Notre-dame de paris

France: what restoration for Notre-Dame de Paris?

Graduated in 2020 from the Ecole de Chaillot, which trains heritage architects, specializing in architectural, urban and landscape conservation and restoration, Fr. Desjobert participates in the study of the restoration of the cathedral. Beginning by recalling that in France, restoration has been the subject of a true science for almost 200 years, the young Dominican […]

Eiffel tower

Working from the Eiffel Tower? These landmarks have the best connectivity for remote work

In the era of telecommuting, self-employed teleworkers can work from virtually anywhere. Report ranks iconic sites around the world based on internet speeds, free Wi-Fi offers and more. Image: Getty Images/frantic00 In the era of remote work, self-employed professionals can theoretically work from virtually anywhere; tuned to the Zoom room from the open road or […]

Palace of versailles

Abandoned Kinmel Hall mansion, known as the Welsh Palace of Versailles, for sale

One of Wales’ most historic and prestigious estates is back on the market, up for auction with an indicative price of £750,000. The sprawling mansion and supporting buildings at Kinmel Hall, near Abergele, Conwy are in desperate need of major renovation to save them from dereliction, with parts of the building already crumbling. The current […]

Palace of versailles

Abandoned mansion known as the ‘Welsh Palace of Versailles’ on sale for £750,000

Kinmel Hall, near Abergele, Conwy, is one of Wales’ most historic and prestigious estates – but the sprawling mansion and supporting buildings are in desperate need of major renovation Kinmel Hall, near Abergele, Conwy, is one of the most historic and prestigious estates in Wales. ( Image: Allsop auction house / rightmove) A derelict mansion […]

Notre-dame de paris

Rebuilding two years after the fire

Published on: 04/15/2021 – 08:41 On April 15, 2019, the fire at Notre-Dame de Paris sparked international outrage after the blaze caused its towering spire and roof to collapse, wiping out centuries of priceless heritage at the heart of culture and of French history. Two years later, the work to secure the cathedral is coming […]