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Weekly Building News
2026 - Week 03
Highlights
 
More than a quarter of French people plan major renovation work in 2026, despite the rising cost of living
Study / Review / Report
Despite inflation, French homeowners remain optimistic. More than a quarter of them plan to invest in their homes in 2026, according to a survey conducted by Travaux.com. Read more
 
The Senate is examining a bill to revive the housing sector, which has been criticized by associations.
Legislation
The Senate is examining on Tuesday, January 13, in first reading, a bill tabled by LR to "revive the construction and production of housing", a text criticized by associations and unions. Read more
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In a nutshell
 
The Sustainable Real Estate Observatory (OID) publishes its 8th edition of the Responsible Real Estate Barometer (BIR)
Study / Review / Report
A flagship publication since 2018, the Responsible Real Estate Barometer (BIR) aims to provide an overview of the real estate market with regard to its ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) practices and the integration of regulatory requirements in terms of sustainability. Read more
 
Luxury real estate: who buys, where and at what price?
Study / Review / Report
At the start of this year, the luxury real estate market is being reshaped. Engel & Völkers France publishes its first market overview for 2026 (Paris, Lyon, French Riviera). Read more
 
Local elections: the French would punish candidates hostile to the ecological and social transition
Study / Review / Report
With the municipal elections just eight weeks away, the ecological transition is still largely absent from the debates. Is there an ecological backlash ("green backlash") in public opinion, meaning a rise in hostility towards environmental regulation policies implemented to accelerate the ecological and social transition at the local level? Read more
 
Investing in new properties in ski resorts: still a safe haven
Study / Review / Report
The French mountains remain a safe haven for investors: land scarcity, high-quality projects, and modernized infrastructure in resorts reinforce the asset value of new properties. By 2026, new resort real estate will combine enjoyment and profitability, in a context where energy efficiency and new offerings are redefining buyer expectations. Read more
 
The governor of the Bank of France fears the country will be "suffocated" by its deficit.
Economic
The governor of the Bank of France said on Saturday, January 10, that he feared France would be "suffocated" if it failed to reduce its budget deficit, and called for "moving beyond posturing" to find "real compromises". Read more
 
The increase in financing has not led to the hoped-for creation of housing, according to the Bank of France.
Conjuncture
The increase in real estate financing over the past 25 years has resulted in higher prices rather than an increase in the number of homes built, lamented the Governor of the Bank of France, as France and Europe experience a housing crisis. Read more
 
The Bank of France estimates GDP growth of "at least 0,2%" in the 4th quarter.
Conjuncture
French GDP growth was "at least 0,2%" in the fourth quarter, according to the Bank of France's latest monthly business survey published Tuesday evening, January 13. Read more
 
EDF's largest union is concerned about the stability of the electricity system
Sustainable Development
EDF's largest union, the CFE-CGC, fears that excessive development of renewable energies could weaken the nuclear fleet and with it the stability of the French electricity grid, and has raised this issue with the government before the publication of the country's future energy strategy. Read more
 
The mega-decree for simplification for local authorities has passed its first stage
Legislation
The mega-decree for simplification for local authorities has reached a significant first milestone. This draft decree, announced by Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu at the 107th Congress of Mayors in November 2025, aims to simplify some thirty regulatory standards that complicate the daily work of local elected officials. Read more
 
Status of private landlords: the Housing Alliance sends an urgent message to the Prime Minister
Organization News
The two government amendments effectively bury the "private landlord status". While the system enjoys consensus within the sector, the government has completely gutted it and rendered it ineffective. Read more
 
Condominium managers: stop the manager bashing
Organization News
Following the report broadcast on January 8 in Envoyé Spécial on France 2, dedicated to the theme "Condominium managers: beware of abuses", the National Federation of Real Estate (FNAIM) wishes to react with clarity and responsibility. Read more
 
ESTP launches a fundraising campaign of 10 million euros
Company News
To continue showcasing the expertise and innovative spirit of French sustainable construction, ESTP aims to give a new dimension to its historic campus in Cachan. A reinvented campus, meeting the challenges of a changing world. Read more
 
