BABA AU RUM / ARCHITECTONES 02

BABA AU RUM in Downtown Athens, Greece, was recognized as one of the Worlds 50 Best Bars of 2013. On the occasion of this important distinction, it has been expanded and renovated. The rear of the bar was turned into a comfortable seating area with 50`s leather sofas, over which hangs a large custom made wooden lamp, along with a new vertical bar which now hosts the DJ. The toilets were moved next door, and their theme is… Tiki everywhere! Inspired by Tiki culture, they combine exotic Polynesian culture with strong pop and vintage influences: a central island serves as the main washbasin, a wooden pivoted double-mirror, large exotic wall prints, bamboo cladding and wooden door knobs have all been designed by the architects. For the closing credits: a full body image of the absolute king Elvis surfing in Blue Hawaii.

 

BABA AU RUM / KLEITIOU 6 / ATHENS / 2013

architectural design and construction: architectones02

photos: Ioanna Roufopoulou