Located on the east side of Sifnos island, the project concerns the design of a seven-bedroom holiday house, offering uninterrupted views over the Aegean sea.
Originally intended to house two separate holiday homes, the building was redesigned while preserving its original structure. The reorganization of the spaces and the configuration of the two volumes that pre-existed led to the final creation of a single house. Particular emphasis was given to the design of the surrounding area that works as the main living space. The building volumes are surrounded by peaceful courtyards and sheltered outdoor areas, that offer different spatial qualities to the entire house. A large outdoor living room, a dining area, and an outdoor kitchen meet in a single space, while smaller courtyards serve mainly the bedrooms. The exterior of the house is completed by a linear pool facing the sea.
The clean-lined building volumes are defined by the Cycladic austerity and geometry that characterizes the traditional houses of the Aegean. Drawing inspiration from architectural simplicity, the project is the outcome of a natural composition of geometric volumes that serve the functional needs of a luxury home. The vertical, linear frames allow the interior and exterior-outdoor space to communicate and frame the sea views. The interiors follow the concepts of simplicity and harmony too. The color palette, the materials, and the furniture that is selected are characterized by simple design and unpretentious elegance, offering a relaxed and welcoming environment. The building blends into the architectural space through the use of specific materials. The white plaster coating on the brick masonry combined with the stone used in the shaping of the surrounding area, are materials completely linked to the Greek Cycladic identity. The wooden pergolas used in the courtyards complete the selection of materials that give a natural result to the whole project.
