Accarain Bouillot Architectes

What Accarain Bouillot Architectes does

Accarain Bouillot Architectes is a Brussels-headquartered architecture and urban planning firm founded in 1985 by Pierre Accarain and Marc Bouillot, graduates of the Institut Supérieur d'Architecture Saint Luc de Tournai. The firm provides comprehensive architectural services spanning concept design, permit applications, execution supervision, and project management, with a particular specialization in renovation, rehabilitation, and adaptive reuse of buildings — a capability traceable to its early work converting industrial sites into alternative housing in Brussels. It operates through wholly-owned local entities in four jurisdictions: Belgium (SA, headquarters in Schaerbeek/Brussels), France (Selarl, Saint André Lez Lille), Luxembourg (Brunelleschi Sarl, Windhof), and the Democratic Republic of Congo (ABconGo Sarl, Kinshasa), giving it one of the more geographically dispersed footprints relative to its small team size.

The firm's project portfolio covers five primary service categories: residential housing (logements), offices (bureaux), hotels (hôtels), retirement homes (maisons de repos), and education and culture (enseignement & culture). Notable commissions include the Silver Tower office building (43,000 m², 32 floors) with Ghelamco, the Ensor Delvaux residential complex (104 units) with BESIX RED, a 150-resident nursing home in Dinant with Aedifica, and multiple public-sector rehabilitations for the City of Brussels and CPAS. The firm combines its in-house architectural staff with an integrated network of structural, MEP, acoustic, and energy-performance engineering partners (WALK Engineering, GREISCH, DEXCO, PFC Engineering, ASM Acoustics) engaged from project inception, and routinely forms association momentanée joint ventures with peer firms (Assar Architects, Atelier de Genval, Atelier d'Architecture Antex) to deliver larger commissions.

Commercially, Accarain Bouillot operates as a traditional professional services practice. Revenue is generated through project-based commissions, with fees calculated as a percentage of construction cost or as fixed mission fees, paid on multi-year contract cadences tied to project phases. New work is acquired through direct private commissions from developers and investors, and through formal public architectural competitions and regulated procurement procedures (e.g., RENOCLICK for Brussels public buildings). The firm markets primarily through professional reputation, competition wins, and editorial features in architectural trade publications, rather than through digital marketing or sales-driven channels. Revenue is not publicly disclosed and the firm has no external funding, no M&A history, and no patents or proprietary technology assets.

Name

Accarain Bouillot Architectes

Legal name

Pierre Accarain – Marc Bouillot Architectes Associés SA

Website

https://accarain-bouillot.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Accarain Bouillot Architectes is a Brussels-based architecture and urban planning firm founded in 1985, specializing in renovation, rehabilitation, and adaptive reuse across Belgium, France, Luxembourg, and the DRC. It serves public institutions and private real-estate developers with project-based commissions spanning residential, office, hospitality, senior-living, and educational typologies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Architectural Services

NAICS

Architectural Services (541310)

akta.pro primary industry

Architectural Design Services (BPAHAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Interior Design Services (BPAHAKAB)

Keywords

• Architectural services
• Urban planning
• Building renovation
• Sustainable design
• Project management

Headquarters

HQ city

Brussels

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Architectural Services and Project Management: The firm generates revenue through commissions for complete architectural services on construction and renovation projects, including concept design, permit applications, execution supervision, and project management. Fees are typically calculated as a percentage of construction cost or as fixed fees for defined mission scopes.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Accarain Bouillot Architectes is an architecture firm providing comprehensive design services including architectural design, urban planning, building renovation/rehabilitation, interior design, project management, and site supervision. The firm serves public institutions, private developers, and industrial clients across multiple building typologies including housing, offices, hotels, healthcare facilities, and educational/cultural buildings. Operations span Belgium, France, Luxembourg, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Product overview

