UCS - design

Project: Bar Thalia — Manhattan’s Mediterranean Escape

Step inside Bar Thalia — a space where wabi-sabi serenity meets Mediterranean soul, suspended above the Manhattan skyline. From sun-washed plaster walls to handcrafted pottery and woven textures, every element is curated with intention and warmth, while arched niches and layered lighting bring softness and depth to the space.
Stone, wood, and ambient glow orchestrate a setting that invites stillness — a quiet luxury in contrast to the city's rhythm.
🌿 Designed to feel like a coastal breeze in the heart of Manhattan.
🍷 A space designed to be felt as much as seen.

Interior- Exterior Designer Stavros Solakakis

✨ New Project Reveal: “IYKYK New York” (If you know you know) Bar, in Forest Hills ✨

Excited to share a sneak peek of our latest creation—a cozy, moody gem in the heart of Forest Hills, NYC. Introducing IYKYK (If You Know, You Know)—a space designed to welcome those who appreciate timeless details and a refined atmosphere.
Inspired by rustic shades of red, we’ve combined luxurious materials with an antique touch, from the vintage-effect mirrors on the ceiling and walls to the deep maroon leather seating.
Highlights include: 🌟 Wooden herringbone flooring that grounds the space with warmth and character 🌟 Granite tiles on the walls with a stunning oxide effect, adding depth and texture 🌟 Sleek black marble accents on the bar countertop and bottle shelves 🌟 Striking wooden striped ceiling panels, complementing the rich leather barstools and couches.
Designed to be both intimate and striking, IYKYK is a place for those who understand the magic of subtle elegance and the perfect drink.

Interior - Exterior Designer Stavros Solakakis

Project: "Yasouvlaki" - Greek Restaurant, Upper West Side, NYC

Stepping in the ground floor private space of ‘Yasouvlaki’ Greek restaurant, you get instantly the feeling that you walk in the narrow distinctive paved streets of a Cycladic Island in Greece among the traditional white – washed walls of the Aegean coast.
Our interior design approach wanted to bring the calming embrace of natural textures—wood, stone, and woven elements—alongside touches of Greek heritage, like intricate mosaics and rustic decoration elements, evoking the spirit of Greek hospitality and tradition.
The exterior restaurant dining space steps you back in time to the charm of classic 70's Greek design, bringing a nostalgic vibe and perfectly blending the charm of old-world Greece with the energy of NYC.

Interior- exterior designer Stavros Solakakis
Interior designer Penny Kontogouri