9010design has undertaken the full renovation of a boutique hotel on Zakynthos Island, redefining its identity to offer a refined yet effortless hospitality experience. The project includes the transformation of 30 guest rooms, public areas, a pool, and a bar, with a design concept rooted in minimalism and natural textures. The intervention embraces a soft, neutral palette that highlights the interplay of light and shadow, creating a serene and inviting environment. By integrating organic materials, handcrafted details, and contemporary forms, the design seamlessly merges with the island’s coastal landscape, offering guests an immersive retreat that embodies both comfort and sophistication.
The transition between the 30 guest rooms and the communal areas — pool, bar, public spaces — was the design's central challenge. Each threshold was treated as an intentional shift in atmosphere rather than a mere passage. Stone, wood, and linen ground the experience in the island's tactile identity, ensuring that the renovation feels native to Zakynthos rather than imported.