Inside Timothy Corrigan’s Château du Grand-Lucé | Architectural Digest

Designer Timothy Corrigan discusses the vision behind the renovation of his French château
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Inside Timothy Corrigan’s Château du Grand-Lucé | Architectural Digest

[@tonycrony5981]

I'm so glad this guy decided to keep the old-fashioned style, it pays homage to French architecture and keeps the house the way it was supposed to be. Much respect

[@kam_iko]

Tony Crony he didn’t. it’s been on the market for over two years now ($11.4m).

[@kam_iko]

James Franko mea culpa.

[@MrZeusOlympie]

That's not the french old fashion style, as a french it's obvious to me that this is an american reinterpretation of french classic style and it bothers me to be honest ...

[@rudaguimaraes9]

S D how is it different?

[@archiej6386]

@@rudaguimaraes9 he s got a swimming pool!!?!

[@Bouchon211]

Sweet this gives me some ideas for my spare French chateau!

[@hodgeknobbler9848]

Literal Vampire Potbellied Goblin You still can't get a reservation though

[@khwezay]

Yes omg

[@Ema-nt3gp]

Literal Vampire Potbellied Goblin so how it turned out ? Lol

[@ansh0133]

(french laugh) oui oui oui houh houh houh

[@muchasgracias5527]

Wow daddy

[@stevebailey5591]

Obviously he has money but he really has taste too - it's eye popping but it is somewhere I'd love to live (which isn't always the case with these ultra high net worth type properties).

[@serolatei9262]

and its also not common among poor/middle class population to have good taste on things, i bet on average, rich people have a much better taste than poor people.

[@stevebailey5591]

@@serolatei9262 Taste is a purely subjective concept which evolves from education and wider life experiences as well as financial status. Of course, if your horizons are limited by financial struggle then aesthetic taste is a luxury - but God bless the low paid; 2020 has shown us just how much society needs their work.

[@muchasgracias5527]

@Fabienne Gef I couldn't agree more

[@stevebailey5591]

@Google User I completely agree with your comment about money but taste is subjective - there is no objective measure of taste because everyone sees the world through the filter of their own experience.

[@deborahburns8608]

My grandmother once said, "Some people have all their taste in their mouth"...money does not guarantee good taste.

[@msl5131]

Holy shit...I'm just trying to imagine the volume of cash he dumped into this project & then the cost involved living there. That's one successful interior designer!

[@strandgirl1000]

Das Er unglaublich was drauf hat, sieht man ja an jedem der Schlafzimmer und an der Tafel und an den tollen Wohnräumen.

[@DOPEdwarf]

you're an idiot

[@Garland67]

I know I was wondering the same thing.

[@ludastout2852]

Possibly, investors. And now it's running as a hotel

[@chs75]

He was a pretty big advertising executive and property developer before he was an interior designer. He is also descended from a few illustrious/aristocratic families.

[@BreaCMoore]

That dining room is a real life Wes Anderson dream

[@LisaIsabelle]

So happy this château ended in the hands of this man with impeccable taste. What he envisioned is absolutely stunning! The only downside is turning the pond into a pool... that was a mistake.

[@andrewbrendan1579]

I agree! The only downside is the pool. Maybe some stone and maybe a stone railing could be put around the pool to make it look more appropriate to the setting.

[@dorinc6033]

This is renovated into a pretty, American mansion, not a French chateau. To see the difference, we should look at the design principles for the two cultures and living habitats.

[@upsill]

I agree too and I'm French...

[@isabelpeterson2721]

Jesus is our lord and savior

[@lilMissF0F0]

Me too i would have put a fountain in that very same pond!

[@AGENTRENOVATION]

Wow this place is insane! Beautiful, and i love how he lights up when he talks about it. His love for the property really shines through.

[@astrumandroda9970]

if i was a rich celebrity, i would definitely restore an old chateau! it’s a dream and totally a total achievement for my obsession for anything victorian-era. and as a casual writer of stories, living in one would definitely inspire tons! loved this so much.

[@MiissAlexandraMakeup]

i want to stay there just to feel like marie antoinette

[@rik5430]

She was killed

[@Progaminer]

And eat cake...

[@lesamisdelacuisineprovenca9534]

Be a favorite not a wife !

[@davielawrence3773]

She was married to a stranger when she was only 14 years old and had to leave her whole family and anyone she knew behind

[@anettes96]

Me too 👌👌👌

[@MrsJoannaG]

This is old meets new done correctly.

