This is a low-energy family residence overlooking the gulf of Anavissos, whose indoor and outdoor spaces are connected in a way that makes them usable throughout the year – for dining, swimming, and children’s play. The plot is located in Lakka, where undergrowth, a rocky terrain and strong winds are the main features of the inhospitable natural environment. The building was given an L-shape form to deal with adverse weather conditions.
On the northwest side, the structural elements of the building are extended from the main volume to form a space protected from the wind and sun through the use of stone walls and fixed wooden blinds. This area provides direct access to the kitchen, the summer dining and the rest area.
The ground floor was divided into two levels, following the smooth slope of the terrain. Pergolas on the south side of the house protect the inner space from the direct sunlight, while inside the building an atrium allows the northern light to enter and the hot summer air to exit the space.
The northern side of the building has only a few small openings, with the exception of the one above the main entrance, a historical reference to the “sachnisi” traditional bay window, which is commonly found in Greece, the Balkans and the Middle East.
