{"id":97782,"date":"2025-01-11T17:08:02","date_gmt":"2025-01-11T15:08:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/artviews.gr\/?p=97782"},"modified":"2025-01-13T20:53:32","modified_gmt":"2025-01-13T18:53:32","slug":"sebastien-delen-ten-years-anniversary-of-villa-aphaia-on-aegina","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/artviews.gr\/en\/sebastien-delen-ten-years-anniversary-of-villa-aphaia-on-aegina\/","title":{"rendered":"S\u00e9bastien Delen : Ten years anniversary of Villa Aphaia on Aegina\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

By<\/span> Zeta Tzioti<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Our recent visit to the romantic island of Aegina, and specifically to the Aphaia Villa<\/a> of S\u00e9bastien Delen, combined aesthetics with art.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

The Aphaia Villa<\/a>, known for its unique architecture and exceptional location, is a destination that attracts visitors who appreciate contemporary art and the natural beauty of the island.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

The space is not just a place to stay but also a small cultural hub where contemporary art harmoniously blends with genuine Greek hospitality. The villa, with its minimalist aesthetic, perfectly complements the tranquility of Aegina\u2019s landscape, offering an experience that goes beyond traditional accommodation.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The villa’s exceptional view and its strategic location between Aegina and Perdika make it a great base for exploring all parts of the island.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

S\u00e9bastien, the owner of the villa and a lover of art <\/span>(www.villaaphea.gr<\/a>),<\/span><\/b> hails from France, specifically from Brittany, a northern region of France by the Atlantic Ocean.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In our interview, he expresses his desire for Aphaia Villa to become a space for art and well-being on the beautiful Greek island of Aegina. This space also houses the Aphaia Gallery, featuring stunning works of art.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Villa Aphea<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

–<\/span><\/b>S\u00e9bastien,<\/strong> how did you come up with a decision to move from France to Greece?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

-After a 25-year career in Easter Europe, travelling all over the globe, we thought it was a proper time to search for a nice house where we could rest and enjoy weekends, vacations with all the family, and eventually to retire at some point.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We visited several countries and islands all around the <\/span>Mediterranean Sea<\/span>, and when we discovered Aegina, we immediately fell <\/span>in love. Aegina <\/span>has all what we were looking for! A beautiful island with amazing crystal waters, and yet still not too touristic. Ancestral<\/span> trekking paths and roads for outdoor sport activities, and proximity to Athens and the airport, makes it an easy access point from anywhere in Europe.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Villa Aphea<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

-You have a luxurious Villa in Aegina with a special space dedicated for art, the \u201c<\/span><\/b>APHAIA GALLERY<\/span><\/b>\u201d. What is the concept? How did you decide to create it?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

-When we found the villa, we quickly realized that we would need support to design and personalize it.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We were lucky to find amazing artists who joined us o<\/span>n Aegina and<\/span> were inspired to create art pieces that <\/span>gave<\/span> a special touch and atmosphere to Villa Aphea.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Cons<\/span>idering the amount of work input, we thought it would be nice to organize a small \u201copening\u201d, a<\/span> vernissage<\/span>, so that the four artists could expose their work. That event became unexpectedly a viral event with much interest, many guests and very positive feedback about the art works and the villa itself.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Ten years passed since we bought Villa Aphea. Ten years of meeting amazing<\/span> artist<\/span>s who were inspired by the villa and its setting. Ten years of interaction with art. It was time again to organize a new exposition for a 10-year anniversary of the villa<\/a> and to open a gallery so all creations can be exposed properly.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Villa Aphea<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

-What does art mean to you?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

-After 20 years plus of working in the video game industry, I had a chance to interact with very creative talents, including 2D and 3D artists.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Art became naturally a subject of interest. With Villa Aphea construction, having this close interaction with the artistic creative process, art and interior design became a passion. Love for art became a reality, with a specific focus on contemporary art.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In the last 10 years, I have created a collection of art works and opened a gallery that will give an opportunity to expose new artists who will consider joining future art residencies and art retreats, with a purpose to promote artistic creative process and the arts in general.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

-Which artists are hosted in your GALLERY?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

–<\/span><\/b>Many artists from Greece, France, Romania such as<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n