How can we get this UGLY room into SHAPE? Getting STRONG for DIY & a "DISGUSTING" purchase!
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- Опубліковано 17 жов 2024
- We really need to get fit, and the days are growing shorter, colder and wetter! Soon we might not be able to walk in our beloved vineyards. Time to take action! A dull basement room gets a complete chateau transformation. Will we have success antique shopping? Did one of us actually buy something "disgusting"? This week there is an incredibly delicious and very unusual "Cheese of the Week". Did you know there is another artist in the house? His talents deserve to be on display!
#château #roomtransformation #beforeandafter #france #frenchcheese
ABOUT US:
Hello! I’m Vivienne, the châtelaine of a small 19th century neo-Renaissance castle in the Loire Valley of France, which I share with my delightful (and wonderfully funny!) husband, Simon, our daughter, and -whenever possible- lovely friends and family.
This is not our first chateau! 22 years ago, we bought a much larger castle nearby, which we loved with all our hearts. However, nearly 18 years, many happy memories, countless renovations, and several small fortunes later, we made the very difficult, empty-nesting decision to downsize. With great luck and perseverance, we found our current petit château, which we are now decorating and updating with love, humour, comfort, and -of course- antiques and art!
We adore France and its many unique facets: its people, culture, landscapes, wine, food, art, and history. We also love being surrounded by châteaux, both public and private, which we can explore together! After 20 years here, we have learned many things about living in France, renovating châteaux, and appreciating the extraordinary riches surrounding us. We originally decided to make these videos as a way to share our lives with our loved ones worldwide during the pandemic lockdowns. However, we soon realised that many others are at home alone, and it is our privilege to open our home to you, our new friends. We hope you will join us on our adventures in this exceptional location, and we look forward to sharing a little Château Love!
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As a fellow photographer of flowers I must admit that these are spectacular photos. Well done Simon.
Yes, his photography was just beautiful!!! He does have a style that makes his work stand apart.
Another vlog filled with beauty…. Thank you! Simon…your pics are STUNNING! and Vivienne….more gorgeous room Reno’s. You have gorgeous taste and your giggle is infectious and lifts my soul. Big love to you both. ❤️
I vote for Villeroy and Boch! I own many different V & B pieces and they are lovely to mix and match!
Im not into photography or art but seriously those photos of Simons truly took my breath away! Absolutely astounding and you have every right to be proud of them and yourself.
Thank you so much, Geoffrey! You are so kind. 🏰 ❤️
What an absolutely gorgeous couple you two are Simon has such patience and you have such charm your relationship is delightful to see
I do not have a favorite, I love them all, for different reasons. I have visited the beautiful Missouri Botanical Garden many many times. I have seen many beautiful pictures of flowers. You really focus on the tiny details.
There is nothing more beautiful than the wonder of nature! Thank you for showing us the beauty.
The White Flower petals with yellow center, framed photo, reminds me of a "bride on her wedding day"!
I have been taking pictures of flowers for many years, flower as and leaves. However, Simon, yours are spectacular!!! It is really lovely that you have the space to show them so well. Vivienne your chairs are divine and that room is going to look awesome. I really love your style. The blue bowl Simon looks like a crown, lovely.
Have you ever thought about painting the drop ceiling panels in the art gallery black? You see that in a lot of modern day galleries. It gives the ceiling depth.
I thought the same thing!
Such a great idea! 🏰 ❤️
Absolutely stunning photos. Congratulations, Simon.
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You Guys are so fun! Great finds at the Brocante! Simon is a superb photographer! Great eye for the refined 💕
A beautiful home with very talented people, loved the floral images so clever. Must say Vivienne really liked the gold mustard chairs. Take care.
Simon is in humorous form. "I look like a chess piece". LOL I agree that the other tureen is more beautiful and worth the money. Lot's of detail and gold. Stunningly beautiful photographs of flowers!
The harmony between You & Simon is so solid. The fact that you allow us, the viewers, into your Life, is so appreciated, cause you two do it with an elegance that reflects the solid foundation you two lovely people have. 🥰
So, from a snowy Denmark, coffee in hand and two blankets on, an excessively big heartfelt THANK YOU to you both.
Hello lovely! Thank you and big hugs!! 🏰 ❤️
Could you give us a full tour of the chateau and tell us about your future plans.?
😮Simon🎩🪖🧢⛑👒🎓hasn’t fallen and hit his head now😂I was worried until he had such the visceral reaction over the ottoman🤣Vivienne my soul would have been mad if that didn’t go home with you…the room is looking fab and all you have is some fabric and a couple of chairs😅
Simon your artwork is simply exquisite!!!
