Project: The Mountainside Observatory
Year: 2023
Area: 300 m²
Status: On the Boards
Design: Spyridon Koutantzis
Structural Engineer: Ioannis S. Protonotarios
Location: Naxos
Country: Greece

Nestled on the rugged slope of a serene Aegean mountainside, this observatory humbly embraces the essence of modern residential architecture. Comprising two discreet yet harmonious structures— a welcoming guest house and a modest main abode —the design ethos embodies tranquility and seamless integration with nature.

Each dwelling, thoughtfully perched, offers unobstructed vistas of the majestic Aegean Sea. The interconnection between them, a simple yet inviting terrace, serves as a communal space where the beauty of the surroundings is savored in quiet appreciation.

Through a language of understated modernity, the architecture delicately balances the grandeur of the sea and the stoic presence of the mountain. Its unassuming presence is a tribute to the landscape, allowing the natural panorama to take center stage.

The Mountainside Observatory is a humble retreat, designed not to impose but to coexist, inviting inhabitants to cherish the serenity and splendor of their surroundings in utmost simplicity.