NEVER TOO SMALL Tiny Mediterranean Villa With Pool - 40sqm/430sqft
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With a breathtaking view of the Aegean Sea, Asprolithos Villa was designed to reflect the simplicity and aesthetic of traditional Greek design. Constructed of locally sourced stone, each of the three villas has been whitewashed to maximise the reflection of light and heat. Each of the villas is connected to the other by large outdoor communal areas, surrounded by a contrasting raw stone wall. Inside, the 40 square metre spaces have been divided into zones by raising the living area, and recessing parts of the kitchen. The villa's built-in sofa allows the area around it to function as additional storage, while also doubling as a small desk. Throughout the villa, the focus is always looking out towards the sea. Creating a calm relaxing environment as you move from zone to zone.
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Project Name: Asprolithos Villas
Architect: www.polisgram.gr
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They could easily put up a curtain to block off the bedroom area if they wanted to. It's a flexible space.
I feel like you need to have a 'smallest house with a pool' series.
"pool" you mean small bath!
Everything is open storage in this home, you would have to be a hardcore minimalist to maintain its feeling of openness, and to keep it from looking super messy in general. I think in this case it's definitely a home designed for aesthetics over practicality. Absolutely beautiful as a summer cottage for a few days though.
exactly.
having people over would be a bit of a problem, even if its purpose is as a summer house.
too much open-ness is appreciable in some houses, especially if there are still subtle separation.
It has a great lighting and setup sure, but the open concept here is a bit of a bummer.
It's clearly a hotel room...
It's not a home. It's for summer getaways etc. It's very hard to get water supply to those islands unless you're a big hotel etc. No one would live there long term.
Exactly. Perfect for a hotel room. I would very much like to be hosted there. In that case, the kitchen could be a storage place for the guests instead.
Yes exactly, there isn't even any kind of pantry or place to store food. Just a small fridge and a couple of small cupboards under the sink and stove.
This is beautiful, but like many others, I was a bit disconcerted by the lack of bathroom privacy. Looking at the floor plans and the shot of the bathroom at 4:51, I think the toilet is actually in a separate niche behind the shower, and also has a door. Not sure why this wasn't made clearer in the video, though. "Can I poop in peace?" is pretty high on my list of criteria for good appartment design.
"Can I poop in peace?"🙏🏿 😄😄
Yes you can see the toilet with the doors on a plan
there is a vanity across from the shower and toilet. she said it in the same segment (its next to the shower you can see the toilet window)
exactly even the steam from the shower would fill up the room anytime you use it. The only way I could see this design used is for a solitary person who didn't plan on having any guests bc the design simply doesn't allow for proper function beyond providing the basic necessities
@@aloeee This is a summer house, not a full time residence and probably for a single person or at most a couple. I like the fact that is provides no more than the basics to relax and enjoy the place.
I think as a summer home, it's perfect! As long as you are careful who's able to view your shower, the openness means great ventilation, right? I doubt these tiny spaces were built for people bringing tons of stuff. Is there plenty of markets nearby to get daily foods and drinks? Simplicity can be so radiant and relaxing! 💞
I thought the same! The guests definitely needs to buy groceries every second day, since there are no cabinets at all. Anyway, beautiful relaxing design!
@guamby guambelle
The “ventilation “ issue would be a problem for me,,,, imagine some of the gasses coming from that part of the apartment 💨💨💨 I mean I share everything to my friends but not that plus the thought of someone singing in the shower that can not actually sing 🎧🎧 oh my! On a plus side it’s very bright, I like but would choose some kind of closer for the bathroom
@@RcsN505 XD
Open shower right next to the bed, towel rack before the sink, the pull out bed on wheels...just a few things I question
I 100% agree, while it's visually beautiful it seems there was more focus on form over function here
Really beautiful
But in my 60s i would appreciate more comfortable seating
Comfort and style can work together ❤
Me, too. I wrote something similar. Lol
I'm in my 20s and I thought the same thing 😅
If a good cushion is used-the built in couch should be super comfortable.
Definitely designed for short stay rentals, done beautiful for this purpose
What a beautiful space, yet again!
