Claustra
The claustra that characterize the appearance of the residences are a special element of Mediterranean architecture since ancient times. The forms in which they occur in places and through the centuries are many, however the timelessness of the element is due to its close connection with the climatic conditions of the region, but also with the cultural characteristics of its peoples.
Filtering the strong, corrosive light of the Mediterranean region, the large, perforated surfaces created by the claustra provide shade and coolness while allowing the circulation of the air, which passes through the gaps like a light breeze.
At the same time, the movement of the shadings throughout the day gives the interior of the building a natural rhythm. In this way, the repeated pattern of the openings created by the claustra catalyzes the boundaries between the outside and the inside, creating at the same time a connection with the natural environment, but also a feeling of security and privacy, through the ability to see without becoming visible.