Maybe change the name of my blog too!?
I won't.
But I love the name: Rue du Chateau, Street of the Chateau.
The bathroom sink: Found the top part, a marble holy water font at a brocante in April. The base is a garden stand, new, made out of some modern fiber whatever. The lights I found at a second hand store in Paris. French Husband rewired them.
The arm to the man.
Pure muscle;
Talented.
art in motion.
Large gilded oval frame with a charcoal drawing of a young girl.
It is sitting on the kitchen counter, a safe place. I bought it at an antique shop in Paris a few weeks ago. That is why it is hanging out instead of in a safe place.
The kitchen has a small counter with a stove top and large sink (no dishwasher).
Alongside of it there is an island.
Modern meets old. I surprised myself with the desire to renovate the apartment with a twist towards modern, masculine and dark.
Working in the bedroom on a makeshift table.
I begged to keep the old stone steps.
The patine ... years of glue, use, dirt, soiled.. not pretty, but I find them appealing, earthy, real. I am going to wax them. Like I said I pleaded to keep them.
Bathroom tiles meet the living room floor.
A sneak peek.
We have a hundred details to deal with.
Rue du Chateau, the workers house turned into a little dream.
Oh, I love how this is looking!!!! The mix, Corey, the mix -- perfect!
Wish I could find chandeliers like that!
I am guessing that you will find your way into a design magazine, or blog, soon enough.
Yes, the the apartment name, No to the blog name change.
Can't wait for more pictures!!
Posted by: monika | 28 August 2013 at 07:19 PM
Love these preliminary pictures--Beautiful!!! And looking forward to the finished décor. Rue du Chateau sounds perfect, please though keep your blog name Tongue in Cheek!
Posted by: Judy | 28 August 2013 at 07:41 PM
Rue du Chateau sounds perfect for the appartment, but I wouldn't change the name of your blog!
Posted by: stadtgarten | 28 August 2013 at 08:24 PM
Keep TIC - it has become your brand. Love the sink and mini chandeliers.
Posted by: Diogenes | 28 August 2013 at 09:03 PM
The creating is the very best part. . . . Love it! I like Tongue in Cheek . . .
Posted by: Lynne | 28 August 2013 at 10:28 PM
Love seeing the bathroom close to completion and the kitchen. I agree on the name of the apartment, but keep Tongue in Cheek for the blog.
The chandeliers are spectacular. Wish I could find something like that for my dining room. I need to start looking.
Posted by: Marilyn | 28 August 2013 at 10:37 PM
Do whatever floats your boat cuz obviously you are doing it right! I couldn't wait to see these pictures & you did not disappoint - love it all!
Posted by: Debra | 28 August 2013 at 10:48 PM
Tongue in Cheek is synonymous with Corey Amaro...no to the change. What is the translation of Rue du Chateau? Is it the street castle? The castle on the street? I don't know....maybe something more personal.
Posted by: Pearl | 28 August 2013 at 10:53 PM
No, no don't change Tongue in Cheek. You could name your apartment to a name that reflects the theme you are going for in the apartment. Brocante Chic or The Crystal Chandelier. I am not really creative with names but you get my drift. LOL.
Posted by: Betty | 28 August 2013 at 11:04 PM
It's all stunning...
Posted by: Eileen | 29 August 2013 at 12:00 AM
Le petite chateau? But please keep your TIC title for the blog and antique shop!
Posted by: martina | 29 August 2013 at 12:35 AM
Love Rue de Chateau, love Tongue in Cheek. Yes to the first, please don't change Tongue in Cheek. I am so excited to see more of the apartment! I love it so far. Hope to see it in person!
Posted by: carol | 29 August 2013 at 01:35 AM
The apartment will be fabulous--you can already tell! Looking forward to the final reveal.
Posted by: Iowa Julie | 29 August 2013 at 02:34 AM
Will your address be :
Rue de Chateau
Rue de Chateau, Paris?
How about:
Le Petit Reve?
Tongue in cheek, now that's a keeper for sure!
when is the open house? love everything you all have done!
