SPRING VLOG | DECORATING THE LIVING ROOM, SETTING THE TABLE FOR EASTER, AND MY TRIP TO ITALY

[@pageremick5504]

As an Interior Designer, I have been biting my tongue to not comment on your furniture placement, BUT then you brought it up at the end! So, here is my solution for what you expressed your concern about. YES, remove the round skirted table entirely, along with it's large lamp. Keep your window round table and secretary where they are. Leave your sofa where it is. Now, move your desk from under the two large pictures and turn it so when seated at your desk, your back is on the fireplace wall. Then, take your long bench, which is now in front of the fireplace, and place it on the wall under the two big pictures. What this does is break up the lines that all parallel the fireplace: your desk and the sofa/coffee table (and it you have a console behind your sofa). The bench going the other way will stop blocking your fireplace and will help counter all those parallel lines. Take two of the chairs at your round dining table in the window and flank your fireplace with them. You will probably have to move your sofa more towards the fireplace and the chairs so it is more conversational.... but a larger coffee table would eventually solve that problem. You have very little to move, so give it a try.... and if you do live with it a while and like it, then consider dropping the height of the two big pictures so that they relate to the bench below a little more. Oh.... and get a skinny lamp for your desk so that corner is lit. Small changes like this will make your living room look less cluttered and, in my mind, a lot chicer.

[@LB-ku6ry]

Wow. That was generous of you. I hope Nicolas sees your message.

[@wendypeat3731]

Love the colour you chose. A large gilded mirror sitting on the fireplace mantle would look amazing! You are welcome Nicolas!

[@louisechainey2940]

I need you in my home Page! 😊

[@donnapecoraro3126]

the paint color is beautiful. so sorry for your favorite florist closing, but amazing flowers from the supermarket! no you do not need a flower arranging course, as someone commented, former florist here, your arrangements and wreaths are beautiful and natural. don’t agree with the interior designer’s idea for furniture arrangement. i just don’t like the little desk sticking out into the room, it looks like you’re the concierge waiting to check someone in. i adored your large painting over the mantle and miss it, those two botanicals are too fussy. store the desk, and put the bench on the wall under the large pictures. use the secretary for your desk as you used to. i know you wanted to hide the fireplace shiny brass surround but blocking it looks awkward. perhaps shopping for an antique decorative screen. i think you probably need that lamp’s light in the corner in the evenings, but maybe instead of a chair, get a more modern floor lamp and remove the skirted table and lamp. just suggestions! i feel you’re not exactly sure of your style just yet.

[@sheilaenglish9738]

All excellent pieces of advice. I hope Nicolas considers them.

[@BC-ru8zd]

Nicolas, You very brilliant👍😊❤❤❤❤❤

[@BC-ru8zd]

Very beautiful colour 💒

[@megreads9]

I never seen a man passionate with his house and decoration like you before Nicolas. Such a man you are, real gentlemen from this chaotic world.

[@helen01forrest65]

The room looks very elegant and bright the colour is beautiful ❤❤❤

[@premapoojitanananda7947]

Always a pleasure. Love the green and the enthusiasm you put into your creative style 🌸🌟

[@christinefiggins4463]

Your tip for using painter's tape when hanging pictures is ingenious! Thank you!

[@marshat.ordureau3121]

BONJOUR NICOLAS🎉FROM SUD FRANCE,,, BEAUTIFUL COLOR , YOUR TASTE IS ALWAYS FANASTIC😊ENJOY YOUR NEW BRIGHT ROOM!! BRAVO🎉😊

[@Ferrysrynne]

The beauty of Spring Decorating...💖

[@zulmaortiz1353]

Nicolas, I am not sure how I found your channel. It is so relaxing to watch your videos. You have motivated me to go shopping and setup my table. My plates are squared and I was able to find some Rattan squared chargers. I have been doing some serious shopping in the past few days, thanks to you. 😅 But it has made me happy and motivated. It’s a good feeling. Thanks for the amazing videos. Truly appreciate it. ❤

[@soniataft]

That terracotta arrangement looks absolutely beautiful! I never would have thought to use that kind of pot but you’ve inspired me to try!

