Location: Athens Status: Completed Year: 2020 Team: Louis Barault, Elisania Michalopoulou, Stella Mitsogianni, Anastasios Stavropoulos Photo Credits: Yiorgis Yerolymbos
Barault architects introduce a
fusion of Scandinavian design, contemporary materiality and texture palette in
order to completely redefine the interiors of a flat located at the center of
Athens. The intense focus in detailing and the bold choice of materials and
textures become the cornerstone of the synthetic process. The neutral
surface colours with the light oak flooring create the ideal background so the
breathtaking views and the carefully selected signature furniture items become
the calm protagonist of the scenery. The timeless austere aesthetic of
Scandinavian design along with mid century modern items are enriched through the
use of several materials such as walnut veneers, a collection of Greek marbles,
and the selective use of colors in several elements such as radiators, tiling
and woodwork finishes. Custom made steel frame glass partitions separate the
various living spaces. In the entrance hall, the Tinos marble flooring combined
with the «L» shaped walnut false ceiling and the dominant steel frame pivot
window, through a sharp contrast create an interesting welcoming ambience. In
the open-plan living area, the walnut reading nest by the large opening, the Mutto
design sofa, as well as the two retro Easy chairs by Grete Jalk integrate into
a relaxing whole. The iconic tulip table and the wishbone chairs lighted by the
Modo chandelier define the dining zone. In the study, the two long plywood
bookcases provide ample of space for the couple’s passion for books. In the
main bedroom, neutral tones and the absence of sharp contrasts provide an
atmosphere of serenity to the couple. In the bathroom and the WC, Greek marble
surfaces blend in with colorful wall tiling punctured by black fittings. While
veneered elements provide a balancing
warm tone. In the kitchen, Skyros marble surfaces mix and match with custom
made olive green cabinets, walnut veneered open shelves and brass finishes.
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