A Tour Of My New Home

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  • Опубликовано: 11 фев 2025
  • In this video I wanted to give you a tour of my new home.
    As many of you will know, I moved house this week. I wanted an extra bedroom and some outdoor space - this new place provides both of these things, and so much more.
    I hope you will enjoy having a little look around - I can’t wait to start a new chapter in this house and share it with you!
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  • @prairiedoggy1
    @prairiedoggy1 3 года назад +225

    As a person who doesn’t appreciate the “open concept” layout, I really like your individual rooms, where you can have a different experience as you proceed through the house. You should have a fun time decorating! The outside area is so nice! Congratulations on finding such a beautiful home!

    • @sunnydaysatl
      @sunnydaysatl 3 года назад +10

      You are so right I’m no big fan of the open concept either.

    • @Wilma.Flintstone
      @Wilma.Flintstone 3 года назад +9

      Agree, I hate being able to see other spaces while in one, it makes me feel like I cant get away

    • @jimh4072
      @jimh4072 3 года назад +7

      Me too, I can’t stand it. If I bought a place that was completely open I would put the walls back up. 😂

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  3 года назад +12

      I prefer separate rooms too! x

    • @cremebrulee4759
      @cremebrulee4759 3 года назад +6

      I agree completely. I like individual rooms, where you can shut the door if you need to. Also, you can have different decor in each room instead of one unified theme. Who wants someone to walk in the front door and see that you haven't cleaned up from baking cookies yet? In fact, I've read that some homes now have two kitchens. One is like the show clean kitchen and the other one is where all the dirty stuff is done. It also keeps the smells from the kitchen getting into the rest of the house, which was a complaint that I've read about. The dirty kitchen, of course, is not part of the open concept. How crazy is that? Just close off the kitchen.

  • @margaretbarclay-laughton2086
    @margaretbarclay-laughton2086 3 года назад +1

    May your new home be filled with good things, love, laughter and happiness.

  • @loriwoodard6974
    @loriwoodard6974 3 года назад +382

    Dear Nicolas, I so honor you for your willingness to share your space even when it is not perfect. We see so many RUclipsrs showing only perfection all the time. It is truly refreshing to see that you are so real. Moving is difficult, and being ill in the process can be so very hard. Thank you for sharing this beautiful space, I cannot wait to see how you transform it. If you would ever like to visit Laguna Beach California, mi casa es su casa. (My home is your home.) I love your channel, thank you. Love, Lori

    • @LOUISE__97
      @LOUISE__97 3 года назад +30

      His transparency and sincerity is amazing. ☺️

    • @saraheveritt4980
      @saraheveritt4980 3 года назад +20

      Agree with Lori, the clothes on the floor in the second bedroom is REAL LIFE! Beautiful home & I like red tile in the kitchen….very bright!!!!! Maybe you will like it in time

    • @seethevolcane
      @seethevolcane 3 года назад +7

      Laguna Beach was once swanky & terrifc...(at least some years ago)....

    • @tstieber
      @tstieber 3 года назад +10

      Nicolas, take Lori up on that offer! Laguna Beach is absolutely beautiful! :-D

    • @faithnelson6069
      @faithnelson6069 3 года назад +5

      @@saraheveritt4980 that was my thought about the red tile as well. it is a very nice contrast to all of the cool greens.

  • @Aurora-qn2dx
    @Aurora-qn2dx 3 года назад +215

    "a cold and flu does still exsist" ..well said..very true some people think that covid has taken over every other cold related sickness. Best wishes for your new home. Sophie is adorable.

    • @aleandraburckhardt9776
      @aleandraburckhardt9776 3 года назад

      Your patience was Rewarded!!!!
      Enjoy , Enjoy, Enjoy!!!

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  3 года назад +5

      Thank you SO much x x

    • @Aurora-qn2dx
      @Aurora-qn2dx 3 года назад

      @@aleandraburckhardt9776 Sorry?

    • @kat7777
      @kat7777 3 года назад +5

      Convid is a lie..... Stand strong against tyranny NOW

    • @soinlove6889
      @soinlove6889 3 года назад +7

      @@kat7777 i think it exists but I also think the media is embellishing stats to drive massive fear. The flu is more deadly

  • @nurseshaye2099
    @nurseshaye2099 3 года назад +107

    The new place is lovely. Glad your feeling better.

  • @ibosquez5238
    @ibosquez5238 3 года назад +145

    Dude, you're the only one I subscribe to that has such class and culture. I feel classier just listening to you. 🇺🇲 👍🏻

    • @jamesdalton3082
      @jamesdalton3082 3 года назад +10

      My wife tells me I'll soon have a "posh" accent from listening to Nicolas' narration in his videos.

    • @ibosquez5238
      @ibosquez5238 3 года назад +3

      @@jamesdalton3082
      IKR!

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  3 года назад +10

      So sweet - thank you so much! x

    • @sparkyggreatmusic450
      @sparkyggreatmusic450 3 года назад +11

      Nicholas makes me feel calm and makes me want to take time to enjoy beauty and elegance. So young, yet so wise . We all can learn so much from him. Delightful and charming, I adore him.

