IT’S IN THE NAME

How a small hotel in the touristy city of Athens has obtained particularly happy clients.

经过测试与验证

这家精品酒店位于希腊首都科卡基地区，坐落于令人印象深刻的雅典主城的脚下，与同区域的米色建筑无缝融合在一条安静的树木铺设的街道上。这家酒店被称为 "Great Living Apartments"，它散发着一定程度的自信。在酒店开业之际，业主想必对自己打造的成果深信不疑，或许也深信语言的力量。

“美好生活 (great living)”的承诺确实名不虚传。至少，这就是数百位客人在入住酒店后留下的评价。“公寓非常温馨——很喜欢这里的装饰”、“舒适宽敞的避世之所”、“这可能是我预订过最划算的住宿”、“它兼具酒店的诸多优势，同时又给人宾至如归的特别优待”。在项目完工六年后的今天回顾，这家酒店似乎确实做对了什么。

A strong foundation

‘Partnering with BoConcept from the start gave us a strong foundation. BoConcept furniture is timeless, functional and value for money and it’s been key to our success over the past six years’, says Hotel Manager, Yannis Aristidou, expressing his belief in the importance of implementing durable design furniture. Aristidou is convinced that the furniture choice has had a direct influence on the fact that the hotel is always fully booked. Nikos Fokianos, BoConcept’s local partner in Athens, has been in charge of handling the project, adapting the selection of furniture with the concept idea and aligning the wishes from the owner and the interior architects. ‘We have been there to bridge aesthetics and budget’, says Fokianos.

An openness to listen

Coming back to the hotel name, it seems that, already from the start, a lot of thought went into what type of experience the hotel owners wanted to offer their guests. That kind of openness towards clients’ interests is something they share with BoConcept; the value of listening to the market and responding with something qualitative and long-lasting. ‘BoConcept’s balance of aesthetics and durability perfectly fits to our guests’ expectations. Our focus is on offering an excellent experience to our guests,’ adds Aristidou.

Charm and elegance

Set in an elegant and discrete building, the interior of the hotel corresponds with what you’re welcomed with from the outside. Toned-down bright colour shades of white, beige and sand create the backdrop of the entire hotel while blue is dotted around as an ode to the local culture. All wooden elements are kept in light hues, offering a simple Scandinavian feel.

Combining the local history with BoConcept’s aesthetics

The furnishing from BoConcept comprises dining chairs, lounge chairs, sofas and coffee tables as well as an array of accessories like cushions and ceramics, adding charm and elegance. The choice to decorate with unique art installations, books and plants enhances the overall sophistication and welcoming atmosphere. ‘The idea was to combine the local history with BoConcept’s timeless aesthetics, including natural materials, bright interiors and lounging outdoor spaces. All caried out by local interior architect, Fani Partheniou,’ says Fokianos.