On the captivating island of Syros, the “Lady of the Aegean”, where Cycladic culture coexists with medieval charm and neoclassical elegance, you often have the impression that time has stopped and you are back in the days of the Venetians and the pirates. This is why, when constructing a new building, one has a great responsibility: to be faithful to the tradition and the aristocratic aura that have characterized this unique architectural environment for centuries. This spacious and functional country house, built on a smooth hillside with an unlimited view of the sea, thanks to its natural building materials and its discreet colours seems to be a natural part of the serene landscape that surrounds it. PROLAT had the ideal solution for the exterior surfaces: quartz mosaic, a material that is known to exhibit an outstanding mechanical strength, does not require maintenance and is available in a rich variety of colours. PROLAT has contributed creatively to the interior of this impressive house as well, with an original and very practical Betocore table that has a concrete appearance and texture, but is very light and easy to move. Its minimalistic design and mild colour shades add a modern touch to the room and are particularly restful to the eye. The final result offers what we all desperately need both in our everyday life and when we are on holiday: class, comfort and peace.

City life can be exhausting and everybody wishes for an antidote to monotony and fatigue. Fortunately, even in the chaos of a metropolis, you can always discover small oases that can offer you a valuable break from the stress and pressure of everyday life; for instance, hangouts with authentic Italian cuisine reminding of homemade food at its best… such as Casa di Rena, in Kifissia, Athens. Before you lose yourself in the magic of its delicious choices, you have the chance to relax in its warm and friendly environment. PROLAT has decisively contributed to the creation of this attractive environment: apart from Lavaplaster, which has been used in the modern bathrooms of the restaurant, PROLAT has also coated all floors, both exterior and interior, with quartz mosaic, a material known for its high quality and versatility. The result is a functional and tasteful uninterrupted surface with no joints. The specific floor coating material, thanks to its quartz content, is particularly wear-resistant and suitable for all sorts of hard use. In addition, it is not affected by ordinary household chemicals and cleaning agents, therefore it is very easy to mop and clean. Modern life is challenging and hectic; hospitable corners like Casa di Rena make it more pleasant. And quality products like those of PROLAT thankfully make it easier!

No matter how popular and convenient unisex hair salons are today, for a man nothing compares to the old time charm emanated by a classical gentlemen-only barber shop. “Barber Rules”, a barber shop in Halandri, Athens, designed and constructed under the supervision of the architect Constantinos Metaxas, welcomes its select clients to a spacious and particularly atmospheric space characterized by austere, clean lines and details attractive to an exclusively male clientele, such as black leather seats, dark relaxing colours and decorative bricks on the wall. Besides using the decorative bricks, PROLAT has contributed significantly to the exquisite aesthetic result creating a chessboard effect on the floor with Lavaplaster in two different colours. PROLAT Lavaplaster and concrete boards have also been used on the door. “Barber Rules” combines modern comfort and vast personnel experience with classical quality, proving that certain values are indeed timeless. And that certain traditions are here to stay…

What could possibly metamorphose a mere neighborhood photography studio to an impressive outstanding place of artistic inspiration and creation? The architectural bureau KORDAS Architects, responsible for the design and the construction supervision of PhotoWorld, the photo studio of multiple award-winning photographer Maria Xanthopoulou in Metamorphosis, Athens, and PROLAT, with its a rich variety of quality, versatile and durable products, have joined forces to make it happen. The ergonomic layout, the clean, austere lines and the cool, refreshing colours create a friendly and attractive environment. PROLAT has used Lavaplaster on the floors, contributing to an impression of open, uninterrupted spaces that makes work and customer reception areas look more spacious and lighter. And stressing once again that there is always beauty in simplicity!