[@Vaan1891]

I am not normally into fancy, but that butterfly room looked so elegant and fun at the same time. He's done a very tasteful design.

[@dan49781]

Would love to see something of this quality in person some day

[@christian66ca]

its for sale $$$

[@patriciadautry6721]

No soul in this château when true châtelains live in them you get thé Real sensation!!! They dévote their lives to thé upkeep and so do their children of cause they have thé knowledge and thé class required for this life..

[@khalfani414]

go to the Biltmore Estate in Asheville!!

[@gokberk9755]

It doesnt get any better than this

[@PokeObsession]

So True

[@kaisjdionisio]

I love his design philosophy: beauty and comfort 👍🏻

[@TheSunIsMyDestroyer]

you know its expensive when he only provides a slideshow

[@GetTheeBehindMe23]

This is absolutely the most beautiful home I have seen on AD. Seriously, breathtaking... what a sight to behold.

[@katiearthofer5998]

Loved his comments on making spaces actually comfortable and livable.

[@Michelle.Leslie]

What a beautiful property, I'm so glad that the designer restored it to its former glory.

[@utubelvrNYC]

Have watched this time and again. It’s the best restoration/redesign of a chateau on all of KZbin

[@elisarose6393]

Omg I live just half an hour from this chateau ! I've never seen over the massive walls !!!

[@jeanneomeara4512]

Thank you for restoring this gem

[@maureen14]

I love his colors & his styling is so comfortable. He's very talented.

[@MTMF.london]

He's done an excellent job renovating this chateau - still grand but very livable.

[@hola542]

2:48 - that bathroom is an absolute dream.

[@SAYZLEE]

How’s does someone accumulate that much wealth to own and live in a place like this?!?!

[@kathryncarter6143]

Ya, he makes it sound like it was just another whim. Like oh yeah, just let me pick out a new shirt for the weekend.

[@ellabrennan8536]

I looked it up the place is 11 mil

[@amakaa2393]

@@ellabrennan8536 now? Or at time of purchase pre-renovation?

[@bobduvar]

You can buy many many "châteaux" in France much cheaper than any villa on the Riviera or California.. But you have to restore every year each and every room in this "château"...

[@syllahk]

By scraping off the tax free profit excess of people who made their money by exploiting untold millions.

[@seviregis7441]

Absolutely stunning. Timothy is the perfect owner of that chateau and his design work there is magnificent.

[@melonlemonade2]

Why did i think this was timothee camalete 😔

[@thatpersoningenue6280]

Helen that’s exactly why I clicked 😂

[@sarahcampbell8895]

Same 😂

[@cas9936]

*chamlet

[@potato5051]

charlamagne*

[@cas9936]

Serena Peach *champagne

[@RaphaelMArias]

I have such respect for Timothy. He did such a wonderful job creating a magnificent liveable home. France is my favourite place to be, so this home is dreamy to me.

[@dianecolumbus477]

Timothy your sense of style, color, and comfort truly brought out the beauty of this chateau. Bravo for your vision ♥️🥂👏

[@gothgod10]

I aspire to own a home like this one day. 🤞🏻

[@fetti214]

Ser Ray marry a rich guy

[@shadowblack1987]

Need to be a billionaire lol

[@priceless1995]

do it

[@69putana]

Pod Messy

[@scarletwitch9918]

You don't need to be a billionaire. My friends bought a chateaux in France bigger than this for less than 1 million pounds (uk). What takes money is the electricity and refurbishment. But you can always do most of it yourself and then get in plumbers and electricians. It's ok to have dreams. Don't put people down for that

[@ScottVSpiroIII]

It's gorgeous and I'd love to be an occasional guest! Mr. Corrigan's a wizard of taste and eternal style. Fashions change, and derelict chateaux will rot. After wars and ruins, this place sings and sparkles.

[@hopeinparis]

What a gorgeous restoration, and yes, successful because it's beautiful AND comfortable. Mr. Corrigan also gives a very well-spoken presentation with a refreshing utter lack of up-talk. Thank you!

[@Naam_name]

I just love love loved the the place knowing about Timothy many years no one can beat his work as interior designer till date.

[@andgo1400]

Perfect chateau,perfect designer,what a pleasure.

[@jorgschwantje1239]

First time in ages I saw what a Designer did and I am totally impressed. Wonderful job. This man has a rare talent! 👏👍

[@davidcattin7006]

Stunning result, but can't imagine the effort to pull this off. Amazing.

