Guillaume Coutheillas, creative director of FrenchCalifornia, showcases his 1834 West Village home, which emphasizes easy entertaining. After discovering the apartment through Instagram, he renovated it to blend French, Victorian, Greek Revival, and Federal styles. Despite its small size, Coutheillas focused on maintaining historical elements while thoughtfully furnishing the space over a year, enhancing both its beauty and function. His design prioritizes the atmosphere for gatherings, reflecting his passion for hosting intimate dinners and elevating the overall aesthetic of the home.
Guillaume Coutheillas extensively transformed his 1834 West Village apartment, highlighting vintage charm while catering to laid-back entertaining and intimate dinners with friends.
Scouting Instagram for inspiration, Coutheillas was enticed by glimpses of his apartment's unique historical architecture, prompting a deeper exploration and eventual purchase.
Coutheillas embraced the challenge of designing within a small space, valuing character and history over size, ensuring every design choice was both beautiful and functional.
Furnishing the apartment took a year due to the prioritization of clients, emphasizing the need for thoughtful and curated selections that suited the home's vintage aesthetic.
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