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Benefits, process and cost of a turnkey renovation
What is a turnkey renovation?
Renovating an apartment or renovating a house involves carrying out improvements that enhance comfort and energy efficiency while transforming the interior into a living space that reflects your personality.
A successful comprehensive renovation project involves several stages, each requiring a different area of expertise:
- Architectural and interior design draws on the expertise of an interior architect (e.g. floor plans, choice of materials, etc.).
- Renovation works require the skills of specialist tradespeople (e.g. painters, heating engineers, plumbers, etc.).
- Interior decoration and furnishing involve the expertise of an interior decorator (e.g. purchasing and assembling furniture, bespoke joinery, etc.).
Provided every aspect of the renovation project is carefully managed, buying a property in need of renovation is one of the best ways to increase the value of an apartment or house relatively quickly.
Renovation projects are often technically demanding, energy-intensive and time-consuming. They can feel daunting and stressful, particularly for individuals or households making their first property purchase.
A turnkey renovation involves entrusting the management of your project to a specialist renovation company, which takes responsibility for the architectural and interior design, renovation works and, in some cases, interior decoration.
In practical terms, the renovation company is responsible for:
- Understanding the client's ideas and preferences.
- Making recommendations that reflect the client's wishes.
- Assessing the overall cost and timeframe of the renovation.
- Handling the administrative procedures required before work can begin.
- Appointing and coordinating the various subcontractors.
- Keeping the client informed of progress throughout the project.
With a turnkey renovation, a dedicated project manager acts as your single point of contact. Attentive to your needs, they oversee every detail of your property's complete or partial renovation, drawing on a team of skilled professionals who can also contribute ideas and recommendations.
At Maison Kyka, we believe renovation is most meaningful when a property is reimagined as a whole. That is why we offer our clients a comprehensive renovation service. This approach allows us to make a greater impact on the property's comfort, energy efficiency and aesthetic appeal.
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“We chose Maison Kyka for our first investment! We're absolutely delighted with the result. Our apartment is perfect, and Céline and Anton supported us brilliantly throughout the process. They were attentive and extremely responsive. A huge bonus: the project was completed almost exactly on schedule. We couldn't recommend them more highly!” Jeanne S.
Why entrust your property renovation to professionals?
Entrusting your property renovation to a specialist company allows you to:
- Make informed decisions with the guidance and expertise of professionals.
- Maximise your property's value while optimising expenditure.
- Save time and reduce the mental load of managing the project.
Benefit from professional advice and expertise
Renovating a property gives you the freedom to create a space that truly reflects your personality, combining the charm of period architecture with modern comfort.
When viewing an apartment or a house in need of renovation, it is not always easy to imagine what it could become. The support of experienced professionals can make all the difference, helping you recognise a property's potential after renovation.
When you work with Maison Kyka, our interior architecture studio can produce a sketch following the viewing of a property that interests you. This helps you make an informed decision by visualising how the property could be transformed through renovation.
Once you have purchased the property, professional guidance remains invaluable in identifying the most worthwhile improvements. For example, an interior architect's floor plan can demonstrate the benefits of removing a partition wall or, conversely, dividing a room into two to create an additional bedroom or bathroom.
An experienced interior architect can also offer valuable advice on choosing materials, purchasing efficient equipment (such as radiators and mechanical ventilation systems) and designing bespoke joinery to make the most of the available space in every room. These decisions can significantly influence a property's comfort, practicality and value, both in the short and long term.
Finally, project management is the cornerstone of any successful renovation. A turnkey renovation significantly increases the likelihood of success because the appointed company is responsible for:
- Selecting tradespeople and ensuring the quality of their work.
- Managing the smooth running of the project, including coordinating tradespeople and dealing with unforeseen issues.
- Keeping the project on schedule and within budget.
With Maison Kyka, every aspect of your renovation is taken into account to ensure that work is completed on time and within budget. The architectural design phase begins before the preliminary sale agreement is signed, allowing renovation work to start as soon as possible after the purchase is finalised.
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“Maison Kyka is an incredible experience, with an amazing team! I'm now the proud owner of a property that Maison Kyka found and completely renovated for me! Buying your first home can be complicated and intimidating, so having this level of support made it the best possible experience!” Jordan L.
Maximise your property's value through professional renovation
Choosing a turnkey renovation managed by experts is an effective strategy for increasing your property's long-term value.
Today, buyers and tenants are looking for homes that meet the latest standards of comfort and energy efficiency. For example, improving a property's French Energy Performance Certificate (DPE) rating can significantly increase its appeal on the property market, not only because of its reduced environmental impact but also because of the savings it offers on energy bills.
Energy-efficiency renovations are often more technically demanding and require a thorough assessment to identify the most appropriate improvements: insulation, replacement heating systems, solar panel installation and more. An experienced site manager is an invaluable partner in reviewing quotations, selecting the best-value solutions and supervising the quality of the work.
