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Brussels property renovation

Renovation in Brussels

One point of contact for your renovation project in Brussels — from the first assessment to the final handover. Especially useful if you live abroad or simply don't have time to manage contractors yourself.

  • Brussels & surroundings
  • Single point of contact
  • English · Français · Türkçe
Illustration : façade bruxelloise et suivi de chantier à distance sur smartphone

What we do

Renovation and building works across Brussels

Houses, apartments, townhouses (maisons de maître) and small apartment buildings — full renovations or targeted works, organised by one accountable contact.

Full & partial renovationsPlanned trade by trade, in the right order, with a detailed line-by-line quote.
Townhouses & period homesUpgrading services, structure and insulation while respecting mouldings, floors and staircases.
Apartments in co-ownershipWorks organised around building rules, the syndic and the neighbours.
Structural worksLoad-bearing wall openings, masonry, slabs and underpinning, with a structural engineer when required.
Extensions & conversionsRear extensions, extra storeys, loft and layout changes, integrating permits and structure.
Investors & landlordsWorks estimate before buying, rental upgrades and pre-sale renovations — with no promise of returns.

How we work with remote owners

Single point of contact, from assessment to handover

Single point of contact

One person to talk to, who answers for the whole project and the coordination of every trade.

Project coordination

Scheduling, sequencing and on-site follow-up of the specialised craftsmen and companies we select.

Remote owner reporting

Regular written updates with progress photos, so you can follow and decide from anywhere.

Renovation management

Budget tracking, decisions documented in writing and a structured handover at the end.

Good to know

Renovating in Brussels: a few local rules

Every project is different, but a few points come up again and again for international owners. We check them with you before any works start.

  • Permits are generally requested from the municipality (commune). Changes to volume, façades or the number of housing units usually require one — see urban.brussels.
  • Architects are required for many works that need a permit; some works are exempt.
  • Co-ownership: in apartment buildings, works affecting common parts need the agreement of the owners’ association.
  • Energy certificate (PEB/EPB): required when selling or renting a home in Brussels.
  • Renovation grants: the Brussels Renolution grants are currently suspended for new invoices — check renolution.brussels before relying on any aid.

Project enquiry

Tell us about your project

A few details are enough to start. We usually reply within 2 working days. Fields marked with an asterisk are required.

    FAQ

    Frequently asked questions

    Can you manage a renovation while I live abroad?

    Yes. That is exactly what a single point of contact is for: we coordinate the trades on site and keep you informed with regular written updates and progress photos, so you can take decisions remotely.

    Which languages do you work in?

    English, French and Turkish. Quotes and technical documents are usually drafted in French; we can explain every line in English.

    Do I need a permit or an architect?

    It depends on the works. In Brussels, permits are generally handled through the municipality (commune), and many permit-requiring works also require an architect. Some works are exempt. We help you identify what applies to your project before works start. See our guide for expats.

    Do you take on smaller jobs?

    Yes — from a bathroom or a structural opening to a full renovation, as long as we can follow the project properly.

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