RESCUING history: SAVING the Château & its past. Château restoration #21

[@jampuppy]

Never could have imagined seeing a roof as a work of art…until now.

Exactly! The roof is running from afar and when viewed up close. Thanks for your message.

[@BB-zg3mr]

The wallpapers are absolutely exquisite.

We agree! The team from Farrow & Ball has created something wonderful with the motifs uncovered at the chateau.

[@toddlarkin5620]

That new roofing looks so finished that at first I mistook it for a digital recreation undertaken for the sake of the video. Then the last overview provides a striking comparison between old and new. Really superb work.

Thanks for your message. The roofing team is doing a superb job.

[@lynnralph8373]

Beautiful wallpaper choice.

Thank you! The team at Farrow & Ball has created something elegant and beautiful with this paper.

[@N0N4M30]

I just wish you would have chosen a better color for the ones you put up it’s too bright red

[@N0N4M30]

7:18 why didn’t you take that exact color for the biblotheque it would have looked so much more in design with the rest of the chateau The red screams at you

[@dianam9848]

The original paper is so pretty.

It's beautiful. We're thrilled it caught the eye of the team from Farrow & Ball.

[@clarefoskett9959]

What a heavenly place 😊❤

Chateau de Purnon is beautiful. Watching her reawakening after decades of slumber is a privilege. Thanks for your message.

[@clarefoskett9959]

A very unique feeling, so much history there. Amazing.

[@JulieMcCarthy-k5r]

Purnon definitely found the right people to care for her

Thank you for your message!

[@helenlesley5456]

Often wondered whether such people are simply reincarnated past owners?

We feel that our French accents would be better if that were true!

[@normanseagull4027]

If you have money you can change anything.

[@MrCarGuy]

Hope they find another property to document after this one

[@Redbuzzcut]

OMG, how wonderful it must be to see Purnon's wallpapers being reproduced in front of your eyes; what an incredible achievement! Congratulations again and thank you for sharing the design details of the chateau for the rest of us to enjoy. Can't wait to see these rooms redone in their own historic papers. Love the content of your videos!

Thanks for your message. We're thrilled that these original motifs have been reawakened by the team at Farrow & Ball. We can't wait to share each room with you as the restoration continues.

[@MHCQ3]

Today’s episode was thrilling, the splendor of the facade returning to its former glory, awe inspiring. It’s clear this is a labor of love. The slate tiles, the tile tool and the craftsman marks in the plaster, plus the wallpaper! Merveilleux! Bravo!

Thanks for your wonderful message and for acknowledging the work of our artisans. We're thrilled you enjoyed the episode. One minor point of clarification - the craftsmen's marks (the tool tracings and signatures) are etched in stone on our chimney stacks not plaster.

[@torxsal7008]

Bravo pour cette incroyable et magnifique restauration

Merci beaucoup pour votre message!

[@nancyelliott162]

How deeply satisfying to see Purnon return to its glory!

Indeed! We're thrilled you're following our journey!

[@ellenreed6299]

Thrilled. Grateful too. Being able to watch your progress is inspiring. Thank you!

Thanks for your message!

[@vivalaleta]

What a gorgeous chateau is in the works. So glad you saved her.

Thanks for your message. We're thrilled you're following our journey.

[@janetanner1948]

Wonderful, cant wait to see the finished room! When are you going to do a final reveal of the bathroom (with the other purnon paper wall paper)? We are desperate to see it!

We're just completing the finishing touches. We can't wait to share it with everyone! Thanks for your message.

[@michaelw.8614]

Wow...the wallpaper is breathtaking!! The roof and facade work is amazing too. These artisans involved are simply fascinating!!

It would be impossible to save Chateau de Purnon without our amazing artisans! Thanks for acknowledging their work and skill.

[@kristinamariaarts]

This is by far one of the best Chateau Restorations to watch, Historic, superb historical artisan craftmanship and trades, historical wallpapers being re-manufactured, with superb interiors and plans, not to mention the lovely Felicity and Tim, great enthusiastic vloggers with passion and compassion for the history and future of this magnificent project. Thank you from UK x I look forward to every Sunday vlog.

Thank you for your wonderful message. We are thrilled that you are enjoying our journey. We wanted history and heritage preservation to sit at the heart of our project. Our videos seek to honour the traditional techniques, materials and craftsmanship that is the focus of our adventure. It brings us great joy that there are people around the world who share our passion!