Stamens. Simon photographed flower . . . N flowers ahem stamens r lovely. Simons face as he views his work is contented. Yet at the same time one can see him thinking about the next picture he takes n what he would do differently. This video engages me. I believe its the wonderment of finding beauty
The screen shot i took of Simon makes me smile as much as his art causes me to remember every remarkable bloom i have seen
As always , beautiful settings for your interior . Your art is exquisite showing the intricacies of Nature . Bravo !
Thank you, Cherry! 🥰🏰💖
Love the gold furniture and the gallery exercise room. The photografphic art is pure reverie. Caution: please make sure the room is well ventilated, so as not to let the humidity ruin the art work. The pool throws off much humidity. Hopefully, leaving door closed will work - not sure.
Hi Gilbert, we always keep the door closed and it is triple-glazed, but woe be unto he (or she) who leaves that door open! 🏰 ❤️
I just adored the view you shared on your walk. There is something about a misty morning that seems romantic and intriguing, in a Charlotte Bronte sort of way. In the 70's that gold on your chairs and ottoman was hugely popular and my home was adorned with it. They called it harvest gold in those days and if integrated well with your décor it will be stunning. It will be fun to see your room completed with the drapes and what ever else you are choosing. Simons photos are brilliant! My daughter was into photography when she was younger and actually won a contest with a photo of magnolias in a vase. Thanks for sharing today - it was fun.
Beautiful art work thru your photos Simon. Well done. Cracked up at the hat trying marathon 🤣🤣🤣So silly. It was wonderful to see Sally again. I had never heard of black garlic or the cheese you had with it. It looked very tasty. The gym looks beautiful with Simon’s photos. I like the bottom rug in the room with the mustard/gold chairs. Looking forward to seeing how it all ties together. Thanks for sharing in the giggles 😂😍😘
I love Simon's new roaster.
I love the roaster that Vivienne preferred too. It wasn't as practical, but it was really lovely.
The hats looked great. The Roman helmet was a hot look. I was waiting for you to put in the breast plate.
I actually love the chairs, but I was with Simon when it comes to the ottoman until the reveal. I stand corrected. The risk paid off.
Congrats on the photos. Stunning!
Simons pink flower pic is amazing…….
Black garlic sounds so good.🥰 I like the gold not the red wall paper, looks closed in.
Fun-I love the chairs, color, and ottoman…..
Stunning Photography!!! Simon cracked me up with the hats. Also love the tureen he bought. The chairs and ottoman look wonderful in the new room.
We used to live near St Nicholas de Bourgueil, these lovely vines and misty mornings bring back memories of very happy times.
OH My the pictures look great , who wouldn't want to lose weight in that beautiful room . Well done Simon Cheers from Ottawa Canada🛂👏👏
Mustard Poop is the right description... v tacky foot stool 😱. The casserole dish is a fine find. The photos are gorgeous 😍 Simon has a great eye 🌸🌺🌼
I have never laughed so hard as when Simon was in the brocant shopping for hats!!
Such a pretty opening. I like the more decorated bowl.
Thank you, Caryn! As did I! 😂😂🥰🏰💖
There's nothing more beautiful than the French countryside--even in the fog & rain. I don't know why. It's the most beautiful place I've ever been to. Love Simon's photos. Vivienne's gold chairs worked out in the room. I like the rug with gold in the middle for that room now, although something with gold, red, and royal blue would be better to match the royal blue for the curtains. I hope the gallery/gym doesn't get too much humidity for the photos, as it's right next to the pool, but it looks good. Enjoyed Simon's hat show (they all looked good!), and his serving dish purchase. The cheese looked intriguing. And I like the theme of bringing the outside in. I've been especially into that lately, being inspired by looking at Moroccan riads on youtube.
What a beautiful vlog! Simon’s photography is exquisite! You have created a very inviting space for bringing together beauty of flowers and exercise!! Well done! Thank you for sharing!👩🎨❤️💐
Vivian , you and Simon inspire me. You are always smiling and joking with each other.
Simon your photography is gorgeous . I love flowers and nature. 😊❤
You have such a beautiful chateau inside and out love the chairs and stool ...the Villeroy and Boch tureen is fabulous and the photography is exquisite x
I love that soup terrine, it is absolutely beautiful. I’m afraid I’m not so much into the colour of your stool but I’m sure when you put it all together the room is going to be fabulous. OMG I love the prints. Just what I would’ve loved to have if I were decorating the room. Spectacular
I would have made the ceiling higher. The photos are very professional and beautiful artwise. I don't like the frames though I think they need bigger frames and bigger mounts, with deeper incuts. I would get a running machine as well and weights. The footrest I would source the same tassles as the chairs and put that on the footrest. Also you could french paint all three and make them really match.
