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Villa White: A formalistic and fluid summer – holiday house with minimal design in Porto Heli, Greece [pics]
The 8000 sq.m plot is situated on the hills outside Porto Heli in Argolis region of Peloponnese in Greece. With a slop facing south, the site is overlooking Porto Heli bay, the Aegean Sea and the island of Spetses with panoramic views open in all directions.
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
The large plot is organized into three zones: the lower level near the road forming the approach to the house with a ring drive-way and a steep landscaping slop; the middle level creating the main plateau for the residence and adjacent outdoor spaces (main pool terrace, gardens, play-ground, barbeque, storages, garage); and the upper level simulating the hill-top feeling with a lounge area at the top and an organically formed pathway through the cultivated hill-side.
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
The main design concept was to create an open plan, breaking the large programmatic requirements of the residence in order for all of them to enjoy the visual and functional connection to the site and beyond, while at the same time the volumetric compositions, minimalist design and all-white finishings tie it together.
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Close-up & details of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Close-up & details of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Close-up & details of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
The main cardinal directions are emphasized, with the east-west becoming the longitudinal axis to house the respective wings and the north-south axis becoming the nexus of the design with the main entrance foyer, double-height atrium and pool terrace connection.
Close-up & details of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Close-up & details of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Close-up & details of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Close-up & details of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Close-up & details of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Close-up & details of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
On the ground floor, the living room and a guest quarter are placed in the east wing; and the dining, kitchen and storage are placed in the west wing.
Interior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Interior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Interior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Interior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Interior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Interior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Interior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Interior view of Villa White in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
On the upper floor, three bedrooms are placed in the east; and the master bedroom, walk-in dressing room, and master bathroom in the west.
Exterior view of Villa White at sunset in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White at sunset in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White at sunset in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White at sunset in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White at sunset in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
On the basement level, we find the auxiliary spaces (laundry, play room, gym) and two extra guest rooms.
Interior view of Villa White at sunset in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Interior view of Villa White at sunset in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Interior view of Villa White at sunset in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
On both levels the terraces are integrated into the design in plan and volume using formalistic features and the element of water, creating a fluid continuum as well as semi-private pockets of spaces for outdoor lounges.
Exterior view of Villa White at dusk in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White at dusk in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White at dusk in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White at dusk in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White at dusk in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White at dusk in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White at dusk in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Exterior view of Villa White at dusk in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Large wall-to-wall openings have been carefully used throughout the house to maximize internal and external connections, giving the feeling of being one with the beautiful surrounding nature and open vistas, while the overhangs provide shade and protection.
Interior view of Villa White at dusk in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Interior view of Villa White at dusk in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Interior view of Villa White at dusk in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Interior view of Villa White at dusk in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Interior view of Villa White at dusk in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
Interior view of Villa White at dusk in Porto Heli, Greece, designed by Harald Nürnberg – Photo © Pygmalion Karatzas
The austere geometry is gently balanced against the Argolis countryside; the all-white color scheme is contrasted with the colorful regional palette; and the formalistic simplicity confronts the programmatic functionality in a distinct yet harmonious juxtaposition.
Villa White / Site plan, © HARALD NÜRNBERG
Villa White / West elevation, © HARALD NÜRNBERG
Villa White / South elevation, © HARALD NÜRNBERG
Villa White / Ground floor plan, © HARALD NÜRNBERG
Villa White / Upper floor plan, © HARALD NÜRNBERG
Villa White / Roof plan, © HARALD NÜRNBERG
Villa White / Cross section, © HARALD NÜRNBERG
Villa White / Longitudinal section, © HARALD NÜRNBERG
Facts & Credits:
Project Name: Villa White, Project type: Single-Family Residence, Project location: Porto Heli – Argolis – Greece, Architect’s firm: HARALD NÜRNBERG, Lead architects: HARALD NÜRNBERG, Structural engineer: Peter Kraemer, Construction management: KONSTANTINOS GRIGORIADIS, Geotechnical study: GEOTERRA, Mechanical engineering: ERGON, Building permits, earthworks & reinforced concrete structure supervision: ELIAS GAMILIS & ASSOCATES, Gross Built Area (square meters): 1.100 sq.m., Photography: Pygmalion Karatzas
Suppliers:
Frameless sliding doors & windows: SKY FRAME, Digital systems of automation: EIBSHOP, Lighting: MARTINI, Kitchen: POGGENPOHL, Sanitary ware: BOFFI, Shading systems: ARKA Synthesis, Swimming pool: OSPA, Floor tiles & granites: FIANDRE, Interior doors & frames: COMTÜR, Paints: STO – REMMERS, Garden Furniture: ROYAL GARDEN, Dry building systems: KNAUF – Dimitris Mpouzalakos
