The re-design required to reconfigure the existing layout (which gained 8m2), as well as new plumbing, reversible air conditioning system (removal of gas boiler/heating system), electrics, lighting and a new fully equipped kitchen. The apartment is now a spacious and comfortable 2 bed, 2 bath, a lounge and an open plan kitchen dining.  On completion, it was was awarded 4* rating (out of 5) from Etoiles de France, the French government's official tourist accommodation quality rating.