stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos

stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos

La Bergerie by Mykonos Architects Reimagines Island Rural Living

 

Mykonos Architects’ project La Bergerie reimagines a vegetable garden, an orchard, a chicken coop, and a sheep house in Greece. The property, initially acquired on the northeast side, expanded with the procurement of two adjoining properties, including a three-bedroom summer residence and a six-apartment complex designed for rentals. Emphasizing Cycladic aesthetics and the preservation of the Mykonian lifestyle, the project aimed to establish ‘winter quarters’ with a yoga area, farm, and vegetable garden. Addressing the island’s housing shortage, the complex was repurposed to authentically embody the spirit of Mykonos.

stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos
former barn and henhouse | all images by Spyros Hound

 

 

La Bergerie’s Transformation Balances Tradition and Innovation

 

The challenge for the studio lay in revitalizing Mykonos’ essence without resorting to imitation. Over two years, the environment was curated to achieve harmony, with materials like wood and iron allowed to age naturally. The transformation of the three-bedroom residence into the Yoga House involved meticulous design, including an open area, dedicated yoga room, and powder room. Earth-toned finishes and olive wood flooring seamlessly blend with the landscape.

 

The architectural integration of the Yoga House involved outdoor corridors leading through lush gardens to secluded spaces like a patio beneath an ancient olive tree. No disruption to existing vegetation reflects a commitment to nature, with artisanal rope veils providing shading for the terraces. This approach ensures the project harmonizes with its surroundings while evolving over time.

stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos
former duck lake

stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos
terrace integrated into nature

stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos
natural stone steps

stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos
rooftop with a view

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tradition meets modernity

stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos
naturally aged materials

stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos
indoor-outdoor connection

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main living area

stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos
organic division wall

stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos
outdoor terrace

stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos
sculpture lighting

stone-clad sheep house reforms into contemporary yoga retreat in mykonos
large folding frames

 

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indoor-outdoor connection
indoor-outdoor connection
main living area
main living area
organic details
organic details
passage
passage
kitchen
kitchen
traditional kitchen with a modern touch
traditional kitchen with a modern touch
main entrance
main entrance
Cycladic aesthetics
Cycladic aesthetics

project info:

 

name: La Bergerie
architect: Mykonos Architects | @mykonosarchitects

design team: Aude Mazelin, Xara Karantzali

location: Mykonos, Greece

photography: Spyros Hound | @spyroshoundphotography

 

 

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edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom

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