This ‘cave-like’ home fosters a constant conversation with the terrain in an attempt to show how less is really more… It is an illustration of the Greek cycladic atmosphere and the enchantment that it possesses. A home on an island is designed by architects linked with Kois, and they have a distinctive architectural objective. a home that is integrated into its surroundings, which not only serves to chronicle and emphasize the uniqueness of the area, but also serves as an illusion of the natural environment, a building that is nearly undetectable and is concealed behind a water tank. Because of an implemented design strategy and a targeted selection of building materials, the majority of which are extracted from local sources and strategically used to make the house ‘disappear’ into the existing topography, it is an experimental intervention on the island landscape, with the sole intention of leaving it almost intact. This is due to the fact that the topography of the island is almost entirely unaltered. Overlaid by a rimless infinity pool that merges with the seascape and the Greek sky, this single-level structure provides an illusion that is inspired by the optical phenomenon known as “mirage.” The linear wall, which is reminiscent of the drystone walls that are characteristic of the island, runs from the outside to the inside of the house and serves as a boundary between the public and private areas. Additionally, the wall serves as a boundary for the territory. The existence of the home is only apparent via the surface of the pool, which has a mirror-like appearance, so ensuring that the remainder of the surrounding property remains concealed. The bearing structure of the home is comprised of reinforced rammed earth walls. In order to provide support for the pool while also giving the impression that it is an independent floating volume, twelve concrete columns have been positioned and placed in the living room. The structural walls are built by pouring a combination of reinforced earth and cement into a mold and then compacting it while it is still in the mold. In order to facilitate the transformation of this ‘cave’ dwelling via the reflection of light, the inside walls have been finished with a white screed which is made of cement. The restrictive boundaries between within and outside are blurred by sliding panes, which invite light and movement and enhance the experience of life. When required, the glass panels may be kept in a specific location, which can be controlled by a turn-able corner system. This allows the living room to be transformed into an open-air observatory. Thermal insulation, protection from solar radiation, and heat transmission are all provided by the pool, which functions as a roof. Natural ventilation is achieved when cold sea breezes enter the home and push heated air out, so attaining the desired effect. The Mirage Project, which was just awarded the American Architecture Prizes in 2016, is a lyrical interpretation of an endeavor to bring together architecture and environment. The primary objective was not only to incorporate the volume of the house into the rocky island landscape, but also to investigate the boundaries between the built environment and the natural environment. This was done while always keeping in mind the fundamental cycladic architecture elements of functionality and simplicity, without compromising on the aesthetics. The house was situated on a steep sloped rocky plot that overlooked the Aegean Sea. Pay a visit to the website indiaartndesign.com to take in the breathtaking panoramas that this incredible property on the island of Madonna has to offer!
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