[@kristinamariaarts]

Thank you, I love everything about your videos, and you are both such lovely hosts. They're is always something to learn on your videos. You make them so interesting. Thank you 🥰

[@yolandagofigure]

The beginning of this video I had tears in my eyes... Knowing that she's being brought back to her former glory. Amazing job. I like the pink wallpaper I find it a little bit more settle, but the choice is always yours . Keep up the amazing work. 🇨🇦♥️

Thanks for your message. We're thrilled you enjoyed the episode.

[@sharonridings7418]

I am fascinated by the exquisite design and craftsmanship

Well, we hope you are enjoying our channel! Design, craftsmanship, history and heritage restoration are at the heart of our journey to rescue Chateau de Purnon.

[@carolinetaiano7151]

Such a beautiful watch thank you. To learn at the same time is such a gift. Magnifique ❤

Thanks for your message. We're thrilled that you're enjoying each episode and finding them informative at the same time.

[@rhondayoakum3622]

Just beautiful what a work of art!! 😍I do hope you carry on the tradition of your current artisans leaving their Mark also... The same as the originals did so long ago😊🦋🌸

If you look back over the some of our recent videos there is footage of the roofers signing their names and dating their work on some of the flashing. Thank you for following our journey!

[@rhondayoakum3622]

Thank you😊 and thank you for sharing your videos and knowledge💙 Have a beautiful day 🦋🌼🌸🌺

[@lucindajennings148]

Love the wall paper..especially the one you chose..it got my vote!❤😊

Thanks for your message. Thrilled you love our choice. The Farrow & Ball has created something wonderful with the motifs uncovered at the chateau.

[@Amacott99]

That roof and chimneys is just spectacular ❤ what a beautiful piece of art.

Exactly. They crafted things of such exquisite beauty.

[@rebeccaparkin5220]

Great choice with the picture red wallpaper, it looks like it belongs there!❤

Thanks for your feedback - we're thrilled you love the Farrow & Ball wallpaper!

[@angelaprovencher7150]

My favorite was the green on black, then the light colored one , then the 1st one that you choose.

Thanks for your message. The design is exquisite. The Farrow & Ball team has created something wonderful with the motifs uncovered at the chateau.

[@leonardoaltamirano5580]

Me encanta!! Ver este tipo de obras es realmente interesante aún recuerdo cuando me construyeron mi pequeño duplex de estilo frances y el trabajo de los albañiles al realizar los reticulados y el modo en que remataron los pequeños detalles de sus balcones y su mansarda 😊 Slds desde Argentina!!!

Gracias por su mensaje. Estamos encantados de que su amor por la arquitectura francesa le haya traído a nuestro canal de KZbin. Le deseamos lo mejor.

[@jeronimocenteno1]

Valeu!

This is wonderful!! Thank you so much for your support!!

[@liliafernanda2408]

Parabéns pelo amor dedicação e trabalho Parabéns a todos!!!❤❤❤

[@richardstoc]

Purnon is potentially the most grand and beautiful chateau in France even more, if I dare say Than the Elysee i

Chateau de Purnon is a beautiful, tranquil and elegant place. It's hard to compare one chateau with another in terms of beauty. Each place has a different story to tell. Thanks for your message!

[@Ncogneeeedo]

My husband and I are wondering what the cost of that roof was just curious its so stunning!

The whole of the Stage 1 works (which covers the restoration of the stone facades, the slate roof, guttering etc, the restoration of the ten chimney stacks, the restoration of all of the chateau's window shutters and all of the windows on the second floor of the chateau plus the restoration of four busts and the restoration of the bridge the traverses the dry moat at the rear of the chateau) will cost approximately 2.8 million euros. Thank you for following our journey.

[@НаталияЖамалова]

Очень крупный рисунок не смотрится вообще

Каждый человек имеет право на свое мнение. Нам это нравится!

[@LoireValleyChateaux]

Watching true artisans perform their CRAFT never gets old! ❤️🙏

It would be impossible to save Chateau de Purnon without the skill and expertise of our amazing artisans.

[@Siansonea]

You should have the current group of artisans "sign" the roof the same way that the 18th Century artisans did. They are part of this chateau's history now.

Please watch some of our earlier episodes. You will see our roofers signing and dating some of their work. Thanks for your message!

