topography Archives | ek magazine | Architectural Publications https://ek-mag.com/tag/topography/ Architecture, Interior Design and Contemporary Design Projects Fri, 04 Apr 2025 14:54:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://ek-mag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/cropped-ek_Logo-black-32x32.jpg topography Archives | ek magazine | Architectural Publications https://ek-mag.com/tag/topography/ 32 32 Residences in Skroponeri, Euboea https://ek-mag.com/residences-in-skroponeri-euboea/ Tue, 08 Apr 2025 05:31:27 +0000 https://ek-mag.com/?p=165991 This article by Konstantinos was published on ek magazine | Architectural Publications.

Inspired by the sinuous movement of traditional Greek mountain paths, the design unfolds as a dynamic composition of spaces

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Folding Terraces

Perched on a steep slope overlooking Skroponeri Bay, the project seamlessly integrates architecture with the natural landscape. Inspired by the sinuous movement of traditional Greek mountain paths, the design unfolds as a dynamic composition of terraces, plateaus, and residences that follow the land’s natural contours.

 

Design Philosophy

The six residences establish a dialogue between architecture and nature. They are arranged in two groups: three positioned on the upper part of the plot and three mirrored on the lower part of the site. A winding s-shaped road weaves through the development, providing access while preserving the integrity of the terrain. Each residence is strategically positioned to offer unobstructed views of the bay, ensuring an immersive connection with the surrounding landscape. The design blurs the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living, with folded terraces extending towards the sea, creating a fluid transition between built and natural space.

 

Residences in Skroponeri - Varvara Christopoulou & Eleni Gkini - ekmagazine

 

Material Palette

To further embed the project within its environment, locally sourced stone cladding is used at the base of the structures, visually anchoring them to the terrain. The material palette is intentionally restrained, featuring earthy tones and natural textures that complement the Mediterranean setting.

 

Residences in Skroponeri - Varvara Christopoulou & Eleni Gkini - ekmagazine

 

Contextual Integration

Beyond its architectural composition, the project is an exploration of how space, light, and materiality shape an experience of tranquility and immersion in nature. By framing the spectacular views, respecting the site’s topography, and embracing the essence of coastal living, the project redefines the dialogue between modern architecture and the Greek landscape.

 

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]]> Green Block of Flats | Chios, Greece https://ek-mag.com/green-block-of-flats-chios-greece/ Wed, 24 Apr 2024 05:30:55 +0000 https://ek-mag.com/?p=153951 This article by Konstantinos was published on ek magazine | Architectural Publications.

Designing a series of volumes as part of the natural landscape

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Natural volumes

The building consists of four apartments located on the ground and first, while the underground spaces serve as garages and storage rooms. The aim of the design is to integrate the building with the distinct Aegean landscape.

 

Design Philosophy

The orientation and outline of the plot plays a decisive role in the design composition, due to its elongated shape as well as the way in which it faces the sea. Consequently, the residences are carefully arranged to provide views to the landscape through all communal interior spaces. The rigid building volume is placed at a distance from the eastern boundary to make up for the plot’s height difference and ensure access through a series of “green” courtyards -the walls of which follow the sloping topography.

 

Interior Organization

A communal staircase becomes the central core around which the four residences are organized. An important factor influencing the spatial layout is each flat’s distinct orientation. The northern volume “slides” to the west and maximizes the amount of natural light entering the communal areas, while south window openings provide natural light to the more private spaces of the building.

 

Material Palette and Vegetation

The building is cladded with natural materials such as local stone and wood, while the outdoor spaces are planted with dense vegetation placed in custom flower basins casted with concrete. The local materials and careful landscape design complement the building’s distinct morphology, successfully integrating it with the existing topography.

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