summer residence's sharp geometry emerges from greek seaside slope

Ovidium summer residence overlooks the Argosaronikos Gulf

The Ovidium, a summer residence by Hive Architects, is located on a peninsula overlooking the Argosaronikos Gulf in Greece. The project is conceived as a study in proportion, rhythm, and material coherence, where architectural clarity defines both structure and experience.

The design is organized around a sequence of covered spaces supported by evenly spaced columns, forming a balanced geometric composition. This spatial rhythm establishes continuity between interior and exterior areas, emphasizing openness and measured scale. Material selection plays a central role in the architectural expression. White plaster, metal columns, rammed earth, and travertine are combined to create a unified palette of textures and tones.

all visuals by IDAA – Nikos Mathioudakis

Hive Architects aims for volumetric clarity and material balance

The rammed earth integrates the structure with the natural landscape, while travertine introduces a durable material reference to classical architecture. The interplay between smooth and rough surfaces enhances tactile perception and reinforces the building’s volumetric clarity. For the landscape, the design team at Hive Architects follows the site’s geometry and natural morphology. Low Mediterranean shrubs and selective plantings frame the architecture, maintaining visual coherence between built and natural elements.

Through its ordered layout, restrained materiality, and sensitivity to light, Ovidium establishes a dialogue between architecture and landscape. The project aims for an enduring spatial quality, one that connects human presence with the surrounding environment through simplicity, proportion, and light. 

Ovidium by Hive Architects overlooks the Argosaronikos Gulf in Greece

the summer residence occupies a peninsula site defined by open vistas and coastal light

white plaster, metal, rammed earth, and travertine form a unified palette

contrasting textures emphasize tactility and spatial depth

a sequence of covered spaces defines the residence’s architectural rhythm

smooth and rough materials interact to define the building’s character

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the design blurs boundaries between interior and exterior space

 

 

 

 

 

 

project info:

name: The Ovidium

architects: The Hive architects | ©thehivearchitects

location: Argosaronikos Gulf, Greece

design team: Michail Xirokostas, Theodoros Panopoulos, Alexandra Mitsakaki, Theofilos Papageorgiou, Giorgos Telmetidis, Anna Grigoriadou, Filio Sampsaki

3D visualizing: IDAA – Nikos Mathioudakis

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edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom