Wearing Colour, Creating Colour
Workday 02/04/2025
Today began with steady progress on the mural I’ve been painting, where I nearly completed the entire left side. It’s been a long and detailed journey partly because I’m a perfectionist, but also because I want each flower, stem, and brushstroke to carry intention and care. I find comfort and motivation in staying true to my creative identity, even during these long sessions. Wearing colorful dresses that mirror my mood and playing vintage, upbeat music help me maintain energy and focus. There’s something powerful about creating in an environment that feels joyful and deeply personal.
Midday brought a shift in pace as I moved from painting to decision-making, communicating with the president of the Château about the final colour of the marble countertop for the kitchen renovation. This was more complex than I initially expected, as we had to carefully consider not only the aesthetics how it would harmonise with the existing tiling, furniture, and overall palette but also its practical elements like stain resistance, ease of cleaning, and long-term durability. These layers of consideration made the process more engaging, and I look forward to discussing the options further with the material specialist on Thursday. It’s moments like this that help me better understand how vision and function coexist in design decisions, especially when guided by Natasha’s clear standards and taste.
As the day came to a close, I spent some quiet time observing the gardening team at work outside. I was drawn to the way they were carefully clearing out old plants in preparation for the new flowers that will be planted next week. There’s something deeply fulfilling about watching each small step unfold as part of a much larger transformation. It reminded me of how interconnected all of our roles are from design and planning to the physical labor of planting and how the collaboration between the French and American teams is building something truly timeless. These everyday glimpses into the process continue to shape the way I understand and appreciate what it means to design not just for beauty, but for lasting impact.