MAISON BERGER
A Legacy of Innovation

MAISON BERGER

Born in Paris in 1898, Maison Berger began with a revolutionary idea:
to purify the air through catalytic diffusion.

More than 125 years later, that innovation lives on in a French
house of fragrance and design, where craftsmanship and perfumery
come together with the Maison’s original purpose:
to purify the air and beautifully fragrance the home.

The History of Maison Berger

1898: The Invention

Maison Berger was born from a revolutionary idea: to cleanse and purify the air from airborne bacteria. Pharmacy technician Maurice Berger developed and patented a catalytic diffusion system originally created to improve the air in hospitals. The Lampe Berger was born, an innovation that would become the foundation of the Maison.

Early 20th Century:
From Innovation to Icon

As the Lampe Berger entered the home, function met beauty. Celebrated creators and French houses including René Lalique, Émile Gallé, Baccarat and Saint-Louis reimagined the lamp in crystal, glass and decorative forms. These collaborations infused the lamps with a touch of luxury, transforming them into symbols of elegance and refinement. With the addition of fragrance, an air-purifying invention became a coveted object of French design.

Present Day:
The Legacy of Excellence Continues

More than 125 years later, Maison Berger Paris continues to unite innovation, fragrance and design. The iconic Lampe Berger remains at its heart, alongside frequent designer collaborations, while the Maison continues to evolve with new ways to fragrance and enhance everyday living, from reed diffusers and candles to electric diffusion, laundry care and more. The brand has been awarded the EPV label – Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (Living Heritage Company), which recognizes French companies with exceptional artisanal and industrial expertise.

The Science Behind the Lampe

More than 125 years after its invention, the Lampe Berger continues to combine
patented catalytic technology with rigorous testing and exacting standards.

Precisely Formulated

Maison Berger fragrances are developed according to demanding internal standards, with careful control of the substances used throughout the diffusion process.

Independently Tested

Regular testing by an independent laboratory helps ensure Maison Berger fragrances meet the Maison’s strict standards for quality and performance.

Clean Diffusion

Independent testing confirms the absence of fumes and BTEX during diffusion, combining the performance of the catalytic system with a beautifully fragranced home.

Inside the Maison

In Bourgtheroulde, Normandy, 150 people carry forward more than 125 years of Maison Berger expertise. Today, some 480,000 Lampe Berger lamps are sold each year, alongside five million litres of home fragrance, bringing French savoir-faire to homes around the world.

Recognised with the prestigious Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (EPV) label, the Maison continues to unite craftsmanship, technical expertise and innovation.

The Art of Craftsmanship

Innovation may shape the future, but craftsmanship remains timeless.
From the shaping of glass to the finishing details, Maison Berger
continues to celebrate the skill, precision and human touch behind each creation.

Maison Berger Museum

In Grand Bourgtheroulde, Normandy, 150 rare and iconic pieces tell the story of Maison Berger. Historic lamps, archival advertisements and original sketches reveal more than 125 years of innovation, fragrance and French design, including exceptional creations by Baccarat, Limoges and Desvres.