How we created a stunning handmade solid plywood kitchen in Valbonne
Solid ply is an ideal material for use in kitchens as it is strong, copes better with water damage than MDF and can be polished or painted. This wood was therefore the perfect choice for an American family when designing their kitchen – creating a…
Magnificent marble and bespoke bathrooms in Valbonne
Imagine yourself enjoying a refreshing shower, the sunlight streaming through tripled glazed French doors; opening onto a secluded outdoor private terrace with beautiful views. It is a dream for many of us. For one American family it is though the reality – and the culmination…
Transforming a 1980s property into a stunning contemporary villa
Over the past 7 months we have been working on a major renovation project in the pretty village of Valbonne in the Côte d’Azur. In July the transformation is close to completion changing a 1980s terracotta red building into a smart, contemporary and highly energy-efficient…
Did your cheaper renovation cost you more in the long run?
No matter the size of your budget is it is always tempting to save money where you can. We understand this. But – if the money you spend results in a poor quality job, has long-term defects – or it is simply difficult (or impossible)…
Renovating a property on the Côte d’Azur
Valbonne is a charming village, 20 minutes’ drive from the coast and dating from Roman times, with plenty of beautiful architecture. It is also the location for our current project – work is still in progress with completion due this summer. In October 2018 we…
Energy-efficient heating and air conditioning systems that keep you in control
This spring the weather has been extremely warm and mild and with summer approaching air conditioning systems will soon be working hard to keep our homes cool and fresh. Dual fuel systems – essentially those which are combined Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems…
From one bathroom to five – our latest project in the Alpes-Maritimes
Roquefort-Les-Pins is a typically picturesque village in the Alpes-Maritimes surrounded by pine trees. It is also the beautiful home of a family for whom we completed one of our recent projects. The family have lived in France for 20 years and have been looking for…
Great looking Walk-In showers – the perfect solution for your bathroom
Walk-In showers have become increasingly popular in recent years and it is easy to understand why. Below are some of the reasons why we think walk-in showers could be a good solution for your new home, whether you are planning a major renovation or require…
Renovating an 18th century property in the mountains on the Alpes-Maritimes border
Positioned high on a rocky spur in the mountains, the pretty medieval village of Auribeau looks across the Siagne River and is the location of one of our current renovation projects. The house dates originally from the 1700s and has 6 acres of land including…
From an old office to a cool contemporary guest suite
Looking for inspiration in designing the luxurious bathroom of your dreams? 2019 is not far away, so we thought we would share with you some of the latest trends in bathroom design. In our busy lives, the bathroom is the ideal place to spend time…