Greece Archives

Mold Architects’ nCaved: A Stunning Cliffside Retreat on Serifos Island

Jenn Thornton June 28, 2023

Mold Architects has completed nCaved, a stunning dwelling on the Greek island of Serifos. Embedded into a sea cliff, the unconventional house blends with the rugged terrain while offering panoramic views of the sea and sky. The design, characterized by a chessboard-like layout, features three stories with private and public spaces.

Westside Digs • March 24, 2023

DIGS March 22, 2023

ON THE COVER The Cutting Edge: On the Greek island of Crete, in its splendid south, KRAK. Architects puts a conceptual subterranean house to the sword.

KRAK. Architects’ Conceptual House Seamlessly Integrated into Crete’s Mythic Surroundings

Jenn Thornton March 22, 2023

Casa Katana, a stunning residential design by Greece-based KRAK. Architects, is making waves in the architectural world. Situated in the mythic surrounds of Crete, the subterranean dwelling is an integration of the terrain, creating minimal visual disturbance and preserving the natural beauty of the site, defying conventional description and drawing inspiration from the timeless principles of minimalism and attention to detail.

The Pillar of Peloponnese: Tainaron Blue Retreat

Jenn Thornton August 24, 2022

Tainaron Blue Retreat is quite literally a hotel for the ages. Lovely and romantic, it is infused with ancient myth and has patinaed with time.

Designer Lambs and Lions on Casa Cook Chania—A Hotel With A Mid-century Spirit

Karine Monié December 12, 2019

The Greek concept of “parea”—people sharing good moments together—epitomizes the philosophy of Casa Cook Chania, which is located on the coast of Crete (the largest of the Greek islands).

Philip Johnson’s Clarity of Vision with The Glass House

Jenn Thornton December 7, 2017

The Glass House, designed by architect Philip Johnson, reflects the beautiful landscape of Southern New England. Johnson, known for his modernist approach, incorporated historical elements into his designs. The Glass House, completed in 1949, sits on a hill, nestled among trees, and offers stunning views of a manmade pond.