EN
Aressana Spa Hotel and Suites is located in the heart of Fira in Santorini. From the moment guests enter its elegant space, they are confronted with the exquisite design and atmosphere that combines authentic Cycladic serenity with the vibrancy of Santorini. The hotel welcomes guests with a warm hospitality, offering them an authentic experience that makes them feel at home. Aressana’s architecture combines the integral traditional Cycladic elements with a contemporary aesthetic, creating a unique space where luxury and beauty coexist in harmony. Every corner of the hotel has been designed with an emphasis on comfort and aesthetics, while the unparalleled views of the sea and picturesque Fira elevate the experience. The tranquility of the space, combined with the refined atmosphere, reflects the unparalleled beauty of the island and creates a unique sense of relaxation and luxury.
GR
Το Aressana Spa Hotel and Suites βρίσκεται στην καρδιά των Φηρών στη Σαντορίνη. Από τη στιγμή που οι επισκέπτες εισέρχονται στον κομψό χώρο του, αντικρίζουν την εξαιρετική σχεδίαση και την ατμόσφαιρα που συνδυάζει την αυθεντική κυκλαδίτικη γαλήνη με τη ζωντάνια της Σαντορίνης. Το ξενοδοχείο καλωσορίζει τους επισκέπτες με μια ζεστή φιλοξενία, προσφέροντας τους μια αυθεντική εμπειρία που τους κάνει να νιώθουν οικειότητα. Η αρχιτεκτονική του Aressana συνδυάζει τα αναπόσπαστα παραδοσιακά κυκλαδίτικα στοιχεία με μια σύγχρονη αισθητική, δημιουργώντας έναν μοναδικό χώρο όπου η πολυτέλεια και η ομορφιά συνυπάρχουν αρμονικά. Κάθε γωνιά του ξενοδοχείου έχει σχεδιαστεί με έμφαση στην άνεση και την αισθητική, ενώ η απαράμιλλη θέα προς τη θάλασσα και τα γραφικά Φηρά απογειώνει την εμπειρία. Η ηρεμία που αποπνέει ο χώρος, σε συνδυασμό με την εκλεπτυσμένη ατμόσφαιρα, αντανακλά την απαράμιλλη ομορφιά του νησιού και δημιουργεί μια μοναδική αίσθηση χαλάρωσης και πολυτέλειας.
YEAR
1995
AREA
2.800 m2
LOCATION
Fira, Santorini
PHOTOGRAPHER
Architectural design + supervision / Αρχιτεκτονική Μελέτη + επίβλεψη
Gavalas Architects
Structural design + supervision / Στατική Μελέτη + επίβλεψη
MEP design + supervision / Ηλεκτρομηχανολογικές Μελέτες + επίβλεψη
Construction Management / Διαχείριση εργοταξίου
Thomas Gavalas
She was born and raised in Athens. She studied architecture at the School of Architecture of the University of Patras, from which she graduated in 2015. In 2019, she completed the Interdepartmental Postgraduate Program at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), specializing in "Urban and Regional Planning." Since 2018, she has been a member of the Technical Chamber of Greece (TEE). Since 2016, she has collaborated with technical and architectural firms in Athens mostly on small- and medium-scale projects, taking on an enhanced role in the development of the projects—from the preliminary design and presentation stage to construction supervision. She has participated in workshops in Greece and abroad and has taught Urban Planning as part of her auxiliary teaching duties during her postgraduate studies. She believes that architecture is a dynamic process and seeks continuous growth in her professional career and the acquisition of new knowledge.
She was born in Athens and graduated from the School of Architecture at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH). She has specialized training in "Landscape Technology and Planting Design" (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens) and, since 2024, has been a Certified Passive Building Designer (Hellenic Passive Building Institute).
She has worked in Greece and Serbia, undertaking the design and supervision of residential, office, catering, agrotourism, and children's creative activity projects, as well as the extension of a floating hotel (BIG SEE Awards distinction). In addition, he has been involved in the drafting of technical specifications for architectural materials.
At the same time, he has participated in international and national architectural design competitions, including: "Europan 6" (Distinction: 2nd runners-up), "DROMEAS Office Stores" (Distinction: First runners-up), "Room 18," "Cook 8," "Pandemic Architecture."
Έχει συγγράψει το βιβλίο με τίτλο «Κτίρια Ελλήνων της Διασποράς σε μια Θετή Πατρίδα» (Ζέμουν – Βελιγράδι, 18ος–20ός αιώνας).
She is distinguished for her sensitivity and particular interest in sustainable architecture and innovation, with an emphasis on the creation of energy-autonomous building shells and architectural landscapes.