• Location: Lefokastro, Pelion
• Size: 248 sq.m
• Status: Preliminary Study
• Year: 2022
• 3d Visualizations: Giorgos Tsikalis

Situated on a sloping plot overlooking the seaside village of Lefokastro, within walking distance from the shoreline, the residence is embedded within a landscape predominantly defined by olive trees. The steep inclination of the terrain, combined with the owners’ primary request for visual discretion, informed the decision to design the house as a subterranean structure, minimizing its presence within the broader landscape.

The program is organized across two distinct levels. The main level, aligned with the pool, accommodates the primary living functions, including the living room, dining area, kitchen, and two bedrooms. A secondary, lower level hosts two guest rooms and is designed to operate independently, featuring a separate entrance that allows for flexible use and privacy between family and visitors.

The partially underground configuration contributes significantly to the building’s thermal performance, reducing heat gains and losses and ensuring a stable indoor environment. Openings are primarily oriented towards the sea view, maximizing visual connection with the landscape. Natural light and cross-ventilation are achieved through a combination of façade openings and a series of strategically placed atriums at the rear of the house, which introduce daylight deep into the plan while enhancing environmental comfort.