Restoration of a Chateau by a Young Frenchman: Costs, Interior Renovation, Architecture, ...

Sdílet
Vložit
  • čas přidán 25. 08. 2024

Komentáře • 236

  • @deelynn3189
    @deelynn3189 Před 3 měsíci +176

    I'm glad in Europe there are still craftsmen who have the skills to do such beautiful, historic work and renovation.

    • @rekkinregen
      @rekkinregen Před 3 měsíci +4

      they are almost extinct thanks to the american junk: prefab since the 50's.

    • @mirvha714
      @mirvha714 Před 3 měsíci +3

      @@rekkinregen There's lots of this type of work in the U.S. as well, it's simply a matter of scale. Less than 5% of all Americans will live in a home with this level of craftsmanship so you don't see it as much in such a young country.
      To blame a globally dying craft (due to the emergence of technology) on a single country which is 1/20th of the global population is asinine at best and idiotic at worst. Your delicate sensibilities don't determine how the world works.

    • @katherinetutschek4757
      @katherinetutschek4757 Před 2 měsíci

      ​@@rekkinregen I don't know about the situation in France, but in North America there are definitely people who mourn the loss of traditional crafts--or old buildings--to the march of modernity. It just isn't as profitable for craftsmen to stay in their trade anymore, and not everyone is able to afford the prices they would need to charge to stay in business.

    • @Indian_gae_boii
      @Indian_gae_boii Před 6 dny

      yeah lol im from india and i see countless historical sites, houses and mansions in ruins with little left, since many of these buildings would have their bricks and stones removed and repurposed,

  • @JC-kz3ut
    @JC-kz3ut Před 2 měsíci +28

    Champagne is lucky to have such passionate young chap taking care of what looks to be a pretty important home. Well done, young man.

    • @janvrabec3401
      @janvrabec3401 Před 19 dny +1

      "rich young chap" - no way he done some of these things by himself. Takes a lifelong skilled worker to master some of these techniques.. It is just money lol. Same goes for buying chateo in france..

    • @maxenceville6845
      @maxenceville6845 Před 18 dny +1

      @@janvrabec3401 You are kinda wrong, his parents started with not much in life, they bought their first Chateau many years ago and renovated it. Through hard work they were able to buy another one an renovated it again. They repeated the process many times and now his family owns I think 6 Chateaux. They are 4 siblings, each has a Chateau and they all literally dedicated their lives to them.
      As Edouard said, he already has 10 years or more of experience renovating Chateaux, as since a child he is doing it with his parents.
      They are now living off from the revenues of tourism and get to make some money out of their activities through their many Chateaux, but they are not rich, they just love our french heritage and vow to take care of what our ancestors left us, unlike most french people.

  • @laurafogel7432
    @laurafogel7432 Před 3 měsíci +94

    He is a very impressive young man!

    • @broederbond60
      @broederbond60 Před 3 měsíci +1

      Especially those equestrian boots! N'EST-CE PAS?

    • @Pl89uk
      @Pl89uk Před 3 měsíci +4

      Impressive to inherit money very impressive indeed!

    • @mapleleafkay9824
      @mapleleafkay9824 Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@broederbond60 Lmao

    • @katherinetutschek4757
      @katherinetutschek4757 Před 2 měsíci +3

      ​​@@Pl89ukAgreed inheriting money isn't impressive, but he's doing good things with it. Restoring a château that used to be only for the rich, and opening it for everyone to enjoy (I mean, an escape room with a historic cellar and apothecary? That's awesome!). Of course this will make him money after it breaks even, but I don't think he's doing it just for the money. He's restoring a historical gem.

    • @TheSecretChateau
      @TheSecretChateau Před 2 měsíci +2

      His family are extremely wealthy and very well known here in France. Each family member owns a château.

  • @donaldprice9569
    @donaldprice9569 Před 3 měsíci +74

    Edouard, magnificant restoration thus far. Am exceedingly happy it is in your capable hands. God Bless You!

