In the historically creative city of Paris, it should come as no surprise that innovation in architecture is thriving. Nestled amongst the rich tapestry of iconic monuments and cutting-edge design, a number of pioneering businesses have made Paris their headquarters, helping to shape the architectural landscape of France, and indeed, the world. With missions varying from space design platforms to online interior design studios, these companies combine forward-thinking technology with artistic prowess, leading the way in architectural evolution.
Paris, aptly revered as the sculpture city, is the ideal backdrop for these progressive businesses. Not only is it steeped in a rich history of artistic triumph, but its vigorous tech scene presents the perfect conditions for growth. Investing heavily in research, development and independence, these companies are at the forefront of architectural innovation, addressing every aspect of the industry from virtual design tools to robust construction solutions.
In this article, we will take a closer look at just a few of these Paris-based companies that are making waves in the global architectural industry. By weaving in the latest digital advancements into their work, these companies are shaping the city’s buildings, interiors, and industry tools, elevating the Parisian skyline to new heights.
Rayon
Founded by Bastien Dolla and Stanislas Chaillou, Rayon is a cutting-edge platform specializing in software, apps, and interior design. Offering a collaborative space design platform, Rayon empowers designers to create, share and collaborate via their web browsers. Reducing design times and enhancing productivity, Rayon paves the way for a truly open, API-friendly software environment. Find out more on their LinkedIn page or their Twitter, @Rayonapp.
Clever Age
With its headquarters in Paris and additional offices in Lyon, Bordeaux, and Nantes, Clever Age is a stalwart in the architecture, content, information technology, and infrastructure industries. Founded by Nicolas Hoizey, Clever Age uncovers the best solutions for the market, focusing on ROI, independence and technological innovation. Follow them on Facebook or Twitter at @cleverage.
Archionline
Archionline is a flourishing architecture and planning company offering a range of services encompassing e-commerce, architecture, construction, and interior design. Founded by Francois Thoulouze, Gregoire Leveque, and Victor Thoulouze, the company has carved out its place in the Real Estate and Robotics sectors through innovative, convenient, and customer-focused solutions. Find Archionline on LinkedIn, Facebook, or Twitter at @archionline.
Insidy
Founders Raphael Salimi and Salome Paly-Lignier have revolutionised the interior design realm with Insidy. Formerly known as Les Decorateurs, the online interior design and architecture studio creates personalities within living spaces. Follow their work on Facebook and LinkedIn.
PDA
PDA, spearheaded by founders Donatien DALOUS and Pascal DALOUS, channels their innovative approach into architectural projects worldwide. They extensively utilize technological advancements in their project design and execution. Learn more about PDA on their LinkedIn page or their Twitter, @AgencePDA.
Rendr
Rendr enhances project presentations and increases visibility for architects, interior designers, urban planners, and museums via virtual tours and 360 videos. The brainchild of Laurent Lefebvre, Rendr was established in 2015 and has been serving its global clientele from its Paris headquarters ever since. Follow Rendr on LinkedIn, Facebook or Twitter at @RendrFrance.
AREP
Specializing in architecture, civil engineering, and construction, AREP is a leading player in the industry. Learn more about their work on their official LinkedIn page or follow them on Twitter at @arepgroup.
Claranet France
Claranet France is a renowned company specializing in architecture, cloud data services, cyber security, and IT. Stay updated with their work on LinkedIn or follow them on Twitter at @claranet_FR.
Les Sismo
Les Sismo, an established presence in the architecture and product design sphere, offers innovative solutions. See their latest updates on Facebook, their official LinkedIn page or follow them on Twitter at @sismodesign.
Nexworld
Co-founded by Marc Muller and Mariano Boni, Nexworld offers a range of services in architecture, consulting, developer APIs, information technology, and IoT. Stay updated on Facebook, LinkedIn or follow them on Twitter at @nexworldfr.
NovaSparks
NovaSparks SA provides a diverse range of super-fast data packet processing solutions. The company also offers No Latency market data ticker plant services, reducing the latency to sub-microsecond speeds, catering to the high-frequency traders of investment banks, hedge funds, and proprietary trading firms.