Lovely photos. You both have the "magic" touch for making lovely surroundings. Although your tastes may collide on occasion the end results are always stunning.
Love the variety in your vlogs - amazing photographs - superb decorating - yummy cheese - thank you for sharing from Australia
Hi Vivienne and Simon. I wonder what Michael Pott from Chateau De Lalande would think? Maybe , a joint exhibition would be nice ?
Yes, wouldn’t that be lovely! 🏰💖
The consummate entertainers!! What's not to love, 🤗😊💕
That color is back big time in the U.S. Simon, in clothing and decor😉 We call it mustard yellow.
I'm so jealous of the gold/mustard yellow chairs and foot cushion! I adore velvet furnishings, but especially in both this and shades of green & orange. Perhaps if you can't bring Simon around to the cushion, Stephanie would buy it to match her chairs in the Winter salon.
What a magical space to workout!!!
Simon, you are a true artist!!!
You r brocante trip was most entertaining , showing how well you can laugh together as a perfect team.
You actually both made some great purchases. Also, enhancing the gym space with a beautiful photography gallery, is positively inspired. But most of all, I loved the atmospheric shots of the sublime French countryside all around you.
Simon's photographs are exquisite! They evoke so many emotions. That is not easily achieved. The finished rooms looks great!
I really like the gold chairs in the red room love Kathy
Simon, “it’s mustard poop!” 😂😂😂 The flower photography is stunning, and it would be a joy to workout in that space. I would put a large tray on that ottoman so people can put their drinks down on it.
I think that vibrating belt was left behind for a good reason. Those things were found to do internal damage as well as nerve damage. I’d get rid of that ASAP and replace it with something safer. Love the videos and Simon, you’re a rockstar!
Oh, thank you for that good advice! 🏰 ❤️
Simon, your photography is so beautiful. Glorious visions of flowers. Have you thought of printing your flowers matte on silk paper. They would be like watercolor paintings. Vivienne, the gold chairs worked beautifully in your room.
Simon hit the nail on the head with his comments about goat cheese! An abomination! 😂😂😂
That's a vibration plate that was left behind; how lucky! I love mine; it's beneficial for your lymphatic system and has helped tighten my jiggly bits! Also good to jump on after a workout...kind of like a full-body massage. Simon's photos are spectacular works of art!
I’m rolling on the floor laughing!
Haha… thank you!! Laughter is the best thing ever! 😂😂🥰🏰💖
Simon's images are stunning.
Wow! Simon's art is absolutely incredible!! I love how you can see so many details of the flowers that you wouldn't normally see. I hope you take every single guest down there to show it off.
Simon, the sensitivity of your vision is profound!
Vievienne you have a great laugh, I can't help but to laugh with you.
Hi Vivienne and Simon! It’s wonderful to see you!
Hi John! It’s great to “see” you, too! 🥰🏰💖
Wow! Simon! Beautiful. Also, I hate to tell you but, mustard is back in. Sorry. Haha
Mrs. Simon, Simon likes whatever you love, I enjoy you two, this video is wonderful, haven't been watching a lot, thanks for sharing.
I love Viviennes giggle
I just can’t help myself! 😂😂🏰💖
Viviennne, interesting fromage de semaine...enjoyed the vin nouveau tasting, but the real star of this episode is Simon's exquisite photography. I love bearded Iris and Simon captured a beauty. All of the photographic art is splendid. Congratulations, Simon, on your unique art form 🏵
Simon your home gallery of your photography is absolutely stunning. Your flowers are beautiful.
You had me in stitches with all the hats you tried on. I laughed so hard I was crying and the dialogue between you and your lovely wife just added to my laughter and all before I was going to bed.
Beautiful garden walk too.
Thanks for all the laughs 😂😂😂😂 love the two of you!
I love, love, love this video, everything Mr. Simon looked at I wanted. You guys are doing, what I would be doing if the weather was warm.
That was fun! Love your humor and adventurous spirit! And the "Galler-ym" or "Gym-allery" is spectacular! Wonderful way to show and enjoy that amazing photography! Very well done!
Such a beautiful couple....inside and out....a gentleman and a lady.....my goodness it is so calming and relaxing to watch yee enjoying such a lovely life.....
OMG HIS WORK IS SO BEAUTIFUL. I AM A GARDENER AND NEVER TIRE OF FLOWERS AND BOTANY PHOTOS 💞
Beautiful photos, working out in nature what a great idea. Simon you are very talented
Simon’s a marvel with the camera. Absolutely stunning photography
Wow...Simon you are a great photographer!!
