#serpenthouse

This architectural project is set on a dramatic and picturesque piece of land, offering stunning panoramic views amidst rugged cliffs and steep terrain. However, its northern exposure presents a challenge due to the powerful winds. The client’s primary request was for a sheltered courtyard with a pool, allowing the family to enjoy the outdoors despite these harsh winds. The design solution involves a building that surrounds the courtyard, protecting it, while simultaneously being visible from every room of the house. Sinas Architects The project draws inspiration from the existing element of the “xerolithia”, the short dry-stone retaining walls that were created for cultivation purposes on slopes. Their undulating sh... More