  • @gaslitworldf.melissab2897
    @gaslitworldf.melissab2897 Před 3 měsíci +97

    I am awed and impressed by all the chateau owners willing to dedicate decades and millions of euros to the restoration of these expansive and detailed homes. And most of them seem to be French and I once thought that they're cavalier about historic chateaux, b/c they take them for granted. More importantly, I assumed they stirred resentment as relics of oppressive times.

    • @lapernice6978
      @lapernice6978 Před 3 měsíci +6

      Not just french, everywhere in Europe…

    • @AsoSnT
      @AsoSnT Před 3 měsíci +8

      no we are immensely proud of them, it's just fucking difficult to maintain :)

    • @zandercerlong7238
      @zandercerlong7238 Před 3 měsíci +2

      Did you not even watch the video? Most of the money wasn’t even from his personal.

    • @chrisa.frederich6745
      @chrisa.frederich6745 Před 2 měsíci +3

      ​@@zandercerlong7238 You can't tour a house as a worksite, so paid visiting wasn't possible, so? The Govt supported the restoration with partial funding, where do you think the rest came from? Govt funding helps put money back into the economy, helps train & support local artisans, while also setting up assistance for job creation. It helps to keep artisan suppliers in business and, on top of that, supports the region as a whole.
      The cost of maintenance on these houses is tremendous.

    • @zandercerlong7238
      @zandercerlong7238 Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@chrisa.frederich6745 the government doesn’t create money so really that’s just taxpayer money

  • @andyroo9381
    @andyroo9381 Před 3 měsíci +49

    I'm so glad the thieves did not remove the top stone carvings, over the front door. Those are gorgeous.

  • @KarelBeelaertsvanBlokland
    @KarelBeelaertsvanBlokland Před 2 měsíci +17

    Deep respect for the perseverance and vision to save this beautiful chateau! BRAVO!

  • @user-tt3sq7hf9h
    @user-tt3sq7hf9h Před 2 měsíci +13

    The owner is to be commended on all the dedication and work he’s put into this beautiful château when this place is finished it’ll be absolutely stunning. I am from USA but would love to come and see this place when it’s all done.

  • @lynettebrown4158
    @lynettebrown4158 Před 2 měsíci +7

    It is so good to see the restoration is being done to match its age. Some new chateau owners are decorating in a more contemporary design and personally I find that a shame.
    Well done on your progress so far

  • @smiley9987
    @smiley9987 Před 3 měsíci +11

    Exceptional! Once all is done,it will be truly magestic place. Hard work indeed. I am always drawn to the kitchens of those chateaux,I don't know....there's something about it. The young owner is such a charmer. Apparently with great knowledge as well. A must place to visit. I will plan to do so. Super episode 👍

  • @mairoo22
    @mairoo22 Před 2 měsíci +6

    I'm happy to see someone like you to care for the historic past just like my partner and I did it where we restored the decayed gilded age mansion in Williamstown Massachusetts

  • @LoireValleyChateaux
    @LoireValleyChateaux Před 3 měsíci +13

    Beautimous Restoration!
    Merci beaucoup! ❤️🙏

  • @sandracuthbert1217
    @sandracuthbert1217 Před 3 měsíci +22

    Absolutely amazing. Another restoration well well done.

  • @khanysafan1705
    @khanysafan1705 Před 2 měsíci +5

    This chateau is being restored correctly. Others make changes to their chateaus, so though they call them restorations, they really aren’t. But, this is amazing. This is the way it should be done.

  • @gioiapharo7433
    @gioiapharo7433 Před 3 měsíci +9

    A True Labor Of Love ……. Spectacular …… ThankYou For Sharing

    •  Před 3 měsíci +2

      Please add Turkish subtitles as well. Thank you

  • @Sushi2735
    @Sushi2735 Před měsícem +3

    Stunning restoration! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 You are an amazing young man! Thank you for saving history the way it was, not the way we expect it in 2024! What you are doing is remarkable. It is an enormous castle! The first rule of old old homes: KEEP IT DRY !!!
    You are so smart!

  • @altacostura3512
    @altacostura3512 Před 3 měsíci +6

    Remarkable and invaluable work. May every aging chateau find a wonderful new owner like you.

