Apartment renovation — Paris
High-end apartment renovation
in Paris
Full renovation and restructuring of Parisian apartments — Haussmannian, Art Deco, contemporary. We rethink layouts, restore character, and design every detail with care.
Quick answer
A high-end apartment renovation in Paris is €2,500–€4,000 excl. VAT/m² of contractor works, and typically takes 9 to 14 months from first meeting to handover, including 2–3 months of design and 4–8 months of construction.
€2,500–€4,000 excl. VAT/m²
High-end works, per m²
4–8mo
Construction
9–14mo
Total project
HMONP
Registered architect
Per-m² ranges cover contractor works excluding VAT only: architect fees, technical studies, surveys, fitted kitchens, appliances, furniture and contingency are excluded.
What a full renovation includes
- Layout redesign and load-bearing wall opening
- New kitchens, bathrooms and dressings
- Full renewal of electrical, plumbing and heating networks
- Restoration of mouldings, parquet and fireplaces
- Acoustic and thermal insulation upgrades
- Custom millwork and integrated lighting
Costs and budget
A full renovation in Paris is €1,500–€2,500 excl. VAT/m² of contractor works. For high-end projects with noble materials, custom joinery and detailed design, the range is €2,500–€4,000 excl. VAT/m².
- Full renovation: €1,500–€2,500 excl. VAT/m²
- High-end renovation: €2,500–€4,000 excl. VAT/m²
- Architect fees: 8–12% of the construction cost, 12–15% for complex projects
- Co-ownership authorisations & permits when needed
A typical timeline
- Month 1: brief, feasibility, first meeting
- Months 2–3: design, materials, 3D renders
- Months 4–6: permits & co-ownership approvals
- Months 6–12: construction, weekly site supervision
- Month 12+: snagging, handover and warranties
About our practice
Architectural practice led by Cécile Dupré, HMONP-certified architect registered with the French Order of Architects (no. 087630), specialised in renovation, restructuring, building permits and high-end interior architecture across Paris, Île-de-France and the Bordeaux area.
Service area
We work across Paris and Île-de-France — including Boulogne-Billancourt, Neuilly-sur-Seine, Levallois-Perret, Asnières-sur-Seine, Issy-les-Moulineaux, Courbevoie, Vincennes, Saint-Cloud, Meudon and Clamart — as well as the Bordeaux Metropolitan Area, including Mérignac, Pessac, Talence, Bègles, Le Bouscat, Bruges, Cenon, Floirac, Lormont and Gradignan.
Frequently asked questions
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Let's talk about your project
Tell us about your space, your timeline and your ambitions. We reply within 48 hours with an initial assessment.