[@airplanes42]

Just one persons point of view, but I really enjoy the segments on the technical parts of the restoration, like the roof. The structural elements like the roof and the exterior rehabilitation are fascinating. What is the plan for the windows and shutters? Would it be possible to do some more video segments inside the attic to see the structure in there? Well done, and thanks for posting, good luck in your continued efforts.

We're thrilled you're enjoying our journey. We wanted our restoration to place history and heritage preservation at its heart. It is important to us to honour the amazing skills of our artisans. Without them, saving Chateau de Purnon would be impossible. It brings us great joy that people from around the world are fascinated by our adventure. Thank you for your message.

[@juliannacandela7728]

Me too. I love seeing the nuts and bolts of how the work is done.

[@annenelson3637]

Love the technical parts.

[@ejt321]

Wow, when you compare the condition of the old roof to the new roof, the difference is shocking.

Each episode reminds us of how far we've come!

[@SallyLeake]

Students of architecture should be watching this master-class!

Thank you for your wonderful message. We are thrilled that people from across the world are sharing in our journey undertaking a restoration that honours history and heritage!

[@PieterBreda]

All true craftsmen make it look easy which it isn't. It's real Mastery of their trade.

It would be impossible to save Chateau de Purnon without the skill and dedication of our amazing artisans. Thanks for your message!

[@Django44]

"I'm going to cry." Felicity, I think there are more than a few of us equally in awe (as I awkwardly type through tears). My breath was taken away as each roll unfurled towards the floor; absolutely stunning. Your ability to embrace the many facets of the chateau's rich ambience and atmosphère is revealed in every episode.

[@CuriousCalligrapher]

Completely agree, stunning!!!😢 from the beauty!! ❤😊

Thank you for your beautiful messages. It's wonderful for our morale to see others who are inspired by our journey!

[@yolandagofigure]

Me too 🥲

[@kathyevans2968]

As always, this was so interesting! The wallpapers are absolutely beautiful, so happy that so many people can appreciate them for generations to come.

Thanks for your message. The team at Farrow & Ball has created something elegant and beautiful.

[@robertdelaria3512]

I❤this channel!!🎉🎉

We're thrilled you're enjoying our adventure!

[@airenesmiler6624]

The skillful touch with the render @3:10 is delightful. It's artistry not building work.

Our stone masons are amazing. We're thrilled you enjoyed this episode.

[@airenesmiler6624]

Thank you for bringing all of the intricacies to us, such a task you have taken on.

[@archiviste600]

Bravo pour votre investissement !

Merci pour votre message!

[@berenicefarrell4970]

The papers are all stunning and I love how emotional and passionate you are about them and everything to do with Purnon!

Thank you for your message. We feel very connected to this special place. We hope it comes across as we tell her story and share her secrets!

[@sallyward5937]

The finished part of the roof is stunning.

Thank you! Our roofing team has done a remarkable job.

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

The amount of talent and skill these artisans possess is phenomenal. Love the wallpaper. Looking forward to seeing it installed 😍😘

Indeed! Saving Chateau de Purnon would be impossible without the skill and dedication of our incredible artisans.

[@butchhubbard6124]

I said it before, and I'll say it again that roof is simply beautiful 😮😮😮😮 WOW

Thank you for your message. It's a work of art.

[@Jen-eo1fh]

My favourite channel. Love the architecture and history.

We're thrilled you're enjoying each episode. Thank you for your message!

[@tonyharpur8383]

Join the club! MY postgraduate degree was in the History of Art and Architecture. 😀

[@portaltwo]

Seeing Truffle first thing in the video always puts me in the right mood to watch another installment of this fantastic transformation.

She's a wonderful part of our family!

[@ThomasRaffs]

Always interesting and fascinating.

We're thrilled that you're enjoying our journey!

[@guyprot-zq1dz]

Magnifique comme d'habitude 😊😊😊

Merci pour votre message!

[@alanseviour7346]

Fantastic, what progress

Thanks for following our journey. The progress is good for our morale!

[@barbaraholt7957]

The artistic skill of the roofers and stonemasons is just awe inspiring! It’s so exciting to see that the traditional tools and methods are being used by the craftsmen today and not being lost to time and technology. It’s so beautiful!

[@kmanyrivers]

I find it incredible that they lay those tiles straight onto the wood battens...no modern moisture barriers or anything.

Please watch the video again - we point out the waterproof membrane and the insulation at the start of the segment.

