Contemporary Architecture in the French Basque Country
Architecture Rooted in the Basque Lifestyle
Based near Saint-Jean-de-Luz on the French Basque Coast, Atelier Ondra designs refined homes shaped by landscape, light and the art of living in the South of France.
The studio works on luxury renovations, holiday homes and bespoke interior architecture projects for an international clientele seeking elegant, timeless spaces rooted in their surroundings.
Blending contemporary design with local character, Atelier Ondra creates homes that feel both understated and deeply connected to the Basque lifestyle.
Services
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Architectural Design
From architecture to interior spaces and bespoke details, Atelier Ondra develops thoughtful and refined projects shaped by place, light and everyday living.
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Planning & Administrative Support
Atelier Ondra assists clients with planning applications, permits and administrative procedures, helping navigate local regulations and project approvals in the French Basque Country.
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Renovation & Construction Management
From planning to construction, Atelier Ondra coordinates every stage of the project, ensuring careful execution, trusted local collaboration and consistency from concept to completion.
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Also for Professionals
Beyond private homes, Atelier Ondra also designs hospitality, retail and professional spaces, creating environments tailored to each activity, identity and experience.
From concept to construction
We support residential projects from the first architectural concept through to construction, whether for a new home, a villa renovation or the transformation of an existing property.
Our full architectural service integrates design development, planning applications, technical coordination, tendering and construction management, ensuring every stage is carefully managed.
Working throughout the French Basque Country and the Landes coast, we collaborate closely with engineers, consultants and local craftsmen to deliver timeless homes with precision, quality and lasting value.
“Simplicity is the perfect harmony between the beautiful, the useful and the just.” — Frank Lloyd Wright
“Simplicity is the perfect harmony between the beautiful, the useful and the just.” — Frank Lloyd Wright
“What we call beauty is often only a sublimation of the realities of life.” — Jun’ichirō Tanizaki
“What we call beauty is often only a sublimation of the realities of life.” — Jun’ichirō Tanizaki
Architecture office across the Basque coastline
The studio works throughout the French Basque Country and the Basque Coast, including Biarritz, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Ciboure, Guéthary, Bidart, Hendaye, Urrugne, Ascain, Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle, Arbonne, Arcangues, and the surrounding areas. Each project is carefully designed in response to its landscape, local architecture and way of living.
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