ABOUT
QOOP METALWORKS operates at the intersection of architecture and metal craftsmanship.
Its practice encompasses the entire design and production process, from initial concept development to on-site installation.
The analytical process focuses on identifying the parameters that lead to a clear definition of a project’s objectives, while also recognizing the aspects that require further research and exploration.
The design approach is characterized by the intention to condense complexity into simple gestures and by an ongoing dialogue with the broader narrative of the space.
Production follows a hybrid model that combines industrial manufacturing with craftsmanship, using both as a means of shaping the identity of each object.
Each project is the result of a creative collaboration with architects, engineers, and skilled technical partners, supported by a strong understanding of project coordination and management throughout every stage of its development.
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GIANNIS VAPELAS
gv@qoop.grYiannis was born in Athens in 1980, studied optical optometry in Italy and since 1995 has been dealing with metal constructions and music. At qoop he has taken over the management of technical projects.
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PANTELIS PALAMIDIS
pp@qoop.grPantelis was born in Chicago in 1981, studied marketing and communication in Athens, worked for 10 years as a manager in a chain of retail stores and since 2017 has been dealing with metal constructions. At qoop he has taken over the financial management.
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NIKOS SOULIS
ns@qoop.grNikos was born in Athens in 1980, studied architecture at NTUA and from 2007 to 2010 worked as an architect in offices in Athens. From 2010 to the present, he is curator of the DOMa organization in its publications and exhibitions. At qoop, he has undertaken the design and implementation study of constructions.
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CHRISTOS SPETSERIS
xs@qoop.grChristos was born in Athens in 1984, studied architecture in Patras and advanced architecture design in Madrid. From 2011 to 2019 he worked as an architect in offices in Madrid and Athens. At qoop he has undertaken the design and implementation study of constructions.
HARIS SOTIROPOULOS
ALEXANDROS PANIS
CHRISTOS GYFTOPOULOS
ARIS FOTIADIS
PEDRO PABLO JIMENEZ GONZALES
MERCOURIS KANAVOS
KONSTANTINOS VLACHOULIS
EYH STELIOU
DIONYSIS STYLIANESIS
ANNA PAPACHARISI