The Tanneries Hotel & Spa

Interior design Smponia Konstantina

Interior design Smponia Konstantina

A modernist approach to the design provides an elegant interior mood.

After many years of erosion from the wind and sea, a complete internal refurbishment was needed. A mostly beige, black, and gray color scheme creates a pared-back atmosphere, where one can find contemporary details such as Villeroy & Boch sanitary fixtures and kitchenware, marble lamps and finishings, electric curtains, and soundproof rooms with stone benches and cabinetry. A stunning example of the deceptive simplicity of minimalist design.

Architecture Smponia Konstantina

Four conjoining buildings on the water, formerly tanneries, were renovated into an architectural slice of Cretan history.

With just 20 suites on offer, the hotel presents guests with airy, bright interior spaces, many of which overlook the picturesque sea. The building’s industrial character was preserved —particularly the facade, roof tiles, floors, and ceilings. Natural materials like concrete, glass, marble, and wood, along with a mostly monochrome color palette, combine for a clean and minimalist look.