[@thatgirlmadge]

Nicolas, I LOVE everything you do!! As a pro Artist, you do what feels right to you! This is indeed your beautiful home. You have lovely beautiful taste.❤

[@NicolasFairford]

Thank you so much x

[@sacha3910]

What a lovely video. You are very inspiring, precisely because you aren’t strictly a pro. You are constantly refining, learning and improving. THAT is the magic, we can all start from any where (in my case a very low bar!)and improve things a little. Shooting for perfection from the get go is terrifying and impossible to relate to. Thank you for sharing so much with us. You are utterly charming!

[@NicolasFairford]

Thank you so much for recognising that I am an amateur! Much love x

[@lynnrose7562]

The flowers on the table are lovely. Edited to say: I always get such good ideas from your videos.

[@annatexana6738]

It's spring in Texas & just took a break & watched this new video. I'm even more inspired now after watching you to declutter & add a fresh coat of paint to a wall. {{hugs from Texas}} Anna

[@SBooher1]

Love the new wall color. I wouldn't want anything in my house that says mouse, eek! Page has some good ideas. I do agree to get rid of the green round table in the corner. It isn't being used and just takes up space and looks a bit old fashioned for you. Everything is shaping up beautifully! Have fun and happy spring!

[@amypowers9996]

Love the new living room color. What a difference!! Completely brightens up the room🙂

[@erosfranherlev3066]

I love the new shade of the walls! Although I'm a huge fan of your old decor style with more things in the room, I love seeing your decor and style evolve as time goes by. I look forward to your videos every week. I think your floral arrangements are lovely. They're imperfect, and that's what makes them so lovely.

[@forestfields]

The colour looks GREAT! The mouse's back was very smart, but perhaps too moody for the short winter days of Scotland.

[@davidcoria9264]

Very beautiful wall of bright room! You are a talent etiquette table with luxurious plants and fine plates and glasses! You are a great gentleman to be designed home styles. ❤

[@carolynfettes1785]

Nicolas, the paint you have used is really lovely and the flowers come into their own with the backdrop of the wall. I do like the idea of you having an armchair where the circular table now stands. This week to help the change of season, i moved much of my furniture around and found I was much more comfortable. You give us so much inspiration. Thanks from Australia.

[@50hellkat2]

Nicholas a more economical way re paint is to purchase a can of more inexpensive base paint and do your first coat in that and paint store will tint it the same colour as the more expensive paint you purchased to implement your colour change. Either way it looks fantastic.❤

[@johnstrachan2726]

Looking classic and stylish, I would paint the mantel piece/fire surround either a gloss black, or a very dark grey, the contrast with the walls would look amazing. Have a think about it. Thank you.

[@petalparker5]

Yes, that would look great 👍. I love the way Nicolas doesn’t mind us all giving our two cents worth 😊

[@gabriellad1725]

I love the new colour on the walls Nicolas and your table setting was beautiful especially the cute bunny napkin design - simple and chic!

[@NicolasFairford]

I'm glad you liked it!

[@mylittlecoco345]

I like the new colour paint and especially the cut flowers in the terra cotta pot. what a lovely idea

[@NicolasFairford]

Thank you so much x

[@johnthompson932]

OMG I spend all my time rearranging the artwork - love the new prints!

[@Shrinksjp]

Great idea! You took my suggestion! You need something cheerful and light! You can also do an accent wall with a brighter color. That new color looks much better and not depressing.

[@Shrinksjp]

@@maryoleary2037 Not so when highlighting neutral walls. Wallpaper is back and a painted accent wall adds interest and complexity in the right way. I would not suggest wallpaper in this case, however. The accent wall is best with a related color or darker shade. For example, if the walls are a light blue, the accent wall can be a darker shade of blue. The lighting does wonders with this type of scheme. Nothing is really passe if used correctly.

[@MsPinkFrosted]

Nicholas I love the beautiful job you did painting your livingroom. I hope you enjoyed your Italian holiday. Thank you for all your inspiration, you truly are so generous with your sharing. Beautiful floral decor, they are so dainty and sweet, while maintaining endless grace. With kindness and appreciation, Jessica.

[@MsPinkFrosted]

Oh my goodness, the tip on how to hang items is a game changer, thank you!

