Minimal Dwelling | Tinos, Greece
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The now forsaken abode, once a temporary refuge for a shepherd, has undergone a metamorphosis into a refined summer sanctuary, meticulously adhering to the ethos of minimal habitation.
Nestled just beyond the confines of the hamlet of the Two Villages of Tinos, upon an amphitheater-like expanse that offers expansive panoramas of the Aegean expanse from every angle, an ancient ground-level edifice hewn from stone finds new purpose as a seasonal abode.
This structure was expressly crafted to cater solely to the exigencies of temporary, summertime residency. It bestows upon its occupants the elemental amenities, forging an intimate connection with the Cycladic environs and the age-old rural architectural traditions. Ingeniously leveraging empirical principles to harness natural ventilation via permeable apertures, it eschews modernistic climate control methods.
Its façade, a testament to the artisanal prowess of yore, boasts an uneven, intricately textured masonry crafted from indigenous stone, harmoniously juxtaposed with contemporary functional elements and discreet storage nooks. Guided by the skilled hands of local craftsmen, the flooring was artfully overlaid with a cementitious screed, while cherished marble accents like the lavabo and washbasin were meticulously reinstated to their former glory.
Lastly, the spatial configuration of the dwelling, thoughtfully arranged in a Γ shape, engenders an airy alfresco retreat, serving as the principal lounge area that intimately engages with the earth and affords uninterrupted views of the azure horizon. Text description by the architects.
Source: www.blueroomarchitects.gr / Vangelis Psorogiannis
Photography by: Image courtesy of the Architect