France Silver Éco and Crédit Agricole Personal Finance & Mobility are committed to accelerating the adaptation of housing to aging.
Company News
At the National Silver Economy Council, France Silver Éco (the sector's coordinator) and Crédit Agricole Personal Finance & Mobility are committed to accelerating the adaptation of housing to aging through a national charter of good practices. Read more
 
Six months after the Marseille fire, victims denounce the "extreme slowness" of the procedures.
Others
Six months after the fire that struck the north of Marseille, residents of L'Estaque have created an association to demand "better support" and denounce the "extreme slowness" of the procedures leading to the reconstruction of the damaged houses. Read more
 
Manufacturers and Distributors
 
Wicona opens its Façades Design Studio, a space for exchange and inspiration near Place de la Nation
News Manufacturer by Wicona
WICONA recently inaugurated its Façades Design Studio, a new 100 m² space located at 303 rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine, in the heart of the 11th arrondissement. Read more
 
Trespa explores ochre hues for facades that resonate with the landscape
News Manufacturer by trepa
Trespa presents a new chromatic approach centered around ochre tones for facades. The company unveils an inspiration board designed to fuel the creativity of architects and project owners. Read more
 
Partnership between IsoHemp® and Chaux Saint-Astier® to develop bio-based solutions using lime-hemp
News Manufacturer by Saint-Astier® Lime
A few weeks ago at the International Cultural Heritage Fair, IsoHemp® and Chaux Saint-Astier®, two leading companies in their markets with complementary technical expertise, formalized a strategic partnership. Read more
 
The Hansgrohe Group mourns the loss of Klaus Grohe
News Manufacturer by hansgrohe
On January 3rd, Klaus Grohe, the company's long-time leader, passed away at the age of 88. Born on April 3, 1937, in Aachen, he was the youngest and third son of founder Hans Grohe. After studying business and economics in Bern, Switzerland, and completing several internships, he joined the family business in 1968 as an authorized signatory and sales manager. Read more
 
UFME unveils its new website: a leading digital platform for French joinery.
New website by UFME
Following its new graphic charter presented last May, the UFME (Union of Joinery Manufacturers) continues its modernization dynamic by unveiling the redesign of its website www.ufme.fr. Read more
Videos
 
Sustainable water management: a pillar of CSTB's CSR commitment
Video by CSTB
The CSTB is implementing concrete solutions to preserve water resources at its sites in Marne-la-Vallée and Nantes. These CSR initiatives illustrate its commitment to a sustainable and inclusive future. Read more
 
ConnectSense window handle – Window state under control
Video by France
In a smart home, the ConnectSense eWindow Handle reliably detects break-in attempts at the window and alerts the home automation system. Furthermore, the handle's position (closed, tilt-and-turn, open) and the window sash's position (closed, open) are detected and reported. Read more
 
Industrial safety & AI: immersion at the heart of the COLAS asphalt plant in French Guiana
Video by CAD. 42
How to strengthen security on a strategic industrial site subject to high co-activity? In this video, we head to Cayenne, to the Ribal Travaux Publics asphalt plant, to discover a field experiment conducted by COLAS with CAD.42. Read more
 
Leica Disto D2: Intelligent precision for your interior projects
Video by Topocenter
Compact and powerful, the Leica DISTO D2 is the essential laser rangefinder for fast and reliable measurements up to 150 meters. Read more
 
Intervention at a damaged house following a natural disaster in Coulommiers
Video by URETEK® France
Discover the intervention that the Uretek France team carried out to consolidate a damaged pavilion in Coulommiers (77), built in a clay area. Read more
 
ANAH: What are the guidelines for 2026?
Video by sofinco
Discover the main directions for 2026 of the ANAH. On the agenda: The strategic priorities of the ANAH in 2026, the maintained budget and the objectives of energy renovation, the strengthening of controls and quality of projects, the impact of the directions on owners and co-ownerships. Read more
 
FingerScan Door Handle – Fingerprint replaces the key
Video by France
The range and possibilities of biometric access are constantly expanding. Today, our fingers can replace a key: simply place your finger on the fingerprint reader's sensor to "unlock" the front door, and it can be opened without a key, card, or digital code. Read more
 
