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Summer is almost here and we are already making holiday plans and dreaming of escaping to some magical Aegean island… We close our eyes and our senses are flooded with dazzling colours and sunlight, the taste of the sea and the murmur of the waves. This year let’s let the fresh meltemi wind take us to a very special Cycladic island, Folegandros. On the southernmost island of the west Cyclades, built on an amphitheatrical slope facing the Aegean Sea, the Chora with its picturesque narrow cobblestone streets and the Church of the Virgin Mary perched on a rock, lies the complex ‘Alkyon Villas’. It consists of five villas constructed with traditional methods and based on the principles of bioclimatic design that combine harmoniously local raw materials with the most modern and resistant construction materials. The latter were provided by PROLAT: coloured stone mortar, plaster with kourasani, and of course Lavaplaster for floors, walls, stone-built sofas and beds. The aesthetically pleasant and highly resistant materials of PROLAT blend perfectly with the wild beauty of the Cycladic natural environment and contribute to the creation of a serene and relaxed atmosphere that we all need for our holidays!

We finally got lucky and managed to spend a weekend in snow-covered Kalavrita. Of course those who live in places of such scenic beauty are the luckiest of all… Such beautiful landscapes abound in Greece. And look at this amazing house! The industrial style seems to combine so perfectly with comfort and tradition against the backdrop of this classical mountainous scenery. Bllend Design renovated and radically changed the interior of this residence in Kalavrita. Lavaplaster on floors and walls and a fabulous table of quartz mosaic are perfect examples of the touch of timeless luxury that PROLAT products can give to any place.

Vivify beauty labs made a vey dynamic start and now are ready to welcome ladies and gentlemen who wish to rejuvenate their appearance. These amazing innovative spaces were created by the team of Bllend, who approached architecturally these labs of beauty and wellness with austere lines and an elegant and original design. Navigate this extraordinary environment through 360ο photos and enjoy the aesthetic result of PROLAT Lavaplaster.

Imagine relaxing on a beach of the Messinian Gulf with crystal clear waters at your feet. The forested slopes of Mount Taygetos and the vast olive groves, where the summer breeze meets the fresh mountain air, ideally complete the picture. Asanti Villas, in Neohori, just a few minutes from the beautiful sea resort of Stoupa, consist of two luxury villas with a common swimming pool and command a stunning view. They have been designed to combine respect for traditional local architecture and functionality, with a touch of minimalist aesthetics that you will find simply irresistible. PROLAT, with its Lavaplaster applied to the bathrooms and Quartz Mosaic to the swimming pool, has contributed to the creation of this jewel of the Messinian land and invites you to visit and enjoy it!

If, after a long winter, you are looking for a small paradise of peace and serenity away from the chaotic rhythms of the city, you don’t have to travel to the end of the world to find it. Koufonisia, the jewels of the Small East Cyclades with their truly exotic beaches, are an ideal destination. Oceanides, a brand-new complex of apartments for rent, offers all modern comforts combined with the unique charm of the frugal Cycladic architecture. PROLAT has used Lavaplaster almost everywhere in the large Aegean-style rooms: floors, walls, bathrooms. In addition, PROLAT’s quartz mosaic, a material with anti-slippery properties, has been applied to stairs, balconies and exterior areas. The final result creates an environment of tranquillity and relaxation that we all desire for our summer getaways.

Under the clear blue sky of Attica, the light softens all lines, mellows all forms and reveals the hidden beauty of every shape and object. This modern private residence in Ekali makes the best possible use of the unique Greek sunlight, allowing it to flood its interior through the floor-to-ceiling windows and bathe every surface and every single piece of furniture. PROLAT has covered all floors and stairs with Lavaplaster, which sets off perfectly the clean, austere lines, the open spaces and the minimalist decoration of the house. The bright light caressing it with golden touches accentuates and brings to life its folds and shadows that create a visually attractive contrast with the surrounding pale colours. And the final result is a pleasant and relaxing picture –which is exactly what our home environment should be like.

