The Endless Garden Vila Appointment
March 2023
The studio has been appointed for the design a new style of a private family house that shares the land of the existing main house with an already mature garden.
The design concept and geometry is a result of a series of long sweeping curved slabs with living areas located on the ground level and a light weight pavilion structure on the upper floor for the bedrooms. The existing garden extends over the roof creating the effect and illusion of two ground floors both with direct access to the garden and with unobstructed sea views beyond.
Beach restaurant & bar completion ``Columbia Sun``
December 2022
Vakis Associates has recently completed this new style of all day beach restaurant and bar for the Columbia restaurants Group located on the sandy beach of Ladiesmile, Akrotiri.
This project encompasses two internal bars and lounge areas, an open-air restaurant, extensive beach facilities and private event areas. The concept is based on the re-invention of a small Greek harbour village ``Limanaki`` and consist of a cluster of buildings with different outlets and purposes that share a common courtyard and outdoor shaded dining space.
Luxury Lifestyle Award for Best Vila Architecture in Cyprus
September 2022
Vakis Associates studio is proud to announce we have received the award for our project Green Valley Vila for best architecture and design in Cyprus for the year 2022.
Mountain Villa Appointment
July 2022
The studio has been appointed for the design of a contemporary private family house located in the outskirts of Limassol on a hilltop overlooking the distant sea view towards the bay.
The architectural concept for this one storey vila was to create a structure with a continuous, wide space, divided by internal courtyards at the entrance and large seemless openings to South to enjoy the unbstrocted views.
On Site // Belgravia Apartment, London
March 2022
Carpentry works and detail panelling currently being installed on site at this Grade II listed property in the heart of London. The major fitted joinery designed by Vakis Associates and manufactured by Lanserring in Austria has arrived and installed on site. With weekly site visits both virtually and physically we can monitor and fine tune the installation process at this important detail stage of the project.
Kourion Beach Restaurant Appointment
January 2022
Vakis Associates studio has been appointed for the architectural and interior design for a new alternative restaurant and bar located at Kourion beach in Akrotiri, Limassol.
The design concept is driven by the site specific challenges of the immediate surrounding area, with adverse weather conditions and very close proximity to the sea. A combination of tall steel and timber screens wrap around the entire street entance elevation hiding all the ancillary spaces and with only one main opening for the guest entrance. On the seaside elevation the building opens up with ample foldable glazing panels and large roof overhangs providing a indoor - outdoor dining experience, elevated above the water.
Villa Rouge // Revisited Aftercare
October 2021
Almost 25 years after completion, we have been entrusted by our clients to revisit their family vila and undertake a complete refurbisment and upgrade.
The revamp works included a new exterior paint finish throughout, upgrade of electromechanical services to modern day standards, new landscaping design, restoration of exterior stone work, new roof insulation works and upgrade of all swimming pool facilties.
With a local team of subcontractors and craftsmen this project took 4 months from start to finish and gave the vila a new refreshed look extending its lifetime for many more years to follow.
Interior Design Service // Belgravia Listed Property
August 2021
As the works progress on site for the apartment renovation in London, our in house interior design team is developing the mood boards and proposals for the soft and hard furnishings of all the internal living areas.
Over the years Vakis Associates has developed trusted working relationships with world known furniture, specialist lighting and fabric suppliers providing full turn key projects for our clients who wish to have a hassle free project delivery.
L`sa Vila Completion
April 2021
Vakis Associates has recently completed a private family vila on the outskirts of Limassol.
The house sits at the highest point and at the edge of the plot, maximising the south facing views to the sea from all levels. The entire ground floor facade is clad in locally sourced stone with a series of pergolas around the perimeter of the living areas to soften the overall mass of the buidling and provide shade to the interior and exterior verandas.
On Site // Green Valley Vila Progress
June 2021
Progress of the works on site at the 1,100m² Green Valley Vila on the foothills of Limassol. All the major works of the house externally and internally have been completed with the final stages of the installation of the vegetation and general external landscaping.
Ladiesmile Beach Restaurant Appointment
March 2021
Vakis Associates studio has been appointed for the architectural and interior design for a new beach restaurant and bar located at Ladies mile beach in Akrotiri bay, Limassol.
The deisign concept is driven by the site specific challenges of the immediate surrounding desert like landscape. The well established relationship with the client has helped create a unique concept for a new style of seaside entertainment.
