What Demeures Côte Argent does

Demeures Côte d'Argent (DCA), founded in 1974 and headquartered in Artigues-près-Bordeaux, is a private French single-family home construction company serving the Grand Sud-Ouest region across seven departments (Charente-Maritime, Dordogne, Gironde, Landes, Lot-et-Garonne, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Hautes-Pyrénées). The company operates a catalog of 40+ customizable house models under the core DCA brand and four sub-brands: Rouquié Constructions, Maisons bois Clairlande, Logis du Pertuis, and Natur'Habitat. Its product range spans a budget POP! series (60-100m², starting at €99,500) through mid-range family homes (Venise at €154,049 for 100m²) to premium large-family models (Tokyo at €239,886 for 135m²). Construction is delivered under the CCMI (Contrat de Construction de Maison Individuelle) framework with NF Habitat certification, and the company specializes in wood-frame (ossature bois) construction using locally-sourced Landes pine, alongside energy-efficient offerings branded as Maison Positive and Maison Passive.

DCA's revenue model is one-time construction contract-based, supplemented by land plot sales, home extensions, renovation services, post-disaster repair, and 3 kWc solar photovoltaic equipment installation bundled with new-build contracts. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via a multi-agency physical network, a website with model showcases and department-based search, an active social media presence on LinkedIn/Instagram/Facebook/YouTube, and a structured referral program (parrainage) paying €500 to both referrer and referred customer. The customer base is B2C with three segments: families and first-time home buyers (primary), real estate investors seeking rental or retirement assets (secondary), and professionals/business owners building specialized premises including medical, commercial, sporting, and acoustic facilities (tertiary). All homes are built under CCMI fixed-price contracts providing legal and quality protections.

Operationally, DCA has cumulatively served 15,000-20,000 families since 1974, with growth delivered via a combination of organic product launches and brand acquisitions. The Clairlande union added a high-tech wood-frame product line; the Rouquié Constructions and Logis du Pertuis / Natur'Habitat acquisitions extended the geographic footprint. The company has no disclosed parent entity, no external investors or private equity backing in the source data, and does not publicly disclose revenue figures. Its competitive position rests on regional brand recognition, NF Habitat certification, integrated land-plus-construction service, and a multi-decade catalog of customizable templates adapted to Sud-Ouest climate and lifestyle.

Name

Demeures Côte Argent

Legal name

Demeures Côte d'Argent

Website

https://demeures-cote-dargent.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Demeures Côte d'Argent is a private French single-family home builder founded in 1974, serving families, investors, and professionals across seven departments in the Grand Sud-Ouest region with 40+ customizable models under CCMI contract and NF Habitat certification.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Home Construction

NAICS

New Housing For-Sale Builders (236117)

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520)

akta.pro primary industry

Custom Home Building (IMAFABAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Residential Design-Build & Renovation-Integrated Builders (IMAFABAE), Family Room / Great Room Additions (HSAPADAJ)

Keywords

• Single-family home construction
• Custom home building
• Wood frame construction
• Residential property development
• Energy efficient housing

Headquarters

HQ city

Artigues-près-bordeaux

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. New Home Construction: Core business of constructing custom single-family homes. Customers choose from pre-designed models that can be personalized, or commission fully custom homes. Revenue is generated through construction contracts signed under CCMI (Contrat de Construction de Maison Individuelle).
2. Land Sales: The company offers land plots across the Sud-Ouest region, facilitating the complete purchase-construction journey for customers.
3. Extensions and Renovation: Services for extending existing homes or complete renovation projects.
4. Solar Energy Equipment: Installation of solar photovoltaic systems (3 kWc offer with construction contracts signed before 31/07/2026).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Demeures Côte d'Argent designs, builds, and delivers custom single-family homes in South-West France under regulated CCMI construction contracts. The company's offering spans a catalog of 40+ pre-designed house models — from budget-friendly POP! series starting at €99,500 for 60-100m² homes to premium family residences up to 182m² with 6 bedrooms — available in wood-frame (ossature bois), single-story, multi-story, and contemporary styles. Supporting services include land search across the Sud-Ouest region, home extensions, complete renovation, post-disaster (sinistre) repair, solar energy equipment installation, and an integrated Passeport Propriétaire project-tracking system from land selection through key handover.

Product overview

Demeures Côte Argent (DCA) is a house construction company operating since 1974 in the Aquitaine/South-West region of France. The company offers a diverse portfolio of 40+ customizable house models across multiple sub-brands including Rouquié Constructions, Maisons bois Clairlande, Logis du Pertuis, and Natur'Habitat. House models range from budget-friendly POP! series (60-100m2 starting from 99,500 EUR) to premium family homes (up to 182m2 with 6 bedrooms). The product line includes traditional, wood-frame, contemporary, and single-story designs. Additional services include land search, home extensions, renovations, disaster repairs, and solar energy installations. Special eco-friendly offerings include Maison positive (positive energy) and Maison passive (passive house standard) concepts. All houses come with NF Habitat certification and are built under the Contrat de Construction de Maison Individuelle (CCMI) framework.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Rouquié Constructions par DCA: Acquired construction company operating under DCA umbrella
• Maisons bois Clairlande par DCA
• Logis du Pertuis et Natur'Habitat

