EXCEPTIONAL ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

Your custom-designed contemporary architect home

Our Areas of Expertise

We design exceptional homes
that blend seamlessly with their surroundings
and reflect the way you live,
accompanying you from concept to completion
across France, Europe, and beyond.

Signature Projects

Each structure is a unique response to its surroundings, where modern engineering meets the timeless beauty of natural materials.

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PHILOSOPHY

Being Architects

“Architecture is a universal language. It is a matter of geometry, but also of spirituality. Depending on the circumstances, one may choose a square or a triangle, but ultimately the result should be a place that speaks to the human heart.” Tadao Ando, Architect

Our practice supports you through every stage of your bespoke project:

  • Listening carefully to your needs and constraints (budget, site, lifestyle)
  • Tailored preliminary design: concept sketches, site integration, and cost estimate
  • Planning permission application and administrative support
  • Construction supervision and coordination of trusted contractors

We place particular emphasis on architectural coherence, the purity of forms, and the quality of materials.

Project Map

Based in Lyon and Paris,
the practice works across France and throughout Europe.

From the French Riviera to the Alpine peaks, discover the impact of our sustainable structures.

  •   COMPLETED PROJECTS
  •   ONGOING
  •   STUDIES

Review

A big thank you to Jean and his team for their constructive listening and the architectural solutions they proposed. Their support enabled our project to take shape quickly.

Architecture et Bois designed the home we had always dreamed of. Talented, approachable, and wonderfully easy to work with. A five-star service!

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Let's discuss your project and create a bespoke architecture that reflects your lifestyle.

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Why choose Architecture et Bois for your project?

Above all, we hope your decision will be inspired by the emotional connection you feel with our projects and our approach to architecture. We believe this first impression is then reinforced by more than 30 years of experience in designing contemporary homes and timber buildings, as well as by the expertise and commitment of the trusted partners who support us throughout every stage of the project.

What types of architectural projects do you undertake?

We work on projects of all sizes, provided that architectural design is at the heart of the commission.

Every project is unique and deserves a bespoke architectural response, carefully tailored to the brief, the site, and the client’s aspirations. However, we do not undertake renovation projects that involve neither an extension nor a significant architectural transformation.

Do you provide a complete architectural service?

Yes. We support you throughout every stage of the design process, from the initial sketches to the planning permission application, and then through the preparation of the detailed construction documents required for contractor tendering.

Depending on the project’s location and nature, the tendering process and construction supervision are then managed by one of our trusted project management partners or by a qualified local professional with whom we collaborate.

Which regions do you work in?

We design projects throughout France and internationally. Our main areas of activity are the Paris region and the Rhône-Alpes region, where our offices are located.

Construction supervision is carried out by trusted project management partners or experienced local professionals in the region where the project is built.

What is the difference between an architect-designed home and a standard house?

The main difference lies in the design approach. An architect-designed home is created specifically for its site, taking into account the surrounding environment, your lifestyle, and your budget.

We also offer a collection of contemporary house designs created by our practice. While based on established architectural concepts, each home is carefully adapted to its specific site through its positioning, window layouts, and selected interior arrangements, ensuring genuine architectural quality.

What budget should I expect for an architect-designed home?

The cost of an architect-designed home depends on many factors, including its size, specification, complexity, site conditions, and location.

As a general guide, construction costs for a bespoke contemporary home typically start at around €3,000 (incl. VAT) per square metre of living space. This does not include ancillary areas, external landscaping, site servicing, or the fees of the architect and engineering consultants.

Which materials do you favour?

We give priority to durable, long-lasting materials and, whenever possible, to bio-based materials with a lower environmental impact.

Timber naturally plays a central role in many of our projects, but we also combine it with concrete, stone, glass, steel, and other carefully selected materials to create contemporary, elegant architecture that responds sensitively to its surroundings.