A Thousand Vines Hotel, Athens, Greece
The Hotel is located at Abelokipi, one of the most densely populated areas of Athens.
The name Abelokipi derives from the Greek words, “vineyard” and “garden”. Until the end of the 19th century, the region was covered with dense vegetation and fields with just a few rural residences and holiday villas.
Nestled within Abelokipi, one of Athens’ most densely woven urban fabrics, this hotel stands as a contemporary interpretation of the district's rich history and evolving identity. Rooted in the etymology of "vineyard" and "garden," the name Abelokipi recalls a bygone era when the area was a lush tapestry of verdant fields and sporadic rural retreats.
Following the post-World War II urban boom that transformed this landscape into a bustling hub of refuge and reinvention, Abelokipi today resonates as a vibrant, multicultural mosaic, home to locals, immigrants, and students alike.
Following the post-World War II urban boom that transformed this landscape into a bustling hub of refuge and reinvention, Abelokipi today resonates as a vibrant, multicultural mosaic, home to locals, immigrants, and students alike.
Location:
Athens, Greece
Year:
2018-2019
Type:
Hotel
Status:
Built
Size:
700 sqm
Athens, Greece
Year:
2018-2019
Type:
Hotel
Status:
Built
Size:
700 sqm
Architecturally, the building is conceived as a series of stacked volumes. Movable shutters on each terrace empower guests to tailor their environment, modulating sunlight and privacy with a simple gesture.
In a nod to the area's namesake, nature permeates the building at every level, acting as an interstitial weave that connects spaces and offers a verdant respite from the urban intensity.
On the ground level, the hotel engages directly with the city’s pulse.
