MAREDI Design

Life in Anjou, in the Loire Valley, is one of our greatest sources of inspiration. If you have followed us for a while, you know how much this region (where we split our time) means to us. There is a certain softness to life in this part of France, in the light, in the landscapes, in the stone and in the pace of everyday living. We call it the slow life, but it’s actually known as “la douceur angevine,” alluding to the quiet tranquility that is a signature of this region.

From village streets to local materials to breathtaking landscapes, this part of France constantly reminds us that the most meaningful spaces are the ones rooted in place. This is a glimpse of Anjou through our eyes, and through the lens of our design studio.

Follow along for more French life, architecture, and design inspiration.

This is the kind of before-and-after we never get tired of.
Behind these walls: tuffeau stone restoration, opened-up spaces, new sightlines, and the slow work of bringing a historic Loire Valley home back to life.
Every project has a turning point and this chapter is one of them.
Swipe through to see the transformation in progress, then head to Substack for the full Chapter 10 story.
And be honest: are you a “preserve the patina” person or a “cover it all up” person?