Following the success of Numo Ierapetra in Crete, Numo Hotels & Resorts has introduced its second project, this time in the Cyclades. Numo Mykonos will debut in Q2 2024 on the east of the island, at Kalafati.  

The hotel continues Numo‘s core design philosophy, inspired by the locale, nature and traditional materials, as well as the authentic, carefree era of the ‘60s and ‘70s that shaped the island’s DNA. Housed in an authentic Mykonian building, the space has been respectfully remodelled to preserve and highlight traditional Cycladic elements; seen in its curves, the stone-built main arch at the reception, traditional built-in lounges and striped floors in the guestrooms. The building’s history and architecture provided the main guidelines for interior designer and Creative Director Ioanna Mitropoulou and her office Hotel IM, who renovated the hotel in collaboration with architectural firm What The Studio by Marianthi Tsomlektsi and Simos Antoniadis.  

“In the common areas, the design is unified and extroverted, making the overall experience appealing, as if a good friend is welcoming you to his private villa,” explains Mitropoulou. “The minimalist Cycladic design was enhanced with new techniques, using traditional, local materials such as plaster and granite dust in new applications by local craftsmen. Marble from all over Greece played a significant role in enhancing the spaces, and we find it in various textures and colours, such as the green Pocahontas from Argos at the statement reception desk, the green marble of Tinos around the main pool, and the yellow marble of Thebes in the bedroom sinks.” 

Unique touches can be seen across the property, such as handmade lighting fixtures made from reeds and rattan, crafted by Cretian artisans and inspired by straw hats with large brims. Other design details include handmade Chamotte tiles by Patricia Urquiola for Mutina at the Màre Màre pool bar, and the Italian ‘clostrà’, ceramic coverings that provide privacy and shade in gardens and balconies. Paths to guestrooms pass through small gardens with low vegetation from Cycladic grasses like golden stipa. 

The resort comprises 27 guestrooms, all featuring black and white striped marble floors, statement brass light fixtures, decorative objects selected by ceramic workshops in the Cyclades, and built-in beds and sitting areas inspired by traditional Mykonian architecture. Guestroom colour palettes fuse together the emerald and blue-green shades of the Kalafati waters with the golden tones of the sand, while bold strokes of orange and terracotta evoke the island’s sunsets.  

Spyros Kouris, Managing Director and Partner at Numo Hotels & Resorts, comments: “Numo Mykonos is our next significant step. As with Numo Ierapetra, our goal is to redefine unique locations, creating strong ties with the respective communities while bringing out their best. We chose the island of Mykonos, one of the most popular destinations in the world, to leave our creative mark while simultaneously showcasing the Numo brand’s personality to a demanding yet dynamic audience.”