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Plainly Awesome IndoorOutdoor Lifestyle in Greece
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By Edirin Okumagba
ummer in the Greek islands is all about being
outside. The plan of the Plane House is to combine
internal and external space, maximizing the
benefits of both and minimizing the impact on the
surrounding landscape.
Located on Skaithos Island in Greece, K Studio designed and c r e ated the Plane House to take advantage of the sloped site, the ocean
views and the outdoor lifestyle. The island is well known for all while
respecting the surrounding landscape. The merging of the indoor
and outdoor spaces was accomplished with the use of large
expanses of windows and movable walls. When the walls and
windows are open, the north winds that float up the hill and past the
pool enter and cool the home. This means that not only does the
pool offer a magnificent 270-degree coastline view from its infinity edge, but it
also acts as a temperature regulator to the interior spaces. The pool is heated by
Photovoltaic panels which also operate the grey-water and fire sprinkler systems.
The powerful identity of the concrete planes creates strong narratives on approaching the house from the coastal road that winds below. From a distance the planes
are distinctively separated but as you draw nearer and approach the house from
the side, the perspective alters closing the gap between them. On arrival and on
entering the space they part once more, opening to reveal the breathtaking view
and let the fresh air flow through.
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