THESISPafos Showroom
THESISLarnaka Showroom
THESISNicosia Showroom
APOKRYFO hotel, lofouwww.apokryfo.comtel 96 475530Renowned local architect, Vakis Hadjikyriacou and his interior designer wife, Diana, have painstakingly renovated a group of old stone houses and created this magical hideaway. The architecture is seductively simple with a combination of stone walls, old roof tiles and wood-beams creating a rustic ambience. The interiors exude a sense of casual luxury with a blend of natural materials and fabrics, pale tones and soft lighting.Stylish accommodation is offered in two 3 bedroom houses with private courtyards, three one bedroom cottages and four suites. All houses are equipped with kitchenette, satellite TV, air conditioning and heating. The large houses are fully equipped with kitchen, sitting dining room and open fireplaces. The farmhouse Agrino restaurant serves sustainable local produce bursting with the flavours of Cyprus and the Sterna wine cellar offers the best in local and Mediterranean wines. There is a spa with hammam, sauna, gym and a deep blue pool situated in the courtyard shaded by almond trees. The old stable has been tastefully converted for small conferences for up to 35 people and equipped with full audio visual systems. Small functions for up to 70-100 persons can be catered for in the courtyard and restaurant.
www.apokryfo.com
Lofou is 25mins from Limassol in the foothills of Troodos. main office96475530
THESIS limassol ANTI THESIS coffee bookshop Situated in the old Electricity Board Offices, THESIS Pafos was tastefully converted into a contemporary showroom in 2000. The collection is stylishly arranged over two floors and overlooks the park and pavilion behind the town hall.14, 25th Martiou Street, Pafos tel (++357) 24 665760
Tucked away in the vibrant mix of cafes and shops around Ayios Lazarus Church, THESIS Larnaca has been a real hidden treasure since opening in 1997. Conveniently located next to the multi storey parking and the famous Larnaca promenade.5, Pavlou Valsamaki Street, Larnaca tel (++357) 24 665760
Situated in the heart of Nicosia’s smart shopping district, just off Stasicratou Street, THESIS Nicosia first opened in 1990. It offers three floors of tastefully laid out furniture, fabrics and artifacts, together with an in house designer who can offer advice on interiors.22, Mnasiadou Street, Nicosia tel (++357) 22 646659
try our delicious anari with carob honey and fresh figs or strawberries,our baked pies with spinach
THESIS first opened in Limassol in 1983, the flagship store is housed in a magnificently restored merchant’s house in St. Andrews Street in the old town. Built at the turn of the 20th century it was once the home and storerooms of two wealthy merchants. As well as housing the entire unique collection of furniture, fabrics and artifacts it is also the home of antiTHESIS, the in-house coffee shop/bookshop as well as the offices of THESIS Design.207, St. Andrews’ Street P.O.Box 51997, Limassol 3509 tel (++357) 25 369479
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AntiThesis coffee/bookshop embodies the lifestyle of THESIS, with its delicious chalked up casual menu and a gallery full of design books. Homemade light snacks and sweets are full of Cypriot flavour , the freshly ground coffee and selected local wines are irresistible.Situated next door to Thesis in the old town of Lemesos. Designed by Vakis Hadjikyriacou Architects.201 St Andrews’ Street, LimassolMon,Tues,Thurs, Fri 09.30 - 19.00Wed, Sat, 09.30 - 15.00
info@thesis.com.cy january2010SALEnow starteduntil 27th Febfor details look at:www.thesisinteriors.blogspot.comfrom THESISTHESIS opening hoursmon. tues. thurs. fri9.00am - 1.00pm3.00pm -6.30pmwed9.00 - 1.00pmsat 9.00 - 2.00pm
design showroom manager, limassolwe are looking for an enthusiastic manager to work full time in our main showroom in St. Andrews Street, Limassolapplicants should have:a background in design (qualification preferred)an ability to communicate positively with clients and offer advice on furniture, curtains, soft furnishings etc.experience in a similar field (with references)fluency in greek and englishThesis offers a creative working environment with a salary according to experience together with other benefits.Send your cv to
