Zoia Sapfous Distinction in the 10^th Biennale of Young Greek Architects

We are proud to announce the distinction of our project of Zoia Living in Sapfous, Kallithea in the 10^th Biennale of Young Greek Architects.

The transformation of an old industrial building into 24 fully furnished, modern micro-apartments has been completed almost a year ago and since then we are happy to have a lot of tenants on-boarded and a joyful community created in this neighborhood in Kallithea.

The smart and innovative concept and design of the project has been recognized by the Hellenic Institution of Architecture and has been awarded in the 10^th Biennale of Young Architects that was organized at the end of 2020.

Our special thanks to our architects, Barespace, and all our collaborators, that helped us bring this concept into life!

10th Biennale of Young Greek Architects

DISTINCTION:

micro-housing system in Kallithea, Attica

Barespace

Iannis Kandyliaris
Parina Vasilopoulou
Team: Anastasia Tsikli, Dimitra Mpouga, Vaia Giakintzi, Vasilis Spiliotis
E/M Design: Melcon / Ilias Argyros
Structural Consulting Konstantinos Sortikos
Construction: VITAEL
Design: 2019
construction: 2020

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ZOIA IWG PARTNERSHIP

Zoia in partnership with IWG, one of the world’s largest and well-known flexible office and co-working operators, are proud to present the new co-working center in Gazi area, Spaces Theanous.

The old textile factory, once used to produce shoes that became synonymous with sports in Greece in the 20th century, the Sportex, has been transformed into serviced offices.

The industrial history of the area which used to be the first source of electricity of the capital and houses other iconic factories of the past, such as Pavlidis factory, as well as the history of the asset itself is evident in the design of the upgraded building.

The blend of industrial minimalism, huge industrial screen walls, luxe modern furnishings and all the contemporary requirements of a working space, create a fresh new era of workspaces into the city.

Consisting of sunlit meeting rooms to more discreet private offices, it is ideal for start-ups, entrepreneurs and professionals who want in a dynamic, young work environment.

Spaces Theanous started its operations in May 2020 and it intends to become a landmark in the up-and-coming area of Gazi.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGN5J0Qw53Q

https://www.spacesworks.com/athens/theanous/

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