Azzure Luxury Suites | Thasos, Greece

Active core

Located in the outskirts of the ‘Potos’ settlement in Thasos Island, the project’s aim is to create an active, central “core” around which all spaces are organized.

Spatial Organization

A central atrium, filled with water, becomes the focal point of the complex, hosting all outdoor activities. It serves as a pivotal element in the design process acting as a void that contrasts the solid, consecutive volumes. The “empty” core allows ample natural light as well as cross-ventilation to enter the interior, while at the same time serving as an outdoor circulation space.

Architectural Morphology

Four minimal and elegant volumes are seamlessly integrated with the existing context. They are comprised of a restaurant and four housing units, spanning in two levels, with an array of semi-private gardens on the ground floor. A series of strategically positioned openings foster a dynamic relationship between the interior and exterior, blurring the boundaries between the two.

Material Selection

The materials follow the traditional Greek island aesthetic: the walls are clad in local stone and white plaster, while the interior floors are covered in light grey tiles. Wood is used as an accent element in window frames as well as furniture. Finally, pergolas made of timber and wicker provide ample shade to the outdoor spaces.