Rezevici Beach Pavilion Appointment
December 2020
Vakis Associates has been appointed for the architectural, interior design and delivery of a new beach pavilion for a private vila in Montenegro. This project is based on longstanding relationship with the client since 2013 were every few years new designs and additions have been develped for this private home as the family matures and grows.
The wavy concept design and light material choices create a play with the movement of the sea. To deal with the hash winter and storms, the base of the pavilion is elevated from the ground with folding glazing panels on three of the elevations which open up to maximise the view towards Budva and harness the feeling of seasiside living.
Amathusia Apartment Completion
October 2020
The studio has just completed the full renovation and conversion of 2 apartments into 1 large penthouse located on the seafront in Limassol.
The main living, dining and kitchen areas share an open plan arrangement south facing towards the sea view with timber partition furniture designed to camouflage the existing 1970`s structural columns.
Secondary assisting rooms such as the laundry, pantry room and maids room sit at the back of the property and provide sound protection from the busy town road behind. The main challenge was to an adequate exterior living space by introducing a new steel structure balcony which cantilevers out from the building, bringing you even closer to the sea view.
All soft and hard furnishing of the interior have been design and hand picked in collaboration with Thesis Interior Design Showrooms
On Site // Belgravia Apartment, London
August 2020
The strip out works of the Grade II listed property have started on site in London with the main contractor in place as the design team is now going through the supervision stages of the project, coordinating and approving all the shop working drawings and details produced by the different subcontractors involved.
Parkilisia Mountain Villa Appointment
June 2020
The studio has been appointed for the design of a contemporary private family house located in the outskirts of Limassol in a green valley overlooking the distant sea view towards Limassol Bay.
The house sits at the highest point of the natural ground of the site maximising the South facing views and allowing for a semi enclosed basement area which has direct access to the garden on the lowest level of the plot.
At the center of the house is a double height void space with an open plan living, dining, sitting area and a suspended gallery connecting the bedrooms on the upper level.
Columbia Steak House Opening
February 2020
Vakis Associates is proud to announce the completion and opening of the Columbia Steak House. This fast track project took 4 months of full interior design and focused on the revamp of an existing restaurant (12 years after its completion) introducing a new kitchen and interior layout giving it a fresh and more casual contemporary approach to fine dining.
The dining area has been extended with the inclusion of a new design from solid lacquered wood machined in a yacht like finish and fine stainless stell trimmings throught the interior design and lighting.
Belgravia Apartment Planning Approval
September 2019
Our London project in Belgrave as successfully received Planning Approval and Listed Building consent as the project now moves forwards into the next stage for detailing.
The studio is currently working on detailing all areas of the 4,200ft² apartment with drawings up to one to one (life size scale) designing the panelling and moulding details and all other interior features of this high end luxury apartment.
Rooftop Art & Games Studio
June 2019
The studio has recently completed an art studio and games room on the rooftop of an existing private designed by Vakis Associates back in 2014. Designed and constructed out of a light weight steel structure, the proposed pavilion delicately sits on the existing roof of the house and enjoys 180 degree uninterupted sea views, like being on the fly bridge of a superyacht.
All three sides of this space can be opened in various combinations to allow for natural cross ventilation in the summer months and to extend the feeling of an indoor-outdor entertainment space.
The details used such as the central column pebble feature and the curved laminated wood consoles are a play with the overall nautical feeling intended.
We always love the challenge of revisiting our completed projects and designing new elements to the existing design to meet the needs of a growing family or business.
Award for Best in Hospitality Architcture & Design
February 2019
Vakis Associates studio is proud to announce we have received the Build Award 2018 for Best in Hopsitality Architecture and Design for the recently completed revamp of the Columbia Beach Hotel & Resort in Pissouri.
`Pokeloha` Restaurant Completion
January 2019
A new style of healthy food restaurant, inspired by Hawaiian cuisine, has been completed by our office for our existing clients, Columbia Restaurants, in Limassol.
The interior design is driven by one continuous solid wood surface which acts as a ribbon starting as the bar counter and ending as the cover around the display fridges. The back wall of the double height space is covered in large glass picture panels which separate the back of house areas from the customer. Timber screens are introduced on both sides of the interior focusing the customer towards the back glass wall.
Amathusia Villa Appointment
November 2018
Vakis Associates is currently working on the sketch design stage for a private home located in the heart of the historic site of Amathus, Limassol. Early studies explore the envelope of the building designed as an eroded stone wall made from laser cut stone forms and taking reference from the surrounding archaeological site.