[@christineryman579]

As per usual, another beautiful video. Thankyou and belated blessings over the easter period. I do like the new colour after all, I thought I might not! I think both the round table and the lamp should go from that corner. What a out putting a big plant there. I LOVED your flower arrangement, loose and oh-so-delightful, you are so gifted with flower arranging. The table setting was also perfect. Those 3 new pics will look great when framed above the bookcase. I'm glad to hear you're putting a mirror above the fireplace. As you say, less is more. You see everything. And not too much colour. Your home is really cosy. Sending lol xxx

[@johncornishlandrut]

the new colour looks so much better than the previous one

[@darlenerobinson3691]

Enjoyed your video! Lovely table setting!

[@loreeluther348]

Happy Easter. Happiest Spring. Great paint color, it looks so much brighter & better. Well done. Great table scape, very inviting especially with the white & yellow flowers. An organic feast for the senses. I like the art prints as well. Good eye for complementary shapes. Looking forward to seeing them on the wall as a trilogy.

[@biberfan]

Every frame of this video is filled with something beautiful. Love the new paint and the centerpiece. Hope Italy is wonderful.

[@stenaglia5753]

I love how you made your table look like you were dining in a spring garden.

[@NicolasFairford]

Lovely comment - Thank you!

[@orangecat5036]

the color is more relaxed and updated also reads well on camera.

[@laurieeyebee]

Nicolas, I LOVE your house and the color of the living room is beautiful. You're very right, a room has to be "you." Where I was growing up with my aunt and uncle, their yard was full of spring flowers. My aunt loved her roses and my uncle grew prize-winning tulips and there were surprises i.e. hyacinths and daffys tucked here and there. And the yard was carpeted everywhere with white and purple violets.. She would have loved you! It was truly like a fairyland growing up, and my brother agreed with me. There were also beautiful flowering trees. My favorites were dogwood and crabanpple. Easrer is my favorite holiday. Wish I was still with her, I's do those lovely bunnies. She always had those big sugar coated eggs with scenes inside. For an imaginative kid like me I loved the whimsy and good dreams that followed.

[@valoriecarson1476]

I would love to see a vintage mirror above the fireplace ❤

[@cecwintonyk8228]

The paint colour is lovely and does brighten the room. I laughed when you said you had only painted it a year or so before and you were aiming to keep the new colour for at least three years. With only two of us in this house, neither of us smokers and both very tidy/clean people we just repainted after 20 years and had the same colour put on the walls since we loved it so much - you probably would have been shaking your head and rolling your eyes.

[@elizabethmaysonet892]

Nicolas love xx your voice sound like a angel. Nicolas you made a good decision on your paint for the living room. It radiated light and beauty. Also the choice of flowers l really enjoy your time off how to arrange them plus the spring 🌼🌼🌱 like colors . Love how you decorate your table love the charters and plates plus wine glass and water glasses. Also view of the outside love the noice of cars and people thru out your place . You look amazing and chic beauty loving kindness awesome person. Thank you for showing me about it. Happy Easter weekend. My was good and peaceful. I went to church to celebrate our lord day and remembering about His love and sacrifice for saving me. You are so sweet and talented. Take care Nicolas love xx. Kisses and hugs to you and family. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ladyindigo9835]

Happy Spring the floral arrangements are gorgeous! The paint color is divine enjoy!

[@maryland8532]

We had a wonderful, but cold Easter morning of 39 degrees, in Powder Springs, Georgia. You do look refreshed after your Italian getaway. Happy Easter!

[@karenplayford4919]

Love the colour, Nicholas !

[@rachellacrain1374]

Nicholas you never disappoint!! Stunning as usual. I so enjoy your videos. They are always so relaxing and informative. Really appreciate you. Keep it up!!!! ❤️

[@NicolasFairford]

So appreciate your support - Thank you!

[@bernadette721]

Oh no, I was wrong. Brown art pieces look beautiful with the new paint. What a difference! Love it

[@Bellasand45]

What a change in the living room!! It looks so much better now that is brighter.

[@SillyTube9]

I think the new paint looks delightful. 👏🏻

[@snorlund1]

Love the new wall colour! Your centrepiece of white flowers are very beautiful! Cute bunny napkins! What a great idea! 😊❤

[@bernadette721]

Could the desk go where the green table is? It’s so beautiful and it would draw your eye right back.

