Located in the heart of Kypseli, one of the most historic urban areas of Athens, this floor-through apartment occupies the first level of an iconic building designed and constructed in the 1920s in accordance with the incomparable architectural style of eclecticism. In a neighborhood that reflects the subtle glam of the old middle and upper-class Athenian spirit, this elaborately renovated and understatedly luxurious 220m2 property is a tribute to the kind of high-end living and style usually associated with the emblematic apartment houses of New York’s Upper East Side or the aristocratic flats on the 7th arrondissement of Paris.
The house was originally built for the family of a wealthy Greek industrialist of the previous century, which explains many of its rare and inherent features, such as the 5m high ceilings, the intricate plaster motifs and the genius overall layout offering easy access to all spaces and a soothing, flowing sense of comfort. The apartment’s recent renovation employed the most premium materials and appliances in the market -chevron wood flooring, exquisite Greek marbles, internet of things, state-of-the-art heating and cooling technology- and resulted in a sui generis combination of retro aesthetics, timeless beauty and modern convenience.
A perfectly preserved one century old wooden staircase, two reception rooms (living rooms), a dining area, a master bedroom with a walk-in bathroom, a guestroom and a guest bathroom, a library, a kitchen and a pantry constitute parts of a functional home synthesis that blends practicality with fine craftsmanship and unique taste. Furthermore, upscale custom-made creations like the one-of-a-kind closet, the Japanese wallpaper and the boiseries gracing the walls give the house an eye-pleasing added value, while lavish bits and pieces -from designer furniture and light fixtures to hip ceiling fans and memorabilia/works of art- bless every single space with a careful touch of arty elegance. THE UPPER HOUSE is the epitome of a modern house experience, grounded in the finest aesthetic principles of a glorious past.
