'CHATEAU de BRUGES' - A tour of our 2nd floor rooms
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- čas přidán 18. 06. 2022
- Thankyou once again for all the positive feedback we are receiving on our recent videos. We are delighted to see that you are enjoying the videos and offering your opinions in such supportive ways.
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In this video, we take you on a detailed tour of the 2nd floor that ‘Chateau de Bruges’ has to offer. We are sure you will see a distinct difference to the condition and décor on this floor. It will be a while before we renovate this floor, but we are so excited to share the chateau with family, friends and guests in person.
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Thankyou for all of your immediate feedback about the windows on the 2nd floor of the chateau. After reading many of your comments, we are in agreement that putting new windows in will be an unnecessary expense and could also spoil the original facades of the building.
This is a perfect example of why your feedback is soo beneficial. You bring new insights into the building that we way not have considered yet.
Currently the vote for the next video is very one sided in the favour of 'HIDDEN SPACES'.
Thankyou once again.
Chateau de Bruges,
Jake
Aaawww good news!
Hidden spaces will be delightful. I “personally” can’t wait to see some outdoor exploring 🥰 maybe when it’s cooler weather 🤞
i would make a door on each side from the rooms like a jack and jill option into a bathroom, and use these two rooms as family rooms
Thanks for your suggestion Kirsty. It is something we will definitely consider!
Great tour! Sound perfect! You two are naturals in front of camera. Not sure additional windows will be necessary once lighting has been added. Hidden Spaces are always interesting. The way you orient your viewers with a floor plan is so helpful. Can’t wait for next tour.
Thankyou Robbie - Must be out teaching background! ;) Thanks for your suggestions about the windows. With all the comments we have received, we are having to rethink the window idea :) Glad you're enjoying the content. :)
Wow! The 2nd floor tour was great. It seems like you have many options. Compared to other chateâu videos I’ve seen, this floor is in amazing condition!!! I expected ruins, so you’re in remarkable shape! Lots to do still. The mics worked wonderfully!!
Thrilled that your continuing to enjoy our content John and relieved that the microphones work well. See you in the next video soon :)
Very interesting tour of the second floor. So glad the beams were left with their natural finish. The "dark" rooms could be more easily lit by lights rather than ruining the exterior facade by adding more windows. You do a great job of keeping us in suspense and wanting more. A rainfall shower may work better on the floor below, otherwise the beautiful beams would need to be covered from the water, which will also be creating steam that will rise to the other beautiful beam work above. It would be an excellent reading room. As with the first floor, south end, bedroom 10 could include the hall and provide more room for the en-suite. This would align all the plumbing of the first and second floor en-suites at that end of the building. You wouldn't have to knock through to the bedrooms. Looking forward to your next videos.
Thanks for your message and your suggestions about the windows on this floor. They've been really helpful. We also agree that the en-suite could mirror what the 1st floor could do and that would make plumbing all much simpler - so thankyou for that also! Glad to see you're enjoying the content still. :)
Totally agree. Maybe throw some rope over the top and have a double sized swing for 2 to relax in. 🤔
Another great tour. Absolutely love the second floor beams. Some people actually like a dark and moody bedroom, so don’t feel that every room has to have more added windows. It sounds costly. Love the bridal suite idea. It will be gorgeous I’m sure. No preference for your next video. Just show us what you’re most excited to show. All the best!
Thanks for your message and your suggestions about the windows on this floor. They've been really helpful. :) We're really glad to see you continue to enjoy our content Kathy! I think by the looks of things 'HIDDEN SPACES' will be the next video.
Fantastic! I love the floorplans to orientate us. Can't wait for the renovations and interior decorating of the rooms. Good luck.
Thankyou, Glad you appreciate the floorplans and are enjoying the content :)
I would like to see the hidden spaces please.
Thanks for registering your vote Jane. Hope you're enjoying the content. :)
The chateau gets better and better, lots of potential, I can’t wait for the hidden areas tour.
We're glad you agree Andrew! I sure the theme will follow with the 'HIDDEN SPACES' video coming up soon! :)
Would be great for your private apartments. Phillip and Anna ( Chateau LeFleur) have this layout and it works well.
