Dama3 Residences in Karpathos Island

Designed for two brothers on a plot long held by their family, the project reimagines traditional island architecture through a contemporary lens, while honoring the enduring bond between people and place.
Set within an untouched olive grove, the development comprises two near-identical residences, each consisting of a main house and a smaller guest house, arranged around a shared courtyard. This communal heart acts as a natural gathering point, fostering connection across generations and anchoring the homes within the landscape.
Drawing from the vernacular language of the Dodecanese, the design references local typologies and materials while offering modern comforts. Soft, cubic volumes and earthy tones allow the structures to settle into their surroundings, while expansive outdoor areas, including private pools, shaded terraces, and landscaped gardens, support a laid-back Mediterranean lifestyle.
The homes are strategically sited at the center of the plot, allowing the natural terrain and native vegetation to envelop the buildings. A meandering path lined with olive trees connects the dwellings to the main road, offering a sense of discovery and calm. Despite their proximity, each home retains its privacy, providing intimate spaces for retreat alongside zones for communal life.
In a gesture that bridges past and present, the project will later extend to include the restoration of a third house, a family-owned structure originally built in 1925 for the brothers’ sister. Set within the same grove, this historical residence will be sensitively preserved and reactivated, contributing to the revival of an area once known for producing the family’s annual olive oil supply.