Contemporary Landmark for Light, Design, and Sustainability
The fully renovated HUB Lighting & Innovation by Kafkas in Chalandri reintroduces itself dynamically, offering a unique lighting and architectural design experience on Kifisias Avenue. Since 2019, it has served as a meeting point for architects, lighting designers, and industry professionals. With its 2025 expansion into the ground floor and basement adjacent to the KAFKAS store, the new HUB strengthens its presence along one of Athens’ most vibrant design corridors.
A pioneering paper “lightscape”
The architectural concept is rooted in an original idea: a lightscape made of paper. The organic curves of the paper islands guide the visitor’s movement, evoking the feeling of wandering through a natural landscape. Light beams pierce the gaps between the undulating surfaces, creating a lighting experience reminiscent of sunlight filtering through foliage. At the same time, the paper acts as a visual filter that conceals the technical infrastructure while maintaining flexibility and allowing for effortless reconfiguration of displays—an essential feature for a space that evolves continuously.
A curated exhibition of decorative lighting
The ground floor is conceived as an exhibition zone focused on decorative lighting. With direct visibility onto Kifisias Avenue, it adopts the character of an “urban showcase,” enabling the space to dialogue with the premium brands that surround it. The design offers an atmospheric, carefully curated experience for professionals and visitors seeking contemporary lighting solutions.
The workshop of light
In contrast to the ground floor, the basement functions as a workspace and lighting laboratory. The absence of natural light and the strict architectural shell allow for deeper exploration of technical lighting, the study of luminous parameters, and the understanding of light as a design instrument.
Sustainability and design centered on cardboard
The use of cardboard as the primary material underscores KAFKAS’ environmental consciousness and its commitment to sustainable design practices. The result is a space that harmoniously blends aesthetics, technology, and responsibility—a true case study in sustainable architectural scenography.
A contemporary hub of inspiration for lighting professionals
The renewed HUB Lighting & Innovation is now a vibrant environment of experimentation, knowledge sharing, and creativity. Here, light is not treated merely as a functional necessity but as a medium for expression and design.
Discover the new HUB Lighting & Innovation by Kafkas.
Visit our spaces today and experience firsthand how light can shape environments, experiences, and emotions.
