Check Out this F***ing Home | Ep 2 | My French friend Alex & his Bordeaux apartment
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
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loved this apartment and this video! the only thing I'd like to see more of is footage of how the whole place ties together (a smooth walk through). Or even still shots of how the kitchen, dining, and lounge work together. Otherwise, really enjoyed!
Was going to comment this same thing, it’s hard to get a feel for what the whole space looks like when the shots are all set up on a tripod. But I do love these videos so much!
Agreed. I love seeing the "big picture". Other than that, this series is the best.
Same! Would prefer a voice over for this series.
I am FOR the tiles staying. I feel like if he redoes the other elements in the bathroom, but keeps the tiles it'll give it the update he's looking for, but keep the charm
I also love the tiles
This series is SUCH a vibe. So is your outfit, the bathroom, and the whole f*cking home ; D. I hope you keep doing these for a long time. x
Yes, I would like outfit details please! 💙
Yes to outfit details, where is that gorgeous silk skirt from?
Please continue doing this series. I’m so tired of the drab, museum-like billionaire homes because they feel so boring. The homes in your series are so beautifully curated and speak so much to the personality of the owner!
True
Love everything about this series. So inspiring seeing regular people's homes with incredible design. Agreed, keep the tiles!!
I love that your friend does high/low with his design. That makes it so unique.
wdym high/low?
"In an American guy's apartment everything is grey, and like, from Kohl's" 🤣 Also I LOVE that bathroom, hope he keeps it!
Yes, definitely keep the tile in the bathroom!! It ties in very well with the color scheme of the rest of the apartment, and adds a uniqueness to the bathroom. Lovely video as always, Paige!
I said this in the last video, but I wanted to say it again. I LOVE this series so much. Showing regular houses instead of ones either re-decorated for a photo shoot or owned by people who probably literally use money for fire kindling because they have so much of it is so refreshing. It's achievable looks if you put in the time, effort, and budget and save for what you can't afford.
LOVE the apartment! And agree with you on wanting everything except the rug lol. The books and art are incredible
*Excellent Prop Styling* . Thanks for sharing this home Paige!
such a lovely home and also for some reason kind of… sexy??
Keep the tile! I have a colleague who is redoing their bathroom and just *yesterday* showed me a pic of it in progress and it had the same tile color scheme (with a bit of sap green + the warm colors on white). The tiles were a little smaller. I told them it was the coolest bathroom I had seen in a while and that it defied trends.
The way you filmed and styled this entire video was SO good.
I assure you, not all French men have this taste for design. Also this type of stone is very common in Bordeaux. And the separated toilets is a common thing here ☺️. I absolutely love Alex place
Why did every shot of this make me want to reconsider every inch of my own home?
More importantly: what was this filmed on??
I feel like these traditional moroccan berber rugs have never become as ubiquitous and therefor aren't perceived as "basic" here in Europe, the kitschy US-American boho style is not thaaat big over here so if it's combined in a more unique context, I also still love the berber rugs :D anyhow, cool place he's got there! thanks for showing us around!
It can get so frustrating too! I am moroccan-american and I have a really amazing collection of amazigh (berber) rugs that have been passed down throughout my family. I am at a loss with how to style them anymore because I feel like people always perceive them as "boho" when that's literally not what they are at all.
Idk what Alex looks like but based off his apartment I know he got a big one 😩🤤😭
Would love to see a video about your thoughts on European interiors / style in general after your trip! What did you notice, like and dislike?
Keep the tiles! The are unique and match the vibe of the rest of the house perfectly ☺️
Your friend’s place is fantastique! Impressive. Btw the designer of those wire chairs is pronounced Ber-Toy-Uh, spelled Bertoia. I have the Eames- style ones from Modernica here in Los Angeles. Yeah the Bertoia versions are pricey but look so friggin amazing. I say change the bathroom tiles but he can still add a color pop somewhere. Love the cornflower blue top on you! Merci
Hey, you didn’t show us the laundry room with the 🚽 potty?
Ps. The shower tiles has his vibe - white background with pops of colour! Keep them!
Love the bathroom tiles. I hope you can convince him to keep them!
Those stone walls are beautiful and the whole place is charming.
The texture of his walls really works with the minimalist look. It's so much more impactful than a normal plain painted wall
Hi Paige. I just got served up this video. That looks like French limestone. Creamy color and very fine to carve. I used to carve the grayish Indiana limestone at St. John the divine in nyc.
The prop stylist really came through in those food shots, both on the kitchen table and out on the terrace :)
This makes me feel so much better about the amount of coffee table books my partner says i hoard lol. I get 90% of mine from used bookstores and vintage shops, and have never spent over $30 on them. All art, film, and photography books. Such an easy way to show personality in a space!
Love the coffee table book styling on the wall. Totally doing that.