Thanks for your comment Pari. I think rooms this beautiful would be wasted on us. Plus we're hoping to convert the kitchen attic and some outbuilding space for us staff. Glad to see you're enjoying the content still though. :)
I think i am the only one who votes for the outside buildings next video. Lol. But secret spaces is cool too. Hugs to Merlin. He is so precious. Sorry about your family loss, prayers for comfort. Mics worked well btw. Loved the exposed woodwork/ beams. As another comment mentioned, not sure you will be allowed to add windows if they weren't original to the facades. Seems light enough as it is. Would save money if you don't add them. Look forward to next video, secret places or outside. 🤔🤔🤔🤔
Merlin loves a good hug so thankyou! Also, thankyou for your condolences. Thanks for your heads up about the windows too. We've seen lots of comments about them already so we think we will try to create light in other ways. :)
Wonderful second floor! It’s in great condition. Looking forward to seeing the attic!
Thanks Nancy! Glad you're enjoying the content. :)
Want to see all of it! Outbuildings, cellars, gardens.....everything!
'HIDDEN SPACES' is on the way next. Attic/Cellars/Greenhouse etc... Lots to look forward to. :)
Wow didn’t look in bad condition at all, I love the beams and the painted windows and the yoga room !! I want to see secret spaces next x x
Yoga room! That's something you will have to demo when you visit then!? Best start practicing Auntie Nicola! ;) xx
In the states we call sharing a bathroom off of two separate bedrooms (Jack n Jill). Great for a couple with children. I think the bedrooms don’t need anymore windows. So cozy on a rainy or overly sunny day. Task lighting will be plenty in my opinion. Beautiful floor and rooms. Bedroom 10 is a stunner. Hidden spaces sounds intriguing!
Thanks for your lovely message Denie! We're glad you are enjoying the tours and throwing some brilliant ideas our way too! 'HIDDEN SPACES' is definitely looking like the popular choice at the moment!
Can’t wait to watch what you do with all the spaces! Would love to see all your other buildings on the property. ❤️😊
Thanks Dawn! Glad to see you're enjoying the content! Outbuildings is likely to be second in the queue for tours now, but we are certain you will love the 'HIDDEN SPACES' just as much! :)
I can’t bear the thought of cutting in windows on the second floor, it would change the 1600 building too much. Clean window glass without curtains and additional electric lighting. ( you are so high up, no one outside can see in. Right?)Keep the white reflecting walls they show case the beams.Love your chateau with all its possibilities. Thank you for sharing! 💞😊
And,yes. Hidden Spaces next please.
Thanks for registering your vote! It's looking like 'HIDDEN SPACES' is the most popular choice at the moment. :)
Me gusta mucho ver los vídeos de las renovaciones y como restauran y salvan del total abandono. Pero a mi me gusta la decoración clásica de esos lugares no meter muebles modernos pues creo que no van con el inmueble y lo majestuoso que es. Saludos.
¡Espero que estés disfrutando de lo que estamos haciendo con Chateau de Bruges!
I simply LOVE these type of tours! Showing the map of where you are is such a big help in understanding the whole layout of the chateau! The detail you put into your descriptions is great, how the rooms will be renovated, and the hints of what's to come behind this door or that door lends to such excitement! I, too love the exposed beams, and the woodwork in the joints/joists is really interesting! Love the little window bench in the hallway, and can't wait to see again those back staircases, an obsession of mine! I think every one of your ideas are fantastic, I wouldn't change anything! And last but not least, I can't say which areas I'd like to see in your next video because I'm so excited to see them all!! I will be waiting with bated breath! Have a wonderful week!
Aww Cynthia! Yet again you've made us smile with your lovely comment. We appreciate your time taking to watch and reply to all of our videos. We're thrilled that you're enjoying the chateau and the content so much. It's looking like 'HIDDEN SPACES' is the most popular choice at the moment - so you have that to look forward to next. :)
Absolutely lovely!
Thank you! 😊
I agree, no second window is necessary. If you use mirrors on opposite wall from mirrors, light will be reflected and bring additional light. Most people won’t be staying in their rooms during the day. Sometimes having one of something seems more special.