    • @laminage
      @laminage 2 года назад +1

      He is so "posh" but so humble and he is probably a wonderful neighbor.

  • @ronaldjames4986
    @ronaldjames4986 3 года назад +70

    So glad you were able to complete the move. Moving in perfect health is not easy, much less illness. Continue to improve and patiently take your time. The new place is truly lovely, with lots of potential. Can't wait to see how you and Sophie bring it all together! Thank you, Nicolas, for inviting us in.

    • @elizabethglenbentley7882
      @elizabethglenbentley7882 3 года назад +3

      Glad to see you're up and about Nicolas, however slow is more in the long run. Yes Epson salt bath with essential oils should do the trick! Love ❤ your new place, it's going to look gorgeous. Hugs.

    • @christineribone9351
      @christineribone9351 3 года назад +3

      I'm glad your feeling a little better and I'm very relieved that you didn't have Covid. Moving.can.be a real hassle.if.your.under.the.weather
      It's so sweet of you to think of us before you've even settled in.
      I'm going to miss your old apartment but I'm excited to see what you will do with the new place. But please, give yourself time to fully recover. Your fans won't go away if you need some "me" time. 😍😍😍

      .

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  3 года назад +3

      Total pleasure - Thank you!

  • @grbdnksg
    @grbdnksg 3 года назад +1

    Dear Nicolas. You have to plant your bulbs (12:13) BEFORE spring, in order to enjoy them! Get well.

  • @valeriewheeler3930
    @valeriewheeler3930 3 года назад +98

    Wishing you and Sophie every happiness in your new home Nicolas. Take things slowly and enjoy the process. Good wishes.

    • @sandydarling9343
      @sandydarling9343 3 года назад +1

      Rooms are a lovely size and I like your ideas for the future But take care of yourself first and make some good quality chicken soup please. 😊

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  3 года назад

      I will do - thank you!

  • @redwoods7370
    @redwoods7370 3 года назад +1

    Hope you have lots of really good heat for the cold winter in Edinburg in a basement apartment. It is a beautiful apartment with so much light. I wish you lots of happiness there.

  • @marybeth1644
    @marybeth1644 3 года назад +55

    Just lovely! In America we would call it a walk out basement, as not everything is underground like a traditional basement. I hope you feel better soon!

    • @quicksilvertears921
      @quicksilvertears921 3 года назад +10

      In Oregon US we call it a daylight basement.

    • @marybeth1644
      @marybeth1644 3 года назад +4

      @@susanh2924 I agree! Love that!!

    • @rmonson5002
      @rmonson5002 3 года назад +2

      @@susanh2924 I've heard garden level as well. Yeah, "basement" is no bueno.

    • @a.a.p1952
      @a.a.p1952 3 года назад +1

      @@susanh2924 Darling call it what you want it’s still a basement.
      It’s No terrace.
      Cheers,

  • @betha5539
    @betha5539 3 года назад +3

    I love that you understand that a dining room needs to be used. Here in the states we have houses that have dining rooms that are in parts of the house that are never used, they are just for show or special occasions.

  • @deborahhuckaby4623
    @deborahhuckaby4623 3 года назад +74

    Can't wait to see how you decorate all the rooms. My niece lives in a basement apartment and hers has lots of windows and light also. Very important. Sophie will soon adjust. As long as she's with you she's good. Feel better soon.

  • @melhotpink9394
    @melhotpink9394 3 года назад +34

    I like the way you were so natural and easy with everything instead of being to formal you are soothing to watch love from NZ x

  • @kentgabriel3572
    @kentgabriel3572 3 года назад +61

    Looks like a great space with lots of potential to put your touch on ! Hope you feel better soon.

  • @jimmyjoejeeter2366
    @jimmyjoejeeter2366 3 года назад +1

    Love your new place. If you were my neighbor, I would bring you homemade chicken soup. Chopped up some raw garlic to put in your soup, it is a natural antibiotic.

  • @kathyleo969
    @kathyleo969 3 года назад +16

    Please rest and take care of yourself - first things first. Your new home will evolve and become beautiful. Thank you for sharing and we await the transformation ( after you are well! In the kindest mother voice ). Much love

  • @teacupcottagewithree7986
    @teacupcottagewithree7986 3 года назад +1

    About the red tiles....Red is a neutral ..I read that . It made me rethink it. I used a creamy white paint on cabinet black cabinet . Free standing cabinet mint or turquoise and dark green walls...Whatever you choose i am simply saying green and white makes it work and a soft feel of Christmas simply because of positive color. i love your home.

    • @ibosquez5238
      @ibosquez5238 3 года назад +1

      That's funny, red is a neutral color! It's most definitely a color and a bold one at that. It's one of the three primary colors, red, blue, and yellow.

    • @teacupcottagewithree7986
      @teacupcottagewithree7986 3 года назад +1

      @@ibosquez5238 name one color it clashes with? That is what the designer was saying. Blue green white even black purple yellow turquoise and on and on. it doesn't clash. i was trying to help. Thank you for the comment.

