Renovating a tiny studio apartment in the Marais, Paris. From closing day to finished home. French Design. Renovation.

I'm an American who bought a pied-à-terre in Paris 3rd arrondissement and I'm documenting every step of the renovation: working with a French architect, navigating copropriété rules, dealing with heritage building constraints, choosing materials, and making a small space actually livable.

This channel covers what no one tells you about buying and renovating property in Paris — the notaire process, French building codes, contractor coordination, design decisions in tight footprints, and what it really costs.

What you'll find here:
↳ Paris apartment renovation before & after
↳ Small space design ideas and studio apartment layouts
↳ Buying property in France as an American
↳ French architect process & interior design
↳ Real renovation budgets and timelines

Get in touch:
✉️ michelle@chezvu.com
📍 Paris, France + New York City