Thanks Deborah! Really good points!
Happy to see it all!! Keep ‘em coming 😁
Plenty more where that came from Jenni! Glad you're enjoying it! :)
Thank you for the tour. Looking forward to seeing your renovations.
Thanks for your message. Glad you're enjoying the content. :)
I love the tours I love that you make it your own by taking turns! Excellent job! Also mikes made it much better. Can’t wait for more videos!
Thanks Connie! Glad you enjoyed the video and are looking forward to more coming soon!
Great tour. Love the chateau! Hidden spaces first, then the outbuildings. Can't wait to see what you do with it all!
Thanks Heidi! Glad you're enjoying the content. Looks like it will be 'HIDDEN SPACES' next!
Great manny thanks Jake Dan xxx
Love you Grandad.
Really enjoying your videos! I've been looking at THAT chateau on Sifex for 2 years now.
HAHA a few people have mentioned the same thing! You will have to come and visit when we are open and take a look around in person. :)
Absolutely beautiful and I can’t wait to c them done.
Thanks Joanne! Neither can we!
The second floor is awesome love all the wood great vlog thanks for sharing
Thankyou for commenting Christine! Glad you liked the video. :)
You have treasures galore and you are both young so all the best and enjoy
Thankyou Vivienne! Glad you’re enjoying the content.
You are such a lovely young couple and the old lady is beautiful when you have put her the way you want her it is going to be stunning l wish you the best of in the world for your future take care xx.
Thanks Janet! Glad you love watching the videos!
Love love love the exposed wooden beams. It’s very nice and clean on the top floor. Some more windows would be good. Love that bedroom 10 with all the windows, turret and beams. Glorious.
Condolences on your Great Gran, what a beautiful tribute to such an important family member. I am sure she was proud of this amazing work you are doing, a dream for a life well spent
Thankyou Patricia for your really kind words! We’re glad you enjoyed the video and hope you’re looking forward to more.
Beautiful property, thanks for sharing.
Our pleasure! Thanks for your message. Glad you're enjoying the content. :)
Amazing chateau, really enjoyed watching the first few videos. Good luck with the rest the renovations.
Thankyou so much! Glad you enjoyed the videos. 😁
Love to see the hidden spaces thank you for sharing your Beautiful Chateau with us all its wonderful mics working better !! Looking forward to the next episode and think your plans so far are very sound. Bye for now 💐💐❤️❤️🥰🇨🇦
Thankyou Lucill! Glad you enjoyed the video and are excited to see more. See you soon!
Hi Guys, the sound is so much better!!! Great vlog..thank you! That pink should have a health warning on it LOL Personally I want to see all the Chateau...but seeing the hidden spaces would be a priority for me! Be well and be safe x
You will get to see the whole Chateau. Just one teasing video at a time. Thanks for your message. Glad you're enjoying the content. :)
Great video, I can't wait to see the end results. The sound was perfect, I think you should surprise us with what comes next, I am sure both will be very interesting. Thanks for taking us with you!
Thanks Joni! Glad you're enjoying the content!
You are a very personable couple who make your videos very easy to watch. We are enjoying the tours you are taking us on. Thank you 🦘🦘🦘
Thankyou for your lovely message Dot! Glad you're enjoying the content! :)
Another brilliant tour, I feel like I’m walking around with you. I would love to see the hidden spaces, but will appreciate whatever you end up showing us. Can’t wait to see your renovations and decoration start. So sorry to read about your Great Nan 💕
Thanks Julie! It’s looking like the ‘HIDDEN SPACES’ video will be next so keep your eyes peeled!
The turret room is gorgeous. I'm glad that the bedrooms are all in good shape. Love the big beams. Thanks so much. Whatever you show us next is fine.
Thanks Claudia! Glad you enjoyed the tour!
