that the product adheres to our high standards of aesthetics and functionality.
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DA: Can you describe the process behind the creation of the Altiplano Ultimate Concept (AUC) Tourbillon? 
RJ: This project took four years and involved the same team that worked on the previous AUC. The AUC Tourbillon necessitated the creation of 70 different concepts. The components were almost entirely new, although the watch looks similar to the original. The team worked on refining various elements, including the balance wheel and a unique design with four arms. The position of the watch components, however, is maintained. The dial displaying the hours and minutes is still slightly off-center, as it was on its predecessor.
The tourbillon is located at 10 o’clock, with a seconds indicator engraved on the tourbillon ring. Fundamentally, all its parts had to fit within 2mm. As we were working with the same diameter, the same case height and components that were just as thin, our first objective was to enhance the AUC hours and minutes and honor Piaget’s ultra-thin skill for the 150th anniversary festivities. Getting the world record for the thinnest tourbillon was merely the icing on the cake.
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DA: Out of these new models, which would you consider the most challenging to produce? 
RJ: Honestly, each model brings its own unique challenges, whether they’re technical or aesthetic. It’s hard to single out just one because every piece is special in its own way. Behind each creation is a dedicated team—our artists, designers, technicians, and more. It’s truly a collective effort, like one big family.
<blockquote>Honestly, each model brings its own unique challenges, whether they’re technical or aesthetic. It’s hard to single out just one because every piece is special in its own way</blockquote>
DA: How do you approach blending modern technological advances with the longstanding heritage and traditions of a maison that’s 150-year-old? 
RJ: It’s simple. Our technical expertise is always in service of creativity and aesthetics, which are at the heart of everything we do. This is our guiding principle and will continue to be. We’re driven by creativity, ensuring that while technical demands may pose challenges, they never overshadow our commitment to creative freedom.
DA: What do you think do watch buyers look for in terms of craftsmanship and design these days? 
RJ: Customers today seek authenticity … authentic craftsmanship and handmade expertise. Piaget maintains its internal manufacturing capabilities, ensuring that every component, like the chain in its jewelry, is crafted with genuine skill and care.
<blockquote>Piaget maintains its internal manufacturing capabilities, ensuring that every component, like the chain in its jewellery, is crafted with genuine skill and care</blockquote>
DA: Lastly, what major changes have you noticed in the watch industry in the past few years? 
RJ: Consumers are increasingly demanding new things, but it’s important to remember the cyclical nature of watchmaking. We should never forget that we are watchmakers and jewelers. And especially for Piaget, you have to mix them perfectly. Piaget balances innovation with its heritage, ensuring that it stays true to its roots while meeting modern demands.

A conversation with Piaget’s Rémi Jomard

DAMAN Caliber 2024,

Piaget,

Rémi Jomard