Konstantinos Trimmis

The first case study project of DIORAMAS, EVOKE: Exploring Vythoulas Origins in Kythera Environs, focuses on one of the most remarkable and least understood archaeological landscapes of northern Kythera: Vythoulas. Located northeast of the modern market village of Potamos and above the Agia Pelagia harbour, the hills of Vythoulas overlook the straits between Kythera and the Peloponnese. It is a landscape where geology, movement, farming, settlement, and memory meet. Its name, meaning “sunken...

DIORAMAS begins from a simple but urgent observation: the relationships between the Mediterranean countries and Australia are not only historical or emotional. They are also environmental, cultural, educational, and practical. Across the Mediterranean, islands are facing growing pressure from tourism development, climate change, water scarcity, and land abandonment. Greece is no exception. The rapid expansion of tourist infrastructure has increased demands on already limited water...

Australia and the Mediterranean may seem worlds apart, yet they share a rich tapestry of cultural, economic, and environmental connections. As globalisation continues to shape our world, understanding these connections becomes increasingly important. This blog post explores the synergies between these two regions, highlighting their shared interests, challenges, and need for closer collaboration. A palimpsest of a historically rich Mediterranean landscape from the Greek Island of Amorgos,...