Nestled into a cliffside on the crescent-shaped island of
Santorini, Nature Eco Residences is set to open early May 2020.
It while the straight lines, crisp white, and deft curves
typical of Santorini architecture is on full display. Rounding out a high-luxe
Grecian stay here, a kitchen concept of elevated regional cuisine, a panoramic
pool perched on the edge of a cliff, and a social outdoor center which will
host multi-disciplined wellness programming.
As the sister property to Coco-Mat Eco Residences Serifos,
Nature Eco Residences Santorini follows a philosophy born from the respect of
natural materials, aptly evidenced by the use of stone and wood.
Original Kostas Maltezos used his years of experience as the
General Manager of the global brand of sleeping products Coco-Mat to create
hospitality experiences informed by the luxury that blends organically with the
natural surroundings. Working with architect George Zafiriou, Maltezos created
a brief based on unpretentiousness and a back-to-basics mentality. In breathing
new life into these residences, Zafiriou merged the traditional elements of
local architecture with an expansive industrial feel to create hospitably
spaces full of natural light in and complete harmony with their environment.
Handling the interior design, Dimitris Loukas married warm
and bright spaces, rich in earth tones, with carefully selected pieces found on
Santorini and deco items from Athens. The designer employed a soft-color
palette and natural fabrics to create bright and minimal spaces that draw one’s
eye naturally to the exterior beauty of the caldera and the sea. Pine, teak,
and chestnut were shaped by artisanal builders who brought to life the
furniture designs of Zafiriou. Rooms range from 30-60 square meters, all
boasting sea or volcano views, and some with balconies, terraces, or private
outdoor jacuzzis. The 60-square-meter Infinity Residence is built within the
rock, resembling a cave-like house, and features a bedroom, a bathroom, a
private outdoor Jacuzzi, and wonderful panoramic island views. As a veritable
showcase of Coco-Mat’s sleep ethos, all rooms are outfitted in the brand’s
world-renowned mattresses.
Central, both physically and conceptually, an outdoor
community-based area will create a space for human connection, will host yoga,
meditation, and conversations around wellbeing–an oasis for restoration and
relaxation. Post-self-connection sessions are best digested from the pool deck,
which dramatically peers over the endless Aegean Sea. Completing the soul-nourishing offerings, Chef Yiannis Liokas has created a menu of sophisticated
Greek cuisine, highlighting the region’s incredible ingredients. Those looking
to explore will find a day-trip to the caldera islets or a visit to the
excavations at Akrotiri, where one of the most important prehistoric
settlements of the Aegean was discovered, of interest.
Location
An advanced civilization preserved in volcanic ash, Akrotiri
is one of the world’s most mythical and mystical sites, and a must-see.
Santorini itself is famous for its jaw-dropping caldera views, Assyrtiko wines,
and volcanic beaches. In addition to offering one the luxury of privacy and
easeful living, the hotel can arrange for sailing, wine tasting, vineyard
tours, horseback riding, water sport activities, and much more.
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