Architect / Decorator in Ibiza
Whether you are restoring a finca in Sant Joan, reworking the layout of a flat in Eivissa or planning a villa in Sant Josep, an architect or decorator in Ibiza does more than draw. They prepare the proyecto and the dirección de obra, deal with the town hall, and keep the design coherent when you are managing everything from abroad. Here is what to expect on the island.
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Indicative estimate. For 120 m². €6,930 – €12,870 incl. VAT
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For 120 m²
€6,930 – €12,870 incl. VAT
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CASA OBRAS IBIZA
Casa Obras est une entreprise spécialisée dans les travaux et la rénovation à Ibiza. Fondée par deux entrepreneurs du bâtiment et une décoratrice d’intérieur, nous mettons notre expertise locale et notre sens du détail au service de vos projets, du rafraîchissement à la rénovation complète. Notre atout : un accompagnement personnalisé et un suivi rigoureux de la qualité à chaque étape de votre chantier.
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Typical architecture and design projects in Ibiza
Requests on the island fall into a few recurring families. Finca restorations where the owner wants to keep sabina beams, thick stone walls and lime render while adding modern comfort. Full refurbishments of apartments in Eivissa, Figueretes or Santa Eulària, where the layout matters more than the square metres. New-build villas or extensions in Sant Josep and Santa Eulària, which need a full proyecto signed by a registered architect. And interior-design commissions for holiday rentals, where the brief is durability, storage and a look that photographs well. Many of these projects lead on to a full home renovation in Ibiza once the drawings are approved.
What affects the fee
Architects and decorators usually price by scope rather than by hour. The main drivers are the type of work (a permit set of drawings versus a complete proyecto with dirección de obra), whether structural calculations or an engineer are needed, the level of interior detailing (bespoke joinery, lighting plans, material boards), the complexity of the site (rural land, protected building, difficult access) and how much coordination you expect them to take on with builders and suppliers. Bilingual project management with remote reporting for owners abroad is a service in its own right and is often quoted separately.
Permits and rules to anticipate
Almost any renovation in Ibiza that goes beyond paint touches a permit. Replacing a bathroom or kitchen without moving walls typically falls under a licencia de obra menor; moving structure, extending or changing the use of a building requires a licencia de obra mayor and a signed proyecto. On suelo rústico the rules are stricter, and in Dalt Vila or in a catalogued finca heritage approval may be required before anything else. Your architect should also check the cédula de habitabilidad and, if the property is rented to tourists, the conditions of the ETV licence, so the finished work does not put either at risk.
How to choose an architect or decorator on the island
Ask for a portfolio of projects actually built in Ibiza, not just renders. Check that the architect is registered with the professional college and that liability insurance is in place. Insist on a written proposal that breaks the work into phases: survey, concept, permit drawings, technical project, tendering to builders, site direction and handover. Agree how you will communicate if you are not on the island: weekly photo reports, video calls, one point of contact. Finally, ask how they handle suppliers, because kitchens, stone and joinery often ship from the mainland or Mallorca and lead times shape the whole programme.
Timing and seasonality
Design work can happen at any time of year, and starting the drawings in spring or summer is the way to be ready for a low-season build. Site work itself is concentrated between November and April, because villas and rentals are occupied in summer and several town halls limit noisy works in tourist zones during the season. Permits take time, so a project that begins on paper in May has a realistic chance of starting on site the following autumn.
Where our professionals work
Architects and decorators on Octo cover the five municipalities: Eivissa (including Dalt Vila, Marina Botafoch and Figueretes), Santa Eulària des Riu (Jesús, Santa Gertrudis, es Canar, Cala Llonga, Sant Carles), Sant Antoni de Portmany (Sant Rafel, Cala Gració), Sant Josep de sa Talaia (Sant Jordi, Platja d'en Bossa, Cala de Bou, Cala Vedella, es Cubells, Sant Agustí) and Sant Joan de Labritja (Portinatx, Sant Miquel, Sant Llorenç, Sant Vicent). See the other trades available across the renovation category or everything on offer in Ibiza.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need an architect for a bathroom or kitchen renovation in Ibiza?
Not always. If no walls or structure move, the work usually falls under a licencia de obra menor and a builder can prepare the paperwork. As soon as you move walls, alter the façade, extend or change the use, a signed proyecto by a registered architect is needed for the licencia de obra mayor. In Dalt Vila or a protected finca, heritage approval may also be required.
Can an architect manage my project while I live abroad?
Yes, and it is one of the most common requests on the island. Agree the reporting rhythm up front: dated photos, short video calls, a shared folder with drawings and invoices, and a single point of contact who coordinates builders and suppliers. Ask how decisions are recorded so a change agreed on a call is reflected in the drawings and the quote.
What is the difference between an architect and an interior decorator?
An architect signs the proyecto and the dirección de obra, deals with structure and permits and takes legal responsibility for the work. A decorator or interior designer works on layout, materials, lighting, joinery and furnishing, and does not sign permits. Many Ibiza projects use both, either within one studio or as two professionals who coordinate with each other.
Can I keep the traditional features of my finca?
Usually yes, and it is often the whole point. Sabina beams, stone walls and lime render can be restored and combined with modern insulation, plumbing and electrics. On catalogued buildings and on suelo rústico the town hall may set conditions on what can change, so ask your architect to confirm what is possible before the design goes too far.
How far ahead should I start the design?
Earlier than most owners expect. Drawings, permit approval and ordering of kitchens, stone and joinery from the mainland all take time, and site work is concentrated in the low season from November to April. Starting the design in spring gives a realistic chance of building the following winter and having the house ready for the next summer.
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