Monastery of Aghia Mone, Areia
New construction of a south wing of cells in the monastery of Aghia Mone. This wing replaces a building, which was destroyed by fire some years ago. The rest of the monastery dates from 12th to 19th century. New infill building to a historical complex, fitted in to harmonize with ...
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Project details
Title: | Monastery of Aghia Mone, Areia |
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Entr. year: | 1984 |
Result: | Diploma |
Country: | Greece |
Town: | Areia Village, Nafplio (Peloponnese) |
Category type: | architectural heritage |
Notes: | Extension of a historic complex |
Building type/ Project type: | Multipurpose building |
Actual use: | Multipurpose use: Residential units for the monks, workshops, monastery |
Built: | 20 century |
Architect / Proj.leader: | Yannis Kizis, Architect, Athens |
The Jury's citation: | "For the fine replacement of a new wing of cells, in harmony with the Byzantine church and other buildings" |
Description:
New construction of a south wing of cells in the monastery of Aghia Mone. This wing replaces a building, which was destroyed by fire some years ago. The rest of the monastery dates from 12th to 19th century. New infill building to a historical complex, fitted in to harmonize with the monastery and existing north wing - wooden galleries and stone walls.
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