Xylo

Cycladic minimalism

Xylo is a carving gallery situated in one of Santorini’s villages, Megalochori, whose beauty and spirit still capture the essence of Cycladic culture. Xylo is the Greek word for “wood”.

 

Design Philosophy

The gallery is a paean to modern Cycladic minimalism, a place destined to express the essence of Xylo, communicate the craft of wood carving and showcase the artist’s creations. The project’s starting point was the naturalistic and simple beauty of Greek tradition. More specifically, our studio draw inspiration from Greek arts and crafts.

 

 

Custom elements

Metallic and wooden panels recreate, in a contemporary manner, details of traditional embroideries and are used as semi-transparent partitions or shelving systems to display the artist’s sculptures. Another key aspect is the meticulously preserved carpenter’s workbenches placed in the gallery.

 

 

Layout & Materials

The gallery’s layout is an open-plan space with display spots on each wall. A central display unit creates a discrete division while maintaining the openness of the space, thanks to its thin structure. The selected colors and materials, inspired by traditional Cycladic architecture, aim to highlight the gallery’s wooden sculptures. The final composition is a serene and subdued environment, acting as a cool white canvas for the exhibits.