The New Apartment Alegranza

Stepping into the newly renovated Apartment Alegranza today, you are met with a light-filled, tranquil holiday home. What isn’t immediately obvious is that this was one of the most demanding renovation projects in our resort, Weybeach Finca Marisa.

Rather than simply applying a coat of paint and adding a few stylish pieces of furniture, we completely turned the apartment on its head. Why? Because we wanted to create a space that doesn’t just look good in photos, but actually allows you to settle in and truly unwind.

A radical shift for light and space

The original layout had a major drawback: the main living areas faced a narrow service alley, while the main terrace remained disconnected from daily life. So, we made a bold decision and sacrificed an entire bedroom.

Where a closed-off room once stood, there is now an open-plan, bespoke kitchen-diner. The result? The entire apartment now flows seamlessly onto the terrace. Enlarged window openings allow Lanzarote’s warm light to reach deep into the space, finally opening up the views to where they belong.

Honest design over off-the-shelf furniture

We wanted an interior that radiates calm while easily handling the realities of island life. You might notice the unusual masonry kitchen or the built-in masonry bed bases. These aren’t just aesthetic statements; they are a practical choice using honest, local materials. The pleasant side effect for you as a guest? A masonry bed never creaks. It offers the sturdiest, quietest sleep you could wish for after a day exploring the beaches or volcanoes.

Selecting the colour palette didn’t require much searching either—a glance out of the window was enough. White masonry, green accents, and warm terracotta tones echo the volcanic landscape and complement the retro feel of the original, preserved ceramic tiles.

From utility space to private haven

A particular highlight is the terrace. Once an uninviting utility area housing water tanks and exposed pipework, we have transformed it into a second outdoor living room. Featuring subtropical planting, dark ceramic tiles (which effortlessly handle the fine dust brought by the regular Calima winds), and black volcanic gravel, it is now a secluded garden oasis.

Alegranza holds a special place for us, as it serves as the pilot apartment for the gradual refurbishment of the entire Weybeach Finca Marisa resort. It sets the standard for what lies ahead: thoughtful, relaxing spaces free from unnecessary clutter. For instance, we deliberately designed our new massage room without the usual Buddha statues—natural materials and calm speak for themselves.

If you have an interest in architecture and would like to read about why building on Lanzarote works so differently from Central Europe, we highly recommend this insightful (and refreshingly honest) article by Radka and Jakub Vala | OOOOX.

And if you would prefer to experience it all firsthand and relax in Apartment Alegranza:  Book your stay and check availability here.