Way to go, Vivienne, displaying Simon's photography! Simon, I, too, love taking pictures of my flowers in the garden at the farm. I just use my cell phone. The photos are stunning Simone!
I LOVE the interaction between the two of you!! Simon has definitely warmed to the camera since the vlog began. I hope he bought the black hat for one of your parties.
Oh wow Simon's art is exquisite, and to be able to have an exercise space as well is beyond awesome. What a room, its fabulous. It will be so inspireing to exercise with such beautiful blooms everywhere you look very pleasent indeed. Then off for a dip the pool. Viviene your attention to detail and colour absolutely gorgeous. And Simon love your blue dishes. Have fun you two doing your exercise. Blessings😍💓👍Folks
I just love Simon trying on the hats! I knew he was entertaining, but I did not know what a talented photographer he is! His photographs are truly works of art! I love the way you chose to display them. I so look forward to your vlogs!! Thank you so much for sharing. Love from Illinois🥰
Wow! A Monet scene if I ever saw one. I'm envious.
Simon your photographs are spectacular and made that space so welcoming.
The most beautiful photos of flowers I have seen! The chairs are stunning and look comfortable too. Fine taste in decoration of a Chateau. It´s a joy to watch you too.
Your shopping at the brocante was hilarious. Simon was very comical trying on all those head pieces. He’s such a good sport and you guys clearly have a lot of fun together. Such a blessing. Simon’s photography is spectacular. My favourite is the pink one.
Thank you! I will let him know about your lovely comment. xx
You two are so good together....love your interaction as you shop! I got a kick out of Simon trying on head gear. Good call on the gold furniture! Wow, that cheese looks so good...I'm a cheese lover, big time. Thank you for a fun loving video. Love you two!
Is it possible to buy a print of the pink flowers? You two are so good together - thanks for all the laughs!
Hi Linda! Yes, absolutely, plus some other very lovely chateau-related items and vintage/antique jewellery on my upcoming online store. We've had a few small delays since this video was made, but it will be up and running soon! xxxx
Another delightful visit with Vivienne and Simon! LOVE your meditation / yoga/ bodyworks/ gallery! Simon's gorgeous photos provide such inspiration to get busy or just chill and enjoy the zen space. 🥰
These are truly fantastic photos.
You are really talented with a great Muse ,your charming uplifting wife.
Just looking at these makes one feel Alive!
Your photography is exquisite!! Love the room y'all created!!
This is beautiful Simon
Simon sends you his most heartfelt thanks! (As I tell him to create his own account so he can comment himself! 😂😂) 🏰💖
The photos are absolutely stunning.. love the room you’ve done too
Simon you are so funny. Loved you see you in the hats/he YT’s-you REALLY
Rocked the helmuts!
When Chateau Love pops up on my computer it makes my day. Vivienne, I love your taste, but I am team Simon with the Gold chairs and foot stool even though he came around to them. Simon your photography is just breath taking I love them. The gym is very nice and good luck, Thanks for sharing. Love from N.Y.
What a fabulous workout space ..Simons images of flowers are incredibly beautiful the I can feel the love between you and Simon watching your videos…Life is beautiful indeed…
The first photo revealed matched the gold chairs!!!! Actually many of them did.
Beautiful work though.
Simon I enjoyed your clowning around with the hats snd helmets.Your photos are excellent snd bring beauty to the gymn.Brilliant.
The chairs are great and I love the footstool.
The carpet you have on the floor right now is great.The blue isn't as warm.
I enjoyed every minute of this vlog Vivian.
Oh Simon. The photographs! Beautiful
"Atila My Honey" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣❤❤❤
Kia ora Vivienne and Simon
Such professional videos always.
Your Chateau is so pretty and u have great taste. Have enjoyed your escapades particularly when u meet up with the other Chateau owners etc. Enjoy you special life in France 🇫🇷 Fondest regards Victoria 👱♀️ & Richard😎
Your photography is magnificent!
Of course with a pic of your beautiful chateau on the back with tidbits of info.
Simon’s photography is gorgeous. Wow.
Boch is pronounced like loch in loch ness .... Your pictures are absolutely wonderful!!!!
Yes!!!! 🥰🏰💖
@@ChateauLove now brocante pronunciation needs work. ☺️
Wow Simon, your photographs are amazing . I love the way you have captured the inside of the flower and the misty effect in the background . I could look at them for hours and the colours are just so beautiful . X🇨🇮
Fabulous video Vivienne and Simon. 💓your pink sweater Simon looking rather dapper 🥰