Aperi Residence 1955, a residential reuse project by A&M, has been widely featured across both architectural and mainstream media platforms, reinforcing its position as a compelling example of adaptive reuse in Greek island architecture. The project has been highlighted by The Greek Foundation, Archisearch, and iefimerida.gr, among others.
The Aperi Residence 1955, a residential reuse project by A&M Architects, has been widely featured across both architectural and mainstream media platforms, reinforcing its position as a compelling example of adaptive reuse in Greek island architecture. The project has been highlighted by The Greek Foundation, Archisearch, and iefimerida.gr, among others.
Set within the traditional settlement of Aperi on the island of Karpathos, the project explores the dialogue between heritage preservation and contemporary living. It reinterprets two distinct structures, a pre-1955 stone residence and a later concrete addition, into a unified architectural composition that respects the site’s historical layers while introducing a renewed spatial logic.
Rather than pursuing a uniform aesthetic, the design strategy embraces contrast. Through a carefully considered vertical extension and interior reconfiguration, the two volumes are reconnected, allowing their differences to remain legible while functioning as a cohesive whole. The result is a contemporary residence that balances vernacular architecture, material authenticity, and modern spatial needs.
The growing media attention highlights the project’s relevance within current architectural discourse, particularly around sustainable renovation, island living, and the transformation of existing building stock in Greece. Aperi Residence 1955 stands as a thoughtful intervention that bridges past and present, offering a nuanced approach to residential design in culturally sensitive contexts.
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