Human Point Architecture Construction & Development renovated and revamped the TRU Paradise beach club in Mykonos island. The leading concept for the renovation was to transform club’s character from a night club operating in a semi-open space into an all-day club operating outdoors. – text by the authors 

In March 2017, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development was appointed the architectural study and new business development of Paradise Club in Mykonos island considering the need of a radical reassessment of spaces for optimum functionality and services. During the past decades, Paradise Club shared an internationally acknowledged success operating mainly as a night club in a semi-open space, hosting some indoor functions as well. At that time, the building was situated literally on the beach and the main entrance of the club was through the neighbouring hotel premises.

The redefinition of its operation came from the desire of the entrepreneurs to create an outdoor space that could run as an all-day club, offering premium F&B and entertainment services.

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

The club could also operate at night on predetermined dates, hosting special music events with guest artists of international reputation.  

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

The proposal was to create a new space totally integrated within the extremely beautiful natural environment, yet, with references from contemporary organic art elements, as well as, traditional construction materials. Overall, the aim was to generate the sense of a new experience within the particular morphological surroundings of the area.

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

The existing club included a 400 sq.m. building on a 2.000 sq.m. plot. In order for the exterior and interior spaces to open up and to obtain a separate and distinct entrance from the surrounding hotel premises, two lateral properties of 4.000 sq.m. were ceded. The project also embodied 700 sq.m. of beach front.

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

The architectural study was developed taking into consideration the relationship between 4 basic operational units:

a. the entrance and the multilevel access to the main F&B spaces

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

b. the separate “common area” levels

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

c. the pool level and the indoor operation spaces

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

d. the beach and its surrounding coast

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

The new entrance – literally opposite the pre-existing one and with a separate access point from the main road – is situated on the highest level of the property. A descending path to the club is created, with various intermediate levels operating as premium “common areas” and leading all the way down to the beach.

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

The concept of the entrance design is an organic installation structured by 5 meter tall bamboo beams grasped on the ground, with a curvilinear shape formulating a natural tunnel.

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

The design is finalised under an artistic scenery perspective, with the insertion of abstract human sculptures inspired by Cycladic figurines. For the floor, a mixture of concrete and sand was applied creating a natural “carpet” that extends from the highest entrance level, through the main staircase and all the way down to the lowest pool level. 

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

The multi level “common areas” were designed with reference to the Cycladic morphological element of a flowerbed, “parteri”.

They serve as semi-private terraces for gatherings and parties, but also as relaxing stations while descending the main staircase. The floor is covered with a natural, minimal, wood coat creating a discreet gateway to the sea view.

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

Special emphasis was placed on the sculptural design of the staircase that connects all levels, with reference to local morphological features, such as, large irregular stairs.

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

The pool level, which rises 1,5 m. from the beach level, consists of the pool and its surrounding space, designed as a gathering area for drinks and fun, as well as part of the restaurant area.

On the same level, indoor and outdoor spaces for the preparation of drinks and food were reconstructed or refurbished.

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

Special attention was given to the study of the preparation room and to the main sheltered bar to resemble an unusual interior design frame. At the basement level, the guest toilets were placed and redesigned following a minimal and curvilinear synthesis, aligned with the overall aesthetics. Emphasis was also placed on the creation and set up of the DJ stage section, considering the acoustic prescriptions ordered by space geometry and dimensions.

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

Finally, some mobile, wooden installations and equipment were placed on the beach for guests to relax, sunbathe and enjoy the sea. Part of the designed amenities of the club was the study of a floating platform for yachts and watercrafts. 

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

Throughout the project, natural construction materials were used such as stone, bamboo, wood, concrete & sand mixture and organic plaster. The furniture is tailor-made, made of wood with cushions of white organic fabric.

TRU Paradise Club, Human Point Architecture Construction & Development, Mykonos, Cyclades, Greece, all-day club, entertainment, renovation, 2017

Facts & Credits

Project Title  TRU Paradise Club

Type  Renovation & revamping of existing beach club with restaurant and pool

Chief architect  Loukas Fotopoulos / Architecture Construction & Development

Collaborating architects  Sonia Sarkissian, Jannis Athanassopoulos , Giorgos Stamatakis, Alexandra Syriou

Engineer collaborator  Babis Georgiou

Sculptor collaborator  Giorgos Gyparakis

Subcontractors  Fixit North (Giorgos Diakektopoulos), Exotiq (Manos Mpaltasis)

Location  Paradise beach, Mykonos island, Greece

Built area  400 sq.m.

Plot area  6000 sq.m.

Date  2017

Photography  Pygmalion Karatzas Photography

Photo shoot date  August 2017

Suppliers

General Contractor  Fixit North

Timber supply and construction  Exotiq

Floor cement mortar & hygiene items  Kehagias MON EPE

Electrical  Kafkas

Interior design furniture  Interni Store

Wood structures  Lampros Papathanassis

Landscaping constructions & material  Ermis

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