Looks beautiful mate and I’m looking forward to seeing what you make of it all. Will certainly keep logging in to keep up to date. Good to see you like wood in the bedroom…I couldn’t agree more!! ☺️
HAHA - Only you would have bought that up! Would be nice to see you and the girls out here when we're open for business! :)
Thanks for sharing
You're very welcome Alaine :)
I have just came across your CZcams channel this evening. I enjoyed watching it , so I went a head x I watched all your other videos. What a beautiful chateau you have got it will be gorgeous when you get it all decorated. I want to wish you all the best for the future. I am looking forward to follow you on your journey. Lots of love from DIANE xx
FROM NORTHERN IRELAND xx 💖
WOW! We're thrilled you found us and loved our content Diane! Glad to have you on board for the journey. :)
Look forward to seeing the outbuildings soon. Sound was perfect.
Outbuildings will be coming soon! Glad you're enjoying the content though Pari!
Beautiful
Thankyou Luchi!
The white walls and mirror in the proposed Bridal suite made me think of a elaborate grand dressing room for the bride, what if all the walls in the dressing room were white and mirrors with gilt frames. Also skylights or light tubes might be added from the roof for areas where additional windows don't fit. Just tossing out some first impressions. Loved the tour...Thanks!!!
Thanks for your suggestions once again Aunty Tutu! Glad your continuing to enjoy the content. :)
I love all the exposed beams upstairs. The turret rooms are lovely as well. I cannot wait to check out your other videos to see the progress you have made.
Thankyou Crystal! Hope you enjoy catching up with our vlogs! 🥰❤️
Thanks! That was fun, and the sound was great! I will sure be looking forward to seeing how you finish and decorate these rooms! You've already given it careful consideration, and I'm sure the outcome will be fabulous! Thanks so much for sharing!
Mary, from WallaWalla, Washington USA
Thanks very much Mary! Glad you enjoyed the video! Hope you will be watching our upcoming videos too!
wonderful tour! I like the way you tag team in front of the camera, makes it just a bit more interesting and your personal vlog. Mics are great. Finally, I'll be happy to see whatever works best for you to show. Thank you.
Thanks so much for your lovely comment Ant! We’re glad you enjoyed the video. It’s looking like it will be ‘HIDDEN SPACES’ next! 😁
Great tour! Would like to see the “hidden spaces first. Then the outbuildings with plenty of time taken to see it all. Take care!
Thanks Carolyn! Consider your vote registered! Will make sure we include LOTS of detail for you ;)
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL CHATEAU YOU HAVE IT SEEMS ENDLESS. WORDS FAIL ME ITS MAGNIFICENT. YOU ARE SUCH LOVELY PEOPLE AND THE CHATEAU IS IN GOOD HANDS .
Thankyou so much Maureen! Such a lovely message. Glad you love it!
Love the beautiful beams in all the rooms. While there has been no decorating done the walls all look in good condition. Love the windows in the toilet. Fabulous property you have.
Thanks so much!
I love the exposed beams. The turret room is wonderful! All the rooms are terrific sizes.I can't wait to see what you do with them all! Lovely dedication to your Nan! Love from Vermont
Thankyou Rebekah! Glad you enjoyed the video and thankyou for your kind words about Great Nan.
Very well done video. Sound quality was good. I haven't watched your other videos yet so can't compare. Your style and presentation skills are excellent. Very informative! And thank you for the diagram of the layout. It makes it much easier to imagine. Best wishes to you both as you restore the chateau and develop your channel. I would love to see the hidden rooms next! From Massachusetts, USA.
Wow, thank you! Glad you're enjoying the content. Really appreciate you taking the time to comment. :)
Another great video! The new mics work really well. Thank you. The 2nd floor rooms look like they are in good condition (ie no crumbling walls) plus the exposed beams are fab. Love your ideas on future use. My vote is for hidden spaces. May your happy memories of your Great Nan give you peace at this sad time.
Thankyou so much for your condolences Tania. We're thrilled that you continue to enjoy our videos. 'HIDDEN SPACES' is looking a popular choice for the next video.
Thank you for the 'show through'. It looks like the chateau is in fabulous condition (compared to so many others). Just awaiting your plans and design. Best wishes.
Thankyou Shirley! Glad you're enjoying the content! Hoping to have some renovation videos released once all of the tours are finished!
Great vlog and I would like to see all of the joys and jems of the Chateau so whatever order is fine with me
Hidden spaces will be on CZcams a little later tonight! 😁
This building is in a great condition, can't wait to see some of the rooms completed and your journey in France..