    • @ibosquez5238
      @ibosquez5238 3 года назад +1

      @@teacupcottagewithree7986
      You have class. I'm glad I wasn't abusive and outright rude to you, just a little offensive but it's just a color we are talking about. I wouldn't know what goes well with it but it is a color that I have avoided all my life because I don't like it. It hurts my eyes. I apologize Miss. I didn't mean to upset you. There are so many important things in the world to disagree about, color is not one of them.

    • @teacupcottagewithree7986
      @teacupcottagewithree7986 3 года назад +1

      Well said. Have a blessed day.

    • @ibosquez5238
      @ibosquez5238 3 года назад +1

      @@teacupcottagewithree7986
      Peace

  • @davidshep45
    @davidshep45 3 года назад +4

    I can tell you are not feeling well. The stress from moving probably compromised your immune system. I hope you feel better soon.
    On a happier note the new place is gorgeous. So much potential here. Your beautiful things are right at home. Poor little Sophie. She is bewildered with her new surroundings. She will adjust.
    The courtyard us fantastic. I love the idea of container gardening. By adding a bench and chairs you can extend your living space to outside. Miss Sophie will love that and so will your guests.

    • @joshenyou360
      @joshenyou360 3 года назад

      Well put D.A. Nicolas, taking good care of your self now is so very important. Your new place is beautiful and Sofie....is adorable staying safely close to you. :-) I do have a question about your 2nd bedroom. I noticed a small cubbie when first going in the room. Do you have an idea what you will use that for yet? Take good care

  • @yuyapersonn1434
    @yuyapersonn1434 3 года назад +5

    It's like you're not allowed to just get sick anymore without disclaiming, "I don't have the plague! Promise!" Hope you feel better!

  • @ritaconley9544
    @ritaconley9544 3 года назад +17

    For your kitchen, you can get press on tiles in many colors that look real! I love your big windows😃. And you need to plant bulbs in the fall if you want them to come up in the spring. They have to get cold over the winter in order to bloom in the spring. Good luck. Your apartment is lovely!

    • @annolsen4943
      @annolsen4943 3 года назад

      I have red tiles but love them.

    • @alisonfraser3305
      @alisonfraser3305 3 года назад +1

      I hope Nicholas will give the red tiles a chance. They seem to be there for the purpose of brightening a tight space. It might be easier to change the cabinet color for a fresh look.

  • @bellaterra3578
    @bellaterra3578 3 года назад +13

    Congratulations! What a lovely home you've chosen, truly lovely inside & out! If I may dare to be so bold to offer a suggestion (my 2cents worth)? The feeling of a front entrance opening right into the main living space is a bit too exposed. However, if you simply add a (I know it will be a beauty w/ your eye) 'divider screen' on the open rm. side of Ent. door (floor to ceiling is best) with the top of the screen duplicating the light transom above your nice Ent. door (so that you don't loose any of that beautiful natural light). This will create a repose upon entering (add to safety/privacy) and afford you an added wall & or corner niche on living room facing side of screen (perhaps adding a chaise & small lamp table angled into newly created corner ... The hutch would then be well placed opposite the fireplace wall to balance (height & bulk) & with possibly two lovey chairs or potted trees anchoring each side of hutch which will also maintain elongating wall length/width. I pray you don't mind my imput. Your fab new digs simply inspired me to the point of compulsory response, please forgive. Best wishes!

  • @williamevans9426
    @williamevans9426 3 года назад +22

    'Glad to see you've coped with the actual move, in spite of feeling unwell; I hope you're feeling much better. Excellent room sizes for a city apartment; high ceilings and light are real bonuses, especially for a basement flat. If you own the flat, just paint the kitchen tiles for now and re-tile when you can; if it's rented, one idea might be to get a handyman to cut some 'tile effect' board to fit around the switches, etc., and simply clip this into place to cover the red tiles. Not ideal but it would, at least, conceal the offending items!

  • @jennyharmony1371
    @jennyharmony1371 3 года назад +9

    Let's be honest Sophie is the real star of this episode!! This place is just lovely and I am excited to watch you make it your own!

  • @donna7338
    @donna7338 3 года назад +28

    It's a shame you couldn't bring your wardrobes. I think they would have fit nicely in the guest bedroom. I'm sure you'll enjoy your new home. The courtyard in front will be a great entertaining area. I'm looking forward to seeing your decorating episodes.

  • @bernadettecourtellemont4726
    @bernadettecourtellemont4726 3 года назад +28

    J’apprécie chacune de vos productions et ce nouvel appartement a tout pour me plaire, sachant ce que vous en ferez. J’aime beaucoup votre raffinement, votre personnalité. Je suis âgée, 90 ans, mais toujours intéressée par ce qui touche cet art de vivre. Merci si vous pouvez mettre plus de vidéo sous titrée. Bonne réalisation dans vos projets

  • @ЮляАнгелова-ь6ж
    @ЮляАнгелова-ь6ж 3 года назад +9

    Dear Nicholas! Your new apartment is elegant and magnificent! The courtyard is gorgeous! It will be a pleasure for us to watch the process of decorating! Autumn promises to be perfect!