vathesis@cytanet.com.cy
or fax 25 375272shop assistants, limassolwe are looking for sales assistants to help in our Limassol showroom, to help with sales and display.applicants should have :an interest in design and interiorsa pleasant characterfluency in greek and englishThesis offers a creative working environment with a salary according to experience and other benefits.Send your cv to
vathesis@cytanet.com.cy
or fax 25 375272All applicants must be eligible to work in Cypruswarehouse storeman , limassolwe are looking for a warehouse man to work in our store rooms unloading new shipments and help with deliveries in Cyprus.applicants should have :a clean and valid driving licencea pleasant characterfluency in greek Thesis offers a creative working environment with a salary according to experience and other benefits.Send your cv to
vathesis@cytanet.com.cy
or fax 25 375272architectural draftsman , limassolwe are currently looking for technical draftsmen/women with a minimum of 3 years office experience and CAD proficiency to work in our Contract Design office. We offer a creative working environment with an attractive and competitive salary depending on the applicants experience.Send your cv to
vathesis@cytanet.com.cy
or fax 25 375272All applicants must be eligible to work in Cyprus
Welcome to the THESIS website!We hope you will enjoy browsing through our unique collection of furniture, fabrics and artifacts and visit our gallery of completed interior projects.Thesis first opened in 1986 in an old merchants’ warehouse in Limassol , Cyprus, our vision was to create a showroom committed to quality and good design, we hope we have maintained that vision.We look forward to welcoming you in person to one of our showrooms in Nicosia, Limassol, Pafos or Larnaca
8 ANTITHESIS coffee and bookshop in Limassol opened in 2006 within THESIS. Good taste and design are the vital ingredients.
9 THESIS will be opening its first boutique hotel in 2008 in Lofou. It will reflect the THESIS passion for comfort and style
10 THESIS has exported and shipped items all over the world from Iceland to Singapore
7 With our Royal College of Art training and 25 years experience with local craftsmen we custom design and manufacture high quality bespoke furniture to meet client’s requirements
6 THESIS DESIGN undertakes contract interior design projects such as hotels, restaurants and offices. The Columbia Beach Resort and Hotel in Pissouri, Cyprus is just one example of a total interior design project by THESIS.
www.columbia-hotels.com
207, St. Andrews’ StreetThe THESIS flagship store is housed in a magnificently restored merchant’s house in St. Andrews Street in the old town of Lemesos. The building was built at the turn of the 20thC and was once the home and storerooms of two wealthy merchants. As well as housing the entire unique collection of furniture, fabrics and artifacts it also has it’s own in house coffee shop and bookshop AntiTHESIS and the offices of THESIS Design.207, St. Andrews’ StreetP.O.Box 51997,Lemesos3509tel (++357 25 369479)
fabrics
Columbia Beach Resort, Pissouri, Cypruscompleted 2005
THESIS works closely with reputable curtain makers and upholsterers and we can help with choosing the right fabrics from our extensive collection of handwoven cottons, silks and man made textiles.
5 From single rooms to complete houses our staff at THESIS can offer help and advice with furniture, artifacts and finishes. THESIS works closely with reputable curtain makers and upholsterers and we can help with choosing the right fabrics from our extensive collection of handwoven cottons, silks and man made textiles.
3 The name THESIS is from the greek word "ΘΕΣΗ" meaning seat, position, opinion
4 The THESIS flagship building in Limassol is housed in a beautifully restored merchant’s warehouse in the old part of town. THESIS also has showrooms in Nicosia, Pafos and Larnaca
2 THESIS has a collection of over 4000 products sourced from all round the world. We place emphasis using recycled materials, promoting hand craftmanship and environmentally sustainable practices.