Posted by: Susan Fuquay | 29 August 2013 at 03:18 AM
Love rue du chateau to name the apartment......and then youll always remember the name of the street youre staying on!!
Posted by: Andrea | 29 August 2013 at 03:24 AM
looking good- REALLY GOOD!
Posted by: g | 29 August 2013 at 04:23 AM
Such a transformation!
I love it all!
Posted by: Carol | 29 August 2013 at 05:13 AM
I have enjoyed every detail of your renovation.
Your blog is a little piece of joy that comes into my inbox just when the afternoon at work is seeming endless. Thank you
Posted by: Lyn | 29 August 2013 at 06:18 AM
So much to love. Rue du Chateau yes perfect. Rolls off the tongue. Tic forever. Can't wait to to make a reservation. Love the the sink especially the faucets coming out of the wall ! Stone steps, absolutely ! Oh the fixtures need some. My fav part is the foreman wearing flipflops!!!!
Only in Paris.......
Posted by: XiijnTEXAS FRANCOPHILE | 29 August 2013 at 06:23 AM
exquisite. I once named the house I lived in with my young daughter 'chateau d'snuggle bunnies'. Yes Rue d'Chateau is right for it.
Posted by: diane - florida | 29 August 2013 at 06:35 AM
just adoring the old, old things like the marble sink and the steps..combined with chandeliers and a touch of gentleman modern...tres chic!
Posted by: Patti Lloyd | 29 August 2013 at 07:00 AM
Looks absolutely lovely! I like rue du chateau but the name has to come from within the soul of the apartment and yours!
Posted by: 24/7 in France | 29 August 2013 at 08:46 AM
Yes, the perfect name. Waxed stone and concrete is beginning to show up in designer studios - I love the look. Your apartment is simple elegance.
Posted by: Robin | 29 August 2013 at 12:30 PM
Fans from the Midwestern states say "C'est magnifique"!
Posted by: Gladys Cramer | 29 August 2013 at 02:20 PM
Love the sink and those lights! So wonderful! And I think those steps are delightfully lovely! So glad you begged to keep them!
Posted by: Jill Flory | 29 August 2013 at 02:37 PM
Yes. RdC is gorgeous...or Le Petite Chateau. Happy the project has come toogether for you both! Blessings to all!
Posted by: Noelle | 29 August 2013 at 03:09 PM
Yes, the STREET name is VERY appealing!I found it on a map of PARIS!The lights are my cup of tea!I love how he hung from the ceiling!French husband is very handy!The steps are lovely too...........thank goodness your there to make these IMPORTANT decisions!
Posted by: La Contessa | 29 August 2013 at 03:11 PM
This is so exciting! Rue du Chateau is, of course, perfect! Love the old steps to the bedroom -- they have character. I just know the whole apartment will be gorgeous!
Posted by: Cindy | 29 August 2013 at 03:23 PM
I think now that "Rue De Chateau" will always be in my mind for this apartment of yours...I gazed at your sink pic on my Iphone all day! lol....it's awesome!
Posted by: Brenda, Walker, LA | 29 August 2013 at 03:56 PM
YES,Rue du Chateau is perfect for the apt. xxpeggybraswelldesign.com
Posted by: Peggy Braswell | 29 August 2013 at 04:30 PM
What a metamorphosis! From frog to princess with storybook details! Lovely and lovingly done! Bravo!
Posted by: Claire | 29 August 2013 at 09:10 PM
It's all looking wonderful. Whatever name you choose, I hope it's one that brings a smile to your lips whenever you think or say it. Can't wait for you to start taking reservations. It would be very special to stay in the apartment having been allowed to share in this process. Such a lovely connection to you, the blog, Paris and your readers.
Posted by: Andrea | 29 August 2013 at 09:15 PM
oh, I love the name for your sweet apartment Corey....and I love those hardwood floors, are they the original ones? Wonderful wide plank, I love wide plank.....so happy you are moving along here, and so love traveling this journey with you ~ thank you for all you share ~ I feel a sense of connection each time I drop in ~ XO ~ hail the brocante ~
Posted by: Suzanna | 29 August 2013 at 10:52 PM