[@kellyhawes9293]

Oh, the wallpaper in black is SO stunning. I hope you can find another room ( maybe a bathroom?) that you could use it as it is crying out to be in Pernon! 😊❤

Thank you for your message. Yes, we love it too. It makes a very stylish and elegant statement.

[@SonyajnbvijjkhjnvModugno]

I loved it too. I went to see about purchasing it, but I couldn't figure out the pricing or how much one roll would cover? All it said was 205,00 in euros?

We would encourage you to click on the link below. It will take you straight to Farrow & Ball's website outlining The Purnon Papers. FYI the rolls are 53cm wide by 10 metres in length. www.farrow-ball.com/collection/the-purnon-papers

[@N0N4M30]

I wish she would have used the black one or the grey one

[@johngraham8794]

The wallpaper is just so perfect. Well done Farrow and Ball. Their co-ordinating paint is just fabulous. As for the roof .. breathtaking. The artisans involved in this chateau are in a world class of their own..

Thank you for your message. Farrow & Ball's team has created something wonderful with the motifs uncovered at the chateau. And we appreciate you acknowledging the extraordinary skills of our artisans. Without them, saving Chateau de Purnon would be impossible.

[@trajanparker]

love the wallpapers!! So nice.

The team at Farrow & Ball has created something special with the motifs uncovered at the chateau. Thanks for your message!

[@kirstiemarshall7764]

Dibs, before you had even said 'I am going to cry, just look at this beautiful wallpaper' I was crying. My eyes started welling up as each colour drops were revealed in slow motion from the scaffolding, and I gasped with the beauty and finesse of the final production. What a magnificent collaboration with Farrow & Ball.....250 years in the making! 💝 Once again, simply spectacular. 👏👏👏

Can't wait for you to see it in person! Thanks Dibs xx

[@nativetexson]

Congrats on the paper peint. Even though the dark background won't be used in that particular room, it is my favorite.

We love it too. it makes a stunning and elegant statement. Thanks for following our adventure!

[@garyi.1360]

Looking good. However, I must have missed the insulation step. What type of insulation has gone in? Does it have a great R value?

[@dimaffo]

Wow the talent of the masons 💙 I’m in awe

They are wonderful. Saving Chateau de Purnon would be impossible without them. Thanks for following!

[@annfinnegan2791]

Stone masons brilliant work 👏

They are fabulous. Saving Chateau de Purnon would be impossible without them.

[@ktjomeyers]

So much work and dedication! ❤

Many talented and creative people... thank you!

[@annahulten8518]

The papers are amazing! But just one question- aren’t they larger in scale than the original paper? I mean the actual patterns looks slightly bigger than the original pattern. Very lovely to save the paper for future generations ❤❤❤

Yes, they are larger. The idea was not to simply copy the original papers and produce exact replicas. Instead, the original papers acted as inspiration for the contemporary designs. The modern papers are designed to be suitable for a wide range of houses, apartments etc, so the creative team at Farrow & Ball adjusted the motif sizes and colours as required. Thanks for your message.

[@christinemay2411]

You have the most beautiful chateau to love and care for so that it can be admired for many more centuries. How lucky that you stumbled across her! Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us throughout the world. 🇦🇺

Thanks for your message. We're thrilled that you're enjoying our adventure!

[@randyfloyd560]

Adore the choice of paper. What a splendid room that's going to make. Looking forward to seeing your choice of furniture and fabrics. Always a pleasure to follow your adventures. Continued success in all you do!

Thank you for your message. We're thrilled that you're enjoying following our journey!

[@MissPrissy6688]

Thanks again for the video. My Sunday morning routine. Propping up my bed pillows, watching on my iPad, while sipping me coffee and nibbling a breakfast cookie..... Pure bliss. ❤

[@suzannechance5876]

Cat alongside?😊

We're thrilled that our adventure is such an integral part of your Sunday morning! Thanks for your message.

[@donnadodman8865]

I just am just gobsmacked at all the craftsmanship of all these artisans! Such a fascinating journey. I can understand the joy it must bring you both along the way and with each project that you embark on. The wall papers are just beautiful! ❤

Thanks for your message. We agree about the wallpapers - the team from Farrow & Ball has created something wonderful with the motifs uncovered at the chateau.

[@judihopewell2499]

Fun. I will follow ….looks amazing now …..🇨🇦👍🏻🌹

Welcome - we hope you enjoy following our adventure!

