Villa retreat in Anavyssos

The building located at the front part of the plot is reconfigured as a contemporary hospitality and accommodation facility, fully adapted to the needs of its users.

The internal organisation is designed to create a smooth transition between the interior spaces and the natural landscape.

Τhe communal spaces are arranged at the front of the house, extending directly towards the terrace and the outdoor environment. The enlargement of the existing openings and the use of large glazed surfaces enhance the relationship between interior and exterior, creating the perception that the landscape becomes an integral part of the architectural composition and the overall hospitality experience.

The second building, located behind the main residence, is transformed into a winery, acquiring a character that blends its new function with the estate’s existing agricultural identity.

The preservation and enhancement of the built-in wood-fired oven, together with the reintroduction of two pitched wooden tiled roofs, reinforces the traditional character of the building and establishes a direct connection with the history and identity of the site. The winery is not conceived merely as a functional production space but as an integral part of the overall hospitality experience and the visitor’s engagement with the rural landscape.

The main architectural proposal is based on the creation of a clear geometric composition and the dialogue between the existing building volumes. Their relationship is strengthened through a unified linear organisation that acts as a connecting element of the overall intervention. Within this framework, the introduction of a new masonry wall with a sequence of openings in front of the winery building became a key design decision. This new structure does not function simply as a new façade, but as an active element of the composition, creating a coherent architectural expression that bridges the existing and the new.

Particular emphasis is placed on the design of the surrounding landscape, which is treated as an inseparable part of the architectural composition rather than as a secondary intervention. A central element in the organisation of the estate is the creation of a 3.50 m-wide linear circulation axis that begins at the main entrance and runs parallel to the two buildings. This axis functions as an organising mechanism, connecting the individual components of the complex while serving both visitor movement and the operational requirements of maintenance and service.

The route is designed to provide a clear and comfortable experience throughout the landscape, highlighting the sequence of outdoor spaces and the different functions of the estate. At the same time, it ensures access to specific areas, such as the swimming pool and the BBQ area, facilitating cleaning, supply, and technical service operations.

Through the organisation of planting, the creation of outdoor gathering areas, and the preservation of the geometry of the existing cultivations, a cohesive landscape is formed, where movement, habitation, and the relationship with the natural environment coexist harmoniously. The landscape design integrates the different functions of the estate while preserving the rural character and authenticity of the site.

Finally, the selection of materials draws inspiration from the colour palette, textures, and natural qualities of the Mediterranean environment. Natural stone, exposed timber, rendered surfaces in earthy tones, and refined construction details compose an architecture that seeks a discreet integration into the surrounding landscape. The materiality is not perceived as an independent aesthetic element but as a continuation of the region’s natural characteristics, reflecting its colours, textures, and the timeless quality of local materials.