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2025 - Week 50
Highlights
 
Real estate review 2025 and initial trends for 2026
Study / Review / Report
The Notaries of France unveiled on December 8, 2025 the real estate review for the year 2025 in the existing market, in France and in Île-de-France, as well as the first trends for the beginning of 2026. Read more
 
December 17: The anger of construction workers reaches a new level
News Organization by CAPEB
The countdown has begun. Between a 2026 budget whose vote remains uncertain, essential MaPrimeRénov' measures that will no longer be eligible from January 1st, the overhaul of the REP PMCB whose decisions expected in the coming days do not correspond to the needs of small building trades companies, and the micro-enterprise scheme that no one dares to regulate despite its profound repercussions, the incomprehension is total and anger is rising. Read more
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In a nutshell
 
Business creation twice as fast as average in the craft sector and a new annual record
Study / Review / Report
The new edition of the ISM-MAAF barometer takes stock of the creation of craft businesses in 2024. With nearly 280.000 new businesses created in 1 year, entrepreneurship in the craft sector has reached an unprecedented level. Read more
 
France must accelerate its electricity production to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels, according to RTE.
Study / Review / Report
France must accelerate its transition to electricity to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels, otherwise it risks missing its decarbonization and reindustrialization goals, stresses the high-voltage network manager RTE in a report on Tuesday, December 9, which is expected to be closely scrutinized. Read more
 
By 2026, 85% of French people dream even more of owning their own property.
Study / Review / Report
Bricks.co, an innovative crowdfunding platform, unveils the results of a new survey based on a comparison of two polls. One was conducted in December 2024 with 5.101 people and the other in November 2025 with 5.604 people representative of the French population. Read more
 
Stabilizing French debt will require a massive and collective effort, according to Terra Nova.
Study / Review / Report
Stabilizing French public debt will require an effort of 100 to 120 billion euros per year in the medium term and will impose measures requiring everyone to contribute, according to a note from the think tank Terra Nova published on Monday, December 8. Read more
 
French growth will reach "at least" 0,8% in 2025, according to Lescure
Economic
France's growth will reach "at least" 0,8% in 2025, compared to the 0,7% previously forecast by the government, Economy Minister Roland Lescure announced on LCI on Sunday, December 7. Read more
 
The recovery for mortgage lending was confirmed in October.
Conjuncture
The mortgage market continued its recovery in October in France, with a 3% increase in the amounts granted in one month, according to data published on Monday, December 8 by the Bank of France. Read more
 
In France, growth is expected to slow but remain resilient by the end of the year.
Conjuncture
French growth is expected to slow in the fourth quarter to 0,2% of gross domestic product (GDP), compared to 0,5% in the previous quarter, according to a first estimate published Tuesday, December 9, by the Bank of France. Read more
 
Social housing: Senators reduce rent reductions imposed on landlords by 400 million euros
Legislation
Senators adopted on Friday December 5 an amendment that reduces by 400 million euros the "solidarity rent reduction" (RLS) imposed on social landlords since 2018 in order to compensate for the decrease in personalized housing assistance (APL) to the most modest households. Read more
 
The government wants to simplify the building code by removing unnecessary standards.
Regulation
Engaged since the spring in a vast simplification project, the government is launching a working group to identify existing unnecessary standards, particularly in the building code, it was learned on Tuesday December 9 at the end of a second "Roquelaure of simplification". Read more
 
The Union of Independent Businesses and Very Small Businesses (SDI) strongly opposes the reduction of payroll tax relief by decree.
Organization News
As the budget debate on the 2026 Finance Bill and Social Security Financing Bill comes to an end, the Union of Independents and Very Small Businesses (SDI) is warning of the possibility of a further reduction of 1,5 billion euros in social security contribution relief, which could be decided by decree, on the sidelines of the parliamentary debate. Read more
 
The renewable energy sector welcomes the recommendations to accelerate France's transition to electricity.
Renewable energy
The renewable energy sectors and the electricity industry union welcomed the recommendations of RTE, the high-voltage electricity transmission network manager, on Tuesday, December 9, in favor of accelerating France's shift towards electricity. Read more
 
Tourist accommodation: the city of Marseille wants to "punish" owners of multiple properties
City
A surgeon from Périgueux, a Parisian developer, a Marseille heating engineer and his wife: the city of Marseille recently demanded that three multi-property owners be fined 2,4 million euros in civil penalties for the illegal operation of a total of 24 furnished tourist accommodations. Read more
 
