Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Studio 2Pi Architecture
05/10/2015.
[Tyros - Arcadia] Greece
metalocus, CELIA RODRÍGUEZ
metalocus, CELIA RODRÍGUEZ
The project that won the first prize of "DOMES" Awards 2015 was commissioned to s2pia and 02 Architecture and Mechanical Engineering as a country house located in the rugged Arcadian landscape.
The project adapts perfectly to the environment, placing their volumes in a privileged position with stunning views of the sea.
The project adapts perfectly to the environment, placing their volumes in a privileged position with stunning views of the sea.
Outside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Outside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Outside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Outside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Outside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Outside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.na by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas. Click above to see larger image.
Outside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Outside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.na by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Outside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Outside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Inside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Inside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.na by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas. Click above to see larger image.
Inside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Inside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Inside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Pergola structure detail. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Outside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Outside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas. and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas. Click above to see larger image.
Outside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Outside view from the stairs. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
Ground floor plan. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou.
First floor plan. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou.
Roof plan. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou.
Sections. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou.
Elevations. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou.
Elevations. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou.
Model. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou.
Model. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou.
Model. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou.
Outside view. Villa Melana by Valia Foufa and Panagiotis Papassotiriou. Photography © Pygmalion Karatzas.
This house made by s2pia and 02 Architecture and Mechanical Engineering has a configuration that reflects the endless view of the horizon and the stepped topography and local materials were taken into account.
The stone cladding connects with the environment and protects its inhabitants from the hot sun and strong winds in the area of Tyros.
Description of the project by s2pia and 02 Architecture and Mechanical Engineering
We have placed the building at the only available naturally formed plateau of the site in order to avoid unnecessary groundworks that could spoil the relief. Simple elements to deal with difficult and very unstable and steep terrain. The endless sea view and the enormity of the open horizon are overwhelming and therefore no great attempt is needed to frame the views.
The structure is defined by 3 volumes that are placed along the contour lines. The end product is a result of the division of a rectangular volume into 3 parts while staggering the middle part towards the east. This break is enhanced by the use of various materials and the alteration of the design.
The main features of the central volume (where the daily activities are hosted) are the cladding with local Arcadian stone - dry stone construction both internally and externally on the concrete frame and brick infill -, pitched gabled roof with roofslates and the fireplace on the narrow end framing the view. The design has references to the local architecture (where the Tsakonian “Makrinaria” are met) incorporating changes to the form and size of the openings in order to achieve better results on the bioclimatic output and view. Floor-to-ceiling openings enhance the dual aspect feature without affecting the monolithic quality while the views cross on all sides. The staggering of the western wall from the outline of this volume creates a long and narrow circulation area under a flat parapet roof that connects all three volumes.
Two white blocks are set back on either side of the main volume (where the bedrooms and wc’s are hosted) acting as a reference to the minimalism and sincerity of our attempted architectural language away from heavy decorative features and overstatements.
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Architects
Valia Foufa, Panagiotis Papassotiriou.
Collaborators
Kratimenos Antonis (Civil Engineering), Kabilis Nikos (Mechanical Engineering), Bokolas Dimitrios, Koulos Evangelos (Topographical Survey), Taraviras George (Civil Engineering, Consultant).
Area
Site Area.- 6085 sqm, gross surface area.- 205 sqm (main house.-158 sqm, ancillary spaces.- 47 sqm).
Dates
Design.- 2012, completion.- 2014.
Location
Tyros, Arcadia, Greece.
Photography
Pygmalion Karatzas.
Studio 2Pi Architecture, Panagiotis Papassotiriou
Panagiotis Papassotiriou studied Architecture at the UNL, Ba(Hons) and London Metropolitan University, Dip. Arch, where he completed RIBA III and ARB registration. He was an award winning student with build projects and publications. Following 4 years working at PCKO and gaining a vast amount of experience in various aspects of the architectural practice Panos decided to establish S2PiA (Studio 2Pi Architecture) in Argos.
02 | Architecture & Mechanical Engineering, Valia Foufa
Valia Foufa studied renovation and restoration of the buildings (2000-2004) and later architecture at the Polytechnic School of Patras (2004-2009). He worked in the architectural studio of Moyzakiti Aggelos (2005-2010) and his work ranges from construction projects, supervision, interior design and arrangements. In 2010 he founded his own architectural office in Nafplio. He is a member of the Technical Chamber of Greece (2009).