Thanks Milly. Glad to have you on board for the journey. If you watch some of our more recent videos, you can see what we have been up to in terms of renovation.
Lovely tour guys, sound is excellent. I say let the weather decide, if it’s cool outside tour, if too hot inside.
We will brave the hot/cold weather for the more popular choice. It's looking like 'HIDDEN SPACES' is the more popular choice at the moment!
Fab u Lous! Mics are working great! Such a beautiful place and I’m sorry to read about your Nan should would have loved to see what you get up to. Hidden rooms for next vid for me x
Thankyou for your comment Creative Cottage! We're glad you're enjoying the content so far. Thankyou for your condolences, she would have been proud I am sure! It's looking like 'HIDDEN SPACES' is the popular choice for the next video - so you have that to look forward to. :)
I love hidden spaces! I would love to see those. 😁 I also love a darker room and it would give the feel of a true chateau experience. So if it were me I wouldn't worry about windows.
Thanks Lisa! We are rethinking the windows because of all the comments we have received so thankyou! 'HIDDEN SPACES' looks to be the more popular choice - so you have that to look forward to next!
I have only just come across your channel. Very nice presenting, and I like the use of the floor plan so we can see whereabouts of everything that you are showing. I like the way you switch between presenters.
I would make that little round turret room a little sitting room. 🇦🇺
Thankyou Kate! Glad you’re enjoying the videos and finding the floor plans useful!
Again a great tour and what options you have. The beams look to be in great shape as is the rest of the Chateau. This is going to be a wonderful venue for you, the light, the size of the rooms and the grounds. It would be interesting to see a taste of your future style for decorating the rooms, we have had some of this with the bathrooms tiles and some color choices. You are very through and I am sure that will come as you vlog away.
Thankyou Sandy for your very kind words! We're glad you're enjoying the content we are putting out. You will see plenty more of our decoration videos coming soon!
I really like yournideas. Those room will look great.
Thanks Peter! Glad you liked them!
Intro sound is much better!! Well Done!
Superb, thankyou Chris. :)
Wow, wow and wow! The beams are absolutely stunning and a great feature. I think your ideas that you have will work really well. All your ideas for the bathrooms including the square one are a great. Like the beam that you could use for a quirky seat. I’m not sure of your lighting as it comes across very light whilst watching. (Obviously not the pink bathroom). Up cycling the cabinet for drinks is a lovely touch for a bridal suite. What to film next is just spoiling us. I would say attic and hobbit door before the outside buildings. This is all so exciting and thank you for sharing. And condolences 💐 to your Nan. May be a room or an outbuilding done in her name for the future ❤️
Thanks once again for such a lovely message Gill. Many thanks for your condolences. It's looking like the 'HIDDEN SPACES' will be the next video so you'll have that to look forward too. :)
Can hear clearly and the rooms are in good shape 🤗🤗
Thankyou Carol! :)
Your videos are great. Have been following any of the other U tube chateau channels. I'm sure many of them would be helpful with sourcing French equivalent the work your will be doing. Escape to the Dream, Restoring the Chateau are doing an amazing job at Chateau de La Lacelle.
Thankyou Wendy! Glad you’re enjoying the videos! We watch lots of other chateau CZcamsrs. I am sure they will all be incredibly helpful. They all have plenty more experience of being in France than we do!
Bonjour, mais ce château est en très bonne état. Incroyable belle demeure vous avez beaucoup de chance. Quand cela sera prêt je viendrai voir ce que vous en aurez fait! Ça va être magnifique.
Merci Larry! J'ai hâte que vous veniez le découvrir !
I love the idea of a jack and Jill bathroom for rooms 7 and 8. They would be perfect adjoining rooms for a family. Thank you for the tour. Sorry for your loss. Your grandmother had a wonderful family and a long life.❤
Thanks so much Beverly for your condolences. We are also considering the possibility of having 7&8 as an en-suite and a few people have mentioned the same. Hope your enjoying the videos!
The wooden beams are beautiful. Hidden spaces next please then everything else :)
Consider it done Leigh! 😁 glad you’re enjoying the videos!
