Tyrsis Villa

The building is constructed with materials and systems suited to the Mediterranean climate. It achieves a positive energy balance — producing more energy than it consumes — through a combination of active and passive sustainability strategies. These include seamlessly integrated photovoltaics, geothermal probes, and high-performance insulation, along with deep deciduous pergolas, the thermal mass of the underground structure, thick stone walls with a green roof, and patios for natural ventilation. A dedicated system also collects and purifies well water and wastewater, supplying both the house and the surrounding landscape, which is an essential part of the sustainable design: terraces of local stone are inspired by the island’s agricultural heritage, and through the green roof — in continuity with the Mediterranean scrubland — the building integrates seamlessly with its surroundings. Century-old olive trees have been carefully preserved and transplanted within the Mediterranean maquis, while an innovative “dry” alternative lawn promotes water savings and enhances local biodiversity.