Accarain Bouillot Architectes is an architecture and urban planning firm offering comprehensive architectural services as a single unified offering. The firm operates across Belgium, France, Luxembourg, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, providing services in housing (logements), offices (bureaux), hotels (hôtels), retirement homes (maisons de repos), and education & culture (enseignement & culture) project categories. The services include new construction, rehabilitation of industrial and heritage buildings, urban renovation, and project management across these building typologies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Architectural Design Services (Logements / Housing) Comprehensive architectural design services for residential housing projects, serving public institutions, private developers, and individual clients. Includes concept design, feasibility studies, and construction documentation.
• Architectural Design Services (Bureaux / Offices) Architectural design services for office and commercial buildings, addressing corporate real estate, workspace functionality, and commercial feasibility. Targeted at corporate clients and real estate developers.
• Architectural Design Services (Hôtels / Hospitality) Architectural design services for hotel and hospitality projects, serving private developers and hospitality operators. Design balances guest experience, operational efficiency, and brand identity.
• Architectural Design Services (Maisons de repos / Healthcare) Architectural design services for rest homes, nursing facilities, and healthcare buildings. Addresses complex regulatory and user-experience requirements specific to elderly care and medical environments.
• Architectural Design Services (Enseignement & Culture / Education & Culture) Architectural design services for educational institutions and cultural venues, serving public sector clients and cultural organizations. Deliveries span schools, universities, libraries, museums, and arts facilities.
• Urban Planning Services Urban planning services addressing urban regeneration, masterplanning, and large-scale site development. Serves municipalities, public institutions, and private developers.
• Building Renovation & Rehabilitation Services Renovation and rehabilitation services for existing buildings, including heritage restoration and adaptive reuse of industrial sites. Serves public institutions, industrial site owners, and corporations undertaking redevelopment.
• Interior Architecture & Design Services Interior architecture and design services for residential, commercial, and institutional projects. Supports the firm's broader architectural engagements with space planning, finishes, and interior detailing.
• Project Management & Site Supervision Services Project management and site supervision services for construction projects. Ensures design intent is realized on site, including contractor coordination, quality control, and schedule management.

Quantifiable outcome

• Projects have been featured in leading French and Belgian architectural publications (L'Architecture, ArchiNews, Plan Magazine, Modusnews) over multiple years from 2006 to 2024.

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Assar ArchitectsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated with Assar Architects on the Ensor Delvaux residential complex project (104 units, Woluwé Saint Lambert). Partnership in a joint venture / association momentanée for this specific project.
• Atelier de GenvalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociated with Atelier de Genval in a joint venture for the Botanic Building project (renovation and construction of an office tower in Brussels) and for the Silver Tower project (execution phase).
• Assar ArchitectsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociation momentanée with Assar Architects for the Jette Village project (74 units: 22 houses and 52 apartments) alongside Besix Real Estate Development and SDRB.
• Atelier d'Architecture AntexminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociation momentanée with Atelier d'Architecture Antex for the Mont Saint Lambert renovation project (310 total units across 16 buildings) and MSL Stockel 36-42 sub-project.
• Engineering and specialist consultants (structural, MEP, acoustics, PEB)coreTechnology or IntegrationThe firm routinely integrates structural engineers, MEP specialists, acoustics consultants, energy performance advisors (PEB), and safety coordinators as essential partners from the earliest stages of every project. Notable engineering partners include WALK Engineering, DEXCO, GREISCH, PFC Engineering, and ASM Acoustics.
• General construction companies and contractorsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerWorks with general contractors for project execution on specific builds. Partners vary by project and include companies such as Thomas & Piron, Besix, Democo, CFE, and others.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Buro II & Archi+I: Belgian architecture and urban planning firm active in housing, public buildings, and adaptive reuse. Comparable on project typology (renovation, public commissions) and Belgian/European footprint.
• Stéphane Beel Architects: Belgian architecture office producing residential, cultural, and mixed-use projects across Belgium. Comparable in scale, typology, and emphasis on Belgian developer and institutional clients.
• A2RC: Belgian architecture practice delivering residential, mixed-use, and heritage-sensitive projects. Comparable on developer-driven commissions and rehabilitation expertise in Brussels.
• DDSG+: Belgian architecture practice focused on urban renewal, housing, and public facilities. Directly comparable given Accarain Bouillot's parallel emphasis on social-housing rehabilitation and Belgian public-sector work.
• Steinmetzdemeyer: Luxembourg architecture practice delivering urban, residential, and institutional projects. Comparable on cross-border Benelux project mix and developer-driven commissions.
• Art & Build: Brussels-based architectural firm of comparable size delivering residential, office, and mixed-use projects across Belgium and Europe. Closely comparable in typology (housing, offices, hotels) and Benelux-centric developer client base.
• Atelier Viguier: Paris-based architecture studio with strong practice in adaptive reuse, residential, and mixed-use projects. Comparable on renovation/heritage-sensitive expertise and French-market activity.
• Christian Bauer & Associés: Luxembourg-based architectural firm with adjacent residential, commercial, and public commissions. Comparable on Grand Duchy footprint and developer client overlap.

Broad incumbents

• Architecture-Studio: Larger French architectural practice with international reach in cultural, residential, and urban projects. Comparable on francophone European footprint and adaptive reuse / mixed-use expertise, but at materially greater scale.

Emerging players

• TANK Architectes: Brussels-based architecture practice with strong focus on housing, urban renewal, and adaptive reuse. Comparable on Belgian housing-rehabilitation positioning though typically on smaller-scale residential projects.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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