Grand Hôtel Spa & Thalasso ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Saint-Jean-de-Luz, France
The renovation of the Grand Hôtel Spa & Thalasso in Saint-Jean-de-Luz marks the rebirth of an iconic destination, reconnecting with the spirit of seaside living that defines the character of the resort. The existing architecture has been preserved and reinterpreted through a contemporary, elegant and understated approach. Conceived as a true retreat, the thalassotherapy centre creates a direct dialogue with the beach and the ocean. Natural materials, tones inspired by the sky and the sea, and subtle plays of reflection and light come together to create an almost ethereal environment, conducive to disconnecting from the outside world. A project that brings together heritage, light and contemporary poetry to reinvent the art of seaside living.