Chapter four: Week 4

Week 4 Reflections

This week was a much-needed journey along the French Riviera, providing a fresh perspective and a chance to explore the landscape beyond my desk. Although I didn’t advance as much on office work or design tasks, I embraced this time as research and inspiration.

I immersed myself in the region’s aesthetics and demographics, observing how other châteaus and villas care for their gardens and architecture. This experience kindled new design ideas and showed me the importance of stepping back to recharge. With a clearer vision of what’s possible, I’m eager to bring this inspiration back to Château de la Napoule, adding thoughtful touches to its own unique character