AiTHERION
- client
- Ministry of Culture and the National Centre for Scientific Research “Demokritos”
- location
- Athens Conservatoire, Greece
- area
- 265,00 m2
- project year
- 2020
- status
- completed
- design team
- Eleni Ioannidou, Eleanna Zarafoniti, Dimitra Charmantzi
AiTHERION is an exhibition that promotes technology-driven cultural experiences centered on ancient Greek philosophy, encouraging contemplation on enduring questions of humanity. It is a collaborative endeavor between the Ministry of Culture and the National Center for Scientific Research “Demokritos”.
The objective was to design a museographic environment that optimizes the presentation of the exhibits. Located on level -1 of the Athens Conservatory’s monumental building, the design was guided by the building’s architectural significance, aiming to create an engaging visitor experience.
The exhibition is divided into three sections. It commences with a space featuring a 360° projection, followed by an area with interactive screens and a large screen table facilitating visitor interaction. The final section is an amphitheater designed for philosophical discourse, which can be enclosed by high curtains or opened to the light from the iconic windows.
The design also prioritized accessibility, transforming the space to accommodate visitors with disabilities.
