Tabacoff studied at the Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs in Paris and began his career working with such great designers as Marcel Gascoin and Marcel Breuer. In 1958, he founded his own design studio, where he created many iconic pieces of furniture that have been widely exhibited and acclaimed.
His creations are characterized by a minimalist approach, with clean lines and simple materials such as wood and metal. He has also experimented with new shapes, such as drop-shaped chairs and moon-shaped sofas.
Tabacoff has worked with many furniture brands, including Thonet, Disderot, Steiner and Prisunic. Some of his most famous creations include the "Galbé" chair, the "Lune" sofa, and the "Globus" armchair.
His work has been recognized by several awards, including the René Gabriel prize in 1964 and the Prix de la Ville de Paris in 1969. Tabacoff was also a member of the jury for the prestigious French design award "Laque 71".
Boris Tabacoff died in 2021 at the age of 91, leaving behind him an important legacy in the world of design.