The wooden beams are works of art ♥️ & I think these rooms have plenty of natural light already.. spend your $$ on luxe bedding & textiles, I think that’s what adds ⭐️‘s to fine hotels !! Your new sound is brilliant
Thankyou Susan! Glad to see your still enjoying the videos. Thankyou for your suggestions.
So much potential! I love the stairs - was imagining gold shimmering on the walls as you walked up :D
Thankyou! Hopefully one day you can visit and see it for yourself! 😁
@@ChateaudeBruges You're welcome! Yes - hopefully :D
Hola Chicos!! Great tour!!! now hidden places!!! Saludos
Haha, consider it done Francisco!
The sound quality is awesome with the new microphones! Thank you! Definitely some great ideas for the bedrooms. One suggestion for the square bathroom: Keep that as your supply room for the floor. Linens, toiletry items, vacuums, cleaning supplies and a bathroom for your staff. Just a suggestion. Please show us the hidden spaces next!!
That would save an awful lot of walking up and down the stairs Melissa! That will definitely be something we will have to consider so thankyou for highlighting that! :)
@@ChateaudeBruges Why loose a much needed bathroom? A large lockable armoire or two in the hallway could easily accommodate house linens, extra towels, blankets and or cleaning supplies such as vacuums.
@@TheSecretChateau exactly what I was thinking!! We definitely wouldn’t want to lose a bedroom or a bathroom!
I was just saying we hadn’t though about a cupboard for easy access on that floor yet and we will have to consider where to put one.
@@ChateaudeBruges Cleaning items such as brooms and vacuums might also be stored in your attic space. In our home, we use the armoire in the halls outside bedrooms on each floor for storage but also keep extra items close at hand in the attic.
Good luck on moving the mirrors. They're probably glued to the wall, and even if they don't break when taken down, the silvering might darken later on. I'm considering replacing a mirror that I reused.
Hidden spaces. Yes please.
Consider it done!
Outbuildings then secret spaces.
The sound is great
Thanks for registering your vote Julie. Unfortunately, its looking like you may have been outvoted a little bit! It's looking like 'HIDDEN SPACES' will be released next! I am sure you will love it just as much though. :)
I want to see ALL of it and it doesn't matter to me in which order you choose to film them 😊. Condolences to you, your family and friends on the lose of you Nan as well.
Thankyou for your condolences Janice! Looks like ‘HIDDEN SPACES’ will be videoed next so you’ll have that to look forward to!
I would like to suggest that you make bedroom 7 and 8 with the bathroom in between a family suite. Bedroom 9 is big enough to make a bridal suite with a bathroom and a sitting area. No real need to have a wardroom space. Bedroom 10 is indeed a wonderfull light room. Here again I would move the door away from the turret bathroom so you can bring the bathroom a little forward in stead of eating in to the room. I love those crisp white walls. Would defenitly keep every decor very light and french in there and not to heavy on colours or furnishings.
May I also suggest that you show the maps a bit bigger and leave them on the screen a tat longer. For the rest another well presented video!
Thankyou Nicole for all your constructive comments! We really appreciate it! Glad you’re enjoying the videos!
The sound is definitely better. Would love to see the hidden spaces. Adding windows is a great idea but it might require approval from the historical society and other government agencies. That maybe a long and expensive process. Stephanie from Chateau Diaries would be a great resource as she has had to go through similar steps to get approved for some changes and updates with her chateau. Good luck with all your plans 😍😘
Thankyou Rosemarie! Also thanks for your heads up about the windows. It's something we will have to rethink.
Its so much space wow. So much you can do with that floor. Are you planning on having a business in the chateau? If so maybe you could make that floor your personal space or apartments? It is a gorgeous Chateau. I would love to see the out buildings as well:) Thanks for sharing your time and home with us.
I think these rooms will be too nice to waste on our own accommodation. Hopefully we will convert the kitchen attic and one of the outbuildings as a room for us staff. Glad you're enjoying the content.
Your videos are very interesting
Glad you like them!
