cubic volumes emerge from tinos’ rugged terrain in 'pnoes' hotel by aristides dallas architects

aristides dallas architects sculpts pnoEs design hotel in tinos

Perched on the sun-drenched island of Tinos, Greece, Pnoes by Aristides Dallas Architects is a design-forward retreat on the Cycladic island. This cluster of villas, equipped with private pools and gardens, channels the primal elements of earth, wind, and water of the island to create a multisensory experience of relaxation and renewal.

Above the earthy retreats, three whitewashed cubic volumes rise, evoking the timeless vernacular of Cycladic architecture. These pure geometric forms reinterpret Tinos’ medieval settlements, playing with light, shadow, and voids. As wind flows through open passages, it animates the architecture, creating a dialogue with the wild landscape and endless skies.

all images by Kirill Samarits, courtesy of Aristides Dallas Architects, unless stated otherwise

carved into the rock, the bedrooms frame views of the island

Inspired by Tinos’ rugged terrain, the Greek team of Aristides Dallas Architects conceptually carve the villas’ bedrooms into the rock, forming cave-like sanctuaries. These subterranean spaces are shaded and cocooned, offering an atmosphere of introspection saturated with warm, earthy hues and complete with tactile textures. Framed views connect guests to the natural beauty of the island, maintaining an intimate, protected ambiance.

Encircling the villas, reflective pools enhance the connection between architecture and nature. Water softens the minimalist forms, mirroring the hues of the land and sky. Its tranquil presence invites guests to pause, offering moments of introspection and renewal that align with the retreat’s regenerative philosophy.

Richard Gerritsen’s landscape design integrates permaculture principles, weaving biodiversity and sustainability into the Pnoes experience. Guests wander through gardens abundant with Mediterranean herbs, fruit trees, a tea garden, and vegetable plots. Native and heirloom species foster ecological harmony, while polyculture practices and worm hotels enrich the soil. These sensory landscapes connect visitors to the island’s distinct aromas, flavors, and natural rhythms.

Pnoes by Aristides Dallas Architects is a design-forward retreat on Tinos

each of the three villas are equipped with private pools and gardens

channeling the primal elements of earth, wind, and water | image by Panagiotis Voumvakis

a multisensory experience of relaxation and renewal | image by Panagiotis Voumvakis

three whitewashed cubic volumes rise above the earthy retreats | image by Panagiotis Voumvakis

these pure geometric forms reinterpret Tinos’ medieval settlements

playing with light, shadow, and voids

as wind flows through open passages, it animates the architecture

project info:

name: PNOES Suites | @pnoes_tinos

architect: Aristides Dallas Architects | @aristidesdallasarchitects

location: Tinos, Greece

project team: Aristides Dallas, Katerina Bali, Rafail Sergios, Ioanna Gargalietou, Vasilis Kekeris, Georgia Salta, Haritina Trikka, Elina Parcharidou, Theodora Bobori

detailed design team: Ioanna Gargalietou, Theodora Bobori, Mario Genovesi, Katerina Striki, Gina Danochristou

interior design: Aristides Dallas Architects

structural engineer: Emmanouil Roditis

E/M engineer: Antonis Apergis

lighting study: CPLD Lighting Design, Christos Papachristos | @cpld4

landscape design: Richard Gerritsen

construction management: Aristides Dallas Architects

furniture & decoration: SET., La Redoute, Kartell, Placed, Zara Home, Veranda, Box Interiors

lighting: Box Interiors, Kafkas, VIOKEF, Zampelis

tiles & sanitary appliances: Plaza Nuova

textiles: Sarlas, Gtrezos

wood works: Sevastianos

window & door frames: Alafropatis Glass, Alumil

photography: Panagiotis Voumvakis | @panagiotisvoumvakis, Kirill Samarits | @kirillsamarits, Alexandros Papageorgiou