Bestseller | Fashion Company in Kifissia

Distinct levels

The proposal focuses on the aesthetic and functional enhancement of an existing building, transforming it into modern offices and showrooms for an international fashion company. As part of a broader strategic development plan, the project seamlessly integrates architectural innovation with bioclimatic principles, creating a striking and sustainable design.

Design Philosophy

The primary design objective was to create a flexible workplace that fosters employee well-being. To accommodate the project’s new functional requirements, enclosed spaces were added to the existing structure, either as horizontal extensions or vertical additions.

The new building mass follows an ‘aggregated’ approach, integrating seamlessly with the existing architectural composition. This strategy not only completes the original structure but also introduces a fresh typology, where each floor is distinct and independent, either recessed or projecting. This new typology shifts the scale of the building towards an ‘office neighborhood’ rather than a conventional office complex. Open spaces on the upper levels reinforce this concept, with the central atrium playing a more prominent role in enhancing connectivity and spatial fluidity.

Functional Layout

The atrium spans the second and third floors, serving as the focal point of a spatial sequence that extends from the interior of the second floor to the planted area of the third floor and the rooftop. At its highest point, the roof offers unobstructed views of Parnitha. This design ensures visual continuity between levels, acting as a transition point from enclosed to open spaces and fostering social interaction, collaboration, and a connection to nature within an area characterized by its strong industrial identity.

The central entrance is positioned along a diagonal axis, seamlessly extending into the floor above. Inside, strategic notches in the slabs create double-height zones between the showrooms, enhancing visual connectivity between floors and reinforcing the perception of a unified, expansive space. The communal areas feature continuous marble flooring and wood-paneled ceilings, adding a sense of elegance and cohesion to the interior.

Sustainable Approach

Beneath the planted roof, an internal loft has been designed to house office spaces. The building features a rooftop garden, spacious terraces, landscaped ground-level gardens, bicycle facilities, and ample parking. Distinguished by its high energy efficiency and bioclimatic design, the project reflects the company’s commitment to sustainable development. With LEED GOLD certification, it incorporates advanced pollutant management strategies, supports electric vehicle charging, and minimizes light pollution, contributing to environmental preservation.