CHIC Redesign

01/01/2026

Good News for New Year 2026!

Every new year, we reflect on what has happened in the past twelve months, hoping that the next year will either be as good or better than the past one. But do you know that human nature tends to dwell on bad experiences? This negative bias is a survival strategy, designed to keep us alive when we u...

12/25/2025

Parmesan and rosemary mini buns and sticks with home-made Boursin! Nothing like Christmas Eve to inspire me to make simple finger food! Happy Holidays!

11/28/2025

DESIGN-ON-A-DIME CHALLENGE? DONE!

A few months ago, I was approached by two sharp, young professionals to furnish and decorate a charming 1922 home - on a tight budget. The listing, with its wide-angle shots, boasted 1,000 square feet of potential. In reality, the space measured a cozy 34' x 22' - just 750 square feet. Exactly the k...

11/27/2025

On this Thanksgiving Day, I want to thank you all, clients and work partners, who have continued to trust and support me over the years. It’s now over 24 years ago that I sat on that classroom bench in Montreal, surrounded by very young college students, and decided to toss my M.Sc. Environmental Engineering background in the trash and become an interior designer. Over the years, you have confirmed that I made the right decision to truly follow my path.

In a time or international unrest, even in my native country France, I hope you find comfort, hope and a bountiful of simple things to be thankful for this holiday season. Being a guest this year at my daughter's, who is hosting for the first time, I do not have to prep the whole thing but could not resist volunteering for many items prep! So, between roasting potatoes and Yorkshire puddings that have kept their beautiful puffed shape*, I take few minutes to wish you a very thankful Thanksgiving.

*Puffed puddings are one of the reasons why my English husband stays married to me!

Happy Thanksgiving!
Céline, CHIC Redesign

07/14/2025

One of CHIC's most unique projects is on the market!

I’m proud to share one of the most stunning properties I’ve had the privilege to design. My journey with Lauren and Michael began in 2012, and over the years, I’ve worked with them on multiple homes as their family and business evolved. Now, they’re ready for their next chapter—and this ex...

04/12/2025

DESIGN-ON-A-DIME CHALLENGE? ACCEPTED!

Picture this: two young and savvy professionals ask you to furnish and decorate a charming 1922 home on a shoestring budget. The listing, showcasing a roomy space with wide-angle pictures, promised 1,000 square feet of possibilities, but reality presented a snug abode that was only 34' x 22' (750 sq...

04/01/2025

I rarely post, but when I do... Joke apart, as a small business, every dollar not spent is a dollar earnt. And businesses who support small businesses can make a difference in our day-to-day operation. Today the award of customer support goes to McGinty (I hope she gets full credit) of T-Force at T-Mobile who went above and beyond. I walked away from the chat with Gabi feeling supported and valued. Kudos to you, Gabi!

12/30/2024

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

A century ago, visionaries predicted a future where our food would be chemically engineered (Twizzlers, anyone?) and pocket-sized devices would allow us to see and hear each other across great distances. What once seemed like science fiction is now our everyday reality. However, one thing that hasn....

11/28/2024

Happy Holidays 2024 and Bread-Baking Class on 12/07!

On this day before Thanksgiving, I want to thank you—my faithful clients, friends, and work partners—for your continued trust and support. It has been many years since I set aside my M.Sc. in Environmental Engineering to become an interior designer. But not a day goes by that I am thankful for t...

04/21/2024

Bread Baking Classes + Next Repair Cafés

BREAD-BAKING CLASSES: If you want to learn to bake French loaves and fougasses (French version of the Italian focaccia) that will wow your guests, please drop me an email or a text. The 4-person, 2-3 hour class (quick-rise/no knead bread) will run in my kitchen in North Framingham, on Saturday morni...

02/04/2024

Interior Design Classes + Break Baking Classes + Next Repair Café

INTERIOR DESIGN CLASSES: It is now official: after a 10-year hiatus, I will be teaching interior design again at Keefe at Night in Framingham, starting 03/27/2024. The 5 classes run on Wednesdays from 6pm to 8pm (03/27, 04/03, 04/10, 04/24 and 05/01 - No class on 04/17). Class space is limited but p...

01/15/2024

It's official! After a 10-year hiatus, I will teach Interior Design at Keefe Tech at Night again! Classes start on Wed. 03/27 and run for 5 weekly sessions (no class on 04/17), from 6 to 8pm. Space is limited! Registration at https://registration.xendirect.com/keefeatnight/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=3274