I’d love to see an eclectic style small space or a space that’s small but designed for someone that still likes to collect and display things 🤔
Yes! That and more color. I love when a design includes that kind of fun visual interest
Exactly. I am not a sleek minimalist. I want colors, pattens and lots of personality. I myself live in a small studio apartment that I have decorated in an eclectic way with a mix of the 70’s and a Scandinavian style, with red, orange and yellow as my base colors. Men, women, children tell me that it is cozy or hygge.
I love these videos but I still would like more individuality, craziness and less impersonal minimalism.
Well, it obviously is pretty, but what about functionality? Many people in the comments pointed out lack of privacy in the bathroom and lack of closed storage. What concerns me is that almost no sitting space offers back support. The only one that does is the sofa in the living room, but only if you consider leaning on a bare wall a back support.
Only 1 bedroom so it's only for a single person or a couple. Curtains around the windows solve the privacy. As for the rest, theres a bit of room for your own customisations, bit of shelving or cushions here and there.
It is gorgeous for a 4-5 day trip or a staycation, but man if someone's stomach is upset, the whole villa is going to suffer the wrath :p
this is an absolute dream!
I really like not having a separate dining table
I also would prefer a curtain to pull across the bedroom
visually its beautiful, but its strange that it can sleep potentially 6 people, but there is zero privacy for the bathroom, and no storage. you basically force people to have each of their travel bags laying out everywhere, cluttering up walkways. i would have given the closet and bathroom a folding wooden shutter door. the closet inset looks lovely open like this in the video, but practically, visitors will have more things to store. i would have made the bed lift up to have storage inside/underneath. i'd replace the wall sconces with ceiling lamps and added another open shelf over the sink, chuck the stools & add another 2 cabinets, leave out one shelf over the fridge to make the fridge a little bigger. last, i would have added a semi-transparent white curtain dividing the bed space and the lounge space.
You haven't understood the design at all....folding doors & curtains...!.. Its beautifully designed for its purpose to sleep 4 people in a minimalist environment.
@@carolinefalvey683 so only minimalist people will stay here? once there are actual guests who bring their travel bags & need to poop & shower like humans, not everyone will necessarily appreciate the open bathroom & cluttering up the space because theres nowhere to put their bags. even for just 2 people, i'd rather have some privacy in the bathroom..
Agreed! And imo there should be no steps to the bed/bath. They seem superfluous and are a barrier to many disabled people.
sometimes you need to force people...
not sure that open space bathroom design is such a great idea. Imagine taking a massive stinky dump and having the smell permeate the whole cabin. YUM
Youth is idealistic ... and possesses better digestion.🌷
You & I must pray for good ventilation and a strong, salty sea-breeze. 😏🌊💨
There's a door between the toilet and the rest of the bathroom clearly marked on the floor plan
Built in storage in the bed and other couch would have been practical. Storage shelves in the kitchen and more power point would have made it perfect. It feels very open but more clever storage would have made it perfect
I absolutely love the greek Mediterranean architecture
This seems more a hotel room than a villa, and even most hotel rooms have a small closet and a door to the bathroom. The kitchen might be too basic for an extended stay, especially since the location looks a bit remote. I do like the outdoor space but don't think this would be my first choice if staying in the area.
Love the use of blonde wood and white. So clean crisp and neat looking. I would love to rent this space.
👍🏼 Yes! (Unless I can buy it! 💰) 🇬🇷✌🏼😎
I love the combination of white and light wood.
This is easily one of my top fav. The deco is very minimalist and so clean but yet manage to not look too empty and dystopian thanks to the tasteful use of wood, timber materials that helps give natural contrast to the predominantly white coloured interior. Love the curvy radius applied to many parts of the interior too, gives it fluidic flow throughout the space. Also loves the white raw rock texture of the exterior wall, looks so rich and beautiful. The best of all is the cat's cameo appearances 😺
Kudos to the designers, this is very inspiring, I love it ⭐
👍🏼🇬🇷 Very Greek, yet also would work in Texas, Arizona, NM, Sonora, Baja! Beautiful! 😎✌🏼
I love the modern and yet traditional feel of this cottage. This is what timeless design means.
Artsy, Eye pleasing, Minimalistic.,...
But I had used furniture like this in the past. You can never get very comfortable or cozy. No backs on the chairs. No deep cushioning on the sofas, no comfy backs to the beds. Even the outdoors, no cozy recliners, lounge chairs. Just thin cushions or none.
