The Greek Revival
Tigoni, Kenya
Commissioned by The Crest Corporation, the team and client embarked on an explorative design journey through history, delving deep into the rich tapestry of the past to sculpt a transitional Greek Revival Home.
Type
Private Residence
Developer
The Crest Corporation
Year
2022
Media
Property Tour - Naturalktedy
Property Tour - Mansa Plus
Proportion
The Greek Revival House is characterized by its symmetrical and balanced proportions, typically featuring a bold, pedimented portico with arched openings. The symmetrical facade is divided into two equal halves.
Craftsmanship
The intricate detailing radiates exquisite taste with carved molding details accentuating the architectural lines of the doors and windows, triangular roofing and columns further bringing out the complex simple character of the home.
History
Greek Revival was an architectural movement of the late 18th century, predominantly taken up in Northern Europe and the United States. This powerful vernacular of architecture revived a style of ancient Greek architecture, specifically the Greek temple, with varying degrees of thoroughness and consistency.
High Spec
From Bosch kitchen appliances to the Leather-patterned granite floors tiles in the kitchen and lining every doorway protecting the polished wood mahogany parquet floor. Sleek Black Hans-Grohe taps adorn the exquisite bathrooms while antique brass door fittings blend in with the steel and hardwood doors.
Notable buildings
Notable buildings that embody this style include The State House in Nairobi, The United States Capitol Building, The Lincoln Memorial, The British Museum in London and The Parliament Building in Austria.
Transitional
Informed by 200 years of Greek Revival Architecture this home is built in a transitional style. Fusing the best of both worlds, the transitional style takes the Greek Revival’s classic balance and symmetry merging it with modern sleek lines, open concepts, and a minimalist aesthetic.
Spiral Staircase
Approaching the front door is a great curving stair that leads to the family room upstairs. Antique timber and metal balustrades adorn this central stair. Artisans were commissioned to execute the delicately moulded wrought patterns to help bring subtle drama to the lobby. Below the staircase is a secondary passage to the lounge that also serves as a credenza space for additional storage.
Kitchen & Dining
The kitchen and dining area have an open plan configuration while providing for privacy from the lounge space. The breakfast counter divides the kitchen and dining maintaining an open experience.
Lounge
The living room offers a serene and secluded atmosphere, providing ample opportunity for independent relaxation. Towering vertical windows seamlessly integrate the space with the manicured front lawn and entertainment deck situated at the side.
Wine Cellar
The wine cellar has a fridge under the counter for drinks and a granite prep counter. Diamond storage area for storing favorite bottles are included with a large mirror above the counter to enhance the space.
Family Room
In the family room the white open truss design celebrates the structure of the roof through the bolting and patterns created by the truss. White tones are used on the timber paying tribute to the ceilings used in the traditional Greek revival house.
Family Balcony
The extended stair balcony opens up views towards the clubhouse while creating a covered entrance porch below
Master
The interior exudes grandeur with exquisite finishes, wooden floors, and ceilings. Juliette balconies and tall arched openings add opulence and elegance to an extraordinary level
Finest Finishes
From Bosch kitchen appliances to the Leather patterned granite floor tiles adorn the kitchen. Sleek Black Hans-Grohe taps and antique brass door fittings blend in with the steel and hardwood doors.
Juliette Balconies
Aesthetically, Juliette balconies offer a timeless, elegant touch that brings depth to the walls of the house. The traditional balcony design, is a decorative tier of metal bars and laser cut screens. The balcony protrudes from the external face of the window affording the occupant fresh air without completely leaving the comfort and safety of the house.
Intricate Mouldings
Hand curved moulding details are used to help accent architectural lines of the structure. The moulding details line doors and windows further adding a layer of depth to the character of the house.
Entertainment Deck
Abating the lounge is the entertainment deck and feature wall. Both spaces are covered by glass to shield users from direct sun and rain. A bar counter complete with a built in TV wall, basin and under storage serve the space.
Manicured lawn
The home welcomes guests with a soft, manicured lawn, elegant timber log stepping rounds, and symmetrical vertical trees along the driveway. Flower beds and potted plants provide privacy to the patio area, while a vegetable garden is located at the back for the adjacent kitchen.