Architect Eleni Lagkari, structural engineer Daidalos Engineering, and Agapakis & Associates have joined forces to create a magnificent subterranean villa in Greece.
This vacation house sits atop a steep terrain on the island of Antiparos. It is oriented towards the East, which offers an exceptional view of the nearby island of Paros. The home is built into the existing landscapes and embraces the land's rocky topography. The home is three-storied, a porch of which sits below ground.
The home was built using local stone and favors a distinct geometric aesthetic felt in the irregular edifice. The home is built primarily of plaster and rock - which preserves the traditional aesthetic of Cycladic architecture. A series of outdoor staircases connect the different levels and reinforces the relationship between the subterranean spaces and the outdoors.
Image Credit: George Messaritakis
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Subterranean Living
- The trend of underground property developments and architectural designs, such as subterranean villas, presents opportunities for real estate developers and designers to create unique, luxury living spaces.
- Sustainable Architecture
- The use of local materials and integration with natural landscapes in the design of subterranean villas presents opportunities for architects and builders to experiment with more sustainable and environmentally-friendly methods of construction.
- Outdoor Integration
- The incorporation of outdoor spaces and natural scenery into subterranean villa designs presents opportunities for landscape architects and outdoor furniture companies to provide innovative solutions for enhancing outdoor living spaces.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Real Estate Development
- The rise of subterranean living opens up opportunities for real estate developers to explore luxury underground property developments as a new niche market.
- Architectural Design
- The trend of subterranean living presents opportunities for architects and engineers to experiment with unconventional approaches to sustainable and energy-efficient building design.
- Landscape Architecture
- The incorporation of outdoor spaces into underground living offers opportunities for landscape architects and outdoor furniture companies to provide innovative solutions for enhancing outdoor living spaces.
