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Mykonian at Heart
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T and architectural creativity with
by Despoina Sampson
hodoris Zacharis and Marios
these lovely people.
Sergidis are the founders of Cosset,
What is your view on the
an interior design company with a
professional reach and reputation
that extends well beyond Greece, and
on the island of winds? Which
decorative clich�s did you choose
whose genesis can be traced back development of interior decoration
to the creative spark of Mykonos. to resist?
You founded the Cosset stores in Over the last twenty years, there
Mykonos. Why did you choose have been radical changes in the
this specific island over the rest way people here on Mykonos
of Greece to start your business? express themselves through the
There were two reasons behind our decoration of their personal space.
decision to inaugurate the Cosset era We avoid overburdening a space
on our favourite island. First of all, with ostentation – a stereotype we
there’s the magnificent landscape, are happy to see disappearing. We
framed by the deep blue waters also consider context. When we
of the Aegean, and that unique design a cottage, for example, we
contrast is an inexhaustible source focus as much on the surroundings
of inspiration for us. Furthermore, as on the building itself, in order to
Mykonos is an island that attracts
the local and international jet set, Cosset
royals and countless celebrities. So,
it was the ideal place to establish
our professional collaborations, In the lap
to meet clients from all over the
world and to share our decorative of design luxury
achieve a harmonious combination.
Materials
carefully Which of the island’s features have
selected from had the greatest influence on your
all over the creativity?
world create
a warm, The minimalist character of Mykonos
unique and and its tourist diversity in the
contemporary
atmosphere. summer, which creates a dynamic
and sophisticated mix of inspiration.
What type of architecture do you
consider to be incompatible with
Myconian style?
Architectural and decorative excess
is unnecessary as it doesn’t enhance
the island’s beauty; it doesn’t blend
with the surroundings; nor does it
contribute anything special, tasteful
or modern.
If you had to describe the ideal
location on the island in three
words, what would they be?
The Delos island complex.
You live in Mykonos in the summer.
Do you have a favourite place for
your business meetings?
There are no ‘favourite’ places on
this island; just places that are more
compatible with your personality
traits than others. We choose our
own premises for our business
meetings because they are serene
and represent our aesthetics.
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