  • @raindance1962
    @raindance1962 3 года назад +3

    It’s a lovely space. I never imagined a basement flat could be so nice and spacious. A gem of a find.

  • @timriehl1500
    @timriehl1500 3 года назад +55

    Can't wait to see it when it's all put together. Take a soak in Epsom salts and go to bed.

  • @melissabitz3889
    @melissabitz3889 3 года назад +40

    Oh, I love this basement flat! I usually associate "basement" with dark and depressing but this one is so elegant and luminous. It is lovely how there is a little terrace area that you can personalize and make lush and beautiful. I am sure you will do wonders with it!

  • @pw4075
    @pw4075 3 года назад +8

    Thank you for welcoming us into your new home. I'm so glad that the move went smoothly and that you're taking the time to heal. I know that you will make this charming space as gracious and elegant as your former place. Best of luck to both you and Sophie (who, by the way, is adorable).

  • @beth7873
    @beth7873 3 года назад +7

    Love, love, love your new flat! So glad you're feeling better. Appreciate seeing reality. I've lived in my home for 26 years and from time to time, I have a room or two that looks like I've just moved in. Relax, rest, and enjoy getting settled.

  • @frankieamsden7918
    @frankieamsden7918 3 года назад +12

    Isn't it exciting to have a separate dining room?! I just bought my first house and it has a separate dining room. Hang a mirror on the wall opposite the window and it will bounce some light around. You can buy stock on tiles to put over the red ones in the kitchen, they are easy to remove when you leave. I can't wait to see what you do with the garden.

  • @jamesdalton3082
    @jamesdalton3082 3 года назад

    Hope you are feeling much better by now. Your new flat is quite nice. I think the wallpaper will be a lovely choice for your dining room. I'm rather partial to wallpaper myself, and think it a shame how rarely it's used in properties here in the USA. The front courtyard garden sounds wonderful. In addition to potted plants, perhaps you could knock together some timber boxes for raised bed gardening. I designed and built a small raised bed herb garden for my grandmother years ago. It included wire frame towers for architectural interest and up which I trained ivy and climbing roses. The herbs were useful for cooking and, if careful plant selection is made, can supply some simple country style floral arrangements. Your new place affords you ample opportunity to hone your decorating skills as you settle in, and I wish you and Sophie both health and happiness in your new home.

  • @daisysoto9555
    @daisysoto9555 3 года назад +11

    The flat feels cozy homey. I can’t wait to see what you are going to do with it. Garlic, ginger, in your green tea with honey and vitamin C. You will get better soon. Best wishes

  • @claudinelim4367
    @claudinelim4367 3 года назад +1

    Yes a very good FungShui layout with lots of potential decor setup.One tip in garden area green moss can be rid off by spraying a simple solution mix vinegar and water 💧half @ half.

  • @captivatednightshade1432
    @captivatednightshade1432 3 года назад +25

    It's such a lovely place. Can't wait to see how you decorate it and feel better soon ⚘

  • @ginatees3262
    @ginatees3262 3 года назад

    Hi Nicholas, Thank you so much for inviting us into your new home. Love the facade to the block. You have a lovely space to decorate and experiment with new decor ideas. Definitely need a warmer colour on the walls to show off the colours of your furniture. Poor Sophie will be a little unsettled but will soon adjust with you by her side. I must say she is looking beautiful after her grooming. I hope you get to use that beautiful wallpaper. It brings the garden into the room and with the addition of mirrors, plants and beautiful lighting it will be magnificent. Hope you get better soon. Some good nourishing soups would do you the world of good. That you have an outdoor space to entertain in is marvelous and lends itself to so much.Until we meet again, take care of yourself.

  • @nancyvelazquez4180
    @nancyvelazquez4180 3 года назад +9

    You can paint the red tiles or cover with contact paper.

  • @janicebrowningaquino792
    @janicebrowningaquino792 3 года назад +9

    It was SO nice of you, when you haven’t been well, to show us you nee home!! So many things about it I think are wonderful. I especially love your little courtyard, there really is SO much you can do with that space, you will love it!!!! Please take care of yourself Nicholas, you have time to tackle it all 🙂🙂

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  3 года назад +1

      It was a pleasure - thanks for your kind words x

  • @leslieW5177
    @leslieW5177 3 года назад +22

    I do so love a dining room that doubles as a library. The cottage is adorable. Enjoy decorating, there is nothing better than a blank slate. 💕

  • @d.j.rosscarpediem921
    @d.j.rosscarpediem921 3 года назад +1

    Hi Nicholas wish you well in your new place. Really looks great! Please includes us in your planning before you start with a room. Would like to learn from you. Functionality is so important when you do that! So, looking forward to that. The dining room paper really is going to make that room very special. Few suggestions to ponder on: the mirror on the mantelpiece is to big. Would rather put a smaller golden framed one (typical French) on and put the big mirror on the wall between your front door and the window with a beautiful Vass on a table under the mirror
    to dress a foyer entrance. Then move your beautiful cupboard, that is currently next to your front door in the corner where your book case is to make that space cozy. You can then put a chair near by to sat on work and still be able to see the street and people moving by. I believe in cozy corners in a room LOL. That big wall opposite your couch needs a statement!!! Would dress is with your beautiful botanical pictures and a beautiful darker table underneath. I struggle with mixing darker and lighter furniture. Maybe you can give us some tips. Those round picture frames either on both sides of the fire place OR in the dining room! Please take us step by step through the planning of a room. Would lov to learn from you. Sorry for the longgggg essay LOL>

  • @gnostic268
    @gnostic268 3 года назад +13

    Thank you for the tour. Sophie looks so adorable just hanging out on the rug in front of the fireplace!

