Christen Architectes SA

Approach | Building relationships based on trust

Fundamentally contemporary, fascinated by technical innovations and guided by our thirst for knowledge, our approach to our profession aims above all to be as close as possible to our clients. For half a century, we have been building sincere and lasting relationships with all our contacts and clients. However, our goal remains the same: to adapt as naturally as possible to the needs of each project and to represent your interests as effectively as possible with the authorities and companies. Aware that each construction project is unique, we guarantee an experienced and attentive ear, as well as personalized support throughout all phases of development. We are also pragmatic and committed to finding the right balance between architectural quality and rationalization of construction costs, regardless of the scale of the project.

Team | Evolution at the heart of quality

Founded in 1969 by Jean-Claude Christen, the firm and its management were taken over in 1994 by his son, Lionel Christen. In 2008, Audrey Meyer, a former apprentice, rejoined the team after completing her architectural studies and became a partner three years later. Today, we are proud to have a dynamic team of certified architects, 3D visualization specialists, construction managers, architectural draftsmen, apprentices, and administrative staff. In addition to our characteristic versatility, we surround ourselves with specialized engineers (civil engineering, thermal engineering, asbestos, etc.) and can also count on the help of high-quality local companies from our privileged address book. At the heart of our longevity is a desire to constantly master new technologies and stay fully up to date with the latest legislation. That's why our employees undergo continuous training, enabling us to integrate the most powerful and appropriate software for various tasks into our workflow, thereby facilitating the overall understanding and high quality of our projects.

Skills | Your project, at the heart of an enlightened vision

Whether you are planning a new build, a renovation, or an investment property, we can support you, advise you, and even represent you throughout all phases of your project, including: feasibility studies, budget estimates, permit applications, material selection, requesting and analyzing bids, managing and monitoring construction, finishing touches, and even handing over the keys, with guarantees.

Contemporary, rational, and sustainable, our approach is primarily focused on the person who embodies the project: you. This humanized vision of architecture—along with our love for our region and our in-depth knowledge of its socio-economic fabric—characterizes us and also gives us our versatility. Although we specialize in housing, we extend our expertise to all areas of construction, from neighborhood-wide competitions to the creation of pool houses. Our services are tailored to your projects, your requirements, your needs, and your requests; simple, clear, and precise.