Architect and Urban Planner based in the Marais, with a Master's degree in Historical Preservation. She has spent 10 years working on the renovation of Haussmannian buildings and studying the evolution of Paris's urban landscape.
Sophie Moreau offers a unique technical perspective on the streets of Paris, combining her professional expertise in architecture with a passion for urban exploration. She understands the structural secrets behind the city's facades, explaining why the second floor was historically the noble floor or how to spot fake moldings in a rental apartment. Sophie's guides are essential for travelers who want to read the city like an open book, helping them identify dates of construction or find hidden courtyards often overlooked by the casual passerby. She addresses practical questions with architectural insight, such as "How to Identify a True Haussmannian Building by Looking at the Balconies?" and navigating the city's physical constraints.