  • @dariuszsandecki6891
    @dariuszsandecki6891 Před 3 měsíci +10

    L'architecture (décoration) est très subtile, avant Louis XV. J'adore.

  • @user-rs5xu2pf4d
    @user-rs5xu2pf4d Před 3 měsíci +10

    قصر مهول ومهيب والأثاث فخم كل شيء روعة برافو للمهندسين من أجل الاصلاحات 👍🌹💐✌️💯🇹🇳 tunisie merci (So)

  • @martihetrick609
    @martihetrick609 Před 3 měsíci +14

    Very proud of your hard work

  • @rayn8740
    @rayn8740 Před 3 měsíci +10

    I love the approach to the renovation. The exterior looks fantastic and the interiors are coming along too. Bravo!

  • @susanacuratolo1200
    @susanacuratolo1200 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Mr. Guyot is a PIONEER and with Great Insight. What a MAGNIFIQUE WORK!

  • @RighteousReverendDynamite
    @RighteousReverendDynamite Před 3 měsíci +5

    Holy Cow! What a tremendous successful effort. France is made strong by those who cherish its past. Keep on going. The workers are definitely skilled. Great natural landscaping and gardens. I hope to travel there one day.

  • @paulcreutz2478
    @paulcreutz2478 Před 3 měsíci +7

    Absolutely amazing! I love the way you are presenting a living breathing chateau that everyone can participate in while you're restoring it.

  • @pamelapeel4893
    @pamelapeel4893 Před 3 měsíci +6

    Wonderful restoration classically beautiful chateau ..Love way windows are both sides of main room truly a labour of love ❤

  • @anjelybarger
    @anjelybarger Před 3 měsíci +12

    What a beautiful place😊

  • @cocobunnyable100
    @cocobunnyable100 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Je suis tellement impressionné par toi ! Brillante entreprise. Je me connecterai autant que possible. En tant que professionnel de l'intérieur et de l'architecture. Mon enthousiasme pour votre travail acharné est vraiment ressenti du cœur ! 🤎
    Keep progressing, brilliant work!

  • @bobbiejay2085
    @bobbiejay2085 Před 3 měsíci +11

    Three million euros is such a small amount for the restoration of the external walls and entire roof. I know there's much more work to go however the ongoing costs are not that bad given what a magnificent property this is and what will eventually be very beautiful and liveable. I want one.

    • @BristolBerg
      @BristolBerg Před 3 měsíci +1

      It took them 6 years to get to that point too.

  • @brandiepage1608
    @brandiepage1608 Před 3 měsíci +7

    How beautiful. I would love to see this in person.

    • @brandiepage1608
      @brandiepage1608 Před 3 měsíci +1

      I would trade a year of work for a room of my own ❤️

  • @gunlindblad5202
    @gunlindblad5202 Před 3 měsíci +5

    Wow! Det märks att det är en ung person som ägare nu. Roligt med ”the game” för besökare. Love it

  • @sandyoda9042
    @sandyoda9042 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Love the wall covering! What an amazing job you have done restoring as best to originality ❤

  • @dasha0uchit
    @dasha0uchit Před 3 měsíci +9

    I think it's very good and big work and it's important to whole world. Thanks you so much for this!

  • @susansweeney1069
    @susansweeney1069 Před 3 měsíci +12

    It's wonderful, congratulations 😊

  • @garypalmer7750
    @garypalmer7750 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Edouard: Out of all the chateaux's shown on youtube YOURS is the most beautiful, to me. The bones of the Chateaux you chose have the most symetry, respect of space to allow functionality to the square footage. I like that it is not just a Big structure to show off for the owners ego, but a thought provoking measurment of Design. The scale of the inside is relative to the outside and to the land it sits on with my favorite idea of "Function follows Form (design"" and you still come out ahead of the game! I hope there will be more films of you showing the efforts you have taken to restore the Chateaux, the pains taking progress and your thought prosessies that make me wonder how your head ticks as well as you giving the Chateaux a new beating heart. lol .I hope I get to see your creation in person and meet the impressive young man you have allowed youtube viewers to discover exhists in Dordogne France. Merci bocoup, Gary Palmer