[@tammyhayes6204]

Oh my!!!! I absolutely love your paint choice! It really brightens up the space! Love your videos!!

[@andreakennedy3623]

I do love the color you chose for your walls! Lovely! You have such great ideas for florals and tablescapes. I really look forward to each of your podcasts. your voice is so soothing and you always bring inspiration for bringing simple beauty into my home. Thank you!

[@TMB62]

Sometimes you just need fresh and beautiful things to look at. This is such a soothing change

[@NicolasFairford]

I agree, thanks so much!

[@brendadrew834]

Much better color for the living room Nicolas! I always felt the other color was too dark but live and learn right? An apartment below street level doesn't get as much sunlight as apts at or above street level! What hard work in one day! Well, your reward, six days in Italy, lucky you! Thanks for sharing again! And a room now bursting with natural sunlight and beauty just in time for Spring and Summer like you said~ bon voyage!💚🌳🌻🧡

[@aliciasullivan4387]

New paint certainly brought more light to the room. Good job!

[@martindurkin8837]

I'm afraid I will be leaving our little family in a few weeks as I am losing my apartment due to lack of income but I want to thank Nicolas for helping me stay sane through these last two years. Such a gentleman and an inspiration. I will miss you all.

[@yvetteschaerer]

I absolutely love the color and your place is so warm and inviting.

[@marianfernando3038]

Just saw your video now. Beautiful living room and gorgeous flower arrangement and table setting. I feel inspired to change mine.😊

[@mayalimon0929]

I miss your painting. I think it might be in your bedroom but it’s not seen by others. And I love your flower arrangement. You are a nice person & watching you calms me.

[@luisaleonardi666]

Beautiful British colour, very nice and warm.

[@patriciakaye4999]

Yay! So happy to say goodbye to that dark room.

[@mariannetracy4248]

LOVE IT, YEAH!!! It goes with Sophie's fur much better ;-)

[@nahha9529]

😆

[@ednatucker5445]

Hi Nicolas...the new wall color is very warm and calming! (Great choice)! Your table setting is always an A+ with fresh beautiful flowers! Great job in greeting Spring/Easter!

[@oldcrowcreations]

Love the table setting! I placed daffodils on my dining table and entryway. They just make me happy, so I understand your love for flowers. Good luck with rearranging the furniture. It. An definitely be challenging. 💕

[@redgree1645]

I am utterly delighted you switched back to white.👍💕

[@silvertrees6326]

So, good to see you Nicolas, I started watching you from the start of your You Tube Channel. Keep going, you are a talented and very pleasant person🎉 Well done you.🎉

[@barbb.9489]

Happy Resurrection! Easter is so special! ❤

[@sylviadobson7407]

Dear Nicolas i was feeling a bit low and you vidio was so uplifting thank you god bless you from a brit living in canada

[@M-M-EXTRA]

nic, my favorite british queen is back…. nice color. that green really was quite something….. so it’s good you had a change of heart and painted your parlor less garish

[@joanellis5831]

Nicolas the new color I love it..I know it will all look great once you get it as you like.. Can’t wait.. Thank you for sharing..!!

[@mariabanholzer5960]

Looks great Nicolas chéri! Lifts up the room🥰🥰🥰 I always Love to See you, Always inspiring. You have another Energie since the Last Time i saw you. I know Luca, beautiful place,.Like the prints. Bonne affaire. Much Love from South of France☀️

[@bethepstein8725]

At 20.52 minutes please let me know what that beautiful piano piece is. My goodness it’s the most beautiful, romantic piano playing I’ve ever heard. And your table looks beautiful. And you picked a beautiful color paint. Good job.

