The project concerns a three-story apartment building with a pilotis, located at one of the relatively elevated points of the Agios Athanasios area in Limassol. Particular care was taken to orient the building towards the sea and the south. All major openings of the six apartments face the sea. From the very first floor, there is an unobstructed view of the city of Limassol and the blue of the Mediterranean, hence the name, “iLLUSiON.”
The exterior design and façades of the building follow clean architectural lines, emphasizing functional volumes without excess. There is a gentle and balanced use of board-formed, exposed concrete, which, combined with certain gray architectural projections and protrusions, creates a distinctive character on the façades. The glass balustrades on the verandas contribute to the penetration of light into the interior spaces and do not obstruct the sea view. Additionally, perforated metal railings, designed by our office, are featured on the front verandas.
The building is constructed of reinforced concrete, with small metal structures – architectural projections and protrusions – emerging at certain points on the façades. These projections are not only aesthetic elements, but also serve to conceal various mechanical and other building installations.
Details
Architecture
Architecton LAB; Georgiades Christos
Client
Garpozis Constructions & Developments
Year of completion
2023
Location
Limassol, Cyprus
Total area
1.000 m2
Site area
604 m2
Photos
Creative Photo Room; Maria Efthymiou
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