Thank you Rene. Thank you for your amazing generous talent. Thank you for your incredible energy, spirit and that constant smile.
Thank you.
I know the project is not over, but I cannot wait until the end to tell you thank you, so I am going to say it now, Thank you!
The first coat of paint.
Somewhere along the line I am going to have to pick a color...
And lights,
and a direction of interior design.
But for now, it is such a pleasure to just see it as it is:
A miracle in the making.
The amount of work that has been done is such a pleasure to watch unfold. To see the skill Rene has. I am utterly impressed.
To imagine something and have someone be able to take it to reality and beyond, is impressive.
The stairs will go here.
What a difference a day makes.
It is amazing how a coat of paint can make all the difference. It is so much fun to watch this unfolding.
Posted by: Bev S. | 04 May 2016 at 11:40 PM
Beautiful scenery. Heaven!
Posted by: Jen | 05 May 2016 at 12:39 AM
Has he installed the new windows?
White primer has certainly made it look light/airy.
Posted by: s/e | 05 May 2016 at 12:46 AM
It is becoming something of amazingness! I know not a word, but it is. Just beautiful!
Posted by: Marilyn | 05 May 2016 at 01:18 AM
Every time I see your photos of your new home and the view of Cassis, all I can do is sigh. So beautiful and the Mediterranean blue of the water and the colorful fishing boats.....
Posted by: Kipper | 05 May 2016 at 01:28 AM
I am so happy for you all. Truly you deserve it but we do not always get what we deserve it so does my heart good to see you and Yann so happy. Blessings.
Posted by: nancy w. | 05 May 2016 at 01:38 AM
Just beautiful. I visited a bookstore in Barrington, R.I. USA and read the article about you and pied a terre Paris in Victoria Magazine. What a treat. You're famous!
Posted by: Jacklynn Lantry | 05 May 2016 at 02:38 AM
It looks fantastic. I think the color that's already there (the white) looks about as good as it will get for color. It makes it open, airy, light as a feather, and will accommodate any style of furniture.
Posted by: Diogenes | 05 May 2016 at 04:45 AM
I'm not all about white, but I love it in your fisherman's cottage; so fresh and perfect for the seaside! Rene's craftsmanship is amazing; how fortunate you are to have him.
Posted by: Jan | 05 May 2016 at 06:21 AM
Totally agree about them making the place open, airy and light, in spite of what boded to be the exact opposite.
Posted by: Kathie | 05 May 2016 at 07:38 AM
thanks again for sharing the progress.. i am simply blown away to see your vision come to life with the exceptional talents of renee.
you can move mountains and make treasures.. your dreams become reality.. your strength and love comes through your words...
you are a constant inspiration to me..
bravo corey amaro..
i am bless to count you among my friends..
lana cano kloch
Posted by: Lana Kloch | 05 May 2016 at 07:39 AM
Dearest Corey,
Once again I am in awe of what you accomplish and how grace works with you. In this case your Rene. I view the "Days Progress" and all I can think of is the minimalist look at the moment and of Matisse's Chapel at Vence. I have not been there but hope to before my life is over. I have walked in front of your port "Chapel" five years ago without knowing it at the time. I will in the future think of this apartment as Corey's
blessed Chapel in Cassis. Your Rene and family are the grace which delivers it to you.
Thank you, so very much for my daily Provencal visit.
Jacque Lynn
Posted by: Jacque Lynn | 05 May 2016 at 08:11 AM
I cannot believe how much has been achieved in a relatively short time, your team are amazing! That first coat of paint marks the start of the very last stage, you are so nearly there!
Posted by: Our French Oasis | 05 May 2016 at 08:31 AM
What a difference indeed! So exciting.
Posted by: Teddee Grace | 05 May 2016 at 01:46 PM
Love love LOVE the all white!!! Expansive..heavenly..feather light.
Posted by: Nikki | 05 May 2016 at 03:01 PM
Oh...... The amount of light bouncing around in there now is amazing! Beautiful!
Posted by: Dori | 05 May 2016 at 04:04 PM
What a most beautiful space is unfolding - with ideas translated by such skilled craftsmen - wow! Beautiful, wonderful, oh so alive and bright this space is becoming. What a treat to come along for the journey with you.
Posted by: Kristin | 05 May 2016 at 04:57 PM
Suddenly it looks huge !
Can't wait to see those stairs.
Posted by: Janet Eiffel | 05 May 2016 at 06:58 PM
Such a beautiful view, Corey. My brown eyes are turning green!
You are lucky to have such talented artisans transforming your new retreat.
Posted by: Julie | 05 May 2016 at 10:17 PM
It's so light, airy, lovely!
Posted by: Rebecca from the pacific northwest | 05 May 2016 at 11:17 PM
And those photos of the water and all: oh my.
Today I have on my flouncy black and white skirt, black top, black leggings, black sandals. I told David "these clothes make me want to go to France!"
Posted by: Rebecca from the pacific northwest | 05 May 2016 at 11:18 PM
Stunning.
Posted by: Iowa Julie | 06 May 2016 at 12:58 AM
Oh, my word! It's beautiful! What a difference a simple coat of paint can make. You are so blessed.
Posted by: Jan | 06 May 2016 at 02:48 AM
What a difference the white made! It's so light & airy. The white adds dimension, visually, that makes the space look twice as big. What fun to watch your work unfold. Renee is truly amazing! As are you!
Posted by: Patti | 09 May 2016 at 08:33 PM