00 — Consulting · Engineering · Coordination
One expert partner.
Every trade under control.
AREA steers your construction, renovation and energy-efficiency projects: we select reliable contractors, analyse quotes, coordinate trades and monitor the works — so you don't have to.
- 1
- single point of contact
- 7
- areas of expertise
- 5
- step method
Our promise
Expertise, coordination, reliability — and peace of mind.
01 — The challenge
Managing a project alone is a full-time job.
Without experience in construction, a project quickly turns into lost money, lost time and considerable stress.
01
Unknown contractors
No way to know who is competent, reliable and respects deadlines.
02
Endless quotes
Dozens of calls and visits just to obtain comparable offers.
03
Unclear pricing
Is this price fair? What is missing from the quote?
04
Trades out of sync
Plumber, electrician, mason — each waits on the other.
05
Compliance risk
Standards, permits and certifications easily overlooked.
06
Costly disputes
Delays, defects and disagreements with no one on your side.
02 — The AREA difference
From scattered contractors to a single, structured project.
On your own
- You find and vet every company yourself
- Quotes impossible to compare
- You coordinate each trade personally
- Compliance checked too late — or never
- You face problems alone
With AREA
- Vetted contractors from a proven network
- Line-by-line offer analysis and a clear recommendation
- One coordinator for every trade
- Standards and permits handled from day one
- An expert on your side at every stage
03 — Expertise
Seven disciplines, one coordinated service.
Choose full project support or only the expertise you need.
Project management & coordination
One point of command that plans, sequences and steers every participant from kick-off to handover.
Learn moreContractor sourcing & selection
Qualified, insured companies drawn from a network we have already worked with.
Learn moreQuote search & offer analysis
Comparable quotes, line-by-line analysis and a clear recommendation.
Learn moreStandards, certifications & permits
Planning authorisations, regulatory requirements and certified contractors (RGE, Qualibat).
Learn moreSite monitoring & compliance
Regular site visits, progress reports and quality checks against applicable standards.
Learn moreEnergy efficiency & renovation
Insulation, heating, ventilation and energy-rating upgrades, with support on available grants.
Learn moreMaterials & equipment sourcing
The right products at the right price, delivered on time to the right site.
Learn moreNot sure what you need?
Talk to an expertAI — Project advisor
Describe your project. Get an instant first assessment.
Our AI-powered advisor identifies which AREA expertise fits your project and suggests the right next step. It's a first orientation — an AREA expert always reviews your project personally.
Your assessment will appear here
Relevant expertise areas, points to prepare and the most suitable next step.
04 — Our method
A clear path from idea to handover.
STEP 01
Listen & frame
We study your needs, constraints, budget and timeline, then define the project scope.
→ Project brief
STEP 02
Source & consult
We select suitable contractors from our network and request comparable quotes.
→ Shortlist of companies
STEP 03
Analyse & decide
We compare offers line by line and help you choose with full cost visibility.
→ Comparison report
STEP 04
Coordinate & monitor
We schedule trades, visit the site and keep you informed at every stage.
→ Progress reports
STEP 05
Inspect & hand over
We check compliance, manage snag lists and close the project with you.
→ Acceptance file
05 — Who we support
Tailored support for every type of client.
Homeowners
Renovations, extensions and energy upgrades without the stress of managing contractors yourself.
- —Full home renovation
- —Insulation & heating
- —Extensions & conversions
Businesses
Offices, retail and commercial premises delivered on schedule with minimal disruption to your activity.
- —Office & shop fit-outs
- —Building upgrades
- —Multi-site projects
Investors & landlords
Protect your return: controlled budgets, compliant works and properties ready to rent.
- —Rental renovations
- —Energy-rating upgrades
- —Pre-sale works
06 — Why AREA
Commitments you can hold us to.
Entrusting your project to AREA means relying on an organisation built to manage complexity and reduce uncertainty — with independence and transparency.
Vetted network
Companies we have already worked with, insured and qualified for their trade.
Full transparency
You see every quote, every cost and every decision. No hidden margins.
Technical rigour
Engineering-office methods applied to every project, whatever its size.
One accountable partner
A single contact who answers for coordination from start to finish.
07 — FAQ
Questions we often hear.
Do you carry out the works yourselves?
No. AREA is a consulting and coordination office. We select, coordinate and supervise qualified contractors on your behalf, so you benefit from independent expertise.
What size of project do you handle?
From a single-trade renovation to multi-trade commercial projects. Our method scales to the complexity of each project.
How are your services charged?
After a first consultation, we send a clear proposal: a fixed fee or a percentage of the works, depending on the scope of support you choose.
Can you help with energy-renovation grants?
Yes. We guide you towards certified (RGE) contractors and help prepare the documents required for available financial aid.
Which areas do you cover?
We are based in Lille and support projects across the Hauts-de-France region and beyond, depending on the project.
08 — Start your project
Tell us about your project.
We'll take it from there.
A first conversation is free and without commitment. We reply within two working days.
contact@aera-france.one