The first snowflakes are swirling in the wind and the brightly decorated city streets remind us that Christmas is coming. Sitting by the fireplace with a nice cup of hot chocolate, we have already started making Christmas holiday plans, which include, apart from happy family moments in the warmth of our home, rejuvenating winter excursions… In picturesque Nafplio, one of the most popular all-year-round holiday destinations in Greece, a beautiful neoclassical building in the old town houses Messini Pension. In a friendly and hospitable environment combining classy old-time style with all modern comforts, guests can enjoy the charming romantic atmosphere of times past in five fully renovated rooms. PROLAT has creatively contributed to the harmonious mix of traditional and modern materials, applying Lavaplaster to the bathrooms and balconies, where cement tiles have also been used. In addition, all hotel areas have been painted with PROLIN and PROLOUT paints, creating tasteful colour combinations pleasing to the eye and ideal for relaxation. A magical place for a holiday… any time of the year!

The stunning island of Cephalonia, a small paradise on earth surrounded by the emerald waters of the Ionian Sea, is waiting once again for its visitors, inviting them to enjoy its golden beaches and forested mountainsides, and to find out about its unique geological phenomena, such as Catavothres, the underground lake and cave of Melissani, and Kounopetra. In Leivatho, a harmonious combination of sea and mountain in the southwestern part of the island, the ultramodern but ecofriendly Hotel Leivatho, which has won a prestigious award for its impressive architecture, offers high standard suites and studios. The open-plan, sunlit rooms with panoramic views are completed with spacious luxury bathrooms, where PROLAT has applied the ideal material: Lavaplaster, a choice that ensures functionality and aesthetic excellence. The final result blends perfectly with the surrounding natural environment and satisfies even the most demanding tastes.

The rising temperature and the increasingly hot sun remind us that the Greek summer has already come and is winking at us. The enchanting island of Crete, one of the most popular holiday destinations, is ready to welcome visitors and captivate them with its breathtaking natural beauty and its world-famous cuisine. We can sample traditional Cretan cuisine and hospitality at the recently renovated bar-restaurant Medusa, in Plakias, South Rethymno. PROLAT has contributed to the creation of a hospitable and attractively decorated environment, ideally set off by discreet lighting, with the subdued, earthy colours of its materials, and has applied Lavaplaster to all the walls and built-in bench seats. The friendly and pleasant atmosphere predisposes us to relax and, after feasting on the delicious local dishes, close the evening with a refreshing cocktail. Cheers to us! And have a great summer everybody!

If there was such a thing as a recipe for the perfect summer holiday, one of its basic ingredients would definitely be some beautiful Aegean island. And if our chosen destination happened to offer breathtaking natural beauty, tranquillity and plenty of cosmopolitan choices and entertainment at the same time, so much the better! As matter of fact, there is a place that fits perfectly this definition: Santorini, the Cycladic island with the most magical sunsets in the world. In the picturesque village of Imerovigli, Iconic Santorini, the best Greek boutique hotel for 2014 and one of the 60 best in the world for 2015, enjoys panoramic views over the azure sea, the volcano and the caldera. PROLAT has added its own touches to this exquisite cave hotel, as its materials have been used on the floors and walls of the rooms, as well as on the stone-built/rock-hewn baths inside the rooms, ensuring complete waterproofing and an aesthetically pleasing joint-free surface. The products of PROLAT, well known for their excellent quality and durability, have significantly contributed to a final result that harmoniously combines Cycladic colours and traditional architecture with smart functionality and modern discreet luxury. The Greek summer winks at us. And we are already packing for a dream vacation…

This year let’s go somewhere different for our summer holidays. How about… a volcano? Yes, that’s right, an active volcano: Nisyros! According to mythology, this beautiful South Aegean island was formed during Gigantomachy, when Poseidon, the god of the sea, hurled a huge rock against Polyvotis. And the eruptions caused by the labored breathing of the wounded giant created a landscape of wild, breathtaking beauty. In a house combining traditional elements of island architecture with all modern comforts, PROLAT applied Lavaplaster to the stairs and floors and to various stone-built parts, and stone mortar to stone walls. The warm earthy colours and the well-known quality of PROLAT materials guarantee a perfect aesthetic result and excellent resistance even on external surfaces. They are also in harmony with the overall architecture and the unique natural environment of the island, creating a result that is not only absolutely functional but also pleasing to the eye, as it gives you a feeling of peacefulness and tranquillity. Which is the ideal formula to relax and forget the chaos and the frantic pace of the city!