[@hubertphilippe7719]

Très belle vidéo pour un formidable travail, et comme toujours un résultat exceptionnel. Quel plaisir et quel bonheur de vous voir tous aussi impliqués et aussi respectueux de l'histoire. Bravo à vous deux et à tous ces extraordinaires artisans qui vous accompagnent. Merci, merci à vous tous. Chaque vidéo est un voyage dans le temps et dans le raffinement.

Merci pour votre message. Le respect de l'histoire et du patrimoine est au cœur de notre projet de sauvegarde du Château de Purnon. Nous sommes ravis que des personnes du monde entier partagent notre passion pour une restauration qui honore les techniques traditionnelles, les matériaux et le savoir-faire des artisans qui ont construit le château de Purnon à la fin du XVIIIe siècle.

[@albertpeckham8708]

The wallpapers are nothing short of awesome! I love each colorway.

We love them too! The team from Farrow & Ball has created something special with the motifs uncovered at the chateau.

[@christiandouriaud5630]

Very interesting to see the evolution and techniques used for this magnificent restoration of Purnon. Thank you to this wonderful team of fellow artisans and to you for these wonderful videos, a real pleasure. This castle is an architectural gem..! from Burgundy.👍

Thank you for your message. We want to tell a story of a chateau restoration that honours heritage and history. And we want our artisans to feature prominently. Without their skills and expertise saving Chateau de Purnon would be impossible.

[@kathille6622]

Very informative the lesson on how the slate is cut and assembled; I didn’t realize it was all done by hand with that wonderful tool. Thank you!

Thanks for your message. We're thrilled you found it so informative.

[@simonanomino3159]

Che bravo l'artigiano con la barba. È un vero professionista. Complimenti a Lui

Grazie per il vostro messaggio!

[@jennichristie5264]

That one was my fav wallpaper for the room too. On screen it just said pick me. Great choice!

We're thrilled you love it too! The team from Farrow & Ball has created something wonderful with the motifs uncovered at the chateau.

[@N0N4M30]

The color isn’t the best for that room the salmon one or the grey one would have been way better! The red screams at you and not in a good way

[@almawebber]

those wall paper colors are spectacular!!! and the color you chose was my most favorite!!!

Thrilled you love our choice. The Farrow & Ball team has created something wonderful with the motifs uncovered at the chateau. Thanks for your message.

[@katehobbs2008]

I like the darker orange/red paper.Picture gallery red.

Thanks Kate. That's the colour we have chosen.

[@claireburkus8497]

That was my first choice too!! Stunning paper!!

Thanks for your message. The team from Farrow & Ball has created something amazing with the motifs uncovered at the chateau.

[@zeenatbaer138]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@WeaselTM]

Definitively the right color for the room 👍👍 They are all gorgeous but that is the best.

Thanks for your message and perspectives!

[@juliederry3719]

Wow this beautiful old lady is slowly waking up from her slumber, and the wallpaper oh my it’s absolutely stunning, love it, tfs this wonderful journey x Julie 🇬🇧

We're thrilled you're enjoying our adventure Reawakening Chateau de Purnon! Thanks for your wonderful message.

[@zeddez1005]

MORE impressive than the current greatest thinker.

[@carmentorres6220]

So awesome just to see how beautiful its becoming the chateau BEAUTIFUL

It's a slow and patient journey but the results are stunning. Thank you for your message!

[@gingermonette7455]

I would love an episode on how France decides which properties are 'listed' and to what level. Often it seems the highest listed properties sit and rot because it is so expensive to restore in that manner and forces owners into styles they may not like.

[@laurentdavid2147]

Listed properties get state and regional subsidies as well as tax exemptions for the money spent by owners. Generally speaking properties get listed only if and when the owner ask for that, so there are no big issues. It is not always true because in some case the government makes "classement d'office" which means that it lists some properties without owner's consent, but it is rare. There are 2 levels of listing : "classement" and "inscription", "classement" being the highest level. Most owners like "classement", because it allows a good level of subsidies/tax-exemption. "Inscription" is more of an issue, because constrains are nearly the same and subsidies or tax-exemptions are much lower. Also, "classement" or "inscription" can make problems for neighbors, because all external works on buildings that can be seen while seeing a "classé" or "inscrit" building will need special approvals.

[@gingermonette7455]

@@laurentdavid2147 Thank you! That was very helpful. I thought the gov't often made "classement d'office". Maybe it's the UK, I'm thinking about.

