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Intervention in Kerameikos, Athens (Sep.2014)


Panoramic view of the area after the intervention.
 
The object of this project was a modern architectural intervention in one of the most important archaeological sites of Athens, Kerameikos, the ancient cemetery. We had to design laboratories for the archaelogists  to work and warehouses for the findings which are not exhibited yet inside Kerameikos and a visitors' center just next to it. Both parts would be open to visitors, a kind of museum. The area is a patchwork of different eras, from ancient to modern times. The archaeological site is much lower than the modern city.
Plans
We wanted to manage the two parts as a whole and redesign the existing square with the excellent view to the site. In our solution we combine to systems of axis, one originating from the urban tissu and one from an important ancient axis, Dimosio Sima, and two modern materials, concrete and steel. The two pairs of concrete walls create two yards which are on the same level and are connected through an underground passage. These walls create a clear boundary between the building and its surroundings and distinguish outdoor and indoor spaces. They are connected with light metal and wooden structures which also form the main spaces of the buildings.
North-west elevation
South-east elevation
Section B-B
Section D-D
The yard between the warehouses and the laboratories.
Inside a laboratory.
The warehouses are semi-underground declaring the strong connection between the earth and the findings. The yard for the visitors and the yard with the laboratories for the archaeologists are separated so as the latter work undisturbed having a great view to the site.  
The yard outside the visitors' center.
Foyer

Inside the auditorium.
 
The visitors' center includes a auditorium with foyer and a library. It can be open even when the rest of the site is closed to the public. It can be reached through the redesigned square, which helps the visitors to get closer to the site and stand for a while having an excellent view.   
Photos of the models
In co-operation with Pinelopi Pappa.
Professor: Dina Demiri
Intervention in Kerameikos, Athens (Sep.2014)
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