# Sun-Soaked Oceanside Suites The Redesigned Porto Fira Suites are Inspired by Monastic Simplicity By Mary Van Puymbroeck | Published 2017-07-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porto-fira-suites References: [yatzer](https://www.yatzer.com/porto-fira-suites-santorini) & [portofira](http://portofira.com) The redesign of the 'Porto Fira Suites' by Interior Design Laboratorium takes inspiration from the site's historic use. The original building of the [13-suite hotel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mesonia-boutique) was operated by the neighborhood church -- 'Saint John the Theologian.' Drawing from the monastic roots of the space, Interior Design Laboratorium aimed "to harmoniously combine the [simplicity of the space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/four-seasons-hotel-osaka) with the heaviness of the materials, such as the aged wood and metal." Keeping with the architectural tone of the region, the hotel still maintains the clean white-washed walls and heavy stone archways that are recalled with images of the [Greek Isles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gundari-resort). The color palette remains neutral with blue, grey and black accents that give the space dimension and weight without taking away from its breezy tone. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Monastic-inspired Design:** Opportunity for interior design firms to create spaces that combine simplicity with heavy materials for a unique aesthetic. - **Architectural Heritage:** Opportunity for hotel developers to preserve and incorporate historical elements into their designs, creating a sense of authenticity and connection to the location. - **Neutral Color Palettes:** Opportunity for paint and decor companies to capitalize on the popularity of neutral tones with accents for a timeless and calming atmosphere. ### Who This Affects Most - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior design firms to create spaces that combine simplicity with heavy materials for a unique aesthetic. - **Hotel Development:** Opportunity for hotel developers to preserve and incorporate historical elements into their designs, creating a sense of authenticity and connection to the location. - **Paint and Decor:** Opportunity for paint and decor companies to capitalize on the popularity of neutral tones with accents for a timeless and calming atmosphere. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mid-Century Nostalgic Hotel Redesigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotel-riomar.md) - [Greece-Inspired Boutique Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apollo-palm.md) - [Warm Tonal Earthy Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aethos-ericeira.md) - [Textural Greek Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/southwand-house.md) - [Earthy Tonal Coastal Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mylos-hotel.md) - [Vaulted Heritage Suites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palazzo-daniele-suites.md) - [Revitalized Retro Hotel Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kimpton-los-monteros-hotel.md) - [Industrial Intimate Hotel Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mona-athens.md) - [17th-Century Converted Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/locke-de-santa-joana.md)