[@helgaarevalo1857]

Love the video and your vibe an energy, your house is gorgeous, I love your elegant manners and accent

[@wendykelly8551]

I remember when you painted it I thought then.. ooooh that's dark- but your choice. Xx do love the paler colour

[@larasoohon207]

Another wonderful video, absolutely loved the table setting and the beautiful lick paint color. Simply awesome ❤❤

[@andrewford9287]

Hello Nicholas Your living room looks incredible the colour is beautiful In was in Lucca for Easter it is such a beautiful city I have been several times and we have now found a lovely flat that we stay in Love the prints Love Andrew 💐💜xx

[@lucy2beme]

Nicholas, I love the lighter paint color. Mouse's Back was lovely, but the new color has given your room life. ❤

[@kihmjones6782]

Nicolas, love the fresh new paint color. The Italian prints are a true find! The shapes completely compliment the art behind you. Round and rectangular shapes. Will look great framed! Art in a room makes all the difference. You needed those prints!! Thanks for another lovely show! Your Easter table was pretty too!! Happy Easter!!

[@annamariaallegretti4593]

The living room looks so bright and fresh, I much prefer this shade, very well done Nicolas😊💖

[@johnthompson932]

I love those prints as I used to work in George Street many years ago (40!) love the new town!

[@user-cm5tv3qg8o]

I missed your spring videos, I am very excited to see what you have in store for us this season 💐

[@NicolasFairford]

I'm excited that you're excited!

[@mareesimonis7656]

Excellent vlog this week Nicolas. Your Easter table setting was beautiful, what a treat for your guests. Always amazes me how wall colour can completely transform a room and lift your mood. Well done!

[@danielleS257]

Everything looks great. Enjoy your home!

[@sonnysideup570]

So nice to see you and so welcoming with your warm personality The room looks amazing and so refreshing

[@sharonbeals8926]

I love the color. It's perfect for your room. Lovely job as usual!!

[@NicolasFairford]

Thank you!

[@lynnecollins3284]

Love the new colour. Look forward to how you decorate the room now.

[@john27609]

A home as beautiful and warm as you, mon ami.

[@nancychestnut8928]

Beautiful and soothing. It's always worth the effort to refresh your home!

[@TheBusinessAdvisorPodcast]

It makes the room look bigger. Darker is warm, brighter is bigger. Good choice.

[@winter_s_44]

Fantastic color! I love it.😍

[@mj9059]

Happy Easter! Thank you for sharing your projects.

[@elainelang9031]

Thank you Nic for another lovely painting session what are you like? Lol , flowers were great and matched the table apart from the little vases of daffodils I thought it was to crowded but its what you like at the end of the day have a great weekend..Elaine U.K. Yorkshire 🎉

[@brendaleepierson2112]

thank you so much for your inspiration

[@thatgirlmadge]

Loved the original color of your walls and I love this new color also! So cute with the bunny ears napkin folding/ eggs! I would love to see a video with more napkin folding. I love setting a beautiful table as well. ❤

[@nualakirk9857]

Love the new colour, so light and bright, in fact I'm going to copy that colour in my living room, so thank you for introducing me to Lick paint.

[@micheller7442]

I also have been to Lucca a few years. We stood a week, it was beautiful. Love the new wall color.

[@gwm_john]

I love the new wall paint Nic .. it’s one of those colours you could sink your teeth in i sometime say .. apartment looks fabulous just like you 😍 Hello Sofie 🐶

[@aruvielevenstar3944]

The color on your wall is so much better than the darker one! Although I like Dark colors on walls, in your room creamy colors are much better because it is very dark in your place. And the color is very soft and kind. Very lovely flower arrangement ❤

[@glgardener4972]

Great paint job. Love your floral arrangements. The picture hanging trick/secret is one I will definitely use. I appreciate you sharing it. I hope you do not get rid of that fabulous painting you had above your fireplace....I so much enjoy the tablescaping-I enjoy doing that also. Looking forward to seeing your new prints from Italy framed and up on the walls.

[@elisabethnymann6306]

This wall colour is way better! When you initially chose Mouse's back I was quite worried.....

[@elisabethnymann6306]

And did you know that Stephanie Jarvis from The Chateau Diaries is following you? She mentioned you in the last Cadeaux at the Chateau video!

[@marybazargani6929]

I love your new wall color and your table looks wonderful. I can't wait to see your prints displayed. I'm inspired!

[@NicolasFairford]

So happy to hear that - Thank you!

[@conversecone9687]

Your new wall color is beautiful! The Easter table setting turned out great! The flowers are perfect. I like very much the three new prints of architectural drawings. Anxious to see them framed and added to your living room.