Belgravia Apartment Appointment
October 2018
Vakis Associates is working with a return client on the redesign of an existing Grade II Listed apartment located in Belgravia, Central London. During the early stages of the project, our office is working on the sketch design establishing the clients brief for the new interior layout and in parallel surveying the existing property.
Amathusia Penthouse Interior Conversion
September 2018
The studio has been appointed for the conversion and interior design of 2 existing mid 1970`s apartments into one large 4 bedroom property for a young family in Limassol. The building is located on the front line of the town, with the seafront behind it and enjoys spectacular panoramic sea views.
The concept design is based on maximising the open plan living arrangement and extending the interior living areas towards the view by introducing a new cantilevered balcony structure.
Whiskey Bar Sketch Design
August 2018
Vakis Associates studio has been appointed for the interior design of new whiskey lounge bar in Limassol.
The design is based around an oval freestanding bar illuminated in the centre of the space and becoming a focal point and place to meet.
Interior finishes and materials have been referenced from superyacht design combined with hidden lighting features and high lacquered timber.
Limestone Vila Planning Application
June 2018
The studio has recently submitted the drawings for planning approvals for a private vila in Limasssol.
The design is derived from the formalitites between the public and private spaces that the client wishes to enclose or otherwise open up towards the south facing sea view. This is reflected in the architectural language of the front street facade which is quite strict and formal, intoducing clean cut machined limestone with only a few openings which are set deep into the facade.
Working with a site which has large differences in height, the form of the vila cascades introducing different levels with entertainment spaces, both indooor and outdootr, along the entire length of the plot.
Fish Chandelier Completion
May 2018
The studio has recently completed a 17 meter tall glass chandelier for a provate house in Montenegro.
Extending across 4 storeys and consisting of 2500 glass blown pieces the final effect is to imitate a shoal of fish swimming around a coral reef and thus create a center piece feature for this family home.
Vila Rezevici Handcrafted Door Completion
April 2018
Recently completed in Montenegro is the design and installation of a custom made entrance door to an existing vila. The door was manufactured in Cyprus by our local team of technicians and craftsmen and shipped for installation on site.
Large glazed panels allow natural daylight to flood into the interior entrance foyer, while at the same time steel decorative features create a layer of secutiry from the exterior. In addition, two large wooden shutters fold back on to themselves and reveal the handrafted panels which reflect the zodiacs of the family members of the house.
On Site // Green Valley Vila Breaking Ground
March 2018
Breaking ground on site with the first stages of construction for a private family house located in the outskirts of Limassol. The main construction works have begun preparing the groundworks and forming the basement foundations.
Courtyard Vila Completion
February 2018
Vakis Associates has just completed a private vila located in the forest area on the outskirts of Nicosia.
The design of the house is derived from the lack of external views, thus creating its own intenral courtyard view where the interior spaces blend seamlessly with the exterior pool garden area.
Long concrete overhangs shade the internal areas and a series of cut outs in the slab allow partial light through creating a play of shadows across the length of the internal spaces.
Panoramic Lift Observation Point Completion
January 2018
This recently completed 10 storey panoramic lift located in an existing 5 star resort in Pissouri is design to assist the circulation between the lobby reception areas and the cliff edge vilas located on the mountain above.
It is designed as a stand alone structure completely clad in 4 different shades of glass which relfect the surrounding stoned architecture and reducing the visual impact on the existing architecture of the resort.
The steel lift structure is 15m tall and contains a large glass lift cabin with a capacity of 12 passengers. The entire stucture was prefabricated offsite and hoisted into the existing site.
Apollo Bar Revamp
November 2017
An existing bar and restaurant in a 5 star resort has been transformed into an island open square, giving the space a light coloured introducing glass wine cellar features and yacht like interior decorations.
Both the restaurant and the bar open up their interior space to a central dining terrace with a series of water features.
Columbia Beach Restaurant Completion
October 2017
A new venue along beachfront of Limassol has been completed for Columbia Restaurants. Intoducing an all day , all year round restaurant and beach bar including a central courtyard pool with panoramic view of Limassol Bay.
Apart from the buildings, all external areas have also been landscaped and designed to create a green oasis with large trees and secluded sand pit areas right on the edge of the sandy beach.
The entire project was completed on a fast track programme in just under 7 months.
Rezevici Fish Chandelier Sample Testing
September 2017
Vakis Associates has been commissioned to design and install a chandelier for a private residence in Montenegro. The team has been working with lighting designers and glass blowers in the Czech Republic producing and refining samples of the glass elements and working on a mock up before the final stages.
