Workday: 05/05/2025
Mapping, Filming and Remembering
This week began on a high note, filled with determination and a small but significant victory in the procurement process for the Lover’s Garden. After days of research, price comparisons and back-and-forths between suppliers, I successfully sourced the perfect Hydrangea arborescens ‘Annabelle’ in just the right size, shade and with a swift delivery time.
The process required a great deal of agility and persistence, especially to meet the expectations of both Natasha and Pip, who were particularly keen on larger, fuller blooms. When they saw the final selection, they were thrilled. Now I’m eagerly awaiting their arrival, excited to see how they will transform the Lover’s garden into something even more enchanting.
Shortly after, the events team approached me with an unexpected favour one I had never done before. I was asked to film the ceremonial walking route for one of our upcoming weddings, capturing not only the path itself but also the delicate natural details along the way. This was more than just a technical task; it felt like directing a moment of theatre.
I mapped out the route visually, then carefully filmed it to ensure smooth movement and composition, highlighting the flowers and ambience that define the path’s charm. The final video was well received and appreciated as a beautiful, effective way to help the bride visualise her special moment.
Once that was complete, I turned to something I had envisioned for months but never had the chance to realise, curating the office walls with artwork created by our resident artists. This small interior design venture had lived in my renderings and proposals for some time, but now I was finally able to bring it to life. Hanging these pieces transformed the space in an immediate and meaningful way. What once was a functional workroom began to feel like a vibrant continuation of the creative spirit that flows through the Château.
Each piece on the wall tells a quiet story, a tribute to the people who have passed through our residency and a reminder of the connections we’ve made. Installing their work in the office became more than decoration; it became a physical memory, a kind of gentle storytelling that anchors the soul of the space. In that moment, I felt deeply connected to both the artists and the Château, knowing that design here isn’t just about aesthetics but about weaving together people, place and purpose.