Filoista

Filoista refers to a style of architecture characterized by the use of filo, a thin, unleavened dough. This dough is famously used in dishes like phyllo pie or baklava in culinary traditions. However, the term "filoista" has also been applied to architectural designs that mimic the layered, translucent, and delicate qualities of filo dough. Buildings described as filoista might feature thin, overlapping panels, often made of glass or metal, that create a sense of lightness and permeability. The visual effect is one of a structure that seems to be composed of many thin, flexible layers, allowing light to filter through and creating dynamic shadow patterns. This architectural approach prioritizes transparency and a fragile aesthetic, often contrasted with more solid, monolithic building forms. The term is not widely recognized in mainstream architectural discourse but appears in specific contexts to describe a particular visual and structural approach. Examples might include structures with extensive use of louvers, screens, or layered facades that evoke the appearance of filo. The emphasis is on achieving an ethereal and visually permeable quality in building design.