LIKNON by K-Studio – A Living Museum in the Vineyards of Samos

Set within the fertile landscapes of Samos, Greece, LIKNON by K-Studio is not just a museum, but an immersive cultural and architectural experience. Designed in 2022, the project pays homage to the Metaxa brand’s roots, located in a historic vineyard where the island’s world-renowned sweet muscat grapes are cultivated.

Instead of a conventional museum building, LIKNON unfolds as a landscape architecture project, blurring the lines between built form and nature. Inspired by the dry stone terraces that define the vineyard’s terrain, the design integrates seamlessly into the valley beneath the village of Vourliotes. The architecture borrows from the rugged beauty of the productive landscape, creating a space that feels timeless yet deeply rooted in local tradition.

At LIKNON, the vine itself becomes the protagonist. Visitors are guided through a walkthrough narrative that winds across plateaus, beneath vines, and into subterranean chambers, where they engage with the brand’s heritage through interactive storytelling and sensory activations. This journey allows for an exploration not just of the vineyard but also of Metaxa’s evolving identity, from its historic origins to experimental new practices and contemporary flavors.

The architectural approach emphasizes material authenticity—stone, brick, and timber echo the textures of the landscape, while the design maintains a respectful dialogue with the surrounding environment. The result is an experiential museum landscape that celebrates both Greek winemaking traditions and modern brand storytelling, offering a multi-sensory encounter with place, culture, and craft.

By merging architecture, landscape, and heritage, K-Studio has created a landmark destination where visitors can reconnect with the origins of one of Greece’s most iconic spirits. LIKNON stands as a cultural bridge—an innovative museum that is not built to be looked at, but to be lived in, walked through, and remembered.

All Photographs are works of  Claus Brechenmacher & Reiner Baumann, Nikos Daniilidis