Boutique development group requires logo inspiration

This is what Cheval Group was looking for in their logo design

We need a logo design that is clean and simple. Something that will stand out whilst remaining professional. We are partial to platinum on charcoal or vice versa but pastel colours may be accepted depending on how well the design works. We have a young team and our original direction is on boutique real estate and small scale developments so a somewhat softer feel to our marketing is important whilst not detracting from a the impression of a strong established brand/logo. The inspiration for the brand is from the french ''ideal palace''. The photos are attached, the original thought was centred around an outline of the foundation rocks or finished product (palace) as per the attached images.
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