1 THESIS was set up in 1983 by the architect Vakis Hadjikyriacou and the interior designer Diana Hope, graduates from the Architectural Association and the Royal College of Art, London. Their vision was to create an interior design showroom committed to quality, good design and versatility and they travel the world extensively sourcing and designing merchandise. The THESIS collection includes contemporary, classic and ethnic furniture together with handloom soft furnishings and artifacts.
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a charmed history
mediterranean charm
seasonal senses
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sun and colour
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PIZZA EXPRESS gastronomic design
taste from the mediterranean
journey to the open sea
taste of the mediterranean
sense and sensibility
temple for wine
dream hideaway by a lagoon pool
modern eclectism
the high notes of design
house with .... a view!!!
with coffee and books
nostalgic images in the present
an outlook on nature this spring
wedding listWe are happy to make an appointment with you to go through and help you select a list of suitable items from the THESIS collection that will reflect your style and aspirations for married life. We will arrange for the listed to be available to your guests in all of our showrooms. contact
services@thesis.com.cy
gift vouchersTHESIS gift vouchers are available directly from our showrooms as well as a gift wrapping service. contact
services@thesis.com.cy
wedding list and gift vouchers
‘Climbing up the renowned hill of ‘Kalogiri’ in Limassol you cannot miss this house, Its colour resembles terracotta and the architecture transports you to Tuscany ….. ‘architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISOmikron I Jan 1999
‘Natural materials and warm earth tones for this house in Limassol. With a view towards the town and the sea …..’architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISSynthesis I 100
‘This two storey house in Limassol , dates back to the turn of the century is full of character and a unique feeling of harmony and balance…Built in solid stone and wood by the British Governor, who lived at the Governors house nearby…..’architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISSynthesis I Sept 1999
‘a old, small house in Limassol is transformed and exploited to the limit of its potential, to house a four person family in comfort ……. ’architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISMaison Decoration I 1999
…now in Pafos just as in the other Thesis shops in Limassol, Nicosia and Larnaca Thesis takes its clients on a global pursuit, offering unique furniture, fabrics and every kind of decorative and practical artefact for the home, from all the corners of the world…..’architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESIS Synthesis I march 2000
‘This stone house in the shadow of Troodos has a long and beautiful past and its current owners have secured it an even better future…..’architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISSpecial Deco I 1999
‘in order to bring spring into your house just choose from the large collection at Thesis ……. ’Synthesis I march 08
‘ Simple spaces, comfortable, with the warmth and atmosphere of old greek island hospitality, Columbia Beach resort in Pissouri offers holidays with high aesthetics……….’architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISSynthesis I Sept 02
‘ Smelling of the sea, like a boat ploughing through the emerald waters of Protaras…this house gives a feeling of serenity, matt colours, tones of blue, white, sand, wood and fabrics combined with all things nautical….. interior design THESISSynthesis I July 02
‘for a charming holiday, with the atmosphere of old greek island hospitality, The Columbia Beach resort in Pissouri is an authentic example of Mediterranean beauty.……. ’architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISSynthesis I Aug 03
‘The impression left by this house is not small, neither is the work behind it…… It combines the basic principles of modernity and classicsm…. the result speaks for itself…….. ‘architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISSynthesis I august 04
‘The Maison du Vin , a new wine shop in Nicosia borrows with complete success the simple style and pure beauty of a monastery……. ’architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISSynthesis I Nov 04
‘Traditional elements of Cypriot architecture combined with the highest degree of contemporary luxury make this new resort- which only has suites of differing sizes and furnishings- as unique as the island itself….’architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISHideaways I 2004
‘This 2 storey house is situated on a cliif edge above the Columbia Beach resort in Pissouri Impressive, elaborate, luxurious the house stands like a queen on her throne overlooking the majestic view….’architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISSynthesis I Nov 04
