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Courtyard Marais, Paris 75004

I love finding these old cobblestone courtyards in Paris, wondering how long the moss has been growing here and just how many well-dressed footsteps have traversed over how many centuries. They leave me wondering how many artists have endeavored their craft behind these walls and windows, laboring and rejoicing over their work, stirring the creative melting pot to see what words, what colors, what stone features arise to the surface and beg to be let loose in the world. Paris inspires…

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Lined with jewel-box boutiques and patisseries, and bustling with shoppers, the rue du Bac is one of the chicest—and busiest—streets in Paris. But behind a set of heavy carriage doors on a picturesque Directoire building hides a serene and sunny space suffused with warm color and cooled by breezes through centuries-old linden trees—it’s the kitchen

Lantern style wall sconce with curved arms

If you want a serene yet private outdoor space, considering creating a courtyard. Here's how to create a Parisian courtyard with ideas from Paris!

Access to Pavillon de la Reine is via a private garden courtyard set back from Place des Vosges, making it feel like your own private hideaway

Of all the flavors to savor in Paris there may be none more sweeter than the thrill of discovering a hidden courtyard. Maybe it’s because no matter how intimate you may believe your relations…