Summer is now in full swing and we are counting down the days until our holidays begin. This year our destination is a mystical island amid the endless Aegean blue: Santorini, with the incredible colourful beaches and emerald waters, the famous stunning sunsets, and some of the best hotels in the world. The romantic boutique hotel On the Rocks, literally carved into the rocks of Imerovigli, the village that is called the “balcony of the Aegean, is a small paradise on earth for those who wish to escape the stress and monotony of everyday life. And PROLAT has contributed to its creation, as its materials have been used on the room floors, walls and bathrooms, and also on the exterior flooring and the outdoor bar, where the materials required must be particularly resistant to wear and humidity and colour stable. The products of PROLAT, thanks to their reliability and the high aesthetic quality that they offer, can respond successfully to any challenge. The hotel On the Rocks, a real oasis of serenity and beauty, is the tangible proof. And we can’t wait to enjoy it… So, thirty more days to go till our holidays… Twenty nine… Twenty eight…

In Smart Park, which is situated in Spata, you can find all sorts of shops, both for shopping and for food or drinks. You can undoubtedly spend many pleasant hours in the largest retail park in Attica. PROLAT Lavaplaster has been used in all WC surfaces. What is more, PROLAT has constructed bathroom countertops and washbasins with its special lightweight material, and Lavaplaster has been applied to all of them. In addition, 30 acres of the total land surface covered by Smart Park have been turned into green areas and open spaces for outdoor activities. The material applied to all these open spaces is PROLAT Stabilized Ceramic Floor, a natural, eco-friendly type of flooring ideal for such activities in this wonderful commercial and entertainment centre.

Mykonos has been holding the sceptre of Greek summertime tourism and entertainment for years (whether everybody likes it or not). There are countless top class hotels in Mykonos and the ones of the Myconian Collection, which belongs to Dachtylidis family, rank among the best. In the hotel chain renovation, PROLAT Lavaplaster stressed the Cycladic style with joint-free plain curves, both inside the rooms and bathrooms and on the bar countertops and the reception desks, through white and whitish shades.

Spring is adding the final touches to the enchanting landscape of the Greek nature and all houses are now getting ready to welcome Easter. This beautiful residence in Nea Makri, just a stone’s throw from Athens and yet so far away from the noise and the pollution of the capital, opens its windows to let the sunlight bathe its spacious interior. PROLAT responded to modern interior design trends for simple, clean lines and smooth, uninterrupted surfaces, covering the floor and the wall of the kitchen with Lavaplaster. The final result is an attractive and comfortable environment suitable both for everyday functions and for all the happy moments of family life.

How long is it from Athens to Peru? Well, maybe not as long as you might think! Take a stroll in Kolonaki and you’ll see for yourself. This is where you’ll find the Peruvian resto-bar Nikkei, the new hot spot in town that will initiate you into traditional South American cuisine with Japanese influences. PROLAT has made its own special contributions to the impressive decoration dominated by rich, warm colours, well defined lines and an aura of mystery and exoticism: the application of “rough” Lavaplaster to the walls and “classic” Lavaplaster to floors and bathrooms sets off to great advantage the particularly atmospheric and functional place created by George Panteloukas of GJP Construction. The final overall result is an exciting, attractive, and above all friendly and communicative environment. If you are looking for something different… you don’t have to look too far!

December is here and Christmas is just around the corner... On cold winter nights and especially on holidays we all love enjoying the warmth and comfort of home with our family or good friends. Our home is our castle and our haven at the same time, and it must reflect our personality and serve our everyday needs. With this in mind, the architectural bureau Arch-Interact renovated an old flat in Athens, literally transforming it into a modern, light, versatile and above all pleasant place to live in. Classical PROLAT Lavaplaster, a top quality and easy to use material, was perfectly combined with wood on floors and walls, creating an impression of continuity and contributing to a particularly tasteful result. The key to this successful renovation was what we all need in every aspect of our lives, from our personal relationships to all our creative pursuits to our everyday environment: harmony.