The great architect Frank Gehry, master of deconstructivism, has died
Others
American-Canadian architect Frank Gehry, one of the few in his profession to have risen to the rank of superstar across the planet, died Friday, December 5, at the age of 96, the team of this master of deconstructivism told AFP. Read more
 
Architect Denis Valode, co-founder of the Valode & Pistre agency, died on Tuesday, December 9th.
Others
Denis Valode, co-founder in 1980 of the Valode & Pistre agency, died on December 9 at the age of 79, following a long illness. He obtained his architecture degree from the École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux Arts (Teaching Unit No. 1) in 1969. Read more
 
Manufacturers and Distributors
 
A look back at Architect@Work Paris 2025: LITED at the innovation hub
Advertising-editorial by LITED
On November 5th and 6th, LITED participated in the Architect@Work trade show in Paris. This event is dedicated to architects and specifiers seeking innovative solutions to build the world of tomorrow. It was an opportunity for the LITED team to showcase its vision of lighting: technical, aesthetic, and responsible. Read more
 
Interface partners with Sanofi to promote the reuse of carpet tiles
News Manufacturer by Interface
Interface, Inc. (NASDAQ: TILE), a global flooring company and leader in environmental development, announces its collaboration with Sanofi Consumer Healthcare, Saguez & Partners and ORAK on an exemplary project to promote the reuse of carpet tiles in Sanofi's new offices in Neuilly-sur-Seine. Read more
 
Profils Systèmes continues to reduce its carbon footprint
News Manufacturer by profiles Systems
Profils Systèmes, a leading French manufacturer and extruder of aluminum profiles, has long been committed to a strategy of eco-responsible and environmental excellence. The company, based in the Hérault region, has invested over €25 million in the last five years to modernize its production facility in Baillargues (Hérault). Read more
 
Riou Glass is strengthening its organization to meet the challenges of tomorrow
News Manufacturer by Riou Glass
Riou Glass, a specialist in high energy and environmental performance insulating glazing, is deploying a new industrial and commercial organization in France. Read more
 
Beware of falsehoods regarding the obligation to install a thermostat
Guide / Advice / Tutorial
Numerous public statements in recent days have spread falsehoods about the obligation to install a thermostat in homes by January 1, 2027. Read more
Videos
 
OPPBTP has been dedicated to prevention on construction sites since 1947
Video by OPPBTP
In 1947, France was rebuilding after the war. Construction sites were vast, workers were fragile, and workplace accidents were all too frequent. One man, Pierre Caloni, a visionary engineer, would change the history of the construction industry by demonstrating that accidents were not inevitable. Read more
 
Cassette Camie: Assembly & Installation
Video by Bluetek
Discover the Camie Casing: adaptability and versatility for your facades. The Camie Casing, available in steel or aluminum, is an innovative solution for creating modern and aesthetically pleasing facades. Read more
 
Wavin PVC+, the only range that offers you more
Video by Wavin
Discover the innovations of Wavin PVC+ that make all the difference: retention lugs, gripping surface, graduated line... and much more! Available from Ø32 to Ø160, the PVC+ drainage pipes and fittings for solvent welding combine performance, ease of installation and environmental commitment. Read more
 
Zypho®: The shower water heat recovery system that revolutionizes energy efficiency!
Video by Nicoll
Did you know that heating water consumes as much energy as home heating? Thanks to ZYPHO®, recover heat from greywater to preheat cold water and save up to 50% on your hot water energy bills! Read more
 
SBTi approves the decarbonization targets of Rector and Groupe Lesage.
Video by Rector
Setting ambitious targets and implementing concrete actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Thus, by 2030 (vs. 2022), the Lesage Group commits to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 50% in scopes 1 & 2 and by 25% in scope 3. Read more
 
Reinforced septic tank 3 to 8 m³
Video by Simop
SIMOP Reinforced All-Water Septic Tank | 3-8 m³. For whom? Houses not connected to the mains sewer system. Construction: One-piece rotomolded high-density polyethylene unit. Reinforced structure against loads. Read more
 
Schlüter-Bekotec-EN 23 F: Universal structure with maximum efficiency
Video by Schluter Systems
The Schlüter-BEKOTEC system guarantees a reliable, crack-free floating screed, which saves time and materials, and also serves as the basis for BEKOTEC-THERM, their energy-efficient underfloor heating. Read more
 
