You are a foreign resident in Bordeaux looking to refurbish your home, but feeling overwhelmed by the management of local tradesmen and navigating French bureaucracy?
Stone & Key is here to help.
Why Stone & Key?
Expertise & Experience
At Stone & Key, we assist foreign homeowners in France with their home refurbishment projects.
Laura, the founder of Stone & Key is an Engineer by trade. After her studies, she decided to move to Sydney and work for Suez as a Proposals Engineer, managing multi-millions dollar water treatment projets. Having lived in Australia for more than a decade she acquired the citizenship.
During her time at Suez, she has developed a robust skill set in supervising complex projects within strict cost and time constraints.
Moving back to France, Laura decided to dedicate her time in managing more humain scaled projets that offer the satisfaction of overseeing them from inception to completion. She went back to study to certify as « Real Estate Renovation Project Management » and launched her own business: Stone & Key.
At Stone & Key, Laura’s extensive experience in project management ensures that your renovation is executed smoothly, on time, and within budget
Comprehensive Project Management
We guide you through every step of your renovation project, from the initial concept to final completion. Our services include:
1. Project Design
We collaborate with you to create a renovation plan and layout that aligns with your vision and requirements.
2. Budgeting and Planning
We develop a detailed work program and cost breakdown that includes not only obvious renovation costs but all project-related expenses, such as material delivery and home cleaning. This comprehensive price sheet is reviewed and finalised with you to ensure you stay within your budget.
3. Hiring and Managing Tradespeople
We connect you with reliable, skilled, and competitively priced local tradespeople for your project. We oversee all stakeholders throughout the project to ensure all work meets your standards, needs, and objectives with high quality.
4. Handling French Bureaucracy and Homeowners' Association
From obtaining necessary permits and approvals to managing inspections, we handle all interactions with French administrative bodies and building co-owners on your behalf.
5. Ongoing Supervision and Updates
We conduct regular site visits and quality checks to ensure your project remains on track. We manage any unexpected events and keep you regularly updated, ensuring there are no surprises. We offer advice and solutions while maintaining full transparency, allowing you to make enlightened decisions.
Our Process
Visio
# We discuss your project
- Pictures & videos
- Technical reports & drawings
Site visit & cost estimate
# Site visit to understand your renovation goals, preferences, and budget
# I provide expert technical and administrative insight on your project
# Upon requested, I can prepare a cost estimate for your renovation helping to confirm the viability of your project
# Visit : 120€ TTC I Visit & cost estimate : from 220€ TTC (deductible from full project assistance)
>> You decide if you wish to proceed with us.
- Signed Stone & Key's quote (fixed price)
Customised Project Plan
# Aesthetic concept defintion and 3D layout
# Timeline
# Price sheet based on tradesman/women committed quotes
# I ensure that all aspects of the comprehensive plan are transparent and clearly communicated
- Pre-construction assessments
- Damage insurance
- (Town planning office approval)
Seamless Execution
# Coordinating with stakeholders: we ensure everything is executed flawlessly
# Reporting: you receive regular updates so you stay informed without the stress of direct involvement
# Cost and time management
# Coordinating material order and delivery
# Assisting site acceptance
Option:
# Furnishing
# Coordinating with a Real Estate Agency to find a tenant
Moving in
Why our clients trust us?
Local Knowledge, Global Standards
Our deep understanding of the local market, combined with our commitment to international standards of excellence, makes us uniquely equipped to handle your renovation project.
Transparent Communication
We prioritise clear, consistent communication, ensuring you are always in the loop and fully aware of project progress and any developments.
Personalised Service
Each project is unique, and we tailor our services to meet your specific requirements and preferences, ensuring a personalised and stress-free experience.
Get started today
Ready to transform your Bordeaux home without the hassle?
Contact Stone & Key for a consultation
Phone number: +33 6 51 63 06 24
Email: laura@stoneandkey.fr