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The complete rehabilitation of one of Paris’s high-rise buildings, the former headquarters of the National Forestry Office (ONF), is underway. Racine project, led by Alderan and envisioned by Maud Caubet, aims to transform uses of this iconic building constructed in the 1970s, while preserving its architectural identity and ensuring it opens up more to the surrounding city.

Batiactu provides a comprehensive overview of the construction work through an illustrated slideshow!

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On Tuesday, April 11th, students from Saint-Joseph College in Pipriac worked on the Cube.S project, a challenge for secondary schools. It engages the educational community and students over a 5-ear period. The Center for Studies and Expertise on Risks, Environment, Mobility, and Development (Cerema), represented by Didier Meaux and Julie Baumann, is assisting the college in partnership with the Departmental Union of Catholic Institutions Management (Udogec) and the College Organizing Committees (Ogec).

The students’ testimonies reveal the impact of this initiative as Lucas explains: “I chose the environment. I set a goal for myself to spend less time in front of the TV. I make sure to turn off lights every time I leave a room. I want to show more interest in nature and its preservation. When we see these beautiful spaces, we must protect them. We discuss it with our family at home“. The students are realizing that it is through each individual’s action that we will collectively achieve results in the quality of daily life.

Read full article in Ouest-France

Charmed by a family home located near Paris, the owners nevertheless wanted to redesign the interior and give it a fresh update. They also wished to expand the house to enjoy a more comfortable space. The couple entrusted their project to the Recto Verso Architects agency, which conceived a beautiful extension and optimized the living spaces.

To seamlessly integrate the building into its urban and residential environment, Andrius Queiroz and Julien Combot opted for a contemporary architecture with clean and sleek lines, in harmony with the existing residence.

A great example of a family home refurbishment!

Read Stéphanie Thibault’s article in Maison à part

The project involves a six-story complex on André Morizet Avenue. Its aim is to transform what was once a hotel, then an office building, into a 3-star upscale residence with 41 serviced apartments.

Raphael Madar, CEO of Groupe WS, explains: “This project responds to an entirely new demand: that of workers who have moved to the provinces and are seeking a regular foothold in Île-de-France, which is more personal than a traditional hotel“.

Other similar projects, co-signed by EXTENDAM and Groupe WS, are expected to emerge soon. John Hewitt, real estate manager at EXTENDAM, says: “We are looking at a number of cases. Our strategy of transforming old hotel assets or obsolete office buildings is more relevant than ever. The idea is to expand this offering not only in Île-de-France but also in other regions“.

Read Catherine Boquet’s article in Les Echos

Reusable and sustainable everyday products? It’s possible with INGA! To address the significant number of disposable products and everyday items discarded each year in France, Benjamin Bir, Marion Guy, and Christophe Terrin had an idea. That idea is INGA, a brand that aims to inspire everyone to transition from disposable to sustainable by offering reusable household paper and items (such as paper towels, sponges, makeup remover pads, etc.).

INGA offers affordable products made from recyclable, recycled, and/or organic materials designed to last a long time with the same effectiveness, in order to convince consumers to make the switch.

Thank you INGA, for this wonderful initiative!

Launched in 2019, this challenge among middle schools and high schools has already engaged nearly 300,000 students from over 900 educational institutions in using their imagination to save energy. This competition brings together students, teachers, and technicians around the same issue: how to adjust their behaviors to consume less. A partnership between local government and the National Education system is also formed during the competition to support each team in their quest for savings.

Read full article in La Gazette des Communes

Owned by the investor duo EXTENDAM / VICARTEM, the Marty Hotel Bordeaux – Tapestry Collection by Hilton, operated by the hotel management company Younight Hospitality, is now open to the public.

Located at 153, rue Georges-Bonnac in Bordeaux, this new urban lifestyle destination features a large bar adorned with a cascade of chandeliers. The decor of this true centerpiece in the heart of the hotel’s lobby combines classic writing woodwork with industrial steel and concrete elements, punctuated by vibrant colors, vintage furniture, and fabrics with diverse textures.

Read the article on Tendance Hôtellerie

On Tuesday, June 13th, professionals and hospitality experts will gather for the Hotel Barometer restitution conference organized by Business Immo. Through various indicators collected by EXTENDAM with the support of different partners, it provides insights into the dynamics of hotel and tourism activities in France and Europe.

It’s a great opportunity to listen to sector experts’ analyses, such as Johanna Capoani, MRICS, Deputy Director – Head of Hospitality Department, Swiss Life Asset Managers France, Jean-Christophe Charolle – Director Hotels, Christie & Co – France, Aoife Roche, Senior Director Commercial Hotels STR, Jean-François Demorge, founder of HUCHET-DEMORGE Consulting, and Jean-Marc Palhon, Chairman of EXTENDAM.

Register for the conference on Business Immo

We are pleased to announce the arrival of Christina Mibanga Kabina as a project manager within the Great Ideas team. Christina will now work alongside us in developing the agency and the exciting projects entrusted to us.

Christina explains: “I am proud to join the wonderful team at Les Grandes Idées, and I am eager to contribute to bringing to life the many beautiful projects that are shaping our future in their own ways“.

A warm welcome to her!

In the heart of the 12th borough of Paris, adjacent to the Sorbonne Nouvelle, the former headquarters of the National Forestry Office (ONF) established in 1976 is undergoing a transformation. A heritage to preserve and enhance, this iconic building in the neighborhood is being revitalized by Maud Caubet Architects. This project, named Racine, interacts with the existing elements and presents a new landmark in the area.

The building retains its distinctive appearance with a preserved and enhanced façade. Its basement is transformed into a courtyard. The roof, on the other hand, will be entirely redesigned, crowned with a greenhouse-like structure, resembling a suspended winter garden reaching towards the sky.

Discover Racine in Up Magazine