Love the insight into someone's home! But I'm incredibly nosy, and I want those financial deets- own or rent? Price?
he owns and he works in tech! smart boy
Sounds like he owns it, to be free to remodel the bathroom.
Just a PSA, in european culture is quite disrespectful to ask about salaries/rent/anything money related basically (obvs It doesn't apply to conversations with your coworkers. Always know if you're getting underpaid lol). I know that in US culture it's different and i know the intention was just curiosity but if you ever happen to be in Europe don't ask these kinds of questions :)
@@DreamersArmy don't think that's true actually - I'm Belgian and I think it totally depends on whether you grew up in an environment where talking about money is taboo or not. I wouldn't mind getting this question
In my eu country we are very open about money, the only thing most don’t tell you is how much you they have in their bank account, the rest the majority don’t mind talking about it
spot on about all American men's rooms being gray and from khols..... it's depressing
We’re lucky if they have soap in their bathroom
I am Team Alex, with the minimal design. It makes the cool, interesting objects and books pop, and seems clean and fresh. Love the sofa and the balcony! And yes, keep the bathroom tile but replace the shower and sink/vanity. Sorry you went during a freakin' heatwave.
this is absolutely stunning
I love the tile. Reminds me of a designer family I follow on insta. Can’t rmmbr name unfortunately. They’re so creative & blend minimal & maximal perfectly.
Love this series! Would love to see a photo of the person for each home. Would be fun for context.
this home is stunning! where did alex get the wall shelves that are above the dining table?
I got them at Ikea!
@@AlexisBernard let Paige and us know when you start to airbnb :)
I think a vintage Persian rug would add more pizzazz to the living room.
I LOVE the bathroom tile!!
OH MY GOD! I didn't mean to have caps on but it fits. I love his home! Absolutely lovely - almost too nice to Air BnB honestly. The stone wall and the little terrace are just perfect. Also your outfit is very cute. I'm so nosy and love seeing peoples' homes so this series is the best. Can't wait to see more!! The mic sounded good too! I really feel like cracking open an art book now...
i dont know how to express to you how much I love your videos
I appreciate the recommendations for first apartment investments💛 it’d be a nice sequel to the dorm video too
What a gorgeous place! ❤️. I think Alex will have no trouble Airbnb’ing his place!
Wow - what a brilliant tour- I loved everything about it. Please keep the bathroom tiles.
Thank you so much Paige for showing us this beautiful apartment x
I'm in love with that couch! And everything else tbh. Such a cool space. Well done Alex 👏🏻
okay love this but please where is your top/bra from the color is absolutely gorgeous
Love the tiles- duh. The stone makes this place so cozy! Also not into the white Moroccan rugs. Seems a lil impractical to me as a clumsy gal. Help us out on rugs, Paige. What do you like, what do you hate, where do you look, color, pattern, layering? Give us the low down. I would very much appreciate it. Hope you're having the best trip!!
Seriously second this. Choosing a rug has been the hardest choice of everything in my apt. Help Paige!
I love the indoor outdoor space. It’s some thing as I’ve gotten older will not live in a house without a good indoor outdoor space.
thank you for sharing this home - what a gem. does anyone know the name of the ikea side table? because.... please!
Paige, I love the way you prop styled his apartment. Gave each space a lot of emotion and dimension! 🧡
I f***ing love this series. Such beautiful homes 😍
I’d love a smooth walk through of the space so we can see how it all flows. +B roll shots, + your commentary ‘sit downs’ xox love this series!
Beautiful! Thanks for sharing! YES to those bathroom tiles, and I agree on the rug, it's everywhere, makes me think of boho decor, boring. Love the prop styling!
keep the tiles!!
his place is freaking stunning
the microphone is a win
One of my dearest friends is from Bordeaux. I visited him and stayed with his family about 30 years ago (holy crap). His family home was a gorgeous, Napoleonic era townhouse. Three stories above ground; wine cellar below, of course. The stairs were winding all the way up, and they were so effortless to climb, because each step was only a few inches tall. Not like American stairs that are impossible and cause arthritis in the knees! I also got to drive up the Medoc and visit some of the famous vineyards. Also, there was a cheese shop in town that you could actually smell the stinky cheese THROUGH THE GLASS! Wonder if it's still there...
Are you kidding me....... I think this is the most gorgeous apartment I've ever seen.... beats every millionaires home I've seen on AD. I'm.... amazed lol. Also: sorry alex but I agree with paige on that rug. He styled it better than 99% of people though. Anyway... could I please live here?
I like the tiles, I also like the shower enclosure. "Outdated"can be cool.
hey paige, may I ask how much you had to set design the place? or does he actually keep it pristine 24/7
LOVE this new series!! would also love to know the rent prices people are paying because I'm always curious
reeeeally love Alex's place, what a dreamy lil apartment. very cute.