The finished product will have a total height of 17 metres consisting of approximately 3000 glass blown pieces to resemble a shoal of fish swimming around a coral spine.
Columbia Beach Facade // Final Stages
August 2017
The site hoarding has been finally removed and cleared unveiling the new elevation of the Columbia Beach restaurant in Limassol. The North elevation is designed as a continuous screen of a mixture of ceramic tiles positioned vertically along the entire length of the site. The facade acts as sound barrier reflecting and absorbing the noise and bustle from the busy seaside road, allowing the customers to experience and focus on the sea view within the central pool courtyard.
Montenegro Playship Completion
July 2017
Vakis Associates studio has just completed the construction of a customised playship / playgound feature for a private vila in Montenegro. A team of 15 local craftsmen has been working in Cyprus on the makiing of the project for the past 2 months. Once completed the entrie structure was dismalntled and shipped via containers to the house in Montnenegro where it was installed in 14 days. Using locally sourced materials and craftmanship, the entire playship is tailored to be child friendly and also weather resistant addapting to the versatile climate conditions of Montenegro.
Columbia Beach Hotel & Resort Upgrade
March 2017
Vakis Associates studio has just completed the sample room suite for the upgrade of the existing Columbia Beach Hotel & Resort in Pissouri. All the main building guestrooms of the existing Hotel will be transformed into luxurious 60sq.m. suites and a selection 100sq.m. family suites all equipped with modern day inroom facilities and localy sourced materials for the interiors.
Working closely with Thesis interior design showrooms for all the soft and hard furnishings. www.thesis.com.cy
Due for completion in August 2017.
Montenegro Playship Appointment
February 2017
Vakis Associates studio has been appointed for the design and construction of a customised playship / playgound feature for a private vila in Montenegro. The entire structure is to be designed and detailed in Cyprus, using locally sourced materials and craftmanship, tailored to be child friendly and also weather resistant addapting to the climate conditions of Montenegro.
It will be assembled in Cyprus fully, as a finished product, then dismantled and container shipped later this July to the vila in Montenegro where our team will complete the assembly and final finishes on site.
Listed Traditional Hotel Upgrade
September 2016
The interior design refurbishment of two listed properties in the village of Lofou has just been completed. These properties are part of the traditional Apokryfo guesthouses, a small listed country hotel that has been created out of a cluster of old stone buildings which have been extensively renovated to accommodate rooms, houses, a restaurant, spa, seminar room, wine cellar, outdoor pool and roof terrace.
All interior soft and hard furnishings were supplied by Thesis Interior Design Showrooms
Columbia Beach Restaurant appointment
August 2016
Vakis Associates studio has been appointed for the architectural and interior design for a new beach restaurant on the seafront of Limassol. The well established relationship with the client has helped create a unique concept for a new style of seaside entertainment. Lightweight timber pergolas and tensile fabric canopies create a play between shadows and daylight in the main pool courtyard of the restaurant.
Vila Rezevici Phase 2 completion
July 2016
The external works on site at Vila Rezevici in Montenegro have been completed and delivered to the client. Phase 2 of the project involved the constuction of a steel Orangerie pavilion, a 54 metre long Arcade garden pergola and a series of timber pergolas around different areas of the existing vila to soften the architecture of the building.
All the structures were carefully surveyed and measured off site, manufactured, constructed and detailed in Cyprus and shipped to Montenegro where the final assembly took place.
On Site // Courtyard House Progress
July 2016
Progress on site of a private family house located in the outskirts of Nicosia. The concrete works have been completed for the entire house and the project program of the interiors finishings is well underway.
Vila 13 apartment completion
May 2016
The design studio has just completed an apartment conversion in an existing garage space of a luxury vila in Pissouri. The main challenge was to create a luxurious two bed apartment, fully equipped with kitchen, dining and living areas in an existing space with minimal daylight. The concept is that both bedrooms are open plan towards the living areas, introducing hand crafted sliding screens with translucent patterned glass to allow as much daylight into the depth of the space and at the same time privacy. The use of wallpaper and light timber paneling has transformed the existing garage space into a family home.
In collaboration with Thesis Interior Design Showrooms
A` Desing Award for Art Collector`s House
April 2016
Vakis Associates studio is proud to have received the award for A` Architecture, Building and Structure Design Award for the project Art Collector`s House in Pyrga.
