Small Apartment Inspired by Textures of Athens, 50sqm/538sqft

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Inspired by the marble of the Panathenaic Stadium, the steel detailing of the Acropolis Museum, and the deep blue Athenian sky, the renovation of this top-floor 1960s apartment balances history, colour, and contemporary design. Designed by architect Elli Athanasiadou of Space Is Around Us, the reimagined layout merges kitchen, dining, and living areas into one open space, defined by a bold blue feature volume and white marble kitchen surfaces. Built-in cabinetry, integrated seating, and fluted glass windows enhance light, privacy, and storage, while exposed concrete columns and vintage-style fixtures subtly nod to the apartment’s mid-century origins. In the bedroom, a wall-to-wall wardrobe and lift-up bed maximise space without clutter, while a spacious terrace overlooking Athens’ two hills extends the living area, complete with a Jacuzzi, custom seating, and retractable awning. The result is a serene urban retreat that channels the city’s ancient spirit through modern design and timeless materials.

00:00-00:35 Introduction
00:35-01:08 Location
01:08-03:21 Floor Plan
03:21-04:30 Entrance
04:30-05:33 Living Area
05:33-06:26 Kitchen
06:26-07:05 Dining Area
07:05-08:02 Bathroom
08:02-09:02 Bedroom
09:02-10:00 Balcony
10:00-10:37 Conclusion

Read our top 6 favourite clever design details from this apartment: https://www.nevertoosmall.com/post/things-we-love-about-kyano-athens

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Ep 243
Project Name: Kyano
Architect: Space Is Around Us
https://www.spaceisaroundus.com/
https://www.instagram.com/spaceisaroundus

Produced by New Mac Video Agency
Creator: Colin Chee
Producer: Lindsay Barnard
Director: Nam Tran
Assistant Director: Julieta Duchovny
Cinematographer & Editor: Sebby T
Music: Artlist.io
Soft Sand by MEOD
Reflection Lake by Ariel Shalom
First Day of Fall by Aves
Still Awake by Less Gravity

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