The removal of external staircases and the removal of arches, from the existing volumes that defined the balconies of the rooms redefined the views. The redesign offers privacy to each balcony, while at the same time maximizing, in the respective rooms, the sea view. The main entrance is accented with timber beam frames, which define the movement within, enhancing the effortless flow from inside to outside and vice versa.

The incorporation of wooden pergolas, stone walls and earthy warm toned plasters alter the building’s facade creating a visual identity for the hotel. Natural elements such as sand, gravel and greenery play a pivotal role in elevating the overall ambiance and ensuring a seamless integration with the coastal surrounding.

Exiting the main building a metallic structure with a wattle pergola accommodates the breakfast area reinforcing the indoor outdoor feeling and the smooth transition in the pool. The pool area undergoes a transformation, featuring a harmonious blend of wooden elements and earthy finishes to create an inviting and tranquil space for guests. Between the pool and the beach bar an addition level with sunbeds and umbrellas is constructed connecting the hotel’s main building, the pool and the beach bar.

The beach bar, a focal point of leisure and socializing, is conceptualized as a vibrant extension of the landscape. The impressive wooden pergola in combination with rattan furniture and earth-toned fabrics, define a new resting area by the Aegean sea. Wooden decking is placed strategically composing a smooth transition throughout the outdoor area of the hotel leading either to the sea or to the two bungalows positioned on either side of the hotel.

Throughout the design process, attention to detail is paramount, ensuring that all the  elements seamlessly merged with the hotel’s coastal setting. The utilization of sand and gravel in landscaping further accentuates the connection between the property and its natural surroundings, creating a cohesive, functional and visually appealing environment.

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The design axes were based on the modernization of the building using subtle manipulations. On the facades, the proposal initially moved by creating an imposing entrance with a linear character, removing the balustrades of the balconies and replacing them with glass, removing architectural elements, such as arches on the facade, which were used in a decorative way in the past, creating new openings and emphasizing parts of the facade with a new rhythm, through color and light. In the interior public spaces respectively, it was proposed to remove decorative plaster elements and old suspended ceilings, designing new ceilings, where lighting plays an important role in the organization and orientation of the main spaces. In the exterior spaces, shaded areas were created with green and water elements, creating places of coolness and tranquility. In the pool area, it was proposed to keep the shape of the pool clean by removing decorative elements and adding a floating seating area. The roof garden is a new addition to the hotel, featuring a large linear table as well as other outdoor lounges, creating a clean structure and a new attraction for both users and residents with unobstructed views of the island’s marina

More specifically, the internal public area was redesigned, the reception area, breakfast room, bar, as well as the VIP lounge and gym areas. The existing load-bearing structure of the building, in several places came to organize the above functions. From the new entrance, the reception area can be seen, which uses an existing column, on which the service counter is supported. The use of black and white contributes to the feeling of an imposing and floating volume. More generally in the design, black is used as a script to define a key function (reception, bar, direction to suspended ceilings) and white to lighten the space and create a clean feel. The use of wood in the wall coverings and the wooden details in the space come to create a warm-intimate atmosphere in the given space. Still, metal partitions and doors with striped glass are used, which allow light to enter internally while separating the spaces from each other.

In terms of room design, the compositional principles followed were similar to those of the rest of the hotel. Clean forms of special wooden structures, earthy tones, black metallic elements and hidden linear lighting that enhance the clean design lines, give the rooms a sense of relaxation and tranquility.

Finally, lighting was used as a design tool in the overall composition. Externally, the edges of the building are emphasized around the perimeter, making the volume of the building distinct and imposing. Internally, light defines directions while at points it comes in and highlights uses and functions.

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