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Weekly Building News
2025 - Week 21
Highlights
 
Sales of homes classified as energy-inefficient have been increasing since the beginning of 2025
Conjuncture
Sales of so-called "energy-inefficient" homes have increased since the beginning of the year, according to a study by the SeLoger observatory published a few days ago. Read more
 
The real numbers on the profitability of solar and battery installations
Study / Assessment / Report by Hello Watt
Since March 28, 2025, subsidies for solar installations have been reduced, but should you give up investing? Hello Watt conducted an in-depth study on the profitability of different solar installations in three typical household profiles. Read more
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In a nutshell
 
More than 5 million inhabitants potentially exposed to urban heat islands in France
Study / Review / Report
More than five million residents live in neighborhoods that are particularly sensitive to the urban heat island phenomenon, according to a study by the Center for Studies and Expertise on Risks, the Environment, Mobility and Planning (Cerema) published Wednesday, May 21. Read more
 
Integration of land sobriety objectives into SCoTs: the Federation publishes an unprecedented report
Study / Review / Report
As part of a consultation organized from April 7 to 24, the National Federation of SCoTs questioned all public establishments with SCoTs on the progress of their Territorial Coherence Plan, the integration of the ZAN trajectory, the budgets committed, upcoming deadlines and the prospects for development in relation to the next legislative deadlines. Read more
 
How is the purchasing power of the French in new real estate evolving?
Study / Review / Report
Empruntis, a specialist in credit brokerage, publishes its biannual barometer of the new real estate market in 10 cities in France in partnership with Find-un-logement-neuf.com, an Internet portal specializing in new real estate. Read more
 
Reservations for new homes by individuals fell sharply in the first quarter
Conjuncture
Reservations for new homes by individuals with real estate developers fell again in the first quarter of 2025, by 7,9% compared to the previous quarter, according to data published Wednesday, May 21, by the Ministry of Regional Planning. Read more
 
Marked recovery in the first quarter of 1 for commercial real estate, driven by a few major transactions
Conjuncture
In an uncertain economic environment marked by slowing growth and declining employment, the French non-residential real estate market continues to recover. In the first quarter of 2025, nearly €3,2 billion was invested, up 46% year-on-year, driven primarily by three major transactions representing nearly half of the volume. Read more
 
Housing crisis: town halls desperately seek vacant properties to re-let
Accommodation
Housing left empty, or occupied only a few weeks a year. In cities where the housing crisis is penalizing all low-income residents, this phenomenon is annoying municipalities of all political persuasions, which are struggling to put these properties back on the rental market. Read more
 
The government creates a new expropriation procedure for substandard housing
Legislation
The government has issued a decree to create a new expropriation procedure for substandard housing, in order to speed up renovations and avoid the demolition of dilapidated buildings, according to a press release from the Ministry of Housing published on Friday, May 16. Read more
 
The new list of professions in demand published in the Official Journal
Regulation
Construction, agriculture, home help, hotels and restaurants: the updated list of occupations in demand, allowing the regularization of foreign workers, was published on Thursday, May 22, in the Official Journal, after several successive postponements. Read more
 
Urban renovation: 84% of operations launched, timetable relaxed
planning
Almost all (84%) of the housing transformation and development operations planned by the National Agency for Urban Renewal (ANRU) have been launched, Housing Minister Valérie Létard announced on Tuesday, May 20, although she announced a relaxation of the schedule. Read more
 
Soon there will be "super off-peak" hours for charging electric cars
Sustainable Development
On Friday, May 16, the government presented a plan to accelerate the deployment of electric car charging stations, particularly in co-ownership properties, with new charging rates during "super-off-peak" hours. Read more
 
CAPEB calls for further progress on assisted energy renovation work to combat public aid fraud
News Organization by CAPEB
The CAPEB particularly welcomes the limitation of subcontracting to two tiers for assisted energy renovation and accessibility work for all housing, from January 2, 1. This limitation has been a long-standing focus for the CAPEB. Read more
 
Elevators: between reliability, inclusion, sobriety, the reality of a sector that acts, far from preconceived ideas
News Organization by Federation of Elevators
Meeting on May 13 at the Maison de la Radio, the Elevator Federation held its Annual General Meeting, attended by its members, institutional partners, and experts. On this occasion, the industry presented its 2024 results, the actions undertaken, and its roadmap for 2025-2026, while reaffirming its commitment to safety, inclusion, innovation, and supporting energy and demographic transitions. Read more
 
