Architecture is considered to
be the "mother" of plastic arts. The main goal of architecture is to
meet the basic human and spiritual needs, distinguishing the person from his
environment, while creating a sense of human scale.
Traditional architecture
worldwide, is structured from local materials, defined by the topography and
the climatic conditions of each area. Although Santorini belongs to the
Cycladic architecture, characterized by simplicity, plasticity and scale, simultaneously
takes advantage of the peculiarities of the island and has created a built
environment with an unusual freedom of expression through time, creating
Santorini’s traditional architecture.
Oikos Architecture’s works combine
traditional island architecture with modern design, comfort, functionality,
ergonomics and luxury. The source of inspiration is nature, movement and human.
Particular interest is given not only to the mass of the building singularly,
but also to the aesthetic effect of a project in the specific environment in
which will be situated, for this reason pure forms and materials are preferred to
be easily understood and familiar to the public.
The mass of total construction
breaks in a variety of forms and shapes, creating an interesting synthesis
which is the characteristic morphological feature of all projects of Oikos Architecture.
The wide use of natural materials and concrete preformed into unique forms,
creates a special effect perfectly assimilated by the natural environment.
All edges are rounded inside
and outside of the building, thus creating the illusion that the actual
dimension is lost and the building is characterized by plasticity and movement,
like an organic form that flows through space and time, like a sculpture emerges
through the mystical energy and eternal beauty of Santorini.
