Thyta House, designed by LASSA Architects, integrates seamlessly with its mountainous surroundings, with a sleek, elliptical form shaping the living areas and complementing the sloping terrain. The design reduces the visual impact from the sea, utilizing overlapping volumes and underground elements, while a planted roof and shaded courtyard provide natural cooling and protection from the sun, minimizing the need for artificial climate control.
- Name: Thyta House
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Size: 4,090 sq. ft.
- Built: 2023
Thyta House, designed by LASSA Architects, is a striking architectural retreat situated on the breathtaking island of Lefkada, Greece. Perched on a hillside blanketed with olive trees and wild vegetation, this home offers unparalleled views of the Ionian Sea. The structure blends seamlessly into its surroundings, with its elliptical silhouette shaping the communal areas and the bedroom spaces integrated into the natural topography. The home’s design is both functional and sustainable, featuring planted roofs that reduce the need for heating and cooling, and a column-free pergola that frames panoramic views while offering natural shading.
The house is designed to create a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living. The expansive living room, framed by large sliding glass doors, opens up to a courtyard, terraces, and a pool, inviting residents to enjoy the outdoors. The home’s curved lines and carefully placed oculi in the roof highlight the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape, while the upper floor connects three bedrooms to a private roof terrace. The natural flow of spaces creates a continuous experience, with each room framing a different aspect of the landscape, whether it’s the rugged mountains, olive groves, or sparkling sea.
Constructed with precision, the project was made possible through the use of offsite CNC-cut formwork, reducing construction costs without compromising design integrity. The garden, thoughtfully planted with native coastal vegetation such as wild olive trees and aromatic shrubs, requires minimal watering and enhances the home’s connection to its natural environment. Thyta House’s combination of sustainable building practices, innovative design, and environmental harmony makes it a remarkable example of modern architecture that is fully integrated with its surroundings.
- Architect: LASSA Architects
- Photography: Studio Naaro
- Location: Lefkada Island, Greece