The design and concept of this house was inspired by the surrounding landscape and topography of the dense forest area of Stavrovouni and the challenge of combining two briefs, a home and an art gallery (with an extensive varied collection). The clients vast collection of art work almost became the main inhabitant for the interior design of the house and gallery. Framing the surrounding raw nature and exposing panoramic views to the outside were key to design and especially the orientation of the house.
Apollo restaurant and Ouzeri bar revamp
February 2016
The studio is currently working on the revamp and refurb of an existing restaurant and bar for the Columbia Resort in Pissouri, creating a new concept of an island fishing village open-air atmosphere. The combination of timber paneling and cladding, whitewashed furniture and vibrant soft furnihshings creates the rustic feel required.
On Site // Vila Rezevici Phase 2 Progress
February 2016
Progress of the works on site at Vila Rezevici in Montenegro is well underway and powering through the tough weather conditions. 5 fourty foot containters have been unloaded on site and assembly of the Orangerie pavilion and Arcade garden pergola are moving ahead according to program.
The 42 lasercut steel arches are in position and ready to accept the timber cladding in order to form the new pergola which sits as a backdrop to the Vila. Additional works to the house include a series of timber and stone pergolas around the exterior to soften the architecture of the building.
L`sa Vila Tender Stage
January 2016
The project for a large family Vila is progressing through to the tender stages and soon to be mobilised on site in the coming months. The practice has been looking at the material pallete and finishes for the vila, using locally sourced stone and designed landscaped areas in order to meet the client`s needs.
On Site // Courtyard House Progress
January 2016
Progress on site with of a private family house located in the outskirts of Nicosia. The building design aims to utilise the existing terain to create a terraced architecture with long overhangs creating natural shading and framed views towards the green surrounding landscape.
Concrete works for the basement level and ground floor have just been completed according to the constuction program. A 3 dimensional wood shuttered concrete technique has been applied in this house which has proved to good results and a new aesthetic approach to using concrete.
Detail Study #03 // Bespoke Kitchens
August 2015
Part of our design approach is to offer in our services a fully integrated interior design from all aspects, including the design and detailing of all kitchen areas. Each project tailored differently to suit the desires and needs of the client, wether it be a private house for a family or a full blown commercial kitchen to cater for restaurants and 5 star hotels. Working with a team of specialised local craftsmen we can explore new ways of construction and materials in order to fine detail these interior spaces.
Completion of Anna House
July 2015
The construction work for the first of two listed buildings has just been completed, located in the heart of the old town of Limassol. The design of the house was mainly based on restoring and conserving as much of the original character of the building with the subtle intorduction of modern interventions for the modern family. The living spaces are arranged around a central courtyard which incorporates a swimming pool and an open living room terrace.
Architecture Podium Award
July 2015
Vakis Associates studio is proud to have received the award for 1st place for Private Built Residences for the Architecture Podium Awards 2015 for the project Art Collector`s House in Pyrga.
On site // Seaside Villa Phase 2 Works
June 2015
The works on site for the two new pavilions for a gym area and billiard room are in the finishing stages. Each pavilion is constructed from lightweight steel structure which is coverered and weatherproofed by a custom PVC tensile fabric material.
Interior fit outs are under way setting a contemporary safari mood throughout for the billiard room by Thesis Interior Design Showrooms.
Detail Study #02 // Prefabricated Pavilion Structures
June 2015
The practice has been working on designing and creating prefabricated fully enclosed pavilions both for the addition to existing buildings and new builds. Following a detailed survey, the pavilion is first manufactured and assembled off site in a warehouse space which mirrors the on site parameters. All components are prefabricated, designed and detailed to a high level so that the assembly is as quick as possible.
Once this process is completed, all parts are packed into a 20ft container were they are then transported / shipped to the on site location. This sustainable approach minimises the construction time spent on site speeding up the final delivery.
Chris Blue Beach Restaurant Opening
May 2015
Vakis Associates studio has just completed the design of Chris Blue Beach Restaurant located on Curium beach on the West coast of Limassol. The 900m² project is a complete renovation of an existing restaurant, transformed into a luxury seaside location.
Designed in response to the local weather conditions, the new restraurant introduces bespoke designed canopies which take advantage of the sun and waterfront site, creating cool and shaded dining environments both during the day and at night. The interior architecture is a celebration of sailing - combining irokko timber craftmanship and fine stainless steel detailing.
The design of the ground floor restaurant is such that it enables the future proposed expansion, introducing a first floor sun deck which will feature an additional dining area to offer unrivalled views out to the sea.
