Art Collector’s House in Nicosia, Cyprus Property, Residence, Cypriot Residential Building
Art Collector’s House & Art Gallery in Nicosia
Cypriot Property + Art Gallery Building – design by Vakis Associates Architects
2 Oct 2016
Art Collector’s House Private Residence & Art Gallery
Design: Vakis Associates – Vakis Hadjikyriacou Architect
Location: outskirts of Nicosia, Cyprus
Art Collector’s House & Gallery
PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Private Residence & Art Gallery
INSPIRATION:

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 client’s vast collection of art work almost became the main inhabitant for the interior design of the house and gallery. Framing views and exposing panoramic views to the outside were key to design and especially the orientation of the house.
UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

This house, situated in 20 acres of woodland, is a home for a young family and their extensive art collection. It is more of a gallery with some living space within it rather than the other way around. Long overhangs shade the south facing building, with the Stavrovouni mountain as the focal point. To enjoy the pine forest within the plot and the panoramic mountain views, the study is placed in a tube like structure, just li...