Project 01
Two-storey house — facade renovation and external insulation
Damaged, cracked facade. External insulation, mineral render and soft-tone finish for a modern, high-performance envelope.
TRACÉ 10/10Renovation management
External wall insulation · Facade renovation · Drywall · Tiling
Renovation management premium
Renovate your property near Basel — turnkey, on schedule, on budget.
We manage your renovation in the Haut-Rhin from A to Z — technical study, vetted French craftsmen, weekly reporting and full budget control. Designed for Swiss cross-border buyers and international investors who don't want to manage a French jobsite from afar.
25vetted French craftsmen rigorously hand-picked
- One English-speaking contact
- Vetted craftsmen
- Structured jobsite
- Clear visibility at every step
The reality
Renovating in France should not become your second job.
Renovating a French property from abroad — or even from Basel — quickly turns exhausting: delays, unreachable craftsmen, no real oversight and a moving budget.
Craftsmen who stop replying
Companies running late
Poorly coordinated trades
Unexpected technical issues
Costs creeping up mid-project
Having to manage everything yourself
The real cause
The real problem isn't the work. It's the lack of coordination.
When no one truly runs the jobsite, mistakes pile up, deadlines slip, costs drift and craftsmen work in isolation.
TRACÉ 10/10 structures and runs every step so your project stays smooth, organised and under control.
Step 1
Chaos
Multiple contacts, no pilot, last-minute decisions.
Step 2
Management
A method, a schedule, one contact. Every step is anticipated.
Step 3
Peace of mind
A controlled project, delivered on time and on budget.
About
Donis, your project manager on the ground.
Construction technician (BTS) with 7 years of on-site experience managing renovation projects and running a family renovation company in Alsace.
Over the years I built a strong network of reliable craftsmen and trusted partners. Through my supplier partnerships you also benefit from my negotiated trade pricing on all materials.
Construction technician degree (BTS)
A solid technical background to understand, anticipate and de-risk every jobsite.
7 years on-site experience
Managing jobsites and running a family renovation company in Alsace.
A network of reliable craftsmen
Partners hand-picked for reliability, quality and respect for deadlines.
Negotiated material pricing
Our supplier partnerships give you access to my trade pricing.
Our method
5 steps for a fully controlled renovation
A structured, field-tested process that secures every phase of your renovation — from the initial diagnosis to final handover.
1
Diagnosis & scoping
- Technical analysis
- Understanding your goals
- Spotting potential pitfalls
2
Project structuring
- Feasibility study
- Technical choices
- Solid scope & controlled budget
3
Selection & strategy
- Selecting the right companies
- Quote analysis
- Jobsite strategy
4
Management & execution
- Coordinating craftsmen
- Daily monitoring
- Quality control
5
Handover & guarantees
- Final inspection
- Compliance check
- Post-handover follow-up
Our service
The TRACÉ 10/10™ Renovation Management
A complete service to secure your renovation from first call to final touches.
A technical study to avoid bad surprises
We analyse technical constraints, feasibility, budget forecast and jobsite organisation.
Reliable, hand-picked craftsmen
We only work with professionals who respect deadlines, commitments and quality standards.
Full coordination for a smooth jobsite
We organise the schedule, interventions and communication between trades.
Rigorous monitoring to stay in control
We verify real progress, deadlines and key technical points — with reports you can read remotely.
Quality control down to the finishes
Every detail is checked to guarantee consistency, durability and final quality.
Budget control at every step
Our goal is to limit surprises and prevent budget drift.
The transformation
What you actually gain with TRACÉ 10/10
Before
- Daily stress
- Constant delays
- No visibility
- Endless phone calls
- Problems to solve alone
The TRACÉ 10/10 outcome
Clarity, control, peace of mind.
After
- An organised jobsite
- Clear visibility
- A single point of contact
- Decisions made ahead
- True peace of mind
Our projects
Render on brick masonry facade
New-build brick masonry requiring high-performance exterior protection and a durable, attractive finish. The challenge: optimal adhesion, moisture management and long-term durability.
Before
During
After
Before
01. Existing substrate
Technical analysis of the substrate and strategy definition:
- diagnosing the existing substrate
- defining the right solutions
- sequencing installation steps
- scoping schedule and trades
During
02. Render application
Full installation of the facade system:
- scaffold installation
- substrate preparation (brick)
- applying the appropriate technical render
- quality control on every pass
After
03. Delivered finish
Choosing the right render system for overall performance:
- Substrate: brick masonry
- Render: Weber IP18E
- Finish: Knauf Addi S 1.5mm
This technical choice delivers:
- optimal adhesion on brick
- vapour permeability (prevents cracks and delamination)
- weather resistance
- reinforced long-term durability
Our projects
Interior fit-out & drywall
Complete fit-out of a residence with new interior volumes, technical ceilings and wet rooms — requiring precision and rigour throughout execution.
01
01. Work performed
Interior finishing works:
- installing metal framing
- installing the right drywall boards
- decorative ceilings and light coves
- joint treatment and finishes
- walk-in showers
- painting
02
02. Preparation
Careful preparation to de-risk every step:
- laying out volumes and precise marking
- checking levels and alignments
- preparing surfaces
- organising technical zones (lighting, services, wet areas)
- coordinating teams (drywallers, painters, technical trades)
- scheduling interventions for smooth execution
03
03. Execution
Controlled execution down to the finishes:
- metal framing (R48, M48, CR2, F48) sized to the volumes
- integrating technical elements (spots, niches, LED)
- full skim coat for a smooth finish (primer, 4h, 24h compounds)
- treatment of critical points and waterproofing of wet areas
Our projects
External wall insulation & facade renovation
Several external insulation and facade projects: surface prep, insulation, finish coats and detailing for a durable, high-performance envelope.
Project 02
New build — graphite EPS external insulation
New-generation insulation (Sto Top31) on framing, detailing of critical points and fine-grain white render finish.
Project 03
Single-family home — energy retrofit
Old cladding removed, insulation installed and two-tone render finish with contrasting plinth.
Project 04
Single-storey — full external insulation on brick
EPS bonded and pinned onto monolithic brick, blue XPS plinth, pearl-grey finish render.
Client trust
They trusted us with their renovation
"Flawless jobsite, punctual and very professional team. Our home gained real comfort from the first Alsatian winter."
Laetitia S.
External wall insulation · Colmar (68)
"Careful work from start to finish. The finish is perfect and the whole neighbourhood compliments the new facade."
Pierre & Anne K.
Facade renovation · Mulhouse (68)
"Very happy with the interior fit-out. Precision, respect for deadlines and good advice. I recommend without hesitation in the Haut-Rhin."
Mathieu H.
Drywall & tiling · Guebwiller (68)
Dozens
of projects delivered
25
vetted craftsmen
10 years
of experience
No commitment
Our priority: no bad surprises
Every project is structured to guarantee clear monitoring, transparent communication, rigorous organisation and a precise view of costs and timelines.
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