[@flojolivet512]

Also, most listed properties are privately owned. The responsibility of maintenance is on the private owners who can apply for help from various government agencies. The reason why some historical buildings are abandoned it’s because of fighting between heirs, or unknown heirs or any other kind of problem connected with ownership of the property.

[@laurentdavid2147]

@@flojolivet512 Also, you can see listed buildings belonging to people that don't maintain them and don't sell them either, while other people are interested in buying and repairing them, because the owners expect unrealistic prices. Generally they get reasonable just before those buildings crumble, but sometimes it is too late. French administration has some power to prevent inappropriate works on listed buildings, but very little power to enforce owners to do maintenance works if they don't feel it that way...

Thanks everyone for your comments. This thread contains some interesting observations about how heritage classification works in France and why some properties fall into disrepair. Thank you everyone for following our journey to save Chateau de Purnon.

[@paulagregory4718]

Amazing to watch such skilled laborers. Great job from North Carolina in the U.S.A

Thanks for your message. Saving Chateau de Purnon would be impossible without the amazing skills of our artisans.

[@KAWeems]

love this channel 💌

We're thrilled you're following our adventure!

[@mael_mlbs]

I must admit I was a bit surprised at first by your choice regarding the green and red wall paper, but as soon as I looked at it more closely, it quickly came to my mind that it would really make this room feel special, really much stunning and different from the other rooms ; a feeling that suits perfectly the room as it is the only room that is configured like this in the plans, in front of the Grand Escalier, in contrast with all the bedrooms in each wings ! Your architect has truly an awe-inspiring knowledge and capacity to recreate those XVIIIth century decors. I can’t wait to see where you will hang the other wall papers from the collection « the Purnon’s papers » !

Thanks for your message. You're quite correct regarding the significance of the location of this room. Each room will obviously have its own look and feel, but this room, sitting in the central location at the top of the staircase has a special role to play. Thank you also for acknowledging the expertise and insight of our extraordinary architect. His knowledge of the 18th century aesthetic is quite profound and while we are not creating a museum we nevertheless walk humbly in the footsteps of the people who came before us. We want to honour the creative spirit that built and styled Purnon at the end of the 18th century.

[@mael_mlbs]

Thank you the most sincerely for answering ; your devotion to the chateau is no longer to be proved, but you are also caring regarding your subscribers as your are answering nearly every comments ! I’m so grateful for everything you’ve done so far ! Best wishes !

[@jeanhawken4482]

Very spiffy looking good.

Thank you!

[@70fella]

Stunning! I hope F&B do bespoke colours for other people? The red isn’t available on their website. Love watching what you’re achieving! Well done!

Thanks for your message. Yes, they will for an order of sufficient size. Please contact them to discuss your requirements. The papers are stunning.

[@70fella]

Thank you that’s wonderful. Such beautiful paper.

You're welcome. We're sure you will love the papers as much as we do!

[@donnabrennan-i8g]

stunning wallpaper. stunning chateau.

Thanks for your message. The team from Farrow & Ball has created something wonderful with the motifs uncovered at the chateau.

[@pamelapeel4893]

My favourite wallpaper is one you chose ..room finished be Stunning ..❤

Thrilled you love it! Thanks for your message.

[@pedroluisbrito8704]

Extraordinario trabajo para devolverla su máxima belleza y majestuosidad al grandioso castillo de Purnon.

Gracias por su mensaje. Estamos encantados de que disfrute con nuestros vídeos.

[@blinkingmanchannel]

☕️ I love the fact that the architect or builders of the chateau façade were as pragmatic as they were talented. A veneer texture is something we'd do now. So, so very cool to humanize these ghosts. I think that's what I'm feeling when I see your videos... the people are long gone, yet they are somehow present, too. I feel them. ❤ When you show the maker marks of the previous roofing crew, from 1884, I wonder if you can still talk to the people who owned the place in 1984. If they are still living... I think I learned, sometime, that these roofs last about five generations in England. So they must have been unable to afford the roof in 1984. I'll bet that's a story too. So much life was lived there!

[@Ragnar8504]

Looks like there was some substantial work carried out in 1938-1939 too (looks like août 1939 to me, i.e. August, can't decipher the month before 1938).

Yes, that's right. The last week of August 1939. The week before the outbreak of the Second World War.