It just not pleasing to the overall experience besides visually.
That's brilliant. I'm genuinely passionate about Greece. I'll live there in my old age!
This is a beautiful space! Wow. I can imagine how relaxing a weekend there could be
Oh gosh reminds me of our villa in Santorini. Such a beautiful country, can't wait to go back one day
An aesthetically beautiful home in wonderful setting. Love the light and airy feel and the natural materials. For one person it could be nice. For a couple, the lack of privacy between rooms could be an issue if were a full-time home.
The window in the kitchen really fucks with my brain. Instead of me sitting there eating breakfast and look out the window for that amazing view i have to stare at a wall.
might I suggest using more contrast when showing the floor plans, its very difficult to see the lines of the floor plan when you use white over light grey.
Yes, I strongly agree! I always have to pause and squint at the video at that point
That’s how my dream home would look like! Simply beautiful!
I love how beautiful and clean it looks and my favorite boart is the outdoor however there’s literally zero privacy inside the house 😂
Privacy ? Who the hel you think comes on purpose to look inside/ in front of the neighbor bedroom ? Each villa/ house has its own view to the sea. No neighbor comes by, don't worry !
@@cameliap1146 Privacy is a solid state of not being observed or disturbed by others. I think Mako was talking about not having a bathroom door ( so the FULL open plan ). Imagine hearing someone using the toilet while preparing breakfast :D That's not really "private"
@@esztermagyar4951 the bathroom didn't have a door but the toilet does. It's clearly marked on the floor plan.
@@cameliap1146 Lordy... Calm down! She's entitled to her opinion.
Let it all hang out!!
The villa is most beautiful at night!
A small space with a beautiful pool is incredible 💛
The built in concrete tops and furniture are a great idea, makes it look much more spacious and I'm sure cleaning is much easier.
A nice look for a boutique hotel room, but not very practical as others have pointed out. For a 'summer house', I find the connection between indoor and outdoor rather underwhelming with that narrow double door.
Just beautiful! If I could spend a month here it would change my life. Love the aesthetic. The view is the icing on the cake. Thank you.
Clean lines and simple living. Absolute gem!
Δημιουργήσατε Πανέμορφους και Λειτουργικούς χώρους , παντρέψατε Μοντέρνο με Παραδοσιακό ! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I've been in hotel rooms with a more bigger closet than the one in the video. The privacy is a factor to have in mind in all cases either a house or a summer villa. But the concept itself for me, is a dream come true after all. Exquisite.
Night view near the ocean, and white coloring decoration just get the feeling of perfect leisure in the time. Well-done :)😌
Very thoughtful design. I would love to stay here. The stone entrance was is so inviting. Everything open makes for great ventilation, ease of cleaning, economic building and less likely to leave belongings behind. Also, any critters or creepy crawlies instantly visible, LOL. I hope the owners and guests appreciate the talented designers. TFS
This place feels so intentional and peaceful 🌱 The view is the cherry on top !
I think it would be helpful to let viewers know if the space was designed with Airbnb in mind - that changes perspective. Nothing looks comfortable in this space. It might be ok for a weekend with your family but not a long-term stay. The desk has no room for your knees under (and it's too high with this chair), so it's pretty useless. The counter and chairs in the kitchen are weirdly placed - one person is watching the wall while the other enjoys the view through the window. The opened shower might create an unnecessary wet floor all around the space after someone takes a shower and someone else wants to use toiled (not saying that it might be intimidating to shower there at all). However, it's still better than showering over the toilet seat, which is common in Greece.
Absolutely beautiful space!! The outdoor sitting area is perfect. I can see myself sitting there enjoying breakfast and coffee. Love it.
it is an elegantly designed studio villa. I'd say most of the time is spent outside, so it is quite a bit different than a city dwelling.
It's even more beautiful at night with all the lights on.
Nice. Shower is exposed to the living room area, so people in the sofa can watch you wash yourself
Entertainment is an important aspect of modern life. 😏
Well, since there’s no tv……..
She said there is a frosted glass door. You can actually see it when they talk about the bathroom.
