Chiton, Athens, Greece
The project involved the redesign and change of use of an office building into residential apartments suitable for short and long term lease.
The existing façades required a complete overhaul, incorporating a new lightweight cladding system that would envelop the building.
The design concept draws inspiration from the ancient Greek "Chiton," reimagining this traditional garment through a series of linear, unfolding lightweight panels that emulate the draping and folds of the historical attire along the building’s elevations.
The existing façades required a complete overhaul, incorporating a new lightweight cladding system that would envelop the building.
The design concept draws inspiration from the ancient Greek "Chiton," reimagining this traditional garment through a series of linear, unfolding lightweight panels that emulate the draping and folds of the historical attire along the building’s elevations.
Location:
Athens, Greece
Type:
Hospitality
Year:
2024
Status:
In progress
Size:
1500 sqm
Athens, Greece
Type:
Hospitality
Year:
2024
Status:
In progress
Size:
1500 sqm
The sculptural panels are not merely aesthetic; they play a functional role by incorporating outdoor spaces, such as balconies, into the design, offering both shading and weather protection.
Inside, the apartments feature minimalistic white interiors, creating a serene and airy atmosphere that emphasizes simplicity and light.
The ground floor was designed to offer new residential spaces, by recessing the building from the street and adding dense vegetation.