{"id":6863,"date":"2025-12-03T14:31:50","date_gmt":"2025-12-03T12:31:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/?post_type=avada_portfolio&#038;p=6863"},"modified":"2025-12-03T15:52:09","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T13:52:09","slug":"elounda-villas-a-contemporary-villa-complex-in-harmony-with-the-landscape","status":"publish","type":"avada_portfolio","link":"https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/en\/portfolio\/elounda-villas-a-contemporary-villa-complex-in-harmony-with-the-landscape\/","title":{"rendered":"Elounda Villas: A contemporary villa complex in harmony with the landscape"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right:0px;--awb-padding-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1064.96px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:25px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;font-size:1em;--fontSize:25;line-height:var(--awb-typography1-line-height);\">The Challenge<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1217\">Our primary objective was to design a villa complex that would blend naturally into the landscape.<br data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1098\" \/>The pronounced slope of the Elounda hillside and the need for a unified architectural identity were the key challenges.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1248\">The design needed to achieve:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1294\">full utilisation of the panoramic views,<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1294\">privacy between the individual villas,<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1294\">natural integration into the terrain,<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1294\">operational autonomy for each unit,<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1294\">clear access and circulation without disturbing guest areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1609\">The solution emerged through a terraced configuration that uses the changes in elevation as a fundamental architectural tool.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"text-align:center;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"728\" alt=\"Elounda Villas exterior view integrated into the hillside landscape\" title=\"page 1\" src=\"https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/page-1.webp\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-6890\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/page-1-200x142.webp 200w, https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/page-1-400x284.webp 400w, https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/page-1-600x427.webp 600w, https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/page-1-800x569.webp 800w, https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/page-1.webp 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:30px;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:25px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;font-size:1em;--fontSize:25;line-height:var(--awb-typography1-line-height);\">Our Approach<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><h2 data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1691\"><strong data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1691\">Composition &amp; Materiality Inspired by Place<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1816\">Elounda Villas is shaped through clean, contemporary geometries and materials that draw directly from the Cretan landscape:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"2015\">\n<li data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1844\">\n<p data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1844\">locally sourced stone,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1876\">\n<p data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1876\">warm, earthy-toned plaster,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1938\">\n<p data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1938\">natural wood elements in pergolas and shading structures,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"2015\">\n<p data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"2015\">subtle curved forms that reinterpret the traditional arch in a modern way.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2119\">This palette and compositional logic allow the complex to blend effortlessly into its natural context.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2126\" data-end=\"2184\"><strong data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2184\">Interiors with Earthy Tones and Understated Luxury<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2293\">The interior spaces were designed to evoke a sense of calmness, natural warmth, and a refined Mediterranean aesthetic.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2323\">Key characteristics include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2674\">\n<li data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2357\">\n<p data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2357\">warm earthy colour palettes,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2358\" data-end=\"2405\">\n<p data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2405\">natural-tone wooden flooring and furniture,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2437\">\n<p data-start=\"2408\" data-end=\"2437\">stone and marble detailing,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2492\">\n<p data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2492\">large openings that connect the interior and exterior,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2561\">\n<p data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2561\">cross-ventilated layouts that draw the view deep into the space,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2562\" data-end=\"2613\">\n<p data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2613\">serene bedrooms with clean architectural lines,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2614\" data-end=\"2674\">\n<p data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2674\">bathrooms featuring monolithic slabs and premium finishes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"2822\">Together, these elements create an atmosphere of understated luxury and relaxation, aligned with the expectations of today\u2019s discerning traveller.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2829\" data-end=\"2884\"><strong data-start=\"2833\" data-end=\"2884\">Functional Organisation for Uninterrupted Views<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2886\" data-end=\"3167\">Access to all villas is arranged from the rear of the complex, ensuring that the front fa\u00e7ades remain entirely open to the sweeping view of the Elounda Bay.<br data-start=\"3042\" data-end=\"3045\" \/>Upon entering their private outdoor space, guests experience an immediate and uninterrupted connection with the landscape.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3169\" data-end=\"3242\">The front side of each residence accommodates the main outdoor functions:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3244\" data-end=\"3375\">\n<li data-start=\"3244\" data-end=\"3268\">\n<p data-start=\"3246\" data-end=\"3268\">large private pools,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3269\" data-end=\"3301\">\n<p data-start=\"3271\" data-end=\"3301\">shaded lounges and pergolas,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3302\" data-end=\"3341\">\n<p data-start=\"3304\" data-end=\"3341\">landscaped terraces and courtyards,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3342\" data-end=\"3375\">\n<p data-start=\"3344\" data-end=\"3375\">outdoor kitchens and BBQ areas.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3377\" data-end=\"3497\">This organisation enhances privacy, maximises the view, and establishes a cohesive hospitality frontage for every villa.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3504\" data-end=\"3533\"><strong data-start=\"3507\" data-end=\"3533\">Investment Flexibility<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3535\" data-end=\"3824\">The complex is designed under a <strong data-start=\"3567\" data-end=\"3599\">vertical ownership structure<\/strong>, offering investors maximum flexibility.<br data-start=\"3640\" data-end=\"3643\" \/>Each villa functions as an autonomous property, with the possibility of belonging to a different owner, while also holding a percentage of co-ownership of the plot and shared areas.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3826\" data-end=\"4027\">In essence, each unit operates as an independent building section with full functionality and autonomy, sharing only the essential communal elements required for the efficient operation of the complex.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4029\" data-end=\"4182\">This model allows Elounda Villas to maintain both a unified architectural identity and a flexible investment profile tailored to the needs of each owner.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"text-align:center;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-2 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"728\" alt=\"Interior design of Elounda Villas with earthy tones and natural materials\" title=\"page 2\" src=\"https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/page-2.webp\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-6892\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/page-2-200x142.webp 200w, https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/page-2-400x284.webp 400w, https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/page-2-600x427.webp 600w, https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/page-2-800x569.webp 800w, https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/page-2.webp 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:30px;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:25px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;font-size:1em;--fontSize:25;line-height:var(--awb-typography1-line-height);\">The result<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><p data-start=\"4260\" data-end=\"4291\">Elounda Villas brings together:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4293\" data-end=\"4509\">\n<li data-start=\"4293\" data-end=\"4346\">\n<p data-start=\"4295\" data-end=\"4346\">architecture fully integrated into the landscape,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4347\" data-end=\"4374\">\n<p data-start=\"4349\" data-end=\"4374\">investment flexibility,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4375\" data-end=\"4411\">\n<p data-start=\"4377\" data-end=\"4411\">refined contemporary aesthetics,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4412\" data-end=\"4448\">\n<p data-start=\"4414\" data-end=\"4448\">a premium hospitality character,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4449\" data-end=\"4509\">\n<p data-start=\"4451\" data-end=\"4509\">a strong connection to the natural environment of Elounda.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"4516\" data-end=\"4569\"><strong data-start=\"4519\" data-end=\"4567\">Ready to design your own villa or residence?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a 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Kalemaki<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2025-12-03T15:52:09+02:00<\/span><div  class=\"fusion-image-wrapper\" aria-haspopup=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" src=\"https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/elounda_villas-featured.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-post-image\" alt=\"villa\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/elounda_villas-featured-200x133.webp 200w, https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/elounda_villas-featured-400x267.webp 400w, https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/elounda_villas-featured-600x400.webp 600w, https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/elounda_villas-featured-800x533.webp 800w, https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/elounda_villas-featured-1200x800.webp 1200w, https:\/\/chnaris.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/elounda_villas-featured.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 2200px) 100vw, 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