Tucked away in a Parisian alley: a vibrant, family treehouse

I am very happy that it is moving in this direction: we value more local producers, gastronomy in general is no longer neglected, reserved for a chosen few, and is gaining importance. And I'm not worried about us: we're super creative at the agency. We don't follow trends, but work on fundamentals. The focal point of our lives is to eat at a restaurant or in a bar, everyone at the agency is passionate about that, and everyone is full of ideas. We know what's happening in our field. We are able to go beyond trends, or use them because customers want precisely the current fashion, and we know it by heart. Right now, it's the little silver cup with ice cream, jellies, and in two years it will be something else, but we'll still be here because we analyse and anticipate.

Superfood, foods that do you good, like collagens and activated carbons. They've been around for a while, but now I don't think there will be a party where they don't serve something that's supposed to do us good, a notion that goes beyond simple pleasure.

I was born in Rouen, where I lived until I was thirteen years old, before my father was transferred to Valence, and stayed there until I was twenty-five.                 My father made mail-sorting machines and my mother was a clerk. We spent our summers in Brittany, in my father's family, who were farmers. Things were really classic at home, nobody cared  about the decor. It was when I started work in restaurants that I had a mentor: it was pretty much him who made me discover atmosphere, decoration and food as an art of living. That being said, I remember that we restored houses with my father and my brother in Brittany. We were always doing handiwork.

I come from Val-d'Oise, so I'm from the suburbs, from a small town wedged between upper-class towns, like Enghien-les-Bains and Montmorency, and rundown communities like Sarcelles. My mother was a social worker.           She runs a medical-educational institute for children with rather mild disabilities. She often used to take me to work with her. That's why the working-class and diversity aspect is really important to me in everything I do. My father works at Renault. He is a true class defector, since he really did come up from the gutter. And he managed to travel, learn English and hang out with guys who went to all the right schools. He was proud of that. So I grew up in the famous French middle class. My dream was Paris! Paris, the end of the commuter train line. Other than that, my mother had taste, took me to exhibitions, was open and curious.

Through our network of restaurateurs, of course! We visited it and had nothing to do. To be very honest, we moved in our furniture, but everything here contributes to its charm: it's like a little lookout post with a terrace. We fell in love with this room, the kitchen, which is bathed in sunlight with a large terrace. It corresponds to our way of life: cooking, inviting friends. Our kitchen is a bit like our living room. It's the focal point of our flat.

I have some furniture projects to redo for the house: downstairs in the living room, for example.

I have a passion for colourful glass. Combined with a new activity: I make stained-glass. You can see an example here in the kitchen! And then we spent a lot of time in flea markets. The chairs around the our table are by Vico Magistretti, who helped 'popularise' designer furniture, which I obviously like a lot. And then we have to mention the art of the table. I could buy stuff all the time!

And you do!

We had hopes of a guest room for about 15 days. Otherwise, nothing has changed except the pace. We talked about it earlier: we had this new equilibrium with Hugues who'd changed career and my activity, which gained importance just when I was giving birth! When you're an entrepreneur, you have no notion of maternity leave. But you set your own limits. That's something else. So, I never had a total break to enjoy bringing up my child and then a return to the office with no transition. In the end, the transition was smoother! And above all, I had a great guy who does what he has to do, which is half the tasks. Then, while changing career, Hugues took on a lot of my tasks for himself, which enabled me to continue working as much.

In our neighborhood, we have Tempilenti, our favorite restaurant. Silvia and Francesca are amazing! Then there's the local café, yet another hit crafted by none other than Florent Ciccoli! Café Comets, the coffee shop where you instantly feel at home—reminds me of Berlin’s vibe. Aux Bons Crus, a classic spot with good, simple food at a great price. People also come for Kévin, the owner. Near the office, there’s Buttes Snack Bar—our neighbor across the courtyard. They’re fantastic, and the food and drinks are always on point. Le Cadoret is timeless and unbeatable; we never tire of its cuisine or vibe. Paloma is our go-to for the best lunch specials and a fantastic team. And Les Folies is perfect for sitting on the terrace, day or night, to soak up Belleville’s energy.

The Socialite Family is a captivating media outlet: stepping into someone’s home and uncovering their interior. It's a passion in itself—and a perfect way to satisfy curiosity. It’s also a brand with a strong signature; you recognize their furniture at first glance!

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