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Island villas

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about island villas

Project • By Ioli Chiotini Studio • Apartments

Seriphos Estate

Two steps away from Agios Ioannis beach in Serifos is the two-part residence Seriphos Estate; comprising Kelyphos (upper apartment) and Edaphos (lower apartment), it is a product of modernization, (re)formation, and overall inspiration from Cycladic aesthetics. Yiorgos Kordakis Yiorgos Kordakis The design incorporates, in various ways and intensities, the characteristic Greek horizon between sky and sea, the element of dry and rugged land, and mainly the bright summer light. It's no coincidence that the common denominator of all the names (Kelyphos, Edaphos, Seriphos) is the suffix ‘-phos,’ which phonetically alludes to the word “light” in Greek.  Yiorgos Kordakis Yiorgos Kordakis Yiorgos... More

Project • By NK Architects • Housing

SEZ Villa

The villa is located on the largest island of Seychelles Island (Mahe). Caption Caption The interior of the villa is made in a traditional co-colonial style with elements of modern design. Caption Caption In the decoration, we used most of the traditional local materials, which are adapted to the local hot and humid climate. These are hardwood species such as merbau and teak. For finishing the floor and walls of wet rooms, we ordered Turkish marble, as natural stone is ideal for such rooms. All technological materials and components, including household appliances were brought from Europe. While all the cabinet furniture was made at the local manufactory. Caption Caption Caption More

Project • By A&M ARCHITECTS • Hotels

Themaso Villa Developments

Located at the Southeast part of Karpathos, this site is already gifted with a wide view of the sea and the warm Aegean sunset. An 11-luxury villa development is strategically laid on the 6,530 sqm site while its landscape follows the natural topography allowing a centered green courtyard to develop as a breathing space between the volumes. The 11 villas make their appearance on the perimeter of the site, positioned in a way to allow endless views from all residences while providing privacy between the guests. A separated but well-connected building completes the hospitality experience by housing necessary common use facilities, a welcome hall, a breakfast veranda, and other supporting facilities. A conversation between dark and light vol... More