Villa Rezevici Phase 2 Continued
May 2015
The studio is currently wokring on the Phase 2 works for the Villa Rezevici in Montenegro. The design of a new summerhouse in the style of an orangerie and the insertion of a steel pergola which runs along the landscaped terraces of the site. We have also been working with local steel workers on lasercut mockups and model studies for the structure of the pergolas.
Other works include the extension of the villas main entrance and external terraced areas to create an architectural language which ties the whole project together.
Detail Study #01 // Energy Efficient Spaces
April 2015
The double skin facade used in this building consists of two skins of double glazing with a 60cm cavity between, placed in such a way to allow fresh air to circulate within the building for cooling and heating accordingly. In this case, it is a hybrid system which is supported by mechanical underfloor fans that circulate the fresh air throughout the office space.
Long overhangs and reflective coated glazing minimise the solar glare throughout the peak summer months and the entire building is managed by a software system that regulates the flow of air through the cavity, the angle of the shading louvres and heating /cooling of the interior according to the climatic conditions.
All this results a substantial lower energy consumption and the formula of this design can be adopted to other types of buildings, residential flats, private homes etc.
On site // Chris Blue Beach Restaurant
March 2015
The works on site for the renovation of a traditional fish restaurant are well underway as the start of the summer season approaches.
Custom made steel enclosures design by Vakis Associates have been manufactured locally and installed on site around the existing structure filled with smooth pebbles reminiscing to the existing site conditions at Curium Beach. The new timber feature ceiling is currently near completion transfroming the dining space into a more intimate environment by acting as a sound insulator to deal with the large open plan area.
Pissouri Private Apartment Appointment
February 2015
Vakis Associates has been appointed for the design of a new apartment and rooftop gym area in an existing building located in Pissouri Bay, Limassol. The studio is currently working on architectural proposals inspired by japanese interiors exploring the use of light handcrafted panels and translucent materials and fabrics.
Courtyard House Breaking Ground
February 2015
Site preparation is currently under way for the breaking ground of a private 800 sqm. villa, located in the Mosphiloti area of Nicosia.
The building aims to utilise the existing terain to create a terraced architecture with long overhangs creating natural shading and framed views towards the green surrounding landscape. Locally sourced rough cut stone creates a base where the main entertainment spaces are located, supporting the lightweight concrete structure above which accommodates the bedrooms.
Vakis Associates Studio News
January 2015
Victor Hadjikyriacou recently joined the practice after studying and working abroad in London. Having graduated from the Bartlet School of Architecture and working at Foster + Partners on a variety of projects from high rise residential to mixed used international developments, he has joined the practice as a design partner.
Beach Restaurant Appointment
December 2014
Vakis Associates has been appointed for the complete renovation of an existing beach restaurant and proposals for the future expansion phases, located in the West coast of Limassol in Curium Bay.
The proposals look at ways of creating comfortable dining environments both indoors and outdoors in order for the business to run throughout all four seasons. Material research into new inovative materials such as high quality PVC fabrics and other building materials to withstand the adverse weather conditions of the area.
On Site // Anna House
November 2014
Construction work on site for a private listed house located in Limassol Old Town is due for completion in the coming months. The final external works are currently taking place restoring and conserving as much of the original character of the building with the subtle intorduction of modern interventions.
Apokryfo Hotel Award
August 2014
Following the completion of the Apokryfo traditional boutique hotel, after the 4th year of its opening the establishment has been presented with the Trip Advisor awards for "Certificate of Excelence 2014" and "Travelers` Choice 2015".
The hotel is located in the village of Lofou, and is desinged as a collection of small listed houses surrounding a central building which houses the restaurant, spa and pool area. Vakis Associates have worked within the regualtions of the Conservation Area to create a contemporary architecture to satisfy the hospitality needs of the hotel operator
Vila Rezevici Montenegro Phase 1 Complete
July 2014
Vakis Associates, in collaboration with Thesis Interior Design Showrooms has completed the Phase 1 of the full refurbishment of both the exterior landscape works and interior design of a newly built villa, located on the Adriatic coast of Montenegro.
The overall project took 6 months to complete from start to to finish, setting up a workflow with an efficient design team from manufacturing off site in Cyprus, to delivering and finalising on site in Montenegro.
Phase 2 of the project is currently under study, involving further external landscaping works with the insertion of pavilions and a new guest house.