  • @yvonnesmith6353
    @yvonnesmith6353 3 года назад +4

    I love the windows and how much light you have coming in. Excited to see all your beautiful treasures decorating the new space.

  • @jenc8953
    @jenc8953 3 года назад +6

    Your new place is absolutely beautiful. Even though you still need to unpack and decorate, I can tell it’s going to be stunning when your all finished with it. The courtyard is to die for!!

  • @ShannonHagan
    @ShannonHagan 3 года назад +33

    Love your beautiful “Cottage”. (It is nothing like US “basement apartments”), it’s so light and airy. Can’t wait to see you put you elegant, sophisticated touch on each room. Now that you’re in, take your time and rest up and get over this illness. I’ll be watching each week to see your progress. Cheers.

  • @WillowTreePottery
    @WillowTreePottery 3 года назад +9

    There are some lovely Le Crueset stovetop cooking vessels that are the exact colour of your kitchen tiles that would be perfect for styling your kitchen with flare.

  • @ruthpabellon4366
    @ruthpabellon4366 3 года назад +1

    Hi Nicolas! Hope you are feeling better. Eat things with broth. It really helps with nurishment . Love you new place, wow. It's huge. That courtyard has great potential. Adore that wall paper for the dinning room. And the ideas on how to set up the table has always seem very elegant to me. Are you gonna use some chinoiserie. I love blue. The kitchen I know exactly what you mean about the tile. Here in America they sell this stick on tile . It maybe a temporary option. Or you can just go with it and use some rest and cream toile fabric. I love that too and was thinking to add some for my Christmas decor. I'm sure it will look amazing and very elegant over all. You are great at that. Health and love vibes your way. ❤️🙏

  • @lindamccann3880
    @lindamccann3880 3 года назад +6

    I love your new home: I would have chosen it just for those original shutters! And you already seem enveloped in its warmth and cosiness.

  • @marciamorris6626
    @marciamorris6626 3 года назад

    Your new place is fabulous !!!! Sophie is such a good girl, not rushing out when you opened the door to the courtyard .
    Your flu is probably hanging on because you’re having to use so much energy with your move . Moving really takes it out of you even when you are young. .
    Rest ! Rest ! Rest !
    Hope you feel better soon. 🙏🏻

  • @doro8856
    @doro8856 3 года назад +6

    I was just thinking how lovely, bright, and cheerful the kitchen tiles looked! Huge living space. Looks gorgeous.

  • @angelaevans1636
    @angelaevans1636 3 года назад

    Dear Nicolas: I am so glad you are feeling better. Your new home is wonderful, more spacious yet cosy and hopefully easier to get around when necessary. Wish you and Sophie much love and happiness in this lovely space and look forward to seeing you make it your own.

  • @conversecone9687
    @conversecone9687 3 года назад +9

    So anxious to see what you do with your new place. My sister has taught me how lamps do bring so much warmth into a space. You have the seating in the living area worked out! How great to have a dining room now! Hope you feel better soon!

  • @danasandlin2435
    @danasandlin2435 3 года назад

    Prayers answered--NOT Covid! So good to see Sophie--haven't seen her for a while...Best think for colds/flu--lots of chicken soup...big advantage to basement flats--they are warm in the winter and cool in the summer and not high energy bills...you are fortunate to have so much bright light--if you do not wish to see the bridge outside the dining room, you can put shears over the window and still have nice light...you might wish to paper one or two walls and paint the other 2 or 3 walls (dining room)...also, nice large mirrors up the light effect and make the room look larger...if you do your bedroom first, it might give you a boost emotionally and give you a nice place to go at night while you are working on the rest of the flat...you had just done such a nice bedroom in the last flat...your courtyard is fantastic and will be a great place to entertain for about 5 months a year--you have enough room to put a substantial outdoor dining table (concrete or iron is nice), as well as a grill (if you like to grill) and even a small fire pit and seating area...you can also hang small twinkle lights for a very nice magical effect...I hope you and Sophie are very happy here and you will have lots of new friends there soon with your special picnics...dts/usa

  • @shellykearney7821
    @shellykearney7821 3 года назад +10

    So nice for the invite. The place is just lovely and you have wonderful ideas for designing to your personal likes. I do hope you feel better soon. Yes, do relax and enjoy your tea. Have a wonderful day. Cheers

  • @valereehansen4378
    @valereehansen4378 3 года назад

    Congratulations on your new spacious home, Nicolas.
    Because there is so much to do while you're still recovering, nice and easy going is the best approach.
    Relaxed efforts contribute greatly to health and safeguards one's sanity.
    ---------
    Could not agree with you more about the color white, which has always felt stark and cold to me.
    Even in bathrooms, I need my sinks, toilets, and tubs to be that gentle relaxed off-white creamy-light-beige color.
    The same color selection goes for wall plates, light switch covers, electrical outlets and their covers.
    Additionally, dimmers installed for every lamp, light fixture, and track lighting always makes for perfect control of light, mood, and atmosphere.
    Thank you for letting us view your new home.
    Good luck, much happiness, and many success's to you in your new home, Nicolas.
    Always...

