Expert Advice - Design & Renovation
The low-down on Les Puces
One of the largest flea markets in the world, the Marché aux Puces, in the northern suburb of Saint-Ouen, is the perfect place to seek out everything from vintage clothing and old vinyl to antique furniture – but, to find the very best treasures, you need to know where to go. Here we bring you…
What do I need to know about doing a basic renovation?
It’s highly likely that once you get the keys to your new apartment, you’ll want to think about doing a renovation. It’s not unusual for French owners to live in the same apartment for many years, without having done much to keep it up to date, or if the place has been rented out then…
Furnishing your rental apartment
If you are purchasing your apartment as an investment – i.e. on a buy-to-let basis – the first thing you will need to decide is whether to rent it out as ‘furnished’ (meublée) or ‘unfurnished’ (vide). In France, there is a significant difference between the two, as tenants typically have greater protection when renting an…
Important advice on kitting out your Paris pad
An enjoyable aspect of moving into your new Parisian pad is choosing the decor, but there are a few technical aspects to bear in mind before you begin. Perhaps the most important thing to check is the state of the electrical system – paying attention to the grounding and the safety of the current system…
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With views overlooking a fairy-tale courtyard on the Île de la Cité, one of the two natural islands at the centre of Paris, this newly-renovated one-bedroom apartment is overflowing with charm. o Found…
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