Quite an architectural challenge: renovating a chalet in poor condition without technical knowledge but with the help of loved ones. Far from her comfort zone, this essential artist had to learn everything and faced the hazards of a large-scale restoration, from the structural work to the finishing touches.
Did you think you knew everything about your favorite artists? Think again. On March 5, a famous French-speaking singer will open the doors to you to a titanic rehabilitation project where glamor gives way to plaster dust and the technical constraints of architect’s plans. Forget slick clips: here, we’re talking about major renovations, upgrading standards and interior designs where each choice of materials and coverings increases nervous tension.
In the heart of Canadian nature, this chalet in the “Mid-Century modern” architectural style already had great assets: large spaces, a breathtaking view of the mountain, a swimming pool on beautiful grounds… But, as it was, the style of the place did not suit it, the obsolescence of the equipment and the lack of maintenance were glaring. The project is as ambitious as it is perilous. If the aesthetics of the 70s are dreamy on paper, the reality of the buildings is quite different. Between the boiler breaking down on the first day of work and the structural surprises, the adventure quickly turns into organized chaos.
Unlike the usual decoration shows with their precise perfection, this program immerses us in the real thing. We discover a family life punctuated by the management of a record label, a café, and the demands of an international career, all in the middle of the rubble. For this artist, the watchword is self-deprecation: she does not hesitate to break the house, literally and figuratively, to breathe new life into her haven of peace.
To carry out this family epic, she can count on her partner, Marc Flynn, but also on a colorful team: an omnipresent father, loyal friends ready to pitch in, and even interior design experts to resolve aesthetic dilemmas.
The star that you will discover as you have never seen her before is: Béatrice Martin, aka Coeur de pirate. In this documentary series entitled The twelve labors of Béatricethe young woman reveals herself in a completely new light: vulnerable, funny and surprisingly handy.
Broadcast for the first time in France on MyZen TV, this 10-episode series promises great moments of emotion and laughter. Tune in every Thursday at 8:50 p.m. to find out if the couple will manage to stay the course without losing their sense of humor.