  • @daleduerden1185
    @daleduerden1185 3 года назад +32

    So glad to see you looking better,this is so exciting your home is going to be beautiful,just don’t overdo it take your time,

    • @christinegray7664
      @christinegray7664 3 года назад

      Nicolas. Greetings from America . I hope you are feeling better these days! Looking forward to seeing your new home coming alive with all your ideas! I’ve had several heart surgeries along with many other serious problems. I’ve been under “ household arrest” my doctors say I wouldn’t fair well with COVID! I just painted my sitting/sunroom a gourd yellow My old drapes are burgundy on French doors (2). Windows face heavy woods and left as is as I enjoy the seasons and deer! Can you help a 69 year Grammy choose a new colors!!!! Sorry sweet friend for the lengthy letter ! Please stay well ! I think of you as a visitor! Christine Maria Gray. sweden368@verizion.net

  • @TheRayjane
    @TheRayjane 3 года назад +1

    I love your new flat. It’s very cottage and I know you will decorate it to perfection. Looking forward to taking this journey with you. Dogs are such creatures of habit so little Sophie might take awhile to adjust. Best wishes

  • @robertascholten8173
    @robertascholten8173 3 года назад +17

    Oooh, wallpaper for the dining room! How absolutely brilliant - gorgeous wallpaper, perfect for the room! Could I suggest you find an open shelf/rack that you could place atop your bureau in the dining room and place your china on the shelves? Your china is so pretty - it's a shame to put it away in a dark cupboard. LOVE the courtyard. I can anticipate you will turn it into a very charming space, indeed.
    It's hard to convince others, isn't it, if you're ill with something other than CoVid. Humanity has lost its ability to reason and has become fearful of the slightest sneeze. So unfortunate. Glad you a feeling a wee bit better, even if drained. Trade secret of moms, dear one; chicken noodle soup with a rich broth truly is restorative when you've been wretchedly ill. It causes one to think that they will indeed live to see another day. Warm regards from El Paso, TX

    • @Lottieloves287
      @Lottieloves287 3 года назад

      I read your comment, and it warmed my heart. A very comforting comment. I loved it. 💕💜🥰

    • @elizabethandersen4511
      @elizabethandersen4511 3 года назад +1

      Lovely advice.

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for your kind words x x

  • @QueenAnnesLace13
    @QueenAnnesLace13 3 года назад +1

    Beautiful space Nicolas, love the rooms and the courtyard. Please take care of yourself and hope you get better soon!

  • @sydneysims
    @sydneysims 3 года назад +20

    So beautiful! I’ve heard of people doing a stick-on backsplash and have seen it in a white subway tile style that may be more up your alley than the red. I’m not sure how durable it is but I hope this helps! 🧡

    • @NicolasFairford
      @NicolasFairford  3 года назад +4

      I think that's exactly what I'm going to do!

    • @Deedee5858
      @Deedee5858 3 года назад

      There is tile paint as well, has anyone tried it?

  • @designsonyouinparis
    @designsonyouinparis 3 года назад +2

    Congratulations! May you & Sophie be happy, healthy, safe, prosperous in your new home and anywhere you choose to be. Thank you for sharing your new home with all of us! Feel better soon.

  • @davidmccourt9949
    @davidmccourt9949 3 года назад +18

    I love Sophie’s gorgeous little face. Your new flat is lovely.

  • @gailbaumann8262
    @gailbaumann8262 3 года назад +1

    Love your new place..it is so cozy..can’t wait till you put your touches on it..glad your feeling better Nicholas

  • @FaithyandOtis..Massachusetts
    @FaithyandOtis..Massachusetts 3 года назад +9

    There is sweet Sophie🐶💕💕💕You were going to make this beautiful I love it already! Loves and hugs and blessings from gram and Otis🐶from Massachusetts❌⭕️❌⭕️I hope you’re feeling better take it easy moving is always stressful especially when you’re sick because your resistance is down🥺

  • @trisharomance4026
    @trisharomance4026 3 года назад

    Please get well soon !!! It seems you are not stressing over things which will help you heal !
    On another note … THE WALLPAPER FOR THE DINING ROOM IS PERFECT !!! It will create a cozy garden like feel and when guests glance out the window to your courtyard ,filled with greenery and flowers , there will be a seamless connection from inside to out !!
    As for the red tiles … I once painted some unsightly tiles with a special enamel paint and they came out perfect !
    Thank you so much for sharing your new place in spite of feeling so unwell ! You are remarkably strong !!,

  • @heidihalderman1118
    @heidihalderman1118 3 года назад +39

    Fabulous new space. Glad you’re feeling better.

