Stoa of Spiromilios
Stoa of Spiromilios combines Interwar Art Deco with contemporary design.
Modern and Contemporary era (1821 - )
2003 Renovation.
Ottoman era (1453- 1821)
Byzantine era (331 AC- 1453)
Roman era (30 BC- 330 AC)
Hellenistic era (322- 31 BC)
Classical era (478-323 BC)
Archaic era (800-479 BC)
Geometric era (-1100- 800 BC)
Prehistory (-1100 BC)
What I can see
As recently as a few years ago, passing through the Stoa of Spyromilios was considered very dangerous. Its “resurrection” started thanks to the firm of Giannis Kizis, which masterfully combined an Art Deco glass ceiling with a path lit during the evening hours, which symbolizes the water flowing underneath the ground. This harmonious relationship between interwar Art Deco and contemporary design contributed to its success, housing shops and hosting cultural events.
What I can't see
The symbolism of water flowing underneath the building is also connected with the history of Voukourestiou Street, which in the 19th century was a stream of Lycabettus called “Chezopotamo” (=river of shit) or “Anchesmos” because of pollution from local industry. Today it has some of the most expensive shops in the city. The name of the arcade comes from the Greek Revolution military fighter and politician, Spyros Spyromilios.
Info
- Address: 3 Voukourestiou St.
Bibliography
http://www.ethnos.gr/article.asp?catid=22733&subid=2&pubid=92437
Last visit 6/6/2013
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