Cliff Edge House Complete
June 2014
Vakis Associates has just completed a house, designed to enjoy the panoramic sea view from every corner of its plan. Terraced areas and deep overhangs respond to the challenging terrain of the site and at the same time maximising the shaded outdoor space.
On Site // Villa Rezevici Montenegro
June 2014
Construction work on site at Vila Rezevici is well underway, all goods, furniture, kitchens, interior fittings, and outdoor pavilion structures have been constructed and manufactured off site and shipped to the location where they are currently being assembled by a team of specialists set up by Vakis Associates and Thesis Interior Design Showrooms.
Due for completion in the coming month.
Art Collector`s House Complete
June 2014
Vakis Associates has just completed a house for an art collector and his family. The residence is designed to respond to the surrounding woodland area creating a panoramic gallery, housing a vast collection of artwork, in the middle of the pine forest of Pyrga.
Limanaki Restaurant Opening
May 2014
Vakis Associates has just completed the design of a traditional seafood restaurant along the Limassol waterfront for the Amathus Beach Hotel.
The space is created around a fetaure wall which runs along the lenth of the site adjacent to the sea, housing the all the back of house spaces such as kitchens, store rooms, toilets. Thus creating an open plan dining area which is covered by bespoke tensile PVC fabric canopies, immitating the forms of sails on a yacht and creating a cool sheltered environment during the summer months.
"Urban Complex II" Publication
February 2014
Vakis Associates has been published in the "Urban Complex II" Architectural Magazine for the completion of the Columbia Plaza masterplan in Limassol.
Villa Rezevici Appointment
January 2014
Vakis Associates has been appointed for the complete renovation and additional design components of an existing private villa located in Montenegro.
The project is separated into two Phases, Phase 1 being the complete renovation of the existing house and Phase 2 focusing on the exterior works, additional guesthouses, pavilions and general landscaping. All interior design furnishings will be manufactured and shipped from various parts of the world in collaboration with Thesis Interior Design Showrooms www.thesis.com.cy
Due for completion in July 2014.
Traditional Seafood Restaurant Appointment
December 2013
Vakis Associates has been appointed for the full renovation of a traditional seafood restaurant for the Amathus Hotel, in Limassol.
The 900m² site extends along the public promenade and offers panormaic views to the sea. In order to be ready for the upcoming summer season, the project will run on tight schedule with many of work prefabricated off site. Due for completion in May 2014.
Completion of Seaside Villa
October 2013
Vakis Associates in collaboration with Thesis Interior Design Showrooms has just completed a full renovation of an existing seaside villa along the West coast of Cyprus in the region of Pegia.
Shortlisted for Peninsula Resort Proposal
August 2013
Vakis Associates has been shortlisted for the design of a 15,000m² Hotel Resort located on natural peninsula in the West coast of Cyprus. The submission proposed a masterplan of uses, ranging from retail units, cafes and restaurants, a main hotel with 200+ keys, spa and leisure facilites, a public seafront walkway, private serviced villas and provision for a small marina.
Award for Regeneration of Limassol Town
July 2013
Vakis Associates is happy to annouce that the practice has been awarded by the Limassol Munincipality for the project of Columbia Plaza as part of the regeneration strategy of Limassol Old Town.
Myrto House Complete
February 2013
Vakis Associates has just completed a private residential villa on the outskirts of Nicosia. The combination of the heavy stone base and the continuous glazing makes the curved concrete structure on the first floor appear to be floating. The elevated site has unobstructed views to the Pentedaktylos mountains during the day and the lights of Nicosia town at night.
Award for Biological Sciences Campus
December 2012
We are happy to annouce that the practice has been awarded an Honourable Mention for the competition entry for the new Biological Sciences Campus in Nicosia.
Submitted earlier in the year, the proposal is was based on an elevated campus building to house the laboratories for the Biological Department of the Cyprus University. At grade level the landscape extends across the entire footprint of the site creating pockets of spaces at grade level for lecture rooms, cafeterias and circulation spaces.
Panoramic Sea View Apartment
August 2012
Vakis Associates has just completed a 2 storey luxury penthouse apartment overlooking Limassol Bay. Inspired by marine interior desing, all the finishes and detailing reflect a similar ambience and luxury to that in superyachts.
"ΔΟΜΕΣ" Publication for Columbia Plaza
April 2012
Vakis Associates has been published in the Domes Architectural Magazine for the completion of the Columbia Plaza masterplan in Limassol.
