The finesse of a controlled structure
Sections, spans, supports and joints are studied to strike the right balance between presence and lightness. The structure fulfils its function while preserving the visual quality of the whole.
Marguerite Harbor
Outdoor spaces designed as architecture to live in.
Terraces, landscape elements and structures form a single outdoor space. Lines, levels, materials and uses are considered together to create continuity between the house, the garden and the living areas.
Service 01 / 03Pergolas · Pavilions · Carports · Gates
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Structures
Pergolas, pavilions, carports and gates are designed in relation to the volumes, openings and materials of the house. The structure accompanies the architecture and extends its lines.
- Pergola
- Steel
- Pavilion
- Steel
- Carport
- Steel
- Gate
- Steel
Steel as an architectural framework
Steel draws the load-bearing lines, frames spaces and makes it possible to compose structures suited to each site. Its finish is coordinated with the project’s other materials.
Service 02 / 03Steel frame · Wood decking · Steps & landings
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Terraces
Beneath the decking, a load-bearing steel structure defines the supports, levels and lines of the terrace. Its sections and joints are designed according to the project, the spans and the installation conditions.
- Load-bearing frame
- Steel
- Board decking
- Wood
- Steps & landings
- Wood · Steel
- Fascias & risers
- Painted steel
Steps designed in continuity
Steps, risers and landings take up the language of the terrace. Their geometry is precisely defined to keep clean lines and a natural flow.
A terrace that works with the garden
Levels, plantings, planters and circulation areas can be designed as parts of a single whole. Each transition contributes to the balance of the design.
Careful edges and levels
Painted fascia boards and risers extend the lines of the structure. Heights, returns and edges are worked to give the terrace a clean, controlled finish.
All terraces
Service 03 / 03Planters · Planter boxes · Landscape elements
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Landscaping
Planters and landscape elements are not mere containers. Their proportions, heights and placement help structure the views and organise the uses of the garden.
- Planter
- Protected steel
- Landscape element
- Stainless steel
- Landscape element
- Aluminium
- Planter built into the terrace
- Steel
Volumes integrated into the architecture
Aligned, grouped or built into a terrace, planters extend the lines of the house and create transitions between spaces. Their design is matched to the project’s levels, colours and materials.
A container designed for its function
The design takes into account the plant it will hold, the volume of soil, drainage, the stresses on the walls and handling conditions. The material and reinforcements are defined according to the planter’s dimensions and use.
Finishes considered as a whole
Colours, sheen, edges and joints all shape the planter’s presence in the garden. The finish is chosen to respond to the terrace, the joinery and the other elements of the landscape.
All landscaping projects
Designing the atmosphere, defining the work.
Visual research makes it possible to explore proportions, colours, materials and light. Technical design then specifies the elements needed for construction.
Frequently asked questions
Before you write to us.
What do you make?
Terraces, landscape elements and structures form a single outdoor space. Structures: Pergolas · Pavilions · Carports · Gates. Terraces: Steel frame · Wood decking · Steps & landings. Landscaping: Planters · Planter boxes · Landscape elements.
How does a project begin?
Every project begins with an understanding of the site: its levels, its access, its architecture and its uses. Topographic surveys, laser levelling and 3D scanning are used to establish the design basis for the project.
Is each project designed for its site?
Each design takes shape from the terrain, the existing architecture and the habits of those who will live there. The project fits into its surroundings rather than simply being added to them.
How is the steel protected?
Combining hot-dip galvanising with paint forms a duplex system. The first protects the steel against corrosion; the second provides the finish and additional protection.
How does installation work?
The works are designed as coherent modules, easy to transport and put in place. Discreet fixings preserve the clarity of the whole; lifting and assembly are prepared in advance.
Your project
A proposal for the site.
A composition study explores the lines, levels and materials of an outdoor design. The project is then developed to find an expression in keeping with the architecture and the landscape.