[@persefonestella5071]

Some of the rooms are so beautiful! But I'm glad the pink paint peeled off. I hope the room looked better after they redecorated it.

[@acemachine26]

Loved everything about it except the pond that was turned into a heated swimming pool. I probably would have made that into a grand fountain. If you really want a swimming pool in a place as grand as this then an indoor swimming pool might be an option (not sure if its possible though since its a national landmark).

[@viceb7]

I agree, I thought it was pretty annoyingly American of him to disregard the French wishes and make it a swimming pool anyways

[@Unkn0wnGuy]

viceb7 - then the french should have bought the chateaux and made it the way they wanted it. The guy clearly poured millions into this project supplying jobs and renovating it with class. You guys are making a mountain out of a mole hill and it's annoying.

[@strandgirl1000]

Nein, gerade das es ein Schwimmbad hat macht es ja so besonders.

[@Sciencespipo]

hum there are laws in France you know that aim to prevent exactly that: some rich American buying a castle that's part of French history and transforming it completely. If you don't want to repect the law, then don't buy a castle in France. It's that simple. You are the one who's annoying

[@lolar6085]

If someone from any country buys a national landmark it is because the locals cann't afford to do it, so he should be allowed to do whatever he likes because he is saving that national landmark. Better than left it fall down in ruins. But I'm sure many locals would sure prefer the last.

[@ronaldkell9989]

Was here for a wonderful wedding and it truly is magnificent and comfortable. Grand to say the least. Loved it plus the staff was amazing also. What a wonderful place for a wedding.

[@DanyDants]

This is amazing!! I can’t stop to think about the Reno costs, I guess probably reached the price of the house. I’m so glad that he kept the same charm and flair from the past and didn’t transformed the chateau in a designer style which many others does.

[@Rooooo11]

Every inch of this chateau is exquisite !

[@hellenjones5129]

You’re living what most people could only dream of your home is beautiful it’s takes my breath away enjoy it every single day many blessings thank you for sharing it

[@issecret1]

That combination of green and purple from the bedroom always looks so nice.

[@sultrysinner89]

oh wow everything looks stunning...i would to see what he does with the rest of the rooms, kitchen, etc.he has such great taste...thanks for sharing

[@khanmaida]

So gorgeous!! I can't get over it!

[@MariaSokolArt]

He took a really good care of this beautiful house. Well done!

[@shon7425]

Every room is beautiful. Omg. I loveeee that style. Everytime someone would come to my house I would answer the door and say. Welcome to Downton

[@ms.sonshine8878]

Preserving such a beauty. It is a palace that is warm and cozy.

[@taylorfausett177]

He is truly amazing and gifted!

[@aeight8797]

The grounds alone are spectacular. Beautiful

[@thisisbs808]

stunning! beautifully done. although I have to agree about that swimming. seems extremely out of place, would have been better kept as a reflecting pond

[@saskiastolk2130]

Wow. Dream home!

[@myDecorDiary]

Love it all! So beautifully restored and authentic 😍

[@cristinadergarabedian4570]

Espectacular!!!! Belleza increíble! Gran y maravilloso trabajo!!

[@JoJo-Hamilton]

The Grounds are BEAUTIFUL...

[@bluewrenreilly129]

What a talent and passion.

[@katiecook11]

This is absolutely incredibly well designed!!!

[@mer174]

Magnifique

[@mrslavanderblu]

Wow. Very easy in the eyes. I often these homes have such gaudy interiors. Frightening. This was beautiful.

[@alydaragay4943]

This was the best thing i've ever seen YOUR HOME IS BEAUTIFUL

[@karlek67]

I would like to just see the colors feel the fabrics and just experience the design. Beautiful

[@davidjusu7237]

This is so beautiful . Inside and out

[@Daystar311]

This is stunning. And...putting my feet up...at this place? I couldn't!

[@annewhite9850]

Stunning

[@camilabarreto2739]

I just loved it! ❤️️ So gorgeous! I want one!!!

[@EmilyCedenoMlleNoko]

Fancy and super comfortable is the key!

[@idaslpdhr]

It's sooo lovely and sooo comfortable, that he up sold it and bought another one

[@veroniquebracdelaperriere3261]

Merveilleuse rénovation ! Merci de faire revivre avec tant de talent notre patrimoine.

