Yoma is a complex of cave suites located on the island of Zakynthos. Situated on a steep, narrow plot of land with a westward orientation, the complex consists of 10 private suites strategically placed along the incline to maximize privacy, panoramic views, and outdoor space for each suite. The design's intention to integrate the buildings into the landscape led to the development of the complex across four levels: the reception area is located at the highest point, at the entrance of the plot, while the suites are distributed across the remaining three levels. The layout follows a prismatic floor plan to maximize the length of the facade facing the view, minimizing the width of the back portion of the rooms, which house the wet areas such as bathrooms and kitchens. These prismatic structures are attached and continuous, yet entirely private, with walls that extend from the interior to the outdoor space. The suites offer one or two bedrooms with their own bathroom, living room, kitchen, and a dedicated workspace for business travelers, along with private swimming pools and terraces with pergolas. Natural light is introduced into all areas through light wells. The material palette is based on earthy tones, sandy colors, oak wood finishes, light fabrics, and veined marbles.
The complex is located in the northern part of Zakynthos, on a plot with a steep incline and a westward orientation. The intention to integrate the buildings into the landscape led to a composition that was developed over four levels: the reception area is positioned at the highest point, at the entrance of the plot, while the suites are distributed across the remaining three levels. The buildings have prismatic floor plans, with no vertical angles, and are placed on the slope in such a way that all residences enjoy unobstructed views of the sea, while ensuring complete privacy for each suite.
The suites feature one or two bedrooms with their own bathrooms, living room, kitchen, and small workspaces, as well as private pools and terraces with pergolas. Natural light is allowed into all areas through light wells at the back of the cave suites.
The integration of the buildings into the site is achieved not only by sinking them into the ground but also through the unified volumetric treatment of the buildings, their outdoor spaces, and the overall composition. The choice of materials is based on the natural color palette of Greek nature and vegetation, including earthy tones and sandy hues.