‘ defying the limits of the site, the architect Vakis Hadjikyriacou and his interior designer wife, Diana, give a lesson in contemporary architecture and aesthetics…’ architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISMUST DECO I 2005
‘ Next to THESIS in Limassol Antithesis has opened. A Coffee/ Bookshop full of atmosphere, where you can enjoy your coffee, read a book and try delicious small plates with greek flavours.…’ architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISSynthesis I Nov 06
‘ In an old 1900’s listed building, which houses THESIS, Vakis and Diana Hadjikyriacou revive old memories by flooding St Andrews street with the aroma of freshly ground coffee…’ architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISMUST DECO I 2007
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‘Stone paved verandahs with open and semi covered spaces, beautiful gardens, waterfalls tumbling into a pool that resembles a natural lake, the atmosphere thick with mountain air……furnished in natural tones giving a continuity with the exterior……. ’architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISSynthesis I Oct 01
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‘On well known Diagorou Street, in the heart of Nicosia, Pizza Express stands out for its simple and contemporary design ….. ‘architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISMUST DECO I 02
‘Natural tones, open space, natural materials. This house on the outskirts of Limassol departs from the classical path of luxury and connects with its surrounding environment by following the road to Mediterranean tradition…..’architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISIDEES I July 1999
THESIS DESIGN undertakes contract interior design projects such as hotels, restaurants and offices. The exclusive Columbia Beach Resort and Hotel at Pissouri, Cyprus
www.columbia-hotels.com
are just two examples of our total interior design service. We provide clients with a complete service including rapid quotes, professional advice on products, full furniture layouts, prompt delivery and excellent after sales care. We offer competitive pricing on a range of exclusive and standard products for the contract market, drawing on 4000 exclusive items from THESIS. Bespoke furniture and design can also be provided.207, St. Andrews Street, Limassol, CyprusContact:
design@thesis.com.cy
contract interior design service
‘The word ‘thesis’ means opinion, proposal, explanation for a particular subject or position. Many meanings, then, for a particular word, as many as are the services that THESIS offers its clients. can be found. In this unique environment of the old merchants house you can find furniture and artifacts with attitude, background and originality … ’MUST DECO I 08
thesis design in a restored merchant's house
….in this house overlooking the Mediterranean Diana Hadjikyriacou, with long experience in creating interiors, successfully combines the modern, ethnic and traditional to create a warm and relaxed retreat……’ architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design: THESISSynthesis I july 07
mediterranean temperament
‘In mountainous Lofou, architect Vakis Hadjikyriacou and interior designer Diana Hope have revived a beautiful house, dating from 1871 and created a special country house for all seasons ...’architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISSynthesis I 2000
with the warmth of another era
From a single room to a complete residence THESIS staff can offer advice on furniture curtains, upholstery and finishes. THESIS interiors include large residences, holiday homes and apartments. Completed projects include houses in Kamares Village, Aphrodite Hills, Amathus Beach, village houses in Lofou, Moniatis, Tochni and Kalavassos and apartments in Nicosia, Limassol and Pafos.contact
design@thesis.com.cy
consultations and furnishings
‘ Beautiful rooms with panoramic views, seaside tastes sprinkled with living sea salt and strong sunsets with a backdrop of the deep blue Mediterranean. These ingredients to absolute relaxation and happiness lie just a few kilometres from the noisy cities of this large island…’ architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISMUST DECO I 2006
don't dream of it...explore it
During the past 20 years THESIS has shipped to clients all over the world. From a single vase to a whole apartment we can arrange and expertlysupervise packing and forwarding services.contact
services@thesis.com.cy
worldwide delivery
‘This country house in Troodos is reminiscent of a byzantine chapel. The stone, the wood and the tiled roof belong firmly to the traditional architecture of the area. The heavy wooden entrance door reveals a warm retreat in calm tones, an antidote to the frenetic rhythms of the city…..’architect: Vakis Hadjikyriacou interior design THESISSynthesis I 100
peaceful sanctuary