Safety, Innovation & Data: How Colas is transforming a complex urban construction site thanks to CAD.42
Video by CAD. 42
Today, delve into the heart of the Lyon Part-Dieu - Sept Chemins BRT project, one of the most demanding urban construction projects currently underway. In just a few minutes, discover how technology is transforming the 7,5 km of construction… and how real-time data is improving prevention, safety, and site culture. Read more
Products and Materials
 
Uni(K)4: Seguin's new portable bioethanol stove provides enveloping warmth, without a chimney or installation work.
New product by Seguin
The SEGUIN Group (French designer, manufacturer and distributor of heating solutions; fireplaces, wood-burning stoves, inserts, wood stoves, pellet stoves), recognized for its high standards of thermal comfort and design, unveils UNI(K)4, an innovation that combines power, mobility and unique flame quality. Read more
 
Eclisse unveils its latest innovation, the Synthesis Areo folding push-to-open wardrobe door
New product by Eclisse France
After revolutionizing interior design more than 25 years ago with its invisible hinged, tilting and hopper door solutions, ECLISSE today unveils a major evolution of its range: SYNTESIS AREO in a folding version – Push to Open. Read more
 
Polyrey signs for unique projects
New range by Polyrey
Polyrey presents Signature, its range of custom HPL laminates, featuring an unexpected and unconventional key visual in the laminate industry. This is instantly explained by the new tagline, "Emotional Surfaces". Read more
 
New Batichanvre® Plus and Isol Plus Saint-Astier®: a formula richer in NHL for a reduced carbon footprint
Range evolution by Saint-Astier® Lime
The unique properties of its natural hydraulic limes have allowed Chaux Saint-Astier® to be a pioneer in its market and, for more than 20 years, to become a reference in eco-design. Read more
 
Edma expands its range of suction cups for tiles with an innovative solution
Range evolution by Edma
Always attentive to the needs of tiling professionals, EDMA is launching a new complete electric suction cup, designed to strengthen and diversify its offering. Read more
 
Projects and Achievements
 
One year after the introduction of free-flow traffic on the A13, the Buchelay toll barrier disappears
Construction site
One year after the introduction of free-flow tolling on the A13 motorway, the old toll barriers continue to be dismantled, with a view to completion of the works by mid-2027 which should result in a time saving for users. Read more
 
A new lease of life for the Bonne Mère, emblem of Marseille
Achievement
Sea spray, mistral wind and pollution had dulled its luster: after nine months of restoration, the Bonne Mère, emblem of all Marseille, regained its luster on Sunday December 7, with a procession and sound and light show. Read more
 
Nîmes is getting a new convention center, just a stone's throw from its ancient monuments.
Achievement
A new 8.500 m2 Congress Centre in the heart of Nîmes, built close to its iconic ancient monuments, was inaugurated a few days ago, in order to develop business tourism. Read more
 
Plurial Novilia is revitalizing an urban wasteland in the heart of Avize
Achievement
Plurial Novilia, a subsidiary of the Action Logement group, which manages more than 39.000 homes in the Champagne-Ardenne and Île-de-France regions (Seine-et-Marne and Essonne), announces the delivery of the Îlot de la Carrière, a project of 16 homes in Avize (Marne) resulting from the transformation of an old block into an attractive, sustainable and inclusive living space, combining housing, activity and heritage. Read more
 
Ehret adorns the Kesselhaus in Leverkusen with a custom-designed contemporary facade
Realization by The honor
Listed as a historical monument, the former boiler room of Opladen in Leverkusen is the subject of an exemplary conversion led by Oxen Architekten (Cologne), which combines preservation of the brick envelope and contemporary extension. Read more
Products of the week

Reservoir structure for the retention and storage of rainwater

Cool Roof + Roof Waterproofing

Lacquered aluminum soffit / paneling

Innovative thermal break for modular anchoring of prefabricated balconies

Alkern

Liquid Roof

Araltec

Schoeck

The Home Control Unit for a smarter and more comfortable home

The Broken Stick of the Future

Electric heated floor/wall

Wood stove or insert with different finishes: wooden bench, round base, log, waxed concrete effect

Homematic IP

Bjelin

Schluter Systems

Seguin
 
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