What a wonderful property! I'd love to see the servants stairs from top to bottom and going into the cellars. Something they would have done many times a day a hundred years ago. Was there an original kitchen in the cellars? I can't wait to find out 😊
There is lots in the cellars that we are unsure about their original uses. We're hoping when we post the video, there may be some people watching who can give us more of an insight into what they are!
l love the second floor and l like the idea of the family room. you can use the mirrors for the bridal room to have a vanity straight across with lights over the mirror and chairs set up for the bridal party to get ready for the wedding day. You can also take one of your out buildings and make it for the groom and his wedding party to stay in and get ready for the wedding day. i think that the turrets should not be used for a shower, but for a sitting area and a work space for your guests who would like to have a working holiday... it would be lovely having two chairs and a desk in there. Perfect for having a space to read , to have coffee or a glass of wine. Have you thought of putting in an elevator for those who might have some mobility issues? it would be a great feature for your chateau and would allow more guests to come and visit your beautiful home!
Loads of really cool ideas Leslie! Danielle has already mentioned about the gite being made for the groomsman to stay in! I am disappointed about the turret spaces not being showers, but I think you're right! Its also a logistical nightmare getting the plumbing into that corner! The lift is a nice idea, something that may be a while off. We will also have an easy access bedroom on the ground floor for any guest who require it. Glad you continue to enjoy our content though Leslie!
I really don't think you should add windows to those rooms. It would add a huge expense and delay in getting the rooms ready for use, and the rooms look like they have plenty of light. Decorate the rooms with light colors and some mirrors and it will be wonderful.
I agree, and it would change the looks of the outside as well. You have a very nice base to go forward. Cutting holes and putting windows would be moving backwards. Just my thoughts. Love your loyal Merlin. I have the same breed. I have had 4 of them. There wonderful dogs.
Thanks for your message and your suggestions about the windows on this floor. They've been really helpful. :) We're also glad that you continue to watch and comment Eric. Hope you're enjoying the content :)
Pink bath ,small dark room could be children's room with lower night switches and lights. Just a thought it could go with parents room which would share the bath.
Hidden spaces 🤗
Thankyou for registering your vote Debra. Hope you're enjoying the content :)
Loved the tour and the second floor. The beams are stunning and the condition of the rooms are excellent. I also think you cannot put a rain shower in a room that has so many beams. Maybe a dressing room? Your are fortunate to have found such a beautiful Chateau.
Thankyou Debbie! Yes, I am a little disappointed about it, but it seems I wont get my rainfall turret shower haha!
I think the symmetry of the chateau would be compromised by adding additional dormers for windows. Hang a fabulous appropriately-sized chandelier for light in the smaller rooms. Yes, the sound was much better for this video. I would like to see the out buildings first, then the grounds, after that the cellar and lastly the attic. Thanks for adding the floor plan to tours, that is very helpful.
Glad to hear you are enjoying the videos Rochelle! Our hidden spaces video will be released in a couple of days!
Excellent! Thanks for showing us the floor plan to orient us. I’d reconsider putting a shower in the turret - could be problematic with all the wood. Perhaps put in a toilet and basin in the turret and have the shower in the adjoining WC. I think it would be tremendous to have a bit of time to admire all the wood in that room!!! It really is magnificent. The rooms don’t seem dark on the video. If you do intend to add windows I’d be sure to consult a structural engineer and perhaps an architect.
You make really good points Penny. We are also having to rethink the window plan. But before doing any major changes we will be sure to instruct a professional. :)
Hi! Its is a wonder chateau! If you created a small foyer at the end of the hall out side of bed room ten you would be able to include the square bath into the suite with out nocking through the wall and having to redo the location of the plumbing. It would sav e a lot of money and time. You will need some kind of vent in the shower tower to take care of all the moisture that the steam will produce. Timber and trapped moisture will create mold. Good luck!
Thanks for all your suggestions John! Lots of people have suggested the same idea and we are considering. Glad you enjoyed the video and what the chateau has to offer!
I can hear better this time if we go to the second floor. Your beautiful puppy is beautiful I love his name Merlin he is so gorgeous. The second floor is in pretty good condition it’s not to bad with some chateau have been untouched for many years it makes me sad that other chateau have been left behind it’s sad. See you both next video again love the chateau .
Thanks once again Patricia! Merlin sure is a superstar! Nice to see your enjoying more of our videos!
