House of the day: Lanaras weekend house by Nicos Valsamakis
September 26th, 2014
September 26th, 2014
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Lanaras weekend house in Athens, Greece, was built by architectNicos Valsamakis between 1961-63. The mid-century modern home was designed for the civil engineer and contractor Alekos Lanaras. Built into the hillside, with unlimited sea views, it’s two reinforced concrete planes are supported by steel posts. Photography: Dimitris Kalapodas
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