LOCATION:
The residence is located in Ippokrateios Politeia, a northern suburb of the Greek capital at the foot of mount Parnitha.
This pine clad area is situated at the edge of the protected National Park of Parnitha. The southeast exposure of the area offers magnificent panoramic views of the Euboean Gulf, the historic plain of Marathon and mount Parnitha.
The build-up area has strict building codes regarding the protection of the residential environment; large plots with pine trees and detached houses and wide streets with minimum traffic. Also, there is a pond nearby with its own ecosystem of fish, ducks, swans and visiting deers from the nearby forests of mount Parnitha.
The residence is built on a plot of 3,440 square meters (37,028 sq.ft) and it occupies a whole block. Therefore, there are no adjoining residences. Due to its higher position it offers an open panoramic view that it is not blocked by the neighboring properties. The plot inclines gently towards the open view and is surrounded by a stone wall. Various trees and ornamental plants fill its open areas.
RESIDENCE:
The three-level residence covers an area of 845 square meters (9,095 sq.ft). It includes two structures: the main residence and a separate guest house. The residence follows a right angle arrangement. This way all of its rooms are of southeast exposure with excellent views. All spaces are developed around the verandahs and the large outdoor swimming pool in the garden. The living-rooms and the dining-room have pitched roofs. The ceiling height ranges from 3.5 to 5 meters (12 to 16.5 ft). The kitchen area includes a large space for everyday meals and a sitting-room; both have access to the verandahs and the swimming pool.
On the first floor the master bedroom also has a pitched roof. The ceiling height ranges from 4 to 6 meters (13 to 19.7 ft). Therefore, a second open level (loft) is available above the sleeping area suitable for a study or a dressing room.
At the basement there is a large playroom next to the indoor swimming pool area, which has teak deck with white joints.
This area has one side open to a verandah with a view to mount Parnitha. It includes one changing-room, two bathrooms, special lighting and infrastructure for a sauna installation.
The garage can accomodate up to 5 cars and an additional 10 cars. on the front lane.
The personnel apartment includes one sitting-room, kitchen and one bathroom.
The guest house is completely autonomous with its own entrance and verandahs. It has two levels, which include a sitting-room, kitchen area, WC and one master bedroom.
LEVEL 1
Ground floor:
Reception area with staircase, lift and wardrobe: 30 square meters (322 sq.ft)
Two living-rooms and dining-room: 17 square meters (1,259 sq.ft)
Guest room: 5 square meters (161 sq.ft)
Study: 12 square meters (129 sq.ft)
Kitchen with sitting-room: 40 square meters (430 sq.ft)
WC
Detached Guest House: 60 square meters (645 sq.ft)
Sitting-room
Kitchen
WC
Master bedroom in an open two-level space
Verandah
Exterior Space
Verandah: 200 square meters (2,152 sq.ft)
ΒΒQ
Swimming pool 6.25 x 16 (20.5 x 52.5 ft): 100 square meters (1,076 sq.ft)
Deck, Observation-post
Level 2
First Floor:
Master Bedroom: 50 square meters (538 sq.ft) with ceiling height from 4.5 to 6 meters (14.8 to 19.7 ft) and a second open level (loft) suitable for study or dressing room expansion
Bedroom with second open level (loft: 20 square meters (215 sq.ft)
Second bedroom: 13 square meters (140 sq.ft).
Bathroom
Level 3
Basement:
Playroom: 130 square meters (1,400 sq.ft) with indoor swimming pool 4 x 11 meters (13 x 36 ft)
Change-room with bathroom
Guest bathroom
5 parking spots garage
2 store-rooms: 55 square meters (592 sq.ft)
Apartment: 30 square meters (323 sq.ft) Includes sitting-room, kitchen, bathroom.
Second Basement:
Swimming pool mechanical equipment
Boiler-room
Petroleum power generator
Dehumidifier system of the closed swimming pool area