  • @lapernice6978
    @lapernice6978 Před 3 měsíci +5

    Thank you for your hard work and being thoughtful not to over-renovate 😋👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @maryannchaisson6742
    @maryannchaisson6742 Před 2 měsíci +3

    You’re doing an awesome Job with this restoration! Congratulations and best wishes for your success! Canada 🇨🇦👏👏🌹🇨🇦

  • @pmm3112
    @pmm3112 Před 3 měsíci +12

    If I may make a suggestion?? In the petite salon, there is a large furniture piece with a glass cabinet between the windows; I would highly recommend placing it on a larger wall. The reason is say this is that although symmetrical balance is always important in formal rooms, it’s not always possible or even necessary when you have larger wall spaces which scream for larger pieces. I noticed a beautiful chest or commode adjacent to the fireplace on a large wall which seems somewhat lost due to the comparison of space to furniture ratio.
    My suggestion is to move the larger piece from between the windows to the space adjacent to the fireplace (what appears to be the right side of the fireplace on screen). This will nicely fill the larger wall space on the fireplace wall and another commode or table or vitrine of smaller size can live between the windows bringing the tried and true design principle of the largest pieces on the largest walls should be placed first and gradually work your way down the the smaller scale pieces in the remaining spaces.
    Albeit keeping in mind furniture groupings such as seating which needs to stay more closely related to one another for ease of conversation and aesthetics, would qualify as the larger scale pieces to be considered for larger walls and large empty space because they are of one established element to themselves in the scheme of space planning and decorating. As well Bergiere Chairs should not stand alone without a table or companion chair or seat because of their importance as a piece with a designated place in the seating plan.
    I hope you don’t take this as criticism for the sake of a condescending commentary from an amateur, as I have a solid career in interior design and very much appreciate and admire your work, sense of style and dedication to this restoration project! Bravo!! It is all remarkable and you’ve done an amazing job as everything is stunning! 🎊 ❤

  • @hildabond
    @hildabond Před 3 měsíci +6

    ❤that's so amazing, so great work 👏🏼 i'm impressed

  • @Shcreamingreen
    @Shcreamingreen Před 3 měsíci +3

    There are only a few people with as much respect to the patina as you possess. God bless you.

  • @Safferpsyche
    @Safferpsyche Před 3 měsíci +5

    It's always good to see beautiful things restored to their former glory.

  • @BA-ef4pr
    @BA-ef4pr Před 3 měsíci +6

    It's amazing!

  • @noelinecumming4963
    @noelinecumming4963 Před 20 dny

    Whom will live in the chateau after all the restoration is completed.
    It is absolutely a splendid home to enjoy. Heating will cost a small fortune. Very impressive indeed
    I love French furniture and decor.
    Good luck please keep us posted with all the renovations. We love watching.

  • @JSTXRPXLMULE
    @JSTXRPXLMULE Před 3 měsíci +3

    Fantastic job.. Love what you're doing.. I hope to.
    Come over and purchase one myself. I've been looking for something family owned... All original and complete..!

  • @daviddjerassi
    @daviddjerassi Před 18 dny

    This is AMAZING as you are also to take on such a project was in itself crazy but a good crazy and now at last the fruits of your labors are showing these great houses could not survive with out a visionary such as you i hope the French government awards you a high honor you deserve it Sir may God go with you..

  • @EcomCarl
    @EcomCarl Před 2 měsíci +1

    What an incredible journey in restoring! 🏰 Preserving historical elements while adapting the space for interactive visitor experiences is a brilliant way to keep heritage alive and engaging.

  • @brocktoon8
    @brocktoon8 Před 3 měsíci +3

    A beautiful restoration!

  • @melmoss8923
    @melmoss8923 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Truly magnificent ❤

  • @hepolaroth
    @hepolaroth Před 2 měsíci +1

    Fantastic restoration. The thought, heart, knowledge & care with which you’re restoring this beautiful chateau is beyond impressive. I hope someday you can restore the agricultural aspects, especially the vineyard & winemaking apparatus.