Schlüter-Bekotec-Therm: Innovative underfloor heating system
Video by Schluter Systems
Schlüter-BEKOTEC-THERM is a hydraulic underfloor heating system with a low-profile structure. Thanks to its innovative heating technology, the system requires only exceptionally low flow temperatures, thus reducing heating costs. Read more
Products and Materials
 
Rust Spirit range: for vintage decorative effects
Zoom produced by Durieu
Interior design is increasingly responding to our need for connection with nature, a consequence of this fast-paced, high-tech 21st century. This is evidenced by the popularity of terracotta, ochre, khaki, and beige tones, reminiscent of the plant world. We seek organic, raw, "authentic" materials that evoke natural sensations and a desire to create warm and comforting atmospheres. Read more
 
Fossibot launches the F7200
New product by Fossibot
FOSSiBOT officially announces the launch of its new premium portable battery, the F7200, a next-generation home system ideal for both indoor and outdoor use. Read more
 
CoolFlexTherm by NanoSources: a thermo-reflective paint awarded at the Batinfo 2025 Trophies
Contest / Prize / Trophy by nanosources
CoolFlexTherm positions itself as an innovative solution in the field of thermo-reflective coatings for roofs and facades, combining energy performance, ease and speed of application, reduction of urban heat islands. Read more
 
Alkern announces FDES for its entire planelle offering
Test / Trial / Certification by Alkern
Alkern, the major player in prefabricated concrete in France, continues the deployment of its strategy of covering certified FDES, individual or collective, for its entire range. Read more
 
Faced with the rise in thefts of surveying equipment, the industry is organizing itself and launching the 'Protec topo' platform
Online tools
On November 18th, the surveying industry launched 'Protec Topo': a national collaborative platform to combat the theft of surveying equipment. This tool will centralize reports, raise awareness among law enforcement, alert the ecosystem in real time, and facilitate the tracking and recovery of stolen equipment. Read more
 
Projects and Achievements
 
The Bocage project, comprising 82 housing units and led by em2c Promotion, is part of the urban renewal of the Garon district in Grigny-sur-Rhône (69).
Project
em2c Promotion announces that the Bocage project has been designated the winner of the consultation launched by the Lyon Metropolis and the city of Grigny-sur-Rhône, as part of the urban renewal operation of the sector 10 rue Pasteur. Read more
 
Intechmer renovation and extension: the new building is rising from the ground
Construction site
Established in Cherbourg since 1981, Intechmer, affiliated with the Cnam (National Conservatory of Arts and Crafts), is a "national gem" for post-baccalaureate higher education in marine science and technology. The first higher education institution to open in the Cotentin region, Intechmer is recognized nationally and even in Europe for the quality of its teaching. Read more
 
Engie commissions its largest onshore wind farm in Brazil
Realization by Engie
French energy giant Engie announced a few days ago the full commissioning in Brazil of Serra do Assuruá, the group's largest wind farm in the world, capable of supplying electricity to the equivalent of 2 million homes. Read more
 
Object Carpet designed the flooring for the 38 Jeûneurs office project
Realization by object folder
In the heart of Paris's 2nd arrondissement, Studio Vincent Eschalier has designed a contemporary, intimate workspace, orchestrated around a large central glass roof. OBJECT CARPET's SILKY SEAL flooring plays a key role, combining comfort, acoustic performance, and elegance. Read more
 
When curved corrugated metal redesigns everyday architecture
Realization by Petrus
For several years, PETRUS has been perfecting the art of bending corrugated sheet metal for increasingly diverse uses. Today, this technical expertise is at the heart of projects that are as aesthetic as they are functional, undertaken by architects, roofing companies, and local stakeholders seeking sustainable and tailored solutions. Read more
Products of the week

Solutions for draining roads

Insulation solutions for commercial industrial and storage buildings

Expanded polystyrene insulation panel for exterior thermal insulation of buildings

New generation colorless water repellent without silicone

Alkern

Rockwool

Edilteco France

Durieu

2 in 1 stair lift

Vanity unit

The Broken Stick of the Future

Construction quote software

ABC Lift

Decotec

Bjelin

Orisha Construction
 
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