Yes, we are still in close contact with the de Rochequairie family who owned the chateau from 1893-2020. There were several phases of work on different sections of the roof over the generations.

[@northerngirl4666]

BTW: I immediately chose the paper on the left after the dramatic unfurling. It will be exquisite. So looking forward to how you choose furniture and other elements.

We're thrilled you love it too. The team from Farrow & Ball has created something wonderful with the motifs uncovered at the chateau.

[@lornasimmons5499]

Love the wallpaper 😍 The way you both present this vlog is fantastic, its like watching a proper history programme! It's so professionally filmed and presented. The progress is amazing. But I also love that some of it can't be restored and the magical essence of it remains xx

Thanks for your message. We are thrilled that you love our Channel. We wanted to create something that respected the beauty and history of Chateau de Purnon. We hope that other people who admire heritage preservation and seek a restoration based on traditional techniques, materials and honouring the history of this special place enjoy our adventure also!

[@Mindsi]

Looks like a lyre on the wallpaper, maybe some hidden French cultural meaning, heron eel etc🎉🎉🎉🎉

Yes, a lyre. Quite right.

[@marie9244]

Hi Flick and Tim do you have any historic plans or pictures of what the garden use to look like? Was it a typical French formal garden with statues and fountains. Gorgeous wall paper, what a hard choice to make.

Chateau de Purnon was originally designed with a huge French garden surrounding her. The plans were never executed. The outbreak of the French Revolution and changing styles (moving away from formal and symmetrical gardens and parks) instead saw an English park laid out. We still have the original plans here at the chateau. At the right time we will share these plans with everyone and discuss our vision for the park and gardens here. Thanks for following our journey.

[@texaspatty458]

Every time I am fortunate enough to see Purnon , the only words I have are " Purnon is absolutely beautiful " . This is my most favorite chateau of all . The entire structure is just so grand , I can see why you guys love it so . Great work and so rewarding. Thanks for sharing it with the world .❤

Thanks for your wonderful message. We're thrilled that our journey is bringing you such happiness!

[@kevinjewell233]

That black with arsenic is so striking, it needs a huge rom and it is timeless...remember, not one single family in France had the means to decorate their whole home in the style that pervaded the country....they would have had an eclectic collection of furniture date back 400 and sometimes 500-600 years old right up to the most modern, as the tip families also had to have their Hotel de Particulier (palace)in Paris as well dress in the latest fashions at court if they wanted the handouts from the king through being present and in his ear.....so nobody had the means to also furnish their homes in all the latest furniture..maybe a salon or a master bedroom in the latest designs.....

Thanks for your message. Your point about the diverse range of decorative styles that would have sat side by side in most french chateaux is well made. We have conserved many pieces of furniture and decorative elements that don't date from the exact time of the chateau's construction for this purpose. We're thrilled that you're following our journey.

[@Skattie]

I love watching you guys, especially your respect for all things in the detail, its beautiful , also i would love to know the breed of your woofer

Mademoiselle Truffe is half Lagotto Romagnolo (an Italian water dog often bred for truffle searching) and half Australian shepherd.

[@CynthiaBerry713]

Stunning wallpaper indeed! I really love how you call this a "reawakening" rather than a restoration. It makes you feel her beauty come alive, rather than just watching it.

[@retiredAA86er]

I actually picked out the right color before you announced it. It is stunning. It almost looks three dimensional! Can’t wait to see the final reveal

Thanks for your message. We're thrilled you're enjoying our journey!

[@jonimarchese7655]

Bonjour Felicity and Tim, I love your stone mason's the facade is looking picture prefect, they truly are masters at their craft, definitely second to none. The roofers as well, the painstaking task at getting each tile to fit correctly, definitely an art to cutting, placing the holes in the correct spots and laying them, with an ancient tool of the trade. You wallpaper is beautiful, I love the four-color pallets you have chosen, I can't wait to see it on the walls. What a busy week, well done everyone. Love from N.Y.

Thank you for your message. We're thrilled that you enjoy watching our incredible artisans at work. The team at Farrow & Ball has created something wonderful with the motifs uncovered on the wall papers at the chateau.

[@TheFiown]

Restoring a chateau of this scale is likened to planting a tree under which others will sit and enjoy the fruit and shade.

A wonderfully expressed sentiment. Thank you!

[@laurielaurie8280]

Loving every moment! ❤

Thrilled you're enjoying the journey!