Kourio Beach House
AKROTIRI - CYPRUS
3D MODEL BY STEPHANIE FARAH & IMAGES BY VICTOR HADJIKYRIACOU
Located on the coast of Kourio Bay, just west of Limassol on the Akrotiri peninsula, this new restaurant sits less than 100 metres from a sister venue - Chris Blue Beach - previously refurbished by Vakis Associates.
The brief for the new project was to create a concept distinct from the existing restaurant, offering a fresh experience while maintaining the success and integrity of both establishments.
The design adopts a more open-plan layout, featuring two main dining areas that can be easily adapted for private functions and events of varying scales. The architectural approach responds closely to the site’s constraints, respecting the footprint of a pre-existing structure as stipulated by local regulations. This allowed the design to expand towards the rear of the site, incorporating a sheltered garden area. Slightly elevated and protected from prevailing westerly winds, this space offers diners a tranquil, shaded setting with sea views.
To the west, the veranda has been structurally reinforced using PVC sheet piling to protect against intense wave action. A series of timber pergolas wrap around the building, providing natural shading during the hotter months.
All service and secondary spaces—including kitchens, storage, and back-of-house facilities—are located along the road-facing elevation in a clear, functional layout that supports operational efficiency.
The main structure combines steel columns and beams with solid timber lattice roof elements, drawing subtle inspiration from Far Eastern architecture. This construction approach not only offers aesthetic warmth and rhythm but also facilitates faster project delivery, with much of the structure fabricated off-site and assembled on location.
This project reflects a careful balance between context, function, and design clarity—creating a welcoming and resilient beachfront venue tailored for both everyday dining and special occasions.
ON SITE PROGRESS
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