This style of video is so good- there are no words. And the branding… 10/10
Safe travels, Paige! This series is superb.
I absolutely love the intro and the outro, fancy!!!! The apartment is to die for...
Your friend has a beautiful home and I love it.
The tiles just feel right. It's a really great apartment.
oh wow, this is a literal dream apartment. please update when this is listed on airbnb lol
I loved hearing that your friend Alexis has two Harry Bertoia chairs. Bertoia also designed jewelry and large sculptures.
Yes to the tiles in the bathroom, yes to the Purienne and Pierrot books and to the Perriand stools. Loved this home 🤎
I love all your videos and design tips!! It's always such a joy when I see you've uploaded! Do you know when he is planning on renting it out as an Airbnb?! I am actually moving to Bordeaux in September and interested !!
Yes but the lamp beside the tv! Thats a designer lamp.
Really liked the minimalism of all the white/cream in the home mixed with the pops of colour. Great idea to use interesting coffee table books to weave colour throughout the home. I'm going to steal that idea. :)
Downtown Bordeaux??? His Bordeaux a village within the region of Bordeaux??
lmao just shooting my shot here but if Alex happens to need someone to rent this AMAZING place in spring, I volunteer :D love this series, brilliant as always Paige
Oh great that's exactly what's needed in Bordeaux right now - more Airbnbs.
That wall and the in-outdor space is awesome!
The tiles are really pretty and unique! I personally think it would be a mistake to replace them but I can see why he would after watching the whole video. It sticks out from the other rooms. I wouldn’t mind that though. I love this apartment. My maximalist heart broke a bit but I love some pieces like the chairs outside are gorgeous, the stone wall that continues from the inside to the outside balcony. I loved how open it was. Alex did a great job!
Love this apartment. Would also buy the rug if I didn’t have a large dog that digs in our backyard full of red dirt “sigh”.
The opening scene - Did anyone else legit think it was a painting before Paige started walking up? 😂 I swear I’m not high lol
Thanks so much Paige and Alex. I so loved the books displayed on shallow shelves. I have so many coffee table design books, this is a fabulous idea. Could you do more reviews if minimalist homes?
Don't even know what this guy looks like, but according to this apartment he's HOT
Ngl decorating your room with wine bottles, tech gear, and posters of naked chicks is fuck boi energy. Even when it’s French.
I wouldn't get rid of thos tiles... they look amazing. With the new vanity and shower they wont look outdated anymore (They kind of don't but...) Also, in France is very common to separate the toilet from the shower space they make a difference between salle de bain and toilette
Do you ever roast your subscribers spaces? I’d love to see you do that. Like not being mean, just a gentle roasting, like suggestions to make it better. This is the first time I’ve seen a bathroom smaller than my master bathroom. My master is soooo small. I don’t mind because I have a separate vanity space in my bedroom to do my makeup but we may expand it one day. In the meantime I’m telling everyone it’s a European style bathroom though 😊.
That is something that I love of Europe and European cities and houses, with all that history. I grew up in a house in the Mediterranean coast of Spain that is a rehabilitated medieval bakery, with medieval arcs are made of roman ashlars (from the roman theatre), in a town with more that 2000 years of history that has been inhabitated by iberians, romans, muslims, etc...
I've been wanting an original by Inès Longevial for ages!!!! And I love the apartment!
Holy. Shit. I checked out this f#cking home and i LOVE it. The tiles are cute but i understand why he might want to change them given his style
This series (and your channel) is top tier content THANK YOU
I can relate to his love for collecting cool books and using them as decor ✨ it's so lovely
That collection of Cameras is no collection at all. One is a Video camera, then the 35mm one, and the Polaroid. Each one for a different purpose, so not really a collection.
The outside space is fabulous! Great space thanks for sharing!
Obsessed with Alex's apartment, you had been teasing this one for awhile and it totally deliver. Can't wait to see more.
Love this series🫶🏻 But more importantly: where is your skirt from??
I like the house is very dwell magazine in the 2000s (cool people used to idolize that magazine in the 2000s)
I like this more masculine tour, as a man I demand more stylish men, indeed you’re correct, Americans have zero style, source im an ex American
I love everything about this place, including the tile but I’m sure whatever he wants to replace it with will be lovely too
I'm loving this series! And what a gorgeous home! All of the details he's added have created such a fresh, yet homey, space.
Omg I love his little view! I would totally Airbnb at that place!
Loved that intro lmao. "Im in like a tank to- not even a tank top. Im wearing a bra"
Hooked me with those stairs.🤩
Lovely prop styling, like the tiles but agree about changing the rest, like the hi-low price points, nice home and style, would love to know what the countertops will be, but like as is!
I am from this city and I was not expecting to see you in Bordeaux ahah
after watching the last video, i knew that rug would be the one thing you were not a fan of. 😭