the silver house by olivier dwek overlooks the idyllic greek island of kefalonia

the silver house by olivier dwek overlooks the idyllic greek island of kefalonia
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designed by brussels-based architect olivier dwek, this country villa is embedded within the hillside of western greece. named ‘the silver house’, the dwelling comprises a series of rooms, balconies and terraces all oriented to face kefalonia — an island located 30 miles (48 km) from the country’s mainland. by carefully framing different views, the seascape is made even more theatrical.

the dwelling is embedded within the hillside of western greece
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to ensure that the home could be used throughout the day, consideration was taken to shelter occupants from winds emanating from the adjacent sea. in taking this precaution, the boundaries between interior and exterior became blurred, with immense sliding doors opening onto the patio forming two covered terraces that encourage outdoor living.

immense sliding doors open onto the patio
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all living spaces are oriented towards the island
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two covered terraces encourage outdoor living
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the home’s sleeping quarters
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the boundaries between interior and exterior are blurred
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