KRYSTALLOS / Maysa A. Mansour
A Cultural Haven to Reconnect Tourists with Sinasos
This project envisions a cultural tourism groundscraper in Sinasos that blends seamlessly into its urban fabric while celebrating its historical and natural heritage. Anchored by the Maraşoğlu Bridge as a symbolic and strategic extension, Krystallos serves as a modern twin to this historic landmark, bridging the past and present. Inspired by the city’s rich traditions, the design incorporates experiential spaces for meditation, wool spinning, and traditional dances, offering visitors a unique time-travel tourism. Using printed glass panels for privacy and light reflection, the structure reflects its cultural surroundings while balancing the transition from past to future. Rooted in sustainability and cultural immersion, Krystallos invites tourists to rediscover Greek heritage through eco-trails and authentic local experiences.
