Born and raised in Paris, France. I have been living and working as a structural engineer in New York city since 2007.

I am pretty independent and enjoy a quiet time as much as good company. I consider myself as easy going and don't need much to be happy. I am one of those that has the security of a desk job but dreams of adventures all the time !

I love the outdoors and will do a lot for a good hike. I typically travel with a tent and a water pump ! I have discovered the fun of bouldering recently and probably will have climbing shoes in my pack.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Meet new people and get new experiences !

Interests

Architecture, arts, photography

• arts
• architecture
• photography
• traveling
• bouldering
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• rock climbing
• engineering
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

I am pretty open when it comes to music. I used to play the violin so I have something for classical music and opera, but I will also enjoy jazz, rock, rap, disco, and anything else !

My favorite movies ? From Life is Beautiful to Lost in Translation through The fifth element and Crouching Tiger and hidden dragons... I also enjoy japanese animation a lot, especially the works of Studio Ghibli.

Top 5 books ? Dune, The Stranger, My Sweet Orange Tree, Musashi, Collapse.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I spent 4 days on my own driving around the jungly mountains of Northern Thailand on a little motorcycle. I had a tent and would sleep in the middle of the clear cut fields. It was a lot of fun and a very exhilarating experience.
The best part is that I don't know how to drive and never had a driving license !

Teach, Learn, Share

I love to teach almost as much as I love to learn. I have formally taught structural engineering for a few semester, but I also like to share whatever skill I have: French, English, photography...

What I Can Share with Hosts

Hopefully some good conversation and good company ! But at least good meal.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Canada, China, Cuba, Egypt, Germany, Greece, Italy, Mexico, Myanmar, Netherlands, Panama, Russian Federation, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, United States