[@Evan-kg8wg]

I love it. It looks amazing!!

[@jeannieelizabeth6585]

He has great taste. Wonderful restoration!

[@brittanyhart4988]

How could you NOT like this? A fabulous creative designer who does not want to build a townhouse or buy land and mass out a huge development of houses that all look the same !! He is so appreciative of old house and restoring homes that were let go. He is saving our economy by being able to afford and redo homes. Just like the teenagers now a days who do not appreciate antiques and then the antique market can be hurting now a days

[@johnvincenti5805]

Beautifully designed and restored Timothy Corrigan.

[@beautoxxbeautoxx]

Stunning!💖💞

[@WildWest144]

Having money is one thing, having style is quite another. Clearly Mr. Corrigan has them both. What an amazing job he's done restoring such a gorgeous national treasure.

[@nm6783]

He pays such attention to detail!

[@Boomer-cf2br]

I saw the *before* YT video and Tim did a remarkable job on this Place.

[@zlamelie]

Humongous yet homey. Beautiful work.

wow, this is stunning!

[@nashavi5738]

Beautiful, simply beautiful!

[@neo5kali]

Wowie! Gorgeous home.

[@agamlego822]

Respecting individual taste and requirements and providing the same, is something very unique for a building. It's a great choice and a very mature design, who won't be surprised by sensing his/ her own personal prospective of living, finding in a hotel.

[@lizloa8350]

I understand the French government wants to preserve it's architectural history however if one buys and lives in these relics it should feel like a home and not a museum. Unless the owner chooses to do so comprised of all things periord. I think a swimming pool can be done but made like a darker reflecting pond as one would find at a stately home with golden proportions. I absolutely have great respect for such traditional architecture however if I were to live in such a stately domicile I would want the house and it's grounds to be useable from it's original intent to the most modern without comprising its classical beauty. Current technology can allow us to have both. The interiors are the most beautiful I have ever seen in a French chateau and it's images always convince me of what my ideal country house should be; a perfect balance of old world grandeur, modern comfort and warmth. Timothy did a spectacular job.

[@TheMaiah13]

Love, love, love the design!

[@marthadelducca8718]

Omg Timothy you are my inspiration. This is beautiful 🏰

[@enriqueali]

I can't begin to imagine the running costs of a place like.that! The heating alone must be astronomical! 😮😮😮

[@cesarsaucedo5110]

Wow it’s like living in a museum

[@BRENDABERTHA]

Wow. Just found your site! Beautiful idea. Beautiful places. Bravo to you

[@dufocar566]

Congrats to him for a job super well done! Great taste and of course lot of$$$$. Love this château!

[@fredscott1199]

It’s all amazing! Thanks man!

[@aleenagnamacamara7953]

Beautiful. Can I stay in one of the rooms just for a weekend and feel how it was to live like a royalty then. 😍😍

[@Al-cd2bk]

Beautiful home and decorated .

[@shimrsparklshine]

There are a lot of beautiful homes where the inside doesn't match what you'd expect seeing it from the outside. This is dreamy, it looks out of a fairytale. The interior matches what you'd think just from looking on the outside. I'd die to live there, beautiful

[@justjacqueline2004]

Just amazing!

[@marysmyth8288]

Beautiful really Beautiful , thank you so much for the insights Mary Canada 🇨🇦

[@luvgjb4evr]

Beautiful! 🙌🏽💛✨

[@sharronvarney7944]

Your a Master of Excellence every room is breath taking it gives you instant joy. Your talent goes beyond its a Work of Art every room is a masterpiece like Monet the Colours you chose are perfect the history is preserved, the grandeur, the romance. The Gardens are exquiste it makes you cry it is so beautiful congratulations.

[@colettebatman6771]

When a room is not comfortable it’s not successful...your taste is impeccably brilliant...just gorgeous 😉

[@lynstoneham]

Beautifully decorated

[@sasi_chickETT]

This home is magnificent! Wish it was mine.

[@angeld5634]

I wonder why the paint rolled off the walls

[@TranslatorTuber]

He told you if you bothered to listen.

[@samaraisnt]

NO he didnt.

[@sashawayman1550]

modern day paint doesn't mesh well with 18th century walls. He said something along those lines.

[@cheryl4729]

The moisture content of the wood paneling means that latex/water based paints don't work. Have to use oil based products on wood.

[@nielsnielsen9013]

@@cheryl4729 Thank you american bro