How Much Does It Cost to Renovate a Luxury Apartment in Paris?

A complete, honest guide to budgets, fees and what truly drives the investment

Studio de Beaulieu · March 2026

A glimpse into the main reception room of our Palais Royal residence: original Haussmann-era plasterwork, paired marble fireplaces and a herringbone parquet floor — hallmarks of Parisian grand interior architecture at its most refined.

It is the question everyone asks — and the one most professionals are reluctant to answer clearly. At Studio de Beaulieu, we believe that honest, well-framed figures are the foundation of a project built on trust. So here, without evasion, is what a high-end renovation in Paris actually costs in 2026.

A renovation budget is not a constraint to be minimised. It is the expression of an ambition — and the clearest signal you can send to every professional involved in your project.

First, a necessary distinction: renovation versus transformation

Not all renovations are equal. A cosmetic refresh — new paint, updated fixtures, resurfaced floors — is a different undertaking entirely from a structural transformation: moving walls, redesigning the floorplan, adding a kitchen island to a grand salon, or integrating a master suite where three small rooms once stood.

At Studio de Beaulieu, the projects we accompany almost always fall into the second category. Our clients are not looking to refresh a space. They are looking to reinvent it — while preserving, and indeed enhancing, everything that makes it exceptional.

Budget ranges: what to expect in Paris in 2026

Below €1,500/m² — cosmetic renovation

New flooring, painting, updated kitchen and bathroom fittings, lighting refresh. Limited to surface-level work with no structural intervention. This is a valid choice for a recently renovated property in good condition, but it does not constitute a true architectural project.

€1,500 to €2,000/m² — renovation with partial restructuring

Opening one or two rooms, a custom kitchen, a redesigned bathroom, bespoke joinery in key spaces. At this level, the work becomes genuinely transformative, though material choices will still require careful prioritisation. This is the minimum threshold for a project where aesthetic coherence is truly achievable.

€2,000 to €3,500/m² — full architectural renovation

This is the range in which Studio de Beaulieu operates. A complete restructuring of the floorplan, high-quality materials throughout — marble, solid wood, patinated metals — bespoke joinery, custom lighting design, and the full oversight of an interior architect from conception to delivery. For a 150m² Haussmannian apartment, this represents an investment of €300,000 to €525,000.

Above €3,500/m² — high-end projects

Heritage properties, listed buildings, châteaux, or projects demanding extraordinary craftsmanship: specialist plasterwork artisans, hand-painted boiseries, stone restoration, period-accurate hardware sourced from specialist suppliers. These projects are rare, deeply demanding, and deeply rewarding.

A budget below €2,000/m² rarely produces the result a discerning client truly envisions. Raising the ambition of a project is almost always a better decision than reducing its budget.

What is included — and what is often forgotten

A renovation budget comprises several distinct layers that are frequently underestimated at the outset:

Works and materials represent the largest portion — typically 60 to 70% of the total. This includes all labour, structural work, plumbing, electrical systems, finishes and fixed fittings.

Interior architecture fees generally represent 15 to 20% of the total works budget, covering conception, technical drawings, project management and site supervision. This investment is not a luxury — it is the guarantee of coherence, of well-negotiated contractor contracts, and of a project that does not spiral.

Furnishing and styling — the final layer that brings the space to life — is often omitted from initial budgets and then creates pressure at the end. We recommend provisioning 10 to 20% of the overall budget for furniture, textiles, lighting and art.

Finally, contingency. In Haussmannian buildings, unexpected discoveries — concealed structural elements, water damage behind walls, original floor levels inconsistencies — are the rule rather than the exception. A 10 to 15% contingency reserve is not pessimism; it is prudence.

The question of value

A well-executed renovation in a prime Parisian address is not an expense. It is a structural investment in both your quality of life and the long-term value of the property. In our experience, a beautifully conceived renovation in a well-located arrondissement consistently outperforms the market — both in perceived value and in actual resale price.

The question, ultimately, is not how little you can spend. It is how wisely you can invest.

Would you like to discuss the investment your project requires? Studio de Beaulieu offers confidential exploratory conversations for renovation projects from €2,000/m² . We'd love to hear about your project. Contact Studio de Beaulieu.