Status: Completed
Client: Private
Team: Various
Nestled in the heart of Corfu, the San Stefano Estate, a historic gem with a glamorous past, underwent an extensive restoration and revival in 2009. Once the playground of icons like Vivienne Leigh and Laurence Olivier, this legendary haven had lost its lustre over the years, yearning for a renaissance. Our clients a simple brief: breathe new life into the entire estate, transcending the mere restoration of the villa. Listening keenly to the echoes of its illustrious history, we set forth to reinstate its prominence on Corfu's cultural map. We meticulously restored the listed villa, salvaging what could be saved and replacing the irreparable. We didn't stop there. We reshaped the landscape, creating a new oasis around a pristine pool. The stable blocks received a full renovation, and the church was lovingly restored. The estate's newfound splendour even graced the small screen, with a cameo in ITV's The Durrells. The villa's timeless elegance was rejuvenated;. every inch bore the mark of our dedication to honouring its storied past. In a commitment to environmental stewardship, we subtly wove energy-efficient solutions and local materials into the scheme. Today, as we look back on our journey with the San Stefano Estate, we see it not only as a remarkable restoration but also as a testament to our philosophy – a blend of heritage preservation, meticulous craftsmanship, and a quiet dedication to a greener, more sustainable architecture.
39° 45' 52" N / 19° 56' 52" E
Status: Completed
Client: Private
Team: Various
Nestled in the heart of Corfu, the San Stefano Estate, a historic gem with a glamorous past, underwent an extensive restoration and revival in 2009. Once the playground of icons like Vivienne Leigh and Laurence Olivier, this legendary haven had lost its lustre over the years, yearning for a renaissance. Our clients a simple brief: breathe new life into the entire estate, transcending the mere restoration of the villa. Listening keenly to the echoes of its illustrious history, we set forth to reinstate its prominence on Corfu's cultural map. We meticulously restored the listed villa, salvaging what could be saved and replacing the irreparable. We didn't stop there. We reshaped the landscape, creating a new oasis around a pristine pool. The stable blocks received a full renovation, and the church was lovingly restored. The estate's newfound splendour even graced the small screen, with a cameo in ITV's The Durrells. The villa's timeless elegance was rejuvenated;. every inch bore the mark of our dedication to honouring its storied past. In a commitment to environmental stewardship, we subtly wove energy-efficient solutions and local materials into the scheme. Today, as we look back on our journey with the San Stefano Estate, we see it not only as a remarkable restoration but also as a testament to our philosophy – a blend of heritage preservation, meticulous craftsmanship, and a quiet dedication to a greener, more sustainable architecture.
39° 45' 52" N / 19° 56' 52" E