  • @MaiODonnell
    @MaiODonnell 3 года назад

    I used to think that I didn't like basement apartment but I have changed my mind since I saw this video. I'm sure you will bring a lot of fun, joy and beautiful little things to every where you live. Wish you all the best Nicolas.

  • @peggymarz
    @peggymarz 3 года назад +4

    Glad your feeling a little better. Love your new “cottage” just lovely especially love the courtyard area! So much you can do! Have fun!

  • @darlenechandler2403
    @darlenechandler2403 3 года назад

    That you for the tour of your new home. It is so lovely and a little cottage almost as you say. Nice to have the separate dining area, it will be so cozy for dinners in the evenings. You really lucked out on this place. Love the flooring too. So sorry you had such a bad time with that flu and hope you are feeling better and then on top of that having to move. All looks so lovely. Perhaps some sort of Persian type rug in the kitchen to tone down the red tiles, may make it cozy. Can’t wait until next Friday and how you progress with your move. All the best to you. Sophie has lots of space to wander now and nice having the outdoor space that you both can use in warm weather to dine or relax.

  • @jeanlaubenthal698
    @jeanlaubenthal698 3 года назад +4

    I’m sorry you are feeling under the weather especially while moving. Nice space to work with! The court yard is fabulous!

  • @teresahatfield4521
    @teresahatfield4521 3 года назад

    Nicolas. Hope you feel better. Take your time getting everything organized and feel better. Everything takes time. Your new flat is beautiful! Love it! So nice and pretty!!

  • @franz3810
    @franz3810 3 года назад +3

    I love how big and comfortable your new home is. Hope you feel better soon, take care!

  • @sparkyggreatmusic450
    @sparkyggreatmusic450 3 года назад

    Love your lovely new home, I’m sure you will turn it into a beautiful cottage . I also loved your outside space very much! I’m sure you will turn it into a sweet escape as the vineyards I often visit in Paso Robles wine country California. The Hotel Cheval there has a long courtyard with little nooks n crannies with seating you might want to incorporate. Tiny fireplaces just adorable. I’m your case you might use a small fire pit with chairs and snuggly cashmere throw blankets . Your outdoor area leads me to believe you will make it a paradise . So happy for you and I wish you a very blessed new home! Watching you from my California and Arizona homes, always looking for great entertaining and decorating tips . Feel better soon, take care of yourself and don’t rush to get your house in order. Love and best wishes .

  • @lauradelucastroia4191
    @lauradelucastroia4191 3 года назад +5

    Here in the states, they have peel and stick backsplash that actually looks very authentic. Perhaps you could use something like that while you live there. It’s a beautiful space. I love your little patio area. It has so much potential. I know you will make it very inviting! Hope you feel better soon!

  • @alyssarosengard6674
    @alyssarosengard6674 3 года назад

    I hope you feel better soon. Sending healing energy. Love your new place.

  • @carolinejohnson845
    @carolinejohnson845 3 года назад +4

    LOVE seeing your new home. So hard to move when you’re sick. Can’t wait to see more. Enjoy your videos very much. Much love from North Carolina USA.

  • @roxannedaly279
    @roxannedaly279 3 года назад

    Nicholas, you've made amazing progress this past week & being sick on top of move...unbelievable you've done so much! PLEASE remember...your health is #1 priority!!!
    Your new home is LOVELY & I can already imagine how it will come together as you apply all your special touches but take your time!!! Let it evolve, however, I too have the desire to make my new homes become instantly, beautifully, my own upon moving!!
    I believe we would all understand, and be grateful, if you took the next week or so to just recover & get strong...then you'd have energy to take us along on the transformation!!
    ps...I envy your private "courtyard" space...it will be wonderful!!
    QUESTION: Do you have "consignment shops" in your city? I refuse to pay retail for anything & I scour the consignment shops/galleries in my cities (Minnesota & Florida, USA)!! Besides, I know the ones that feature quality, traditional furnishings & there's amazing "finds" out there!!
    BEST BEST WISHES for a speedy, & full, recovery!!! Roxie

  • @ShelleB
    @ShelleB 3 года назад +3

    Your new place is wonderful. Love the wallpaper for the dining room. ❤️ I can’t wait to see how you will this house into a home for you and Sophie.

  • @rebeccasteinbach3117
    @rebeccasteinbach3117 3 года назад

    I was having a bad PTSD attack and always watching your videos help me relax. Thank you ❤️❤️❤️❤️ you are old soul. I love it

  • @jasonmyers5112
    @jasonmyers5112 3 года назад +3

    I look forward to seeing how your house gets decorated. I love red I’d love to see how you coordinate the tile.

  • @jilljoemolly
    @jilljoemolly 3 года назад

    Nicolas, thank you for the tour of your new place. I am so happy that you let us in and showed us your lovely new digs. It’s so spacious, and I can’t wait to see all of your touches when finished. It’s beautiful now but I know it’ll be breathtaking when you’re all through with it. Blessings in your new home.

