Welcome to the world of elly k p.
At elly k p we’re inspired by the works of humans and their drive to progress and prosper.
We strive to blend the rich artistic heritage while driven by a fascination with space and abstraction.
We celebrate sensitivity and through thoughtful and sustainable practises, we aim to enrich communities, inspire joy, and leave a lasting legacy of beauty and creativity.
We believe in the beauty of simple things such as sunlight on a whitewashed wall.
We love the raw power of materials; they are part of the way.
We like them thin and light.
Elly Kyriaki Papapostolou is an Athens based architect.
She has been involved in major development projects including the Athens Metro and the Athens 2004 Olympic Games.
Elly has been working closely with multi-disciplinary design delivery teams coordinating, supervising and producing quality design and report deliverables. She is highly proficient in detailed architectural design and has been known for her analytical approach and organizational skills.
Her work includes elaboration and design supervision of architectural studies, project management and construction supervision of building works, conservation and restoration of monuments and historic sites-settlements.
She has been awarded for her design KATOIKIA.
In 2016 she founded her own brand, elly k p.
So why architects design furniture? Charles Eames replied, in a 1972 interview with the Los Angeles Times:
“So you can design a piece of architecture you can hold in your hand, that won’t get away from you-in concept”
In my work I get inspired by the shape of Greek letters, the abstract geometry of space, the light, thin elements and curves introduced by modern architecture.
I look for beauty in the memories of my childhood, in architecture, in the details I find in museums, books, nature and the sky.
I work with wood and marble but lately I love the different types of metal sheets that can produce very thin and light structures. I create forms that are dynamic but simple, characteristics that define the contemporary way of life.
I love white because it is simple, clean and bright. It creates a an all round environment that soothes the mind and the soul. Every once in a while I get passionate about other colours too depending on what I work on.
I am an optimist by nature, I believe that looking for beauty around us is important for a balanced and happy life.
Our friends in Athens can now find Theatron at Free Thinking Zone the concept bookstore for contemporary art and thinking.
Theatron is this summer’s find.
We’re so happy to announce our collaboration with @theshop_eleni at the beautiful Cretan Malia Park a member of Design Hotels.
Chalkis 2, 15121 Athens, Greece
Monday–Friday: 10:00AM–6:00PM
Saturday: 11:00AM–3:00PM