@@pauldesigncomics2625 that frosted glass door is too small and it only separates the bathroom from the bedroom, it doesn't cover from the living room lol check 3:44, 4:00, and 4:08
I love how you guys created and utilized an unused plot of land and made it into pure profit! You guys were able to take perfectly usable land and made it into 3 small units not necessarily capable of being lived in but focused on form and short term stay so that the owner could get profit out of the property..... Not like anyone would have been able to live on that land or it couldn't be used for the community if it was given some other purpose. The world needs more air bnbs!
Sour and dull opinion
Since there's an owner, yes, they get to decide what to do with the place, even if you personally don't like it.
The rising ocean will decide.
yes! there should be some commentary on the greenwashing of small houses in the middle of nowhere. it is not enough to slap solar panel on the roof and think you are 'net zero', there are few ammenities on the island and each grocery trip is burning fossil fuels. imagine literally living by the sea and having a swimming pool!
Not so sure about not having a closed door between toilet and the bedroom. Lovely house for one person staying there though
Look at the floor plan more closely. There's a door between the toilet and the rest of the bathroom clearly marked on it.
Genius design, decor and view. Love it!
I love Greece and I love this. We could easily spend three months here as a family of 3. Guests could use the other villas.
Does anyone find it dissapointing that these home always have these very nice looking couches and benches which actually seem very uncomfortable to sit or lounge on?
😂 GRACIAS
Beautiful. I would love to own a tiny villa like this in the future. It has a perfect size
That location is like something out of a MOVIE! i LOVE the color palate used with the sage green, lite wood and white.
Love the outdoor space, pool, bench, so relax!
This looks like a lovely getaway place for a holiday. I suppose if you were enjoying the sun and sea, you might not want to be indoors very long? I'm not sure about the function of such a tiny pool (perhaps to cool off? But pools get hot on hot days... does it have a jacuzzi, or is it like a hot tub? maybe not for the summer, hmm), though it is a fun idea! I guess if you are staying there with your SO or on your own, the bathroom having no door may be less of a concern, but I'd prefer a light curtain at the very least, to preserve the aesthetic while maintaining some privacy. I also wonder where one would have space to put your luggage? There isn't much room either side of the bed nor in the closet area. Even if this is meant to be like an airbnb or holiday space (I wouldn't call it a holiday home), you definitely need room for a suitcase or the like, rather than it sitting awkwardly in the tiny living area or squashed beside the bed.
Beautiful scenery! Compliments everything.
this is sweet but not sure for those valued privacy a lot. This makes a lovely air b & b and definitely nice for a weekend getaway if living in the nearby city.
This villa is so serene!
This design is absolutely gorgeous 💥🌾🌟🙏🏼
The magnificent mediterranean topography and sea in the opening sequence !!! Makes me think sometimes the outside is more important than the inside. So the design of the house is extroverted, the living is extroverted, the mediterranean climate integrates all the living environment. It also reminded me of le cabanon of le corbusier with the minimalist and extroverted way of living, again mediterranean.
Fine for a short stay Airbnb , but not anything more permanent. Close the bathroom from everyone and everything.
would love to spend a vacation there
It will be an absolute Mediterranean experience after I visit the toilet in the morning. You will feel the open spaces with every cell of your body. A lifetime experience!
I can totally live here alone if I have a bigger fridge and wardrobe haha! Beautiful bright house!
Beautiful! I think this would make a great place to stay when you want a more at home feeling.
This is the most beautiful house ever!
I really like the scale of the pool.
Lovely but no solar PV on the roof seems a waste in Greece!
Despite the clean aesthetic, this is not my favourite space on your channel since it is very clearly a holiday house/AirBnB. Even those spaces you have shown previously with their main focus as being a temporary place to stay still feel homey and as though someone could viably live there.
Also, confused why this video has not shown up on your Patreon feed?
👍🏼🇬🇷😃 My retirement place! Fantastic, and just as I dreamed! Opa! 😎✌🏼
i am impressed, amazing place, nice and have a beautifull simplicity. i d love it
I actually enjoyed this design. For a summer home it's perfect for me. I would be spending more time outdoors than inside.
What about the steam/moisture from the bathroom as the door does not quite block the area?
Same concern. The moisture and humidity could cause problems with mold, etc. in the rest of the house.
