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Project Location: Marathon | Attica, Greece
Design Team: Marialena Tsolka, Natalia Sakarellou, Sotiris Tseronis, Samare Perdikogianni
The Project
Emerging as a tribute to the charm of the Mediterranean and the timeless elegance of the feminine form, Restia Villa reimagines ancient beauty through modern design. Inspired by the Greek concept of the “most beautiful woman,” this private villa is a symphony of elegance, with its design flowing as a continuous line— “μονοκονδυλιά”— mirroring the contours of the female silhouette and the undulating landscape.
Rooted in harmony with its surroundings, Restia Villa embraces the natural shapes and slopes of its seafront setting and the coastal vistas of Euboea. The villa’s curving geometry evokes the natural beauty of fjords, sheltering its inhabitants while remaining deeply connected to nature. Layers of stone, rock, and soil merge into the structure, dissolving the boundaries between built and natural environments and reinforcing a sense of privacy and tranquil isolation.
At the heart of Restia’s design is a graceful, continuous line that weaves through the villa, like a delicate veil cast across the landscape. This line softens the rugged terrain, filtering light and defining space with subtle elegance. Shadow and form interact in a dance that captures the raw beauty of the Mediterranean, reflecting a lifestyle rooted in simplicity, openness, and connection to nature.
An infinite waterline extends Restia’s design philosophy, mirroring the shimmering splendor of the Marathon Courts and creating a seamless dialogue between architecture and its environment. This harmonious integration allows the villa to reveal itself slowly, blending organically into its surroundings and inviting moments of reflection.
Restia Villa celebrates the profound connection between art, nature, and architecture. Its flowing shapes, inspired by the curves of the earth and the feminine form, transform it from a mere structure into a lasting and welcoming retreat. As you walk through its spaces, every curve, shadow, and view whispers a quiet ode to beauty—an invitation to live in serene harmony with the world around you.