On Site // Myrto House
March 2012
Construction work on site for a private villa located in the outskirts of Nicosia is well underway and due for completion at the beginning of 2013. Located in a dense neighborhood, the architectural proposal was to elevate the living spaces from the street level and with the use of cantelevering slabs, create intimate entertainment spaces at grade level.
Panoramic Sea View Apartment
January 2012
The practice has been commisioned for the full renovation and conversion of 2 apartments into one luxury penthouse apartment overlooking the Limassol Bay. The clients love for yachts is used as the concept for the design of panoramic open plan living spaces with marine like detailed features. Due for completion later this year.
Plaza Cafe Opening
December 2011
Vakis Associates has just completed a new esspresso cafe locatred in the Columbia Plaza in Limassol town centre.
Columbia Retreat Hotel
March 2011
Our office has recently been commissioned by the Columbia Hotel group to draw up proposals for a 5* business retreat hotel in the bay of Pissouri with a brief for 250 keys, including conference centres, pool, spa and gym facilites. The site is located adjacent to the existing Columbia Resort and extends along the coastline offering panoramic sea views and shelter from the strong summer prevailing winds.
Restoration commission in the Old Town of Limassol
January 2011
The practice has recently been commissioned to restore a 2 listed buildings into a family house, located in the Limassol Old Town. Initial structural works have started on site, strengthening and reinforcing the existing buildings with the aim to preserve as much of the original architectural state as possible. The contemporary transformation will have all living spaces on the ground floor with a central courtyard, creating a secluded swimming pool and sun terraced area in the heart of the home.
Biennale Architectura 2010
October 2010
Our office is participating in the Cyprus exhibition, "Encounters: a walking movie" at the Venice Biennale.
To watch the full movie follow the link below:
Town House Apartment Interiors
September 2010
Vakis Asscoaites, in collaboration with the Thesis Interior Design Showrooms has just fitted out 12 luxury apartments located in the Columbia Plaza in the centre of Limassol Town. All units have been fitted out with bespoke kitchens and handctrafted furniture desinged by the interior design team of Thesis.
For more information on our interior design services and prorftolio visit www.thesis.com.cy
Apokryfo Hotel awarded
August 2010
Following the completion of the Apokryfo traditional boutique hotel, after the second year of its opening the establishment has been presented with the Conde Nast Traveller Award for the Best Traditional Hotel of 2010.
The hotel is located in the village of Lofou, and is desinged as a collection of small listed houses surrounding a central building which houses the restaurant, spa and pool area. Vakis Associates have worked within the regualtions of the Conservation Area to create a contemporary architecture to satisfy the hospitality needs of the hotel operator.
Cyprus News Agency HQ
July 2010
The practice has submitted proposals for the Cyprus News Agency Headquarters in Nicosia. The desing team has been investigating the structure of todays news agency`s from around the world to create a building which can efficiently respond to the high demand of the agency and its 24hour operation.
Lightweight steal structures and double skinned envelopes aim to repsond to the climate of the surrounding area but also to visually inform the public throguh the use of projection screens on the facade.
Interview with Vakis
December 2009
Following the completion of projects such as the Columbia Plaza and the Pissouri Beach Resort, Vakis Hadjikyriacou has been interviewed to discuss about his approach towards architecture.
Columbia Plaza Opening
May 2009
Vakis Associates has just completed the masteprlan for the Columbia Plaza mixed use building located in the heart of Limassol old town. Among our office practices to generate new work is the ability to discover abandoned buildings and places with significant values and to offer prospective investors and close collaborators the chance to suggest ideas for their refurbishment and reuse.
As a result, for the restoration of the specific building complex, we contacted the German company Columbia Hotels & Resorts based in Limassol, which were constantly looking for remarkable places within the city centre in order to expand their services in gastronomy, hospitality and entertainment.
"The Island" , Limassol Bay
March 2009
At a public hearing in Limassol, the Mayor and the council together with 4 ministers: Mr Neoklis Sylikiotis, Minister of Interior, Mrs Erato Kozakou Marcoullis, Minister for Communications and Works, Mr Demetris Eliades Minister of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environment and Mr. Antonis Paschalides, Minister for Commerce and Industry gave their unanimous support to the Island project.
The Tepak University and the Cyprus University showed a strong interest in helping and participating in the running of the marine institute. Media and public were present and the positive support for the project was televised and published. We are delighted that our efforts in creating projects that encourage public use and environmental awareness are widely and enthusiastically accepted.
