Atelier
/ˈæt.ə.leɪ/noun
A workshop or studio, especially for artists or designers.
Did you know?In medieval times, an atelier was not just a studio but a sacred space where art was believed to channel divine inspiration.
Etymological Timeline
Old French
Old French
atelier
“A place of work, workshop.”
Late Latin
Latin
actilarium
“A place for action or activity.”
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*ag-
“To drive or to lead, often relating to bringing forth.”
Middle English
Middle English
atelier
“A workshop or place of artistic creation.”
Modern English
English
atelier
“A term adopted for a studio where artists create their work.”