TYPE
Residential

PROJECT
Residence renovation, landscape design, interior design

SIZE
290 m²

LOCATION
Suburb of Patras

PHASE
Completed, 2025

PHOTOGRAPHY
Alessandro Kikinas

Nestled in the suburbs of Patras, Villa Roja is a historic residential renovation project set within a lush, almost untouched landscape that feels suspended in time. Hidden among dense vegetation, the estate includes a two-storey residence dating back to 1920 and a traditional stone guesthouse, both carrying the architectural memory of another era. The project embraces the site’s nostalgic atmosphere and natural surroundings, transforming a former rural farmhouse into a refined contemporary family home while preserving its heritage character. This architectural restoration balances history, landscape integration, and modern living, creating a timeless Mediterranean residence rooted in place.
The design development revolves around two primary buildings: the main residence, which serves as the functional and emotional core of daily family life, and the independent stone guesthouse, which also incorporates a storage area and a private music studio.

The main house evolved through multiple additions (1984, 1993, 2003), and our architectural intervention carefully unified these layers into a cohesive spatial experience. Original elements—such as the reconstructed oak staircase—were preserved to maintain authenticity, while custom-made furniture, a bespoke library, and a marble-clad kitchen with pantry redefine the interior with warmth and contemporary elegance. The seamless connection between indoor living spaces and the outdoor barbecue and garden enhances bioclimatic flow and reinforces the dialogue between architecture and nature.

Natural materials and earthy tones define the interior design concept, with extensive use of marble, wood flooring, cotto tiles, and carefully curated textures that create a balanced yet expressive material palette. Large openings allow natural light to filter through the surrounding plane trees, strengthening the continuity between exterior landscape and interior space. The five bespoke bathrooms were conceived as individual design narratives—ranging from playful marble “planet” compositions in the children’s bathroom to spa-inspired luxury in the master and hostess suites—each reflecting personalized comfort and refined craftsmanship. Villa Roja ultimately stands as a holistic architectural renovation project that merges historic preservation, contemporary interior architecture, sustainable materiality, and elevated residential design.