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Ü Athens

Giannis — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 14:43:33 +0000

This article by Giannis was published on ek magazine | Architectural Publications.

Ü Athens is a 37m² all-day café/bar, located in the center of Athens, in Kaisariani district. The Ü shape, logo of the store, derives from the quote “na hamogelas” which in Greek means “to smile” and reflects the store’s philosophy. The welcoming quote on the entrance of the store is loud and clear.

The main focus of the space is the minimalist side of forged cement. Colors, textures, and materials are inspired by this idea, updated with contemporary details.

Tiles create a strip that crosses through space and lines from LED lights create an ambient atmosphere, day, and night. As all the details matter, focal points are visible, like for example the electrical and ventilation network, that maintain the industrial character of the internal space.

The store can be entered either from the main entrance, or from the side entrance that has four folding doors. At the main entrance, a big window with a bench creates a vivid façade. Simple, playful, and versatile stools made of recycled plastic, custom made tables and benches made of inox and brass, create a welcoming seating area.

Branding details such as the movable LED signage and the iridescent sticker at the entrance door are subtle highlights amongst the cement surfaces.

Together the elements glow from within an elegantly restored architecture that evokes the atmosphere of a contemporary all-day space.

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Fatto a Mano

Giannis — Mon, 09 May 2022 09:48:50 +0000

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Situated in the center of Thessaloniki, among little shops, the new gelateria “Fatto a Mano” is ready to serve their customers with signature flavored ice-cream. Blending in with the surroundings and local architecture, the new space is underpinned by a minimal aesthetic. Having chosen a figurative approach in the design of both the exterior and interior of the space, with the natural based materials and the earthy tones dominating the space, the architects have steered clear of any decorative element allowing the premium gelato & pastries to showcase.

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Terrazza Aperol

Giannis — Fri, 17 Sep 2021 12:43:33 +0000

This article by Giannis was published on ek magazine | Architectural Publications.

The new Aperol bar and restaurant just opened in the heart of Venice, where a peculiar design concept drives to a new way of experiencing one of the city’s most characteristic rituals: the Italian aperitivo.

Measuring over 200 sqm (90 of which are outdoors), the restaurant-bar is housed in the spaces of a historic Venetian palace in Campo Santo Stefano, just a short distance from the Accademia Bridge. The interior combines Venetian values and the brand’s distinctive style, capturing all at once both Aperol’s century-long heritage and the contemporary spirit of the Aperol Spritz.

Terrazza Aperol is a fluid, interactive and dynamic space with 2 areas within that join together but have their own separate entrances: the “Bacaro” bar, a traditional space offering an authentic Venetian aperitivo, and the restaurant area. Both spaces blend seamlessly with the large 90-square-metre outdoor terrace that looks out onto Campo Santo Stefano.

For the interiors, traditional elements have been reinterpreted to bring the space into the 21st century. Venetian mirrors become digital monitors for sharing photos with other Aperol bars around the world. Hand-crafted stucco and wood flooring reclaimed from Venetian “bricole” (navigation poles from the lagoon) are combined with pops of orange. There is a mid-20th-century-inspired bar with 3D-produced recycled polycarbonate panels, and benches with classical forms are paired with neutral fabrics and contemporary style. In celebration of Aperol’s iconic color, the restaurant bar features plenty of orange details, from the edging of the seating and the orange bathroom to the shelves and mirrors. This orange “fil rouge” flows through the different spaces and gives a truly distinctive touch.

Vudafieri Saverino Partners

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