  • @ericmamadou4735
    @ericmamadou4735 Před 2 měsíci +2

    the pure definition of living in the past

  • @bobh3704
    @bobh3704 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Ah once again another positive beautiful part of your estate. Dr. You have continued to do a wonderful job you are a smart man, hands stud but a person who. Area about history.😎💋🇺🇸👍

  • @maryfitzgerald8229
    @maryfitzgerald8229 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Congratulations! Thank you for preserving this beautiful building.

  • @jkatlantic1
    @jkatlantic1 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Great job. Those who forget history are cursed to repeat it. Restoration is worthwhile. Surprised to see so much support from the state

  • @joseantoniovelilla7807
    @joseantoniovelilla7807 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Qué maravilla, cuanto amor y pasión en el proyecto ❤

  • @kevmagill5163
    @kevmagill5163 Před 3 měsíci +7

    It's inspiring to see that Edouard has committed to a restoration that shows history and patina. I imagine that one would feel comforted by the historical patina rather than afraid to move in the rooms, like with more extremely renovated chateaux.

  • @dixiesedgwick89
    @dixiesedgwick89 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Very impressive young man and castle

  • @grammaberta8113
    @grammaberta8113 Před měsícem

    One of my favourite stories to follow. I adore that using games like he's doing will connect people to the chateau and the work he's doing to keep it relevant. Observation is wonderful but integration will make it more personal and likely inspire more restoration benefits. That was a very intelligent approach.

  • @yahwea
    @yahwea Před 3 měsíci +2

    Beautiful restoration. Well told story. Los Angeles

  • @corgiowner436
    @corgiowner436 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Magnifique! Good thing he’s young and passionate as this is a lifetime of work.

  • @iwillwander
    @iwillwander Před 3 měsíci +3

    Thank you for this effort. Incredibly beautiful.

  • @edwardfitzpatrick1206
    @edwardfitzpatrick1206 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Wow, I love this project. I love the factory saving the château. I just wish I could donate great great CZcams video.

  • @SilviaAxisa-rn1gn
    @SilviaAxisa-rn1gn Před 3 měsíci +3

    Fabulous

  • @SoChateauxTV
    @SoChateauxTV  Před 3 měsíci +2

    🇫🇷 Original Version in French (with subtitles): czcams.com/video/IBJ-dQUAnaU/video.html

  • @victormendes583
    @victormendes583 Před 3 měsíci +2

    It's a piece of art, great work!

  • @Dstew57A
    @Dstew57A Před 3 měsíci

    Absolutely fantastic…so happy to see people care about restoring and keeping these historic places for others to see and enjoy

  • @sheilastahl633
    @sheilastahl633 Před 3 měsíci

    Thanks for the updates. The Chateau is so beautiful and very charming too. Please continue to keep us updated.

  • @user-ou4jh2sf6e
    @user-ou4jh2sf6e Před 3 měsíci

    БРАВО ! Вы реставрируете и замок и Свою Душу ! Благое дело.

  • @garykirk9888
    @garykirk9888 Před 3 měsíci

    I love the past it was an elegant and mystical time of beauty in the history of generations to come!!!

  • @luisguillermogomezberti2528
    @luisguillermogomezberti2528 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Hermoso trabajo el que estás haciendo, chapó !!!

  • @nevisscot7697
    @nevisscot7697 Před 3 měsíci

    What pride you must feel being part of this and restoring to such a level.👍👍formidable

  • @normanbonk8064
    @normanbonk8064 Před měsícem

    Woooow! Formidable! Prayers.❤❤❤

  • @FoxyfloofJumps
    @FoxyfloofJumps Před 2 měsíci

    It is looking great! I believe in preserving such wonderful examples of old craft-mastery so future generations can also enjoy the way things were once done.

  • @Tigerlilart
    @Tigerlilart Před 3 měsíci +1

    Stunning

  • @andreypolyakov9410
    @andreypolyakov9410 Před 3 měsíci +2

    nice work.

