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Myconian Ambassador Hotel

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Location
Mikonos, Greece
Year
1979
Structure
Hotel

Rental for 2 Guests

$262 / night
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Faced with an outdated hotel built in 1979, Mahmoud was tasked with keeping the original structure intact, while bringing it back to life with design elements that would connect the traditional local vernacular with a refreshing modern sense.
Faced with an outdated hotel built in 1979, Mahmoud was tasked with keeping the original structure intact, while bringing it back to life with design elements that would connect the traditional local vernacular with a refreshing modern sense.
Everywhere you turn on the resort's property, your eye is drawn to the water. The classic Greek structure stands aside a sleek pool that looks out to the Aegean Sea.
Everywhere you turn on the resort's property, your eye is drawn to the water. The classic Greek structure stands aside a sleek pool that looks out to the Aegean Sea.
The color of royal blue appears throughout the hotel and pops against the bright white foundations—both indoors and out.
The color of royal blue appears throughout the hotel and pops against the bright white foundations—both indoors and out.
A map of Platis Gialos beach shows that the hotel resides in a central location, surrounded by other coastal destinations that each have their own unique character.
A map of Platis Gialos beach shows that the hotel resides in a central location, surrounded by other coastal destinations that each have their own unique character.
The villa is where you'll find a true celebration of island living. Designed to transition from an oasis of privacy to an entertaining hub, it's built to fit up to 22 people.
The villa is where you'll find a true celebration of island living. Designed to transition from an oasis of privacy to an entertaining hub, it's built to fit up to 22 people.
To welcome eager travelers, the reception area is filled with various seating areas and brimming with contemporary furnishings that divert drastically from the neighboring classic Greek architecture.
To welcome eager travelers, the reception area is filled with various seating areas and brimming with contemporary furnishings that divert drastically from the neighboring classic Greek architecture.
Pillars and a spiral staircase act as modern interpretations of ancient Greek design themes. The orange Coralla chair was designed by the Campana Brothers for Edra and makes a sculptural statement.
Pillars and a spiral staircase act as modern interpretations of ancient Greek design themes. The orange Coralla chair was designed by the Campana Brothers for Edra and makes a sculptural statement.
The hotel's Executive Chef artfully combines classic culinary traditions with a contemporary take on the art of Mediterranean cooking.
The hotel's Executive Chef artfully combines classic culinary traditions with a contemporary take on the art of Mediterranean cooking.
When you proceed to check in, you'll see that Mahmoud had large blocks of solid Thassos marble carved into sharp geometric shapes to contrast against the more classic, softer lines—each one weighs over five tons. The sculpted wall is inspired by the marble draperies of the antique statues of Delos.
When you proceed to check in, you'll see that Mahmoud had large blocks of solid Thassos marble carved into sharp geometric shapes to contrast against the more classic, softer lines—each one weighs over five tons. The sculpted wall is inspired by the marble draperies of the antique statues of Delos.
The lobby staircase made of Thassos marble shows an implementation of graphic and sculptural details.
The lobby staircase made of Thassos marble shows an implementation of graphic and sculptural details.
Outdoor furniture with clean lines introduce warm wood tones that fit in with the surroundings.
Outdoor furniture with clean lines introduce warm wood tones that fit in with the surroundings.

Credits

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Architect
GM Architects
Photographer
Christos Drazos
Myconian Ambassador Hotel
Publications
Dwell

From Dwell

Perched on the rocky slopes of Mykonos, Greece and overlooking the Platis Gialos beach, the Myconian Ambassador Hotel was in serious need of a fresh update—one that would make all travelers’ island dreams come true.

Galal Mahmoud of GM Architects happily took the job with a smile on his face. As a child growing up in Lebanon during a time of strife and conflict, his family frequently visited the area around the hotel and was even invited by the owner to stay there when he was in need of a place to work. Going into the job with a deep personal connection, Mahmoud approached the project with the goal of creating an airy, modern, and tranquil destination that’s reminiscent of the surrounding Greek landscape and local culture. Follow us as we take you through the refreshed space—you might find yourself daydreaming of your next island adventure.