Products and services

• POP! Budget Home Series (POP! 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, and POP! Etage) A line of budget-oriented single-family homes ranging from 60m² to 100m², with the POP! 77m² model starting at €99,500 and POP! Etage offering multi-story layouts from 80m² with 3 bedrooms. Targeted at first-time buyers and budget-conscious families seeking affordable, NF-certified homes.
• Standard Family Home Models (Venise, Sofia, Lisbonne, Cosmos, Chicago, Panama, Athènes, Montréal, Santiago, Nancras, Sydney, Bilbao, etc.) Mid-range family houses from approximately 93m² to 137m², typically with 3-4 bedrooms and a garage. Examples include Venise (100m², 3 bedrooms, from €154,049), Sofia (93m², 3 bedrooms, garage), Lisbon (3 bedrooms, garage), and Chicago (131m², 4 bedrooms, garage). Designed for families needing adaptable layouts with standard construction features.
• Premium Family Home Models (Tokyo, Oslo, Rio, Melbourne, Seville, Miami, Ibiza, Dubai) Larger family residences from 115m² to 182m² with 3-6 bedrooms and garages. Examples include Tokyo (135m², 4 bedrooms, from €239,886, featuring 60m² living space and large terrace), Oslo (160m², 4 bedrooms), and Rio (182m², 6 bedrooms). Targeted at larger families and buyers seeking premium finishes and space.
• Wood Frame Houses (Maisons Bois - Acacia, Châtaignier, Ebène, Epicéa, Olivier, Pin, Merisier, Tilleul) Timber-frame houses (ossature bois) constructed with locally-sourced Landes pine, designed for sustainability and regional architectural identity. Models range from entry-level (Acacia, 2-3 bedrooms for first-time buyers) to larger family layouts (Olivier at 129m², 3 bedrooms, garage). The Pin model specifically highlights locally-sourced and sustainable materials.
• Contemporary and Architectural House Designs (Maison en L, Citadine, Cispéo, Dubaï) Contemporary house designs with distinctive architectural layouts. Maison en L (L-shaped, 70m² minimum, 2-4 bedrooms, garage) offers an innovative layout. Citadine targets urban environments with 66m² minimum and 1-5 bedrooms. Cispéo (120m², 3-5 bedrooms) won the Union des Maisons Françaises challenge prize. Dubaï provides a 115m², 3-bedroom urban option.
• Maison Positive (Positive Energy House) Positive-energy house concept designed to produce more energy than it consumes, part of DCA's eco-friendly construction commitment. Targeted at environmentally conscious buyers seeking net-positive energy residential properties.
• Maison Passive (Passive House) Passive houses meeting strict energy efficiency standards for minimal energy consumption. Targets buyers prioritizing energy efficiency and low operational costs through certified passive-house construction.
• Land Search Service (Terrain Search Service) Service that helps customers find suitable land plots for their construction project across the seven departments of South-West France where DCA operates, supporting the end-to-end land-to-keys journey.
• Home Extensions Service Service for extending existing single-family homes, aimed at existing homeowners looking to add living space without purchasing a new property.
• Home Renovation Service (Rénovation) Complete home renovation services for existing properties, enabling homeowners to modernize and refurbish their current residence using DCA's construction capabilities.
• Post-Disaster Repair Service (Réparation après sinistre) Damage repair services for properties affected by disasters (sinistres), providing reconstruction assistance to property owners dealing with insured losses.
• Solar Energy Equipment Installation (Equipements énergétiques solaires) Installation of solar photovoltaic systems, including a 3 kWc photovoltaic system offer bundled with new construction contracts signed before 31 July 2026. Aimed at buyers seeking energy self-sufficiency and reduced operational costs.
• Passeport Propriétaire (Owner Passport) Customer journey documentation and project-tracking service that spans the full home-buying process — from land selection to key handover — providing buyers with a single record of their project milestones and documentation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 15,000+ families have trusted Demeures Côte d'Argent since 1974

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Maisons Phénix: Long-established French national homebuilder focused on entry-level and mid-range individual houses. Closely comparable to DCA in product strategy (broad catalog, first-time-buyer orientation, CCMI framework) and competes head-on for the same Sud-Ouest buyer profile.
• Villas Club (Groupe Avenir): French individual-home builder with regional operations. Comparable to DCA in product positioning (catalog of customizable homes, CCMI contracts) and in target customer segments (primary-residence buyers).
• IGC Construction: Toulouse-based individual-home builder operating across the south of France, including parts of Sud-Ouest. Direct competitor to DCA in shared regional markets and a useful comparator for southern-France construction cost dynamics.
• Babeau Seguin: French national homebuilder operating across multiple regions with a similar mid-market single-family focus. Competes with DCA in the same individual-house category under the CCMI framework, and is a relevant comparator for catalog breadth and regional density strategies.
• Trecobat: Western-France regional homebuilder with strong presence in Brittany and Grand Ouest. Comparable to DCA as a regionally anchored multi-department builder with similar catalog-driven sales motion and similar exposure to local demographic trends.
• Lamotte Maisons Individuelles: French homebuilder focused on individual houses in western and central France. Comparable to DCA's regional density strategy, CCMI-based contract structure, and mid-market customer profile.
• Hexaom (formerly Maisons France Confort): France's largest individual-home builder (publicly listed), operating across the entire country under multiple brands including Maisons France Confort, Hexaom, and Illico Travaux. Direct competitor to DCA in single-family construction, with significantly greater geographic and financial scale; useful benchmark for DCM unit economics.
• Natilia: Specialist wood-frame individual-home brand (part of the HEXAOM group) using industrial timber-frame construction. Closest competitor to DCA's wood-frame / Clairlande positioning; useful benchmark for timber-frame unit economics and eco-segment pricing.

Broad incumbents

• Maisons Pierre: Large French national homebuilder with broad geographic coverage and high brand awareness. Overlaps with DCA in single-family individual-house category but operates at much larger national scale; useful proxy for catalog-driven marketing efficiency.

Others

• Cerqual Qualitel Certification: French certification body issuing the NF Habitat label that DCA's homes carry. Adjacent rather than competitive, but a key ecosystem enabler whose certification framework is a precondition for DCA's quality positioning.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/demeuresdelacotedargent
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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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