In beautiful Rhodes, under the shade of the Acropolis, there is a traditional family house built in 1876 that was renovated in 2011 with love and care. As all its unique features, such as the pebble flooring and the built bathroom and kitchen, have been preserved, the house conveys warmth and is a perfect specimen of island architecture. PROLAT Lavaplaster has been applied to all those surfaces, perfectly combining the traditional technique of pourable mortar with Dodecanesian architecture.

With the financial crisis still in full swing, summer holidays are becoming less and less affordable, but the truth is that we desperately need them! Most of us will choose some seaside place. Dion Palace, in Litochoro, looks like an excellent choice. Recently renewed and renovated by Antonis Kalogridis, with island type Lavaplaster inside the rooms and anti-slip quartz mosaic on exterior surfaces, it is ready to welcome us and give us the chance to enjoy the beautiful environment and the crystal clear blue sea of Pieria, the land of gods.

Bizzz in Marousi represents an alternative approach to our everyday eating habits, offering a wide variety of nuts, super foods and quality coffee. Its interior space is characterized by clean-cut lines and PROLAT Lavaplaster on the floor sets off ideally the architectural choices of pro.plus.ma Arkitektones.

Blender Gallery, in Glyfada, presents modern art creations. The gallery welcomes innovative ideas and removes all limits on art. The architecture of this large exhibition space, where PROLAT Lavaplaster has been applied, sets off perfectly the exhibits and favours a continuous direct dialogue between the artworks and the public.

Thanasis Kaiafas is a most talented photographer. His photos are pure art, especially when the subject inspires him. This is also the case with those who love cooking: they need a place that inspires them to unfold their creativity –their kitchen. With PROLAT Lavaplaster things are much simpler. A nice architectural kitchen design, plywood as substrate and the technique of antiquation can guarantee a wonderful natural result.

In Santorini, the legendary island with the emerald waters and the magical sunsets, you can find some of the best hotels in the world. In Panorama Boutique Hotel, situated in the heart of Phira, PROLAT has applied Lavaplaster to the floors, walls and bathrooms of the rooms, as well as to the exterior floors, where the materials required should be resistant to heavy everyday use, humidity, and harsh weather conditions, and have stable, durable colours.

We flew our kite. And ate the traditional Clean Monday flatbread, the “lagana”. And now… back to work. At least those who work in Kifissias Avenue, near OTE building, can enjoy a pleasant and quality lunch time. The new “Archontiko” offers delicious dishes in a warm and welcoming environment created by PROLAT.

“Ancho”, the new Mexican grill that has opened in Halandri, was named after a smoked chili pepper used extensively in Mexican cuisine. It is a multicoloured place, with comfortable couches, PROLAT Lavaplaster on the floors and demoulded PROLAT planks on the piers. This imaginative combination used by KM architektones seems to have resulted in a warm and welcoming environment, ideal for enjoying the best Mexican dishes!

Christmas is coming and jewelry is one of the most popular gift ideas. Gavello, in Kolonaki, is a new shop that stands out for its elegance and finesse, as was expected from architects known for their Italian mentality and culture. PROLAT Lavaplaster, a Greek, absolutely affordably product chosen for the floor, matches perfectly the aesthetics of the shop, contributing to the creation of an environment that accentuates the timelessness of the jewels displayed in the shop windows.

In St. Irene’s Square, in downtown Athens, there are restaurants and cafés for every taste. Spollati restaurant in Aiolou Street is one of the best. From culinary perspective, the dish that really stands out is trahanoto with mushrooms, ideally accompanied by a good wine. As far as architectural design is concerned, the dominant style is evidently industrial, with a look of demoulded concrete on the walls and Lavaplaster in dynamic colours in the bathrooms.