  • @muratmurat624
    @muratmurat624 Před 17 dny

    Congratulations, a planned, detailed and ultimately excellent work

  • @bellsca1917
    @bellsca1917 Před 3 měsíci

    Can't wait to see the rest of the rooms after complete renovation.

  • @hansmemling2311
    @hansmemling2311 Před 3 měsíci

    I remember watching a video on the restoration when renovation was started. They came a long way wow.

  • @ginatees3262
    @ginatees3262 Před 3 měsíci

    Magnificent buildings and grounds. Wonderful that the history of these buildings us valued and being restored. Thank you for sharing.

  • @frankbonnici3031
    @frankbonnici3031 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Well done guys 👏❤️

  • @garyrebholz4139
    @garyrebholz4139 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Bravo! Very beautiful.

  • @narges.b
    @narges.b Před 3 měsíci

    Waww how grest works done and how beautiful is the chateau ❤ dream to live there 🥰

  • @archiebald4717
    @archiebald4717 Před 3 měsíci

    Wonderful to see these lovely buildings restored.

  • @KonaLatner
    @KonaLatner Před měsícem

    Just beautiful!

  • @peterlarsen7779
    @peterlarsen7779 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Beautiful work! 🥰 It's a job that will take years because it needs to be _just so_ ☺️👍
    How many hectares is the Chateau situated on?

  • @corrinadeluxe4141
    @corrinadeluxe4141 Před 3 měsíci

    How lucky we are that this dashing lad with wonderful ideas had the means and the wherewithal to master this project.

  • @MaryBelcher-nt9op
    @MaryBelcher-nt9op Před 2 měsíci

    I hope you will take us on a tour of the rest of the main building. Great work!

  • @D9P323
    @D9P323 Před měsícem

    Stunning work!

  • @childearth4039
    @childearth4039 Před 2 měsíci

    A thing of beauty saved. Thank you.

  • @pamelahaskell809
    @pamelahaskell809 Před 3 měsíci

    I don't know how I missed your platform but am really excited that I get to watch your interior renovations. You handle speaking about the Chateaux very well. wishing your further success and with watch.

  • @augustasimone9323
    @augustasimone9323 Před 3 měsíci

    Congratulation on every project. Very impressive.Thank you for sharing and explaining.

  • @colleenwilliams1452
    @colleenwilliams1452 Před 3 měsíci

    Congratulations on what you are doing. Living in New Zealand is too far away to visit chateau's. I appreciatevwhat you are doing and it gives me hope my gt grandchildren will one day visit.

  • @NinaNina-vq6zb
    @NinaNina-vq6zb Před 3 měsíci +1

    Super.

  • @heatherphelps3799
    @heatherphelps3799 Před 2 měsíci

    What a beautiful place! Thank you for the video!!!

  • @petrekovairena1891
    @petrekovairena1891 Před 3 měsíci +2

    WOW

  • @benz500r
    @benz500r Před 3 měsíci

    Nice work. I take my hat off to you for preserving this beautiful place.

  • @user-dq1kr6zc2t
    @user-dq1kr6zc2t Před 3 měsíci

    Absolutely stunning. Magnificent grounds.

  • @user-ou4jh2sf6e
    @user-ou4jh2sf6e Před 3 měsíci

    Я когда вижу заброшенные замки ,вилы , дома, ощущение брошенной Любви ! Вот она валяется и все проходят мимо , равнодушно пинают ногами и грабЯт. Вы молодец!

  • @tamtamtamatim.4860
    @tamtamtamatim.4860 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Wowwww ❤ great ❤

  • @Thewildmanwoods
    @Thewildmanwoods Před 2 měsíci +1

    Amazing ❤

  • @sarahleahB
    @sarahleahB Před 3 měsíci

    Magnificent! I hope you sell champagne 🍾🥂 it would make for a wonderful visit. Bravo for going to such lengths to restore a truly beautiful building.

  • @jamesk8s1
    @jamesk8s1 Před 3 měsíci

    WOW, amazing and beautiful! Congratulations and continued success!! 🙌