Perhaps the light switches are like some in my house; they operate outlets in the room so that a table lamp or a tall floor lamp comes on when you flip the switch. Only the kitchen, dining, bathrooms and upper bedroom have ceiling fixtures in this 1947 house. The rest have wall switches that operate wall outlets. Regarding the addition of windows, I'd be wary about that, for messing with the designed exterior appearance. Also, it would entail putting in dormer windows and messing with the roof structure and materials. I'd just concentrate on adding lovely ceiling and lamp fixtures, and not worry about more natural light. It's not worth it, in my opinion. Perhaps be sure to have "natural light" bulbs and dimmers available.
I very much agree with you. Especially about adding windows. It would be a shame not to respect the original design of the building.
Thanks for your message and your suggestions about the windows on this floor. They've been really helpful. :) The lamp light switches is something we will need to investigate! - It's a superb idea.
@@ChateaudeBruges You're welcome! It can be annoying to have those wall switch operated electric outlets if you or someone else turn(s) the lamp off at the lamp itself, but that's the only instance! :) Because then you flip the wall switch and nothing happens, and you have to walk in the dark to the lamp anyway, ha ha.
Lovely chateau. But do you think you will be allowed to add windows as it will change the outside of the building. So many other chateaux have been prevented from making changes that are visible from the outside.
Thanks for your message and your suggestions about the windows on this floor. They've been really helpful. :)
Another great tour and the 2nd floor looks to be much more interesting but also a very big challenge. Sanding and exposing the floors will nearly be impossible with the acoustics of the building, every room will need to be turned into a "acoustic cocoon" so others are not disturbed in the bedrooms below and to each side. There are two kinds of "sound" 1 "impact noise": this is transmitted via the floor to the walls by walking or also plumbing noise, washing machine (anything connected to walls and floor), so you will need carpets, carpets will also save your original floorboards from damage of high heels. 2. "airborne noise" transmission from voices, TVs, and music. I think you will need to bring in a sound specialist to help you with this, as you don't want to spend a fortune renovating and then getting noise complaints ! The second problem I see is to get permission to have a second window installed in each room. French period buildings are all about symmetry, so you will need to double the number of dormers and have replica wooden windows made. This will cost an absolute fortune as the roof structure will be impacted and all this bespoke work will cost a fortune. I just can't see the planners let you do this, even if the building is not listed. Light tunnels might be an option!
Thanks for your comment Burberry! Lots of things to consider. :) Glad you're continuing to enjoy the content though! :)
Okay. Took a screen shot of the second floor layout you had and made some alterations to it to see how it would come out just by using a quick paint sketch. You can actually take bedroom 8 and move the wall you were going to close up to the edge of where bedroom 7 would intersect and can create a rather large en suite for Bedroom 7 and Bedroom 9 out of the rest of the area. You'd close off the door for Bedroom 8 to complete that. Yes you loose a bedroom but you gain 2 en suites for both rooms 7 and 9. Also, if you take Bedroom 10's wall and bring it into the South wing corridor you can claim all that hallway space and the w/c for Bedroom 10 which would also add the windows into that room as well. I'm still thinking of ideas of Bedroom 6 and how to get a little space into it. If you'd like to see the ideas in sketch form just let me know. I'd be happy to post them / send them to you. It's just a thought you can take it or leave it. Oh and I know that putting in dormers / windows would be rather difficult to do with the roof and beam structure on the second floor. Maybe try skylights instead? That would brighten the rooms immensely and wouldn't need to be as big as a window / dormer per se. Anyway. My 2 cents 😃
Thanks so much! We would be really interested in seeing your sketches! If you can email them to us that would be fantastic! Concierge@chateaudebruges.com
Lovely chateau! But I'm worried about the structure with all the beams chopped to add the windows--likely done in the 1980s? Shame if that leads to more issues over time... And other practical thought--can the septic system support all the new toilets you have planned? Gorgeous place & I look forward to seeing your updates, at least via yT! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Sus8e! Glad you enjoyed the tour. We’ve reconsidered windows after having lots of comments similar to yours. The septic tank is a good point, I’m sure it will be something we have to investigate when we start doing more en-suites. Many thanks.