Aigli Zappeiou, a historic cafe in Athens, has been revitalized by Neiheiser Argyros and Esé studio. The architects aimed to enhance Aigli's role as a vital public space. The transformation includes the introduction of two venues, the Aigli All-Day Café and Aigli Restaurant, designed with a focus on material history and contemporary culture. Elements like green marble and indoor planters connect the cafe with nature, while a long marble bar serves as a central feature, fostering a lively atmosphere.
Neiheiser Argyros and Esé studio transform Aigli Zappeiou, a historic 1904 café located in the National Gardens of Athens, aiming to revive its role not just as a place to eat or gather, but as an inclusive space for multiple forms of public life.
The design team approached the task like archaeologists, closely reading the layers of material history, and like sociologists, attuned to contemporary Athenian culture.
Inside the Aigli All-Day Café, the designers use simple elements to create a warm and grounded atmosphere. Green marble from Tinos wraps the lower parts of the walls, giving the space a tactile, earthy character.
The design also opens up the back of the building to reconnect with the National Gardens, letting in light and views that were previously blocked.
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