At home in Paris.
The Apartment is live-able, missing a few pieces such as, the massive chandelier and a sofa, and a few other things I haven't found (Though as my friend Renee said, "A designer designs a beautiful space, but a home takes time to create, piece by piece, memories from here and there.")
But it is live-able. Chelsea and Sacha came over for dinner.
Chelsea came over after work. She brought dessert.
Chocolate cake that looked like fudge and ice cream.
Sacha was checking out the bedroom, and sighed, "Why can't I live here?"
I reminded Sacha, "Chelsea and you, could both live..." Before I could finish my sentence Chelsea chimmed in, "Dibs on the bedroom."
Sacha looked at me, with his hands in the air, and I said, "I guess that means you would get the floor."
Months ago when the apartment wasn't renovated, and looked horrible they both decided they would rather rent somewhere else.
They both decided it wouldn't be good for their brother/sister "love" to live in the same place...
They get along.
They both are neat freaks.... but well Sacha takes ten hours in the bathroom... and that is no joke.
I think they regret it now.
But they don't regret that we now have a place where we can meet and be together that isn't nine hours away by car, or three hours by TGV.
Sacha started film school today.
Sacha had stories to tell, Chelsea of course made faces.
I think she should go into acting... clowning.
They are both my heart throb happiness, and I am grateful beyond words to be their mom.
Yann had to go back to Marseille, so he missed the dinner.
We missed him.
The place looks great Corey, and of course, I love the armoire. And the maps, and the kitchen cabinets.
Posted by: Diogenes | 01 October 2013 at 12:34 AM
Instead of calling it Chateau de Rue Chateau, it should be called Chateau de Joie!
Ten hours in the bathroom? ay yi yi
Posted by: martina | 01 October 2013 at 12:34 AM
Wow, what an incredible job you did. I can see why they would want to live there. You really have amazing style.
Posted by: Ali Moss | 01 October 2013 at 01:32 AM
Just spectacular! LOVE every frame you shared. So glad everyone is happy today.
Posted by: Debra | 01 October 2013 at 02:46 AM
Sweet potatoes, I love what I see! You created a magical Paris apartment, no wonder they want to live there. I adore the simple and elegant style. You are amazing!
Posted by: Rhonda | 01 October 2013 at 02:56 AM
It's always a treat to see Chelsea and Sacha together.
Such a transformation you all have made in the apartment. So beautiful!
Posted by: Carol | 01 October 2013 at 03:17 AM
What a lovely warm and serene space you have created Corey. Can we please see more of the rooms/ inside the bedroom so we can see bed covers etc...bathroom finished; how does the painted decorative wooden door look? and...and...and...
Posted by: Leigh NZ | 01 October 2013 at 03:28 AM
Very cozy, with a rustic, modern, and French antique style. Interesting! I'm sure you will be spending more time in Paris.
Posted by: Ann | 01 October 2013 at 05:35 AM
You've done a lovely job with the apartment and of course, your greatest creations are your beautiful children. Enjoy!
Posted by: Chico Sue | 01 October 2013 at 06:55 AM
You've outdone yourself, Corey. It looks sensational. Perfect blending of quality, taste, and French flair.
Salut!
Posted by: Shelley Noble | 01 October 2013 at 06:57 AM
Corey, what a gifted eye you have to have been able to envision the metamorphosis you all performed on the apartment.
Perhaps Sacha and Chelsea could live there together if you added a half-bath, and installed a comfortable sofa-bed (if that's not an oxymoron, LOL!) in the living room.
Posted by: Kathie B | 01 October 2013 at 07:05 AM
P.S. No photo of the chocolate cake that looked like fudge and ice cream? Sob!
Posted by: Kathie B | 01 October 2013 at 07:06 AM
It gets more gorgeous with every picture you post -- & even more special with family sharing good times within this wonderfully planned & decorated Parisian home.
Posted by: pmj | 01 October 2013 at 07:43 AM
Gorgeous! And even better...it's been blessed with love. Good karma for whoever is lucky enough to stay there.
Posted by: Evelyn | 01 October 2013 at 08:55 AM
Making a lovely home is indeed a work in progress - your apartment looks lovely!
Posted by: 24/7 in France | 01 October 2013 at 08:56 AM
When does the armoire get painted?
Posted by: stella | 01 October 2013 at 10:28 AM
Ah! At last. Nice that they are both in Paris.
Posted by: Jamie | 01 October 2013 at 01:15 PM
aww, the 1st dinner in the apartment, I love how you put drawers under the windows in this space....I live in a tiny place, often referred to as living on a boat, or a bunker as it is made out of concrete & steel ~ everything has a place or I would be overwhelmed due to size ~ love the oval painting next to the island too ~ the collage of maps of Paris in the bedroom on the walls, perfect to me ~yummy darling home away from home ~ XO
Posted by: Suzanna | 01 October 2013 at 01:56 PM
You nailed it, stunning, stunning, stunning. put me on the list waiting to rent it! Isn't it wonderful that with the blogging world you have made so many friends that you don't even have to pay an agent to rent your apartment, you will have a waiting list!!!!!
Posted by: Country French Judi | 01 October 2013 at 02:21 PM
Just the best! More pics, more pics, more pics!!!!! Tell us when the booking begins so we can reserve reserve!
Posted by: XiijnTEXAS FRANCOPHILE | 01 October 2013 at 02:27 PM
Corey, it is so wonderful to see it come together for you. Your new home is beautiful and you're right-- being able to share it with your kids is really the best.
Posted by: jeanie | 01 October 2013 at 02:28 PM
Beautiful! Just Beautiful! Enjoy your time with your lovely family.
Posted by: Dawn S. | 01 October 2013 at 03:45 PM
Corey,
You had me at photo one!I have tears in my eyes...............THE APARTMENT IS BEAUTIFUL!The kitchen, the stone steps up to the bedroom, the a moire ,oh my!Cheryl, said its the most beautiful apartment in PARIS and she is so right!I cannot wait to step foot through the front door..................your touches are so me!As far as the SON in the bathroom for hours.........I have one of those too!How exciting film school!You have done a beautiful job raising two beautiful children!I applaud You and French husband.You may never get to stay in the apartment as word spreads and I will do a lot of that ,you will be BOOKED two years out year round!YOU DID IT!!!!
Posted by: La Contessa | 01 October 2013 at 03:49 PM
What an inviting space! Love the lighting and the hominess of the space. The steps to the bedroom, how inviting is that!! You are one blessed Lady, Corey.
Posted by: Cherry | 01 October 2013 at 05:38 PM
Corey, the apartment looks very beautiful. what a compliment that Chelsea and Sacha would now like to live there. i am glad you have it for family times, it was very much a wise choice to purchase it! Staying close to family/our children while we can is the best! xo jody/fl
Posted by: jody | 01 October 2013 at 06:01 PM
I just love your blog. I have always loved stories about families. I never miss reading yours.
Posted by: Rachel Schindler | 01 October 2013 at 06:37 PM
It's beautiful....just like I knew it would be.
Posted by: carol | 01 October 2013 at 08:19 PM
Harmonious...the colors, the shapes, the light...the apartment has been beautifully renovated and an old soul dwells here.
Posted by: Claire | 02 October 2013 at 08:03 AM
Lovely place! I'm so happy for your, Corey!
Posted by: Irina | 02 October 2013 at 01:23 PM
Heart throb happiness! I know exactly what you mean! Family is everything. Oh, and your Paris apartment is sublime! Bisous
Posted by: Yvonne | 02 October 2013 at 01:33 PM