Unlike a fragmented renovation project, where quotations may change as work progresses, a renovation company provides a comprehensive and accurate estimate from the outset. This helps you avoid unexpected cost overruns that could increase your initial investment and reduce the capital gain you might achieve when reselling the property.
Furthermore, unlike an architect acting solely as a project manager, a company such as Maison Kyka is directly involved in carrying out the renovation work. This enables us to commit to a fixed budget while ensuring that agreed deadlines are met.
Entrusting your property renovation to Maison Kyka is therefore a reliable and financially rewarding solution. You benefit from bespoke support and the assurance that work will be carried out with care to maximise the property's value. Whether you intend to sell or rent it out, a beautifully finished home renovated to modern standards is a considerable advantage in a competitive property market.
Save time and enjoy peace of mind
Undertaking renovation work can quickly become a challenge for those unfamiliar with the process. Without experience, managing a building project can seem particularly complex and time-consuming. From administrative procedures and finding reliable tradespeople to supervising the work, every stage can become a source of stress and exhaustion.
Unfortunately, unexpected setbacks are common during renovations. A tradesperson rescheduling an appointment at the last minute or materials arriving late can create unnecessary stress. A turnkey renovation company manages these unforeseen circumstances, keeping the project running as smoothly as possible while allowing you to focus on your professional and family commitments.
For example, if you are renovating a property far from your current home, choosing a turnkey renovation saves you costly and time-consuming journeys. There is no need to travel to check on progress: your project manager handles unexpected issues on your behalf and keeps you regularly informed.
For expatriates and international buyers looking to invest in French property, undertaking a renovation can seem like an impossible task. With a turnkey renovation, the appointed company ensures clear communication and transparent project monitoring, allowing work to be completed on schedule even when you are living abroad.
Looking to move in or rent out your property as quickly as possible? Entrusting your renovation to Maison Kyka allows work to be planned and completed within two to three months, without compromising the quality of the finished result.
“I would recommend the Maison Kyka experience 100%! Absolutely no mental load, as they take care of everything. The team is attentive to your needs and requests, which makes the entire process incredibly smooth. A huge thank you to Maison Kyka!" Perrine J.
Déroulement d’une rénovation clé en main avec Maison Kyka
How a turnkey renovation works with Maison Kyka
When you choose Maison Kyka, our comprehensive service includes:
- Searching for a property to renovate.
- Preparing a detailed architectural and interior design proposal.
- Carrying out the renovation works and decorating the interior.
Finding and purchasing a property to renovate
After signing a property search mandate, a dedicated property project manager is responsible for:
- Finding properties that match your criteria.
- Accompanying you on apartment or house viewings.
- Guiding you through every stage of the property purchase.
Our team, with its in-depth knowledge of the property market in Paris and the wider Île-de-France region, helps you choose the ideal neighbourhood based on your investment strategy, market opportunities and lifestyle. Whether you are looking for an apartment to renovate in Paris's 18ᵗʰ arrondissement or a rental investment on the Left Bank, our support is comprehensive and highly personalised.
As soon as your purchase offer has been countersigned, the architectural design phase begins. This allows renovation work to start as early as the day after the final deed of sale is signed.
Architectural and interior design
The architectural and interior design phase takes between one and two months. The aim is to create a layout tailored to your preferences while achieving the ideal balance between practicality, natural light and comfort.
First, we send you a style questionnaire. This helps us understand your preferences and match you with the interior architect best suited to your project.
At the same time, a technical survey of the purchased property is carried out to take precise measurements of the home, including rooms, windows and other architectural features.
Once you have completed the style questionnaire, an initial briefing meeting is arranged. Attended by your property project manager and the selected interior architect, this first meeting provides an opportunity to discuss your expectations in greater depth, particularly in terms of comfort, style and energy efficiency.
Next, a series of design meetings takes place, allowing your interior architect to develop a bespoke layout with you and agree on your preferred decorative style and materials. Where necessary, we consult an engineering firm to assess the feasibility of certain alterations, such as removing a load-bearing wall.
Design meetings can take place in person or remotely. They are generally scheduled around two weeks apart, giving you time to consider your decisions and, if you wish, seek the opinions of family or friends.
At the end of the architectural and interior design phase, you receive a comprehensive design dossier containing all the aesthetic and technical details of your renovation project. For example, it includes 3D visualisations showing your chosen colours and materials, helping you picture the finished interior.
Renovation works and interior decoration
Once the design dossier has been approved, the site manager takes over as your main point of contact, from the start of construction through to the handover of the keys.
Their role has two main responsibilities:
- Ensuring effective coordination between the site manager, technical director, tradespeople and the team responsible for sourcing the materials and equipment required for the project.
- Keeping you regularly informed of progress.
To work more efficiently, Maison Kyka relies on its own team of tradespeople. This gives us greater independence in carrying out renovation works, allows us to maintain higher quality standards and reduces the risk of unforeseen issues associated with hiring tradespeople employed by external companies.
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