The Athens-based studio The Hive Architects, founded by Michael Xirokostas and Theodoros Panopoulos in 2020, creates spaces inspired by the "hive mind" concept, in other words, collective intelligence.

Their projects are conceived as spaces for shared and sensory experiences, respecting sustainable development and the built environment. The "Pavilion House," located in the village of Kalogeriko near Arta, Greece, exemplifies this approach. The 310 m² residence is surrounded by an olive grove and a vineyard, creating a constant dialogue with the landscape. Designed as a pavilion, it extends onto a platform with simple lines. An axis defines the functional separation between common areas and private rooms. The living space (living room, open-plan kitchen, and dining room) invites natural light, particularly through skylights. Screens also act as a visual filter between the kitchen area and the entrance.

Conversely, a monolithic and compact volume, nestled on the lower south side, houses the office space and guest house, with separate entrances and an en-suite bathroom. White plaster, local stone, concrete, and roof tiles are among the materials used. A swimming pool, outdoor lounge, and barbecue area complete the beauty of the Pavilion House. The Hive Architects leverages its vision focused on volumetric interplay and paradigms, resulting in a poetic spatial narrative of varying levels and dimensions.

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