Famous Greek Architects: Gekko Concepts

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Gekko Concepts is an interior design studio based in Athens, and they are known for their outstanding residential, commercial, and hotel spaces. The team thinks of creative experimentation as the driving force. Gekko Concepts’ philosophy is client-centric.

The Ecali Club Meeting Room

Gekko Concepts Philosophy

They make it a priority to interpret and transform the client’s needs and vision into a design solution which fits exactly for them. Gekko Concepts focuses on the integration of aesthetics, functionality, quality, and attention to detail, and seeks to bring an identity to every project.

Gekko Concepts also specializes in site-specific installations, as well as bespoke furniture design and constructions, characterized by unsurpassed quality and meticulous attention to detail. 

 

The Ecali Club Meeting Room

Gekko Concepts Founder: Clio Gkeka

After completing her studies in French Literature and History of Art at L’Universite de Sorbonne (Paris IV), Clio enjoyed a career in the educational sector. Inspired by her appetite for design and all things creative, she pursued a degree in Interior Design and Decoration.

 

Since then, Clio’s expertise and visionary creative thinking have helped her establish herself in the design field. After working for 15 years as a freelance designer, in 2014, she founded Gekko Concepts. Her creativity helps her to think outside the box and bring unique concepts to life, taking into account the needs and vision of each client.

 

Left: Gekko Concepts Founder Clio Gkeka | Right: The Ecali Club Meeting Room

Interview with Clio Gkeka

What Differentiates Gekko Concepts From Other Designers in Greece?

Our company focuses on storytelling and keeps a close eye on what is going on worldwide in the world of design. We visit a variety of exhibitions and focus on an attention to detail that is hard to find elsewhere. 

 

Also, the Gekko Concepts team does not impose themselves on the customer, but instead lets the customer guide the projects. Stemming from my personal philosophy, our modus vivendi is to not fully impose ourselves on the customer, rather to let their personalities speak in the designs we create.                                                   

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What are Your Hopes for the Future of Gekko Concepts?

We see Gekko Concepts succeeding for the foreseeable future, and we can see a steady growth over the next few years. We also plan to expand into the product design market by helping create new series of products with novel globally sustainable materials. There is no way to predict exactly what the future will be. However, through forecasting and trend analysis we can have a good grasp of tendencies to come.

 

What are Your Predictions for the Future of Interior Design in Greece?

There is big room for growth for the Interior Design business in Greece, in the hotel and vacation home markets. Also, there is room for growth in the renovation of old apartments and in new product design, a trend that has become more and more prevalent since the pandemic.

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Gekko Concepts Projects

The Ecali Club Meeting Room

This project is a blend of modernity and old fashion aristocracy. Located in the prestigious Ecali Club in Athens, and the newly transformed meeting room has traditional charm and contemporary elegance. The remodeled space is born from a rustic room, where the original wooden roof, though unable to be fully restored, has been transformed with a white paint finish.

The southeastern wall, draped in gold-onyx tiles, emphasizes the details of the work of renowned Greek painter Ioannis Gaitis, which is featured on the turquoise side wall. This thoughtful arrangement adds a pop of color and enhances the room’s visual appeal. The curated furnishings, including an oak-wood meeting table with plush orange leather chairs, combine sophistication and comfort.

The Ecali Club Meeting Room

An oak-wood bookcase and a restored antique oak-wood buffet add a touch of charm, and the small relaxation area, with a modern Italian-style sofa, armchairs, and two rounded coffee tables, gives an inviting space for members to unwind and engage in casual conversations. The new meeting room for Ecali is the perfect balance between tradition and innovation, creating an atmosphere for productive discussions and memorable experiences.

The Ecali Club Meeting Room

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In the neighbourhood of Voula in Athens, Greece, Gekko Concepts, led by founder Clio Gkeka, transformed a newly purchased villa into the family’s dream home. The project, named “Dreamscape Reverie” after its concept, created a personalized, functional living space for a family of five.

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The unique layout of the villa, with multiple levels even on the same floors, created a challenge. Gekko Concepts addressed this by introducing bespoke works that served as both storage spaces and dividers, ensuring a seamless flow throughout the home while maintaining privacy and individuality for each family member.

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In this captivating transformation, Gekko Concepts introduced a double paint effect throughout the house, with the upper half of the walls adorned in an off-white hue and the lower half in faded pink. This visual choice adds depth and character to the space. The main living room and dining area showcase furniture in earthy tones such as green and beige, complemented by oak wood and vibrant accents in pillows and artwork.

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