Villa Joyeuse is a historic villa listed as part of Saint-Raphaël's heritage. This complete renovation project was subject to the opinion of the Architects of the Buildings of France (ABF), requiring strict adherence to heritage criteria while modernizing all technical installations.
Launched in January 2023, this project presented significant organizational challenges. Immotech stepped in to restructure project management, ensure a permanent presence on the construction site, and coordinate all stakeholders: companies, architect, and project owner.
Thanks to a local policy and rigorous coordination; Immotech was the central point between all stakeholders to bring this demanding heritage project to completion.
Renovation of a listed villa subject to the opinion of the ABF, requiring respect for the materials, traditional techniques and original architecture while integrating modern comfort.
Resumption of an already launched project requiring organizational upgrades, clarification of roles and enhanced coordination between all stakeholders.
Management of three distinct and partially overlapping phases: demolition/stripping, renovation of the villa, then redevelopment of the park with the creation of a swimming pool.
Immotech intervened with a complete mission covering project management assistance, project management and scheduling-control-coordination.
January 2023 – January 2024
Objective : Preparing the villa for its complete renovation
Work completed:
Challenges: This phase revealed heritage elements requiring special attention and validation by the ABF before work could continue.
February 2024 – March 2025
Objective : Completely renovate the villa while respecting its heritage character.
Work completed:
ABF constraints:
November 2024 – July 2025
Objective : Create an outdoor space in harmony with the villa
Work completed:
Special feature: This phase partially overlaps with the renovation of the villa, requiring precise coordination to avoid disrupting the interior work.
Reorganization of an ongoing project
Challenge : Project started without rigorous organization, lack of coordination between stakeholders.
Solution : Implementation of a detailed schedule, weekly site meetings, permanent presence of Immotech as a central coordination point.
Strict heritage constraints
Challenge : ABF validation required at each stage, processing times, adherence to traditional techniques.
Solution : Anticipating permit applications, compiling detailed technical files, and maintaining constant dialogue with the ABF (Architects of French Buildings) and the heritage architect.
Coordination of multiple trades
Challenge : More than 15 different companies on the construction site, risks of interference and delays.
Solution : A policy of proximity with daily presence, close coordination of interventions, and proactive conflict management.
Discoveries made during construction
Challenge : Non-compliant structural elements and installations discovered during demolition.
Solution : Responsiveness and adaptation of the schedule, technical solutions validated quickly with the project owner and the ABF.
Immotech deployed its resources on this demanding project. local policy which is its strength:
A dedicated project manager, present daily to coordinate companies, answer questions and make operational decisions.
Immotech acted as the central point of contact between the project owner, the architect, the Architects of the Buildings of France, and all the companies involved. This position facilitated communication and accelerated decision-making.
Detailed planning, precise budget monitoring, regular reporting, quality controls at each key stage.
Particular sensitivity to heritage issues, constructive dialogue with the ABF (Architects of French Buildings), respect for traditional techniques while integrating modern technologies.
Villa Joyeuse has been restored to its former glory while also benefiting from modern comforts. This heritage renovation project illustrates Immotech's ability to manage complex projects requiring:
The client now has a fully renovated villa, compliant with the requirements of the Architects of the Buildings of France, with a landscaped park and a swimming pool perfectly integrated.
Do you own a historic villa, a listed property, or one subject to review by the Architects of the Buildings of France? Do you need rigorous support for your renovation project?