In the picturesque seaside resort of Tolo, on one of the best sandy beaches of the Argolic Gulf, the recently renovated Nelly’s Hotel is ready to welcome guests of all ages who wish to leave behind the hustle and bustle of the city for a perfect Easter or summer getaway. The challenge for PROLAT this time was to use a material suitable for the floor and the walls of the hotel’s café; it had to be not only aesthetically attractive but also particularly resistant, as the hotel is only 3 metres from the sea. PROLAT Lavaplaster covered these needs ideally, ensuring a final result that combines natural appearance, beauty and strength. The demands for the external wall, which is almost in direct contact with the sea, were even higher. The material chosen for application to that surface was PROLAT VISTRO, a special plaster with hydraulic lime. This type of plaster does not contain any cement at all, so it literally “breathes” and is not affected by humidity and the salt in seawater. It is worth noting that the wall needs no maintenance, which is an additional practical advantage that makes this product ideal for use in difficult settings, such as surfaces exposed to the elements, e.g. lighthouses. Of course you needn’t possess a lighthouse to try it and discover its merits!

After 39 years of operation, Goody’s chain keeps evolving and growing. Today, Goody’s Burger Houses turn the visitor’s stay into an experience of fun and entertainment. Apart from the renewed menu, a key component of this new concept is the fresh image of the famous fast-food restaurant, the aesthetic appeal of the place and its general architectural identity, which is largely based on the use of PROLAT Lavaplaster.

It is well known that Google employees all over the world enjoy the best benefits and perks, which include a modern and pleasant workplace. And this is exactly what was expected from the company offices in Greece. In the new offices of Google in Athens, the floors in the entrance, relaxation and gym areas, as well as all kitchen and bathroom surfaces, have been covered with PROLAT Lavaplaster with colour codes LP131 and LP2. Take a look at these pictures to get an idea of the application possibilities of our material.

The new offices of Η&Μ are truly impressive. From their balcony you can see everything: the sea, Lycabettus, the Acropolis, and the famous Kolonaki Square throbbing with life… The 1,200 m² interior area is equally impressive, with fabrics and clothes displayed with great care to every detail, an industrial architectural style, very pleasant lighting, and plenty of space –all beautifully set off by the rough look of the walls and the wear-resistant joint-free floors where PROLAT Lavaplaster has been applied.

The target customers of Vans and Lee are young people with an active and dynamic lifestyle. The two new outlets in the Mall are characterized by the industrial aesthetics, which is very becoming, and are painted in shades of grey and black. PROLAT created the floors of both shops in the same style, combining the minimal look of a New York loft with the youthful mood and the luxury of the famous shopping centre.

We are taking “Trains and Boats and Planes” and leaving on holiday. Reaching the Departures area of Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, we come across “coffee + bites” and the curved lines of its walls, where white and blue PROLAT Lavaplaster has been applied, clearly remind us of the colours of the Greek islands and put us in the right mood for holidays. Have a great summer, everyone!

Natural beauty and simplicity match perfectly the landscape of Mani and the architecture of the local hotels. So PROLAT Lavaplaster created a very warm and hospitable place in Pyrgos Dirou. Sventoura Hotel is ideal for a restful and relaxed holiday away from the hustle and bustle of city life –even for a few days.

Natural beauty and simplicity match perfectly the landscape of Mani and the architecture of the local hotels. So PROLAT Lavaplaster created a very warm and hospitable place in Pyrgos Dirou. Sventoura Hotel is ideal for a restful and relaxed holiday away from the hustle and bustle of city life –even for a few days.

Asian tastes and aesthetics may be smartly combined with PROLAT Lavaplaster. The wide variety of Lavaplaster colour options is an asset that can set off architectural design to the best advantage and offers limitless choices. In areas such as WCs, where uninterrupted surfaces are needed, Lavaplaster may be applied both to walls and to countertops, as it is ideal even for heavy daily use.

“Baneasa” Shopping City is one of the largest shopping centres in Bucharest. PROLAT Lavaplaster travelled all the way to the Romanian capital and provided not only an aesthetic solution but also a practical one as far as cleanliness and hygiene are concerned.