Beautiful summer holidays house in Beautiful surroundings. Thanks for sharing 👍 🥰
perfect for a holiday home.
I like that there are cats everywhere.
beautiful. love the simple design
This is gorgeous but those steps are awful... why wold you make a house not accesible on purpose?? I get it is a way to separate the spaces, but a disabled person won't be able to access the other part of the house and for no good reason really. also all seats look uncomfortable and the bathroom is not the best idea either :/
aside from that, it is beautiful and warm, I love the combination of white, wood and stone, and I love that olive tree in the patio, I think the design combines traditional mediterranean home with modern aestetics beautifully
This is more a rental than a home.
its a summer home on an island, definitely not being permanently lived in
Very tasteful and clean aesthetic. Perfect for capturing all that wonderful light from an unspoilt overlook.
Beautiful open design and clean aesthetics, it’s a nice place for a short holiday but to stay in it as a home may not be functional due to the lack of storage, a proper dining table to host and the open bathroom. Yikes, zero privacy if you are sharing a space beyond with your partner. The outside looks a good hangout spot 😬
That was my thought. If guests were staying overnight I'm not sure how comfortable one would feel about showering in a semi open space.
This is so incredibly well-designed. I can tell they paid a lot of attention to detail (length of furniture, storage space, placement of shelves). The colours of the wood also show they cared about quality of materials
Ladies, you have excelled in creating breathtaking spaces. How I would love to holiday at one of those villas!
What a beautifully designed place...🌞
Stunning. Thanks for sharing this brilliance.
With all of the white walls and ceilings, a hood exhaust should have been installed over the oddly placed countertop hob. I'm not fan of the layout and planning of this "villa." It totally misses the mark for such a beautiful location.
It is done very pretty, elegant in simplicicity ---and yet: there are several impractical aspects of the design. Many others before me have mentioned already: I think most of us prefer a way to close off the bathroom door. At least for the WC. Also, why raise the bedroom when it is not even necessary? You make it too difficult, if not impossible for people with handicaps. where do people put their suitcases? Where do people do their laundry? No mention if there are any ways to cover windows or shade these at least. I saw the AC just over the bed: that is not for everyone. Is there a safe for documents money etc. included?
There are people of two types of psychology. One is super minimalistic, super open... doesn’t bother about their privacy and can sleep anywhere anytime. This interior is for them.
Just beautiful!!! It looks so peaceful.
KITTY! I get the idea behind the no door to the bathroom thing, but you can see into the shower basin from the living area o_o so you could look in through the glass paned front door and see more than you meant to.
Like every single home I see on this channel, aesthetically pleasing when there's nothing inside it, and completely impractical as a living space. I'm fascinated by the cognitive dissonance between this idea of "living simply" by living in a space that requires you to order take-out every day, and have to use only disposable everything because there's no place to store personal belongings. The tiny house movement is dominated by either folks who have been brainwashed into thinking they're saving the planet by living in shoeboxes instead of tearing down the billionaire class, or the upper class building airbnbs.
Why do you keep watching videos on this channel when you have such disdain for small space design and the type of people it appeals to?
For a lot of us, “living in a shoebox” has little to do with “saving the planet” and more to do with living within our means and purging the unnecessary noise so we can figure out what we really need and love and fill our lives with that. Living simply doesn’t mean being able to put all your belongings in a Honda Civic- it means putting your time, energy, and money into what matters to YOU. I can see myself living in [some] of the homes featured on this channel, no problem.
So peaceful place ❤️
Wonderful use of the space! Every aspect well-thought out!
That's not a small home. That's a little piece of heaven.
I love this design because it matches fully with the greek aesthetic, and I like the sofa, it’s already big enough and could be elevated as a double bed, it is bigger than sofas of the same purpose. A little frowning, maybe I am confused about the washroom area.
I love the privacy and isolation of this location. Perfect for 2 ! An absolutely perfect romantic getaway!
Keep the kids at home. They would fall off the mountain, anyway.
This place is beautiful!
a Great Place for Relax and chill.
I can imagine the space as a vacation rental or for a single person without children. It is very well designed space considering 40m2.
Καταπληκτικό.. Παράδεισος! Μακάρι να εμενα εδώ..
Loved it. A dream house