  • @karinschempf1353
    @karinschempf1353 3 года назад +4

    What a fabulous house! Can’t wait to see how you add your personality to it. The courtyard is going to be magical.

  • @mayradell3953
    @mayradell3953 3 года назад

    I love your new house. It is light, spacious, clean, private, with an excellent layout! What a joy. I hope this he brings you much abundance, health, love, success and prosperity. It is beautiful.

  • @nancyvance2772
    @nancyvance2772 3 года назад +4

    Lovely home! I cannot wait to see what you do with it! Get better!

  • @piperj4978
    @piperj4978 3 года назад

    Nicholas what a fabulous new home, it's utterly beautiful and so so spacious and to have a front garden all yours amazes me, in the city center, such lovely privacy too. I wanted to mention there are stick on "tiles"one can obtain, some are very nice and realistic, in various hues and finishes and there are also companies that make stickers that look like tiles, so one can remove them. If applied really well, they can look great too. There are also stick on finishes for countertops and I've seen ones that actually look good if applied well. It's truly a stunning space and to be in the city center with so much room amazes me lol. Best wishes to you and little Sophie in your new home, it will be very happy for you!

  • @KonnieHua1980
    @KonnieHua1980 3 года назад +5

    Congratulations! How exciting -- I can't wait to see it all when it's finished. Such a lovely place with so much potential. Especially the courtyard; there is nothing as wonderful as having your own little private space, surrounded by beautiful plants where you can go relax, meditate, or simply sit and read a good book. Wishing you many years of cozy comfort in your new home 🏡.

  • @indianajones4016
    @indianajones4016 3 года назад

    Ideas to fix the red tiles:
    1. Get some tile paint and paint them baby pink or something you love
    2. Use an adhesive floral or patterned wall paper / decal which can be removable if need be. You can buy ones online now that really easily stick on and off
    Another tip would be to change all the handles to something more your classic style like brushed gold, either a square shape or a traditional version with a curve.
    Doing both these two easy changes will completely transform the kitchen
    Happy housewarming x

  • @patm3814
    @patm3814 3 года назад +3

    What a beautiful home - so light and bright ! And having the courtyard is such a bonus - you will use that a lot in the good weather. Really enjoy your channel - such thoughtful, relaxing and beautiful content. Thank you !

  • @veronicarunge2241
    @veronicarunge2241 3 года назад

    Hope you feel better soon. Wow moving when you did not feel the best takes a huge effort. Your new place looks great. Look after yourself and your cute dog. Thank you for your vlogs from Brisbane Australia.

  • @jenniferbakos6913
    @jenniferbakos6913 3 года назад +14

    I’m so excited for you. This space has such potential. I’m sure you will do beautiful things with it.

  • @zulemaalamo4863
    @zulemaalamo4863 3 года назад

    Congratulations Nicholas on your new flat, you can always paint the kitchen tiles, love to see you renovate/decorate your flat.

  • @Susana-0025
    @Susana-0025 3 года назад +4

    It would have been really testy moving and being unwell. Take your time and hope you recover soon. I love the big windows and Sophie looks quite chilled in her new surroundings. Thank you for sharing 🌸🫖🌼

  • @RosaLopez-zw2ff
    @RosaLopez-zw2ff 3 года назад

    Your new place is very spacious and know that your touches of decor will make it look even more beautiful. Enjoy your peaceful new place.

  • @anned.3598
    @anned.3598 3 года назад +5

    While I was watching, I kept thinking it had such a charming cottage feel about it. Just beautiful. So happy for you Nicolas (and Sophie) - Can't wait to see you get to decorating your stunning new home.

  • @elizabethmorgan2513
    @elizabethmorgan2513 3 года назад +1

    I just want to tell you that there are peel and stick “tiles” which can go right over those red backsplash tiles. They are removable as well. Just sharing an idea. They are all over RUclips as a way for renters to redecorate their kitchens. Hope that helps!!

  • @danielintheantipodes6741
    @danielintheantipodes6741 3 года назад +5

    A beautiful flat. I love the look of it, so quintessentially Scottish, that wonderful stone! Congratulations and thank you for the tour. 10/10 for being willing to paint it. There are things I work very hard at, but house painting is not one of them! LOL! Thank you for the video. Have a fabulous week and I hope you are soon well again.

  • @kathrynbellerose3925
    @kathrynbellerose3925 3 года назад

    Nicolas the flat is lovely and l believe you will be quite happy there. I look forward to see how it all gets decorated although what you have done thus far is beautiful. Please feel better and get your rest. God Bless.

  • @que2h.690
    @que2h.690 3 года назад +12

    Charming apartment.....as are you ! Feel better, rest . Moving is exhausting enough .
    ( Where did you place the Ikea sideboard??!! A fav piece along with the
    hutch you kept dark !)
    Thank you for the initial tour.

  • @TNMountaingirl
    @TNMountaingirl 3 года назад

    Best wishes and a speedy recovery. Looking forward to you feeling better and seeing your new apartment complete.