How to design and decorate your French renovation - without wasting money, with Christina Rougerie

Ever wondered why your beautifully renovated French property isn't getting the rental return you expected? Or why sourcing affordable decor in France feels so much harder than it should?

Brittany-based, American-born interior architect Christina Rougerie reveals all in conversation with Sue and Rosie.

For a detailed summary of the episode, along with a mini glossary of terms used in the show, head to the French Reno Diaries website and look for episode #18.

What we talk about:

• Interior architect vs interior decorator in France
• French interior design vs American
• Common French property renovation mistakes expats make
• Renovation for rental and resale in France
• The mid-market decor gap in France
• Decorating on a budget in France
• French-style interior design
• Lighting, layout and colour: essential interior design principles
• Why anthracite grey (RAL 7016) on everything needs to stop!

Resources mentioned:

• Christina Rougerie Design
• Instagram: @christina_perez_rougerie
• La Redoute / AM.PM
• Maison du Monde
• Cdiscount
• Lights.ie
• Plum Living

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