this is the athens riviera – a prime strip of real estate that encapsulates everything you would expect to find in such a prestigiously-named destination. from the affluent lifestyle to the air of bon viveur, life on the riviera is lined by exotic palm trees, chic seafront watering holes and thumping night clubs, making it a popular summer spot. home to mega yachts, designer coffee shops and stylish eateries, it is the closest thing you can get to being on mykonos whilst still on the mainland.
floisvos marina at faliron is a mere ten minutes from the centre and draws you into that relaxed, dizzy sense of hedonism. kalamaki just down the road is a favourite with swimmers, clubbers and mojito lovers, with its wide variety of beach clubs and international dj parties. but that true riviera feel really begin s when you drive just a few kilometres further along the coast to glyfada, a smart suburb and all year round ‘resort’. unofficially known as ‘the hamptons’, here you will find exclusive villas and all the designer labels you can afford, with dressed-to-impress shoppers hanging out in the celebrity-owned coffee shops. venture on to voula, darling of the organised beach crowd, where adrenalin-pumping water sports, designer beachwear and sophisticated cocktails are just a must.
its neighbour vouliagmeni boasts a popular marina and the oh so exclusive astir beach, where waterfront hotels and the soon-to-open four seasons make this ‘the place to be’. do the coastal cruise in a cabriolet, enjoying the winding road to aghia marina and think capri or amalfi, but even more stunning
positioned in voula, a short walk from the shoreline and the centre of glyfada, this second-floor apartment brings together clean contemporary architecture and the slower rhythm of the athens riviera. the building’s sculptural façade, defined by deep horizontal lines and planted terraces, creates both privacy and shade while softening the strong mediterranean light throughout the day.
the apartment extends across 181 sqm (1,948 sq.ft.) and has been designed around openness and continuity between the interior spaces and the large veranda beyond. full-height sliding glass panels draw natural light deep into the reception areas, while wide oak flooring and pale stone finishes create a restrained, calm atmosphere throughout the home.
the principal living and dining area opens directly onto the terrace, allowing the exterior spaces to function as a natural extension of the interior during the warmer months. soft neutral materials, concealed lighting and carefully integrated detailing give the apartment a quiet architectural clarity rather than decorative excess. in the early evening, the last light reaches across the terrace planting and into the main living space.
the layout currently accommodates three bedrooms and four bathrooms, with the flexibility to configure a fourth bedroom if required. the principal suite has been designed with generous proportions and integrated storage, while the bathrooms continue the same palette of warm stone, timber and soft indirect lighting seen throughout the residence.
practical spaces, including a service room, laundry area, storage and two private parking spaces, have been discreetly incorporated into the lower level of the building, allowing the main apartment to remain focused on light, openness and flow.
located five minutes from voula beach and approximately ten minutes on foot from the restaurants, cafés and boutiques of central glyfada, the property combines a residential setting with immediate access to the coastline and the wider athens riviera.