At the Cannes Film Festival, an architect overwhelmed by his work in "The Stranger of the Grande Arche"
Others
His glass cube dominates the Parisian skyline, but history has forgotten his name. "The Stranger of the Grande Arche," presented at Cannes, captures the dizzying trajectory of Johan Otto von Spreckelsen, the Danish architect who would eventually be consumed by the colossal construction site of La Défense. Read more
 
Artibat 2025, spotlight on the first trends and technological events serving construction professionals
Salon by Artibat
The largest event in the construction industry in 2025, Artibat will hold its 20th edition at the Parc des Expositions in Rennes, from October 22 to 24. Despite an uncertain economic climate, this essential business meeting for construction professionals (1.000 exhibitors and 40.000 visitors) already has more than 95% of its exhibition space booked six months before the show. Read more
 
Manufacturers and Distributors
 
UFME closes its Ordinary General Meeting
News Organization by UFME
On May 14, the Union of Joinery Manufacturers (UFME) brought together nearly 170 participants, including its 11 new members, at its Ordinary General Meeting. Read more
 
VTI's second industrial site is now fully operational
News Manufacturer by IVT:
VTI - Ventilation, Technicité, Innovation - market leader in low-pressure ventilation, committed to the energy renovation of collective buildings for over 40 years, today announces the start of operations of its second industrial site, located in Frontignan (Hérault). Read more
 
Pargny-sur-Saulx (51), the first 1 production site of Edilians Group
News Manufacturer by Edilians
A recognized player in the field of building envelopes with its innovative and sustainable roofing solutions (terracotta tiles, photovoltaic solar energy and energy renovation), EDILIANS GROUP strives to be a leading European manufacturer in its field. Read more
 
ArcelorMittal France President clears Emmanuel Macron and seeks to reassure
News Manufacturer by ArcelorMittal
On Tuesday, May 20, the president of ArcelorMittal France exonerated Emmanuel Macron and the French public authorities, who had not been informed in advance of the social plan launched by the steelmaker in France, before a commission of inquiry into the "failures of public authorities in the face of redundancy plans." Read more
 
Villeroy & Boch Tiles wins the Red Dot Design Award
Contest / Prize / Trophy by Villeroy & Boch Tiles
Villeroy & Boch Carrelage has received the prestigious Red Dot Design Award 2025 in the "Product Design" category for its METALCRAFT collection. The series impresses with its combination of urban industrial style and timeless elegance. Villeroy & Boch Carrelage has thus sent out a new, strong signal of creative excellence and international design expertise. Read more
Videos
 
Tomorrow is built together - Episode 2
Video by Seguin
Can we still talk about performance... without talking about impact? The SEGUIN Group has decided to face reality. In 2023, they carried out their first carbon audit—not to check a box, but to concretely understand the impact of their business. Read more
 
What's new in MaPrimeRénov for 2025 - Let's Talk Eco Renovation
Video by sofinco
MaPrimeRénov', the flagship energy renovation assistance program, will continue to support the French in 2025, albeit with some notable adjustments. Read more
 
Bastille Inspiration, everyday comfort for the whole family
Video by Jacob Delafon
Discover the complete BASTILLE space, a comfortable and practical place for the whole family. Its non-slip matte finish ensures enhanced safety while offering a pleasant and comforting touch. Also discover the practical Bastille bath screen with its integrated handle, easy to clean and perfect for preventing splashes. Read more
 
Discover the Contracts Toolbox
Video by MAF
The Toolbox family expands with the release of this new edition dedicated to project management contracts. Like its predecessors, the Contract Toolbox condenses 90 years of MAF experience on this central topic of your daily professional life. Read more
 
Create a shower screen with invisible fixing - Schlüter®-LIN-AQUA
Video by Schluter Systems
Invisible installation thanks to Schlüter-DECO-SG profiles + waterproof adhesive ensuring the wall holds without reinforcement bars. Installation in combination with tiles or natural stone. Complies with standard NF-EN 144428 + A1. Read more
 
On construction sites with Alkern - Hydrojoint 5 paving stones
Video by Alkern
Discover the new Hydrojoint paving stone with integrated 5mm spacers for improved rainwater management and greater ease of use. Alkern thanks La Ligne du temps paysage and the Jura garden center for their cooperation! Read more
 
Save Your Watts!: Episode 4: The Scottish Shower
Video by hello
In this fourth episode of the "Manage Your Watts" series, Hellio will detail the energy consumption of your equipment and its impact on your budget. Understanding this data will allow you to better control your energy spending and adopt more economical habits. Read more
 
