Impressive one Homepage In the Cyclades, in a circular shape, it combines the futuristic design and the architectural traditions of the island of lemon houses.
on its islands The Mediterranean Seaespecially in the windy northern regions where the wind quickly harvests everything in its path and only low vegetation remains, the practice of protecting lemon trees has been invented since ancient times: citrus trees, because they are sensitive to wind and salt, surrounded by a high stone wall, like dry stone, protect Leaves and fruit by reducing air and sea breeze.
Thus, the tree grows and bears fruit in ideal conditions, enjoys the beneficial sun from above, has a windless microclimate with shade and coolness in the soil and at its roots.
Inspiration from lemon houses in the Mediterranean
This Mediterranean agricultural practice, called the “lemon houses” of the islands, was the inspiration for the design of Kronos’ residence in Reverse. The DECA Architectural OfficeStudying the weather conditions prevailing in this part of the island, a circular wall was created with movable natural panels made of durable and highly flexible bamboo, protecting the house inside and out from the strong winds that prevail in the area all year round.
Just like the wall in the lemon house – the traditional rustic buildings found on many Mediterranean islands – here too, stands guard over the house and the lives of its occupants, who can move the bamboo panels in one motion depending on the season. and wind direction, filtering natural light at the same time, creating sunny or shaded spaces.
Journey to… Saturn
The building, if you see it from above, is like the planet Saturn with the rings around it. It is a circular stone structure, built on a sloping plot, on the side of a hill with low vegetation. On one side, the circular building touches the ground, while on the other side, at the point where the pool is located, it is elevated, staring at the Aegean Sea.
The house at the back side is carved into the hill. From there the entrance to the area was created. The visitor coming from the road descends into a cave, cavethe corridor, and after the light encounters the charm of the open horizon, and the enchanting blue of the Cycladic landscape.
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This is symbolically similar to the crossing from earth to heaven, which creates for the visitor a unique element of surprise and luxury, as he encounters blue mastagonia.
The view of the open sea and the lush island valley is unique. According to the creators of housing office architectural team Decca It’s like living 24 hours a day on a sailboat deep blue.
The concentric circles created by the moving panels define the entire game of impressions. Tenants can move the sliding bamboo panels to change the perspective of the house, offering a different experience for themselves and their guests, depending on the time, light and weather conditions prevailing in the area.
Cosmopolitan aura with minimal frills and ethnic touches
In front of the tree in the heart of the dwelling is a shaded pergola with a modern wooden metal dining table the design Seating chairs. The interiors embrace this earthly paradise where lunch and dinner are served in cool weather, with views of the pool and sea from the other side.
The interior decoration is modern with minimal lines. Luxurious furniture in neoclassical style, combined with traditional elements that have an ethnic identity, underlining the multicultural character of the house.
It is a cosmopolitan style that emphasizes the marriage of the Mediterranean to Africa with tapestries, kilims, wicker accessories, and ethnic artwork. The result is very elegant and impressive. The decoration is characteristic, but it is kept to a certain level, so that the first floor gives the house a wonderful view of the Aegean Sea.
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