Gundari is a harmonious fusion of architecture and nature, seamlessly blending with Folegandros' rugged cliffs and timeless Cycladic tradition. Block722 envisioned Gundari as an organic extension of the landscape, framing the Aegean Sea with linear stone walls and delicate wooden structures. Each of the 27 suites and villas is crafted from natural materials, with tranquil furnishings that connect guests to the earth beneath. Open-air private showers evoke a return to nature’s simple pleasures. The Bar-Restaurant, a focal point, invites social gatherings, while the spa and executive suites, concealed within the terrain, create a serene sanctuary. Gundari is more than a destination—it's an embodiment of architectural balance and natural beauty, preserving core Cycladic proportions while offering a contemporary retreat.
Bio Block722 is a boutique architecture studio founded in Athens, Greece in 2009 by architect Sotiris Tsergas and interior designer Katja Margaritoglou. The studio specializes in high-end residential and hospitality projects. It merges Mediterranean and Scandinavian influences to create distinct, high-quality architectural spaces that are effortless, timeless, and pleasing. Block722's approach is holistic, with architecture and interior design working together to respond to the client's needs with sensibility and simplicity.
Other prizes 2025 - Grail Awards, Resort, Winner *Gundari 2024 - 100% Hotel Design Awards, Best Resort, Winner *Gundari - Ahead Awards, New Build Hotel, Shortlisted *Gundari - Architecture MasterPrize (AMP), Winner *O Lofos - IADA 2024, International Architecture & Design Awards, Architecture &Design Community, Personalized Home Creation, Platinum Winner *Viglostasi 2023 - IDA, International Design Awards, Residential Interior Design / Houses - Single/Family Dwelling, Gold winner Interior design award *O Lofos - Archdaily Building of the Year 2024, Nominee *Viglostasi - Architecture MasterPrize, Residential project, winner *O Lofos - Muse Hotel Awards, Resort - World-Class Adult Beach Resort, winners 2023 *Casa Cook Samos - World Luxury Awards, Luxury beachfront hotel, Continent winner: Europe, winner *Meraviglia Slow Living - The Plan Award 2023, villa, shortlisted *O Lofos - DOMA Greek Architecture Awards, Best Work, shortlisted *O Lofos - World Architecture Awards 43rd cycle winners 2023, Architecture/Realized category, winner *O Lofos - Archdaily Awards 2023, Building of the Year, nominee *O Lofos 2022 - ?HEAD Awards 2022, shortlisted *Casa Cook Samos - Hotel Design Awards 2022, 196+ Forum, winner *Casa Cook Samos - Greek Hotel of the Year 2022, gold hideaway hotel & gold suite hotel, winner *Meraviglia Slow Living 2021 - Architizer A+Firm Awards 2021, best architecture, and design firms Europe, special mention *Block722 studio HQ - Big See Interior Design award 2021, winner-interior workplace, *Block722 studio HQ 2019 - Big See Interior Design Award 2019, winner, *Olea All Suite Hotel - Ahead Awards Europe 2019, resort category, shortlisted *Olea All Suite Hotel 2018 - Design Awards 2018, finalists, * Olea All Suite Hotel