Trace Software - Innovative software for sustainable buildings
Video by Trace Software
Trace Software supports territories, buildings and networks towards sustainable intelligence, by combining technology, energy performance and innovation to serve stakeholders in the ecological transition. Read more
Products and Materials
 
ZWCAD 2026 is available for download, discover what’s new
Advertising-editorial by ZW France
Over the years, ZWCAD, which has 1,4 million users worldwide, has established itself as the leading alternative to AutoCAD®! After dynamic blocks (flexiblocs) and point clouds in previous versions, the software is back even stronger with version 2026 and its many new features: improved compatibility of dynamic blocks with AutoCAD, parametric constraints, toolbox, intelligent blocks, interactive functions, improved 3D functions and much more! Read more
 
Caring for wood: protecting and saturating with the Textrol range
Advertising-editorial by Durieu
Wood inspires, its aesthetic appeals, and its intrinsic qualities make it one of the essential materials of the new millennium. We've all secretly dreamed of our cabin in Canada without ever daring to admit it! And while wood plays a prominent role in the cladding of contemporary buildings, its maintenance and protection needs are often overlooked or poorly understood. Read more
 
Crosilux LED handrail: a bright, durable and aesthetic solution
Advertising-editorial by France
Designed to combine aesthetics and robustness, the CROSILUX LED handrail integrates powerful LED lighting into an IK 10 certified structure. Versatile and durable, it adapts to public and private environments by providing reliable light guidance, while enhancing the architecture of the premises. Read more
 
Sylvania Group's new generation of Concord Beacon LED track lights enhances art with precise color rendering
Evolution produced by Sylvania Group
For nearly 60 years, the Concord by Sylvania Group brand, with its Beacon range, has been recognized worldwide for its expertise and unparalleled precision in lighting masterpieces in the most renowned museums and art galleries. Read more
 
Rockwool unveils Prolit Lamella Mat, a new insulation solution for HVAC systems
New product by Rockwool
Faced with climate challenges, the energy performance of buildings is more important than ever. However, many of them still suffer from significant heat loss through their ventilation ducts, leading to overconsumption of energy, and excessive condensation can affect indoor air quality. Read more
 
Projects and Achievements
 
The cost of work at the Opéra Bastille is estimated at 400 million euros, according to Rachida Dati.
Project
Culture Minister Rachida Dati announced on Tuesday, May 20, that the cost of the "necessary work" to renovate the Opéra Bastille was "€400 million," an amount still being estimated. Read more
 
Roadworks between Paris and Orléans: SNCF meets with concerned users
Construction site
Before the start of the main works on the "biggest project of the year" between Paris and Orléans, which will lead to the total interruption of daytime rail traffic in the coming months, the SNCF is preparing its trains for the timetable changes and is meeting with concerned users. Read more
 
SPP's ID4 amount confirms its legitimacy on large-scale construction sites with the restructuring of the Loubet Tower in Saint-Étienne
Construction site
Located in the Tarentaize-Beaubrun district, the Loubet Tower, formerly the headquarters of the CAF (Family Allowance Fund), Urssaf (Urssaf), and CPAM (Personal Welfare Fund), is undergoing a major transformation. Part of an ambitious urban redevelopment project, this 14-story building, rising 45 meters in height, has been undergoing extensive renovation since June 2020. Read more
 
At 70, the Grand Ensemble de Sarcelles is resisting
Achievement
As residents lean out of the windows watch, a cocktail party is being held at the rear of a slender 10-story social housing complex to celebrate the completion of its energy-efficient renovation. Amended rather than demolished, the Grand Ensemble de Sarcelles, at 70 years old, demonstrates surprising resilience for this much-maligned architecture. Read more
 
ACTiLED lights up the new entrance to Futuroscope
Realization by ACTiLED
Futuroscope has reopened its doors and with it its new entrance: a vast esplanade of 26.000 m2 where a 300m pergola rises up, illuminated by ACTiLED luminaires, manufactured in Nantes. Read more
Products of the week

Stabilization and anchoring of structures against the ground

Tank for storage and retention of rainwater

Zinc with an elegant brushed white appearance

Profiling machine with aluminum coping in 1mm thickness

URETEK® France

Sebico

RHEINZINK

SodiFab

Construction site safety thanks to AI

PMR bathroom concept - Washbasin unit with mirror

Double-flow ventilation unit

3D software for wood construction

CAD. 42

Creazur France

Brink Climate Systems France

A.Doc
 
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