This contemporary home by Konstantinos Stathopoulos ofKRAK Architectsis as dramatic as the site it is designed for.

Rendered in the Greek island of Crete, theCasa Katanamimics the angular forms found on the rocky coast.

The architect used aerodynamics to inform the carving of the structure after studying intense northwest winds.

Aerial View of Casa Katana by KRAK. Architects

The architect proposes a mixture made from local aggregates and treated to mimic the surroundings.

The only reprieve from the warm palette is a large pool area that overlooks the coast of Crete.

The architect used aerodynamics to inform the carving of the structure after studying intense northwest winds.

Detail of Casa Katana by KRAK. Architects

Casa Katana by KRAK. Architects

Aerial View of Casa Katana by KRAK. Architects

Casa Katana by KRAK. Architects

Detail of Casa Katana by KRAK. Architects

Interior of Casa Katana by KRAK. Architects

Inteerior of Casa Katana by KRAK. Architects

Aerial View of Casa Katana by KRAK. Architects

Casa Katana by KRAK. Architects