Modernizing tradition

Within a compact space of 34m², found at the intersection of Dionysiou Areopagitou and Tziraion streets, a store with modern aesthetic is created by incorporating layers of materials and textures, combined with classical elements.

 

Project Aim

The primary design challenge is to develop all the necessary functional zones, ensuring the best possible ergonomic utilization as well as providing seamless access for the public into the interior. In the past, the space hosted a souvenir shop and later, a coffee shop/restaurant and required many interventions in order to become operational.

The visibility towards the kitchen is fundamental element, since customers can select the choice of filling or coating for the traditional Greek delicacy ‘loukoumades’ which is the main selling product served in the shop. As a result, a narrow counter becomes the main workstation, hosting a coffee area, an ice-cream counter and finally, the traditional ‘loukoumades’ produce.

 

Material Palette

Drawing inspiration from its immediate context, the space is designed using clear lines and materials. A white marble counter, oak paneling, handmade white tiles and granite cladding on the exterior walls comprised the primary material palette. For the flooring, mosaic-like tiles were used, replicating the existing -and severely damaged- mosaic floor found on site.

 

Decorative Details

Decorative details in dark red elements -that follow the brand’s identity- combined with targeted and diffused lighting, create a performative setting that the customer or even the passerby can easily observe from outside. Finally, the store sign follows the areas’ tones and hues and is painted discretely in white.