Situated in the northern suburbs of Athens, Greece, the Scale House by Kipseli Architects is a captivating three-storey villa that reinterprets the classic house archetype. Designed in 2023, this contemporary residence showcases a harmonious balance between necessity and desire, blending exposed concrete and charred wood with a sense of spatial hierarchy and order.

About Scale House
Kipseli Architects proudly unveils their latest creation, the Scale House. Nestled in the northern suburbs of Athens, Greece, this stunning three-story villa is a testament to the harmonious balance between desire and necessity, comfort and luxury.
Redefining the Classic House Archetype
The Scale House’s design narrative revolves around the reinterpretation of the traditional house archetype. Comprising three distinct volumes, each serving a specific purpose, the residence exudes a clear sense of spatial hierarchy and order. The smaller volumes at the front and rear accommodate the entrance lobby, bedrooms, and family spaces, while the central, proportionally larger volume houses the double-height living area, master bedroom, and bathroom. Captivating Interplay of Form and Space
The juxtaposition of concrete volumes, black metal-outlined window frames, pitched rooftops, and charred wood balconies creates an engaging interplay of form and space. This architectural composition evokes a contemporary village fragment within the cityscape, blending the familiar with the mode...