Acropolis Gardens

INTRODUCTION
Acropolis Gardens, Nice Day’s newest project, can be described as an urban oasis. Even though, it is situated in the heart of metropolitan Nicosia, it’s occupants will have the feeling of living in nature. It occupies a large plot of over six thousand square meters (6.000 m2) where the emblematic “Acropol” cinema used to operate. This rare large plot has given the design team the ability to plan for a unified development with large areas of green space between the buildings. The increased distances between them, the unobstructed views by other buildings, combined with the large openings and the extensive outdoor spaces given to each apartment, will make nature always be part of everyday life.




LOCATION
The project sits a few blocks away from the intersection of the vibrant Iphigenias and Armenias avenues. This setback protects the development from the sounds and energy associated with high intensity thoroughfares and reinforces the sense of tranquility associated with local neighbourhoods. Yet, all the main functions and amenities of Nicosia are in close proximity. 


Acropolis Gardens is in the middle of three of Nicosia’s most popular parks, that of Ayios Demetrios, Acropolis and Academias, all approximately ten minutes away by foot. And in a few more minutes one can reach the Pedieos linear park, ideal for jogging and cycling. The project is situated in an area teeming with commercial streets, shops and businesses that can fullfil most of the everyday needs of the local inhabitants.  Also, unique to the area, is the unusually dense concentration of schools, both public and international, catering to all types and levels of education.


For those seeking an escape from the city to the countryside, the mountains or the sea, Lemesou and Iosif Hadjiosif avenues are both less than a kilometre away, providing quick access to all roads leading away from the capital.




THE PROJECT
The apartment buildings were designed with functionality, comfort, aesthetics, privacy and security in mind. Even though each building maintains its autonomy, they are functionally and aesthetically part of a single whole. The landscaped grounds meticulously planned themselves, integrate all buildings into a unified project thus giving the residents the sense of entering into a private and protected area. Eventually most buildings will be surrounded on all sides with trees. In addition, a generous playground in the centre of the complex, will give both the younger and the older occupants a place for play, relaxation, contemplation and exercise.


Internally, the spaces satisfy the modern needs of the tenants, with minimal areas allocated to circulation to leave most internal space to functional uses. Special importance is given to the external spaces, with the creation of large balconies. The placement of the balconies next to the living and dining areas expands the possibilities of how each space functions. With the temperate climate enjoyed in Cyprus the division of indoor and outdoor space is minimized offering the possibility to unify the inside with the outside and maximize the potential of the apartments.


The role of the outdoor spaces is reinforced with the provision of large planting areas. These lend themselves to the development of greenery that suits the needs of each individual apartment with the intention to fulfill multiple functions: To plant flowers, shrubs, vegetables and to develop vertical gardens which in turn provide privacy and cooling.


The design team for Acropolis Gardens has given a lot of importance on making the project as environmetally friendly as possible. Taking advantage of the fact that it is situated in an area with one of the highest elevations in Nicosia, it was designed to take advantage of the wind and the role it plays for cross ventilation, especially in the summer months. The building opens up to the north, east and west through large deeply recessed openings designed to protect the apartments in the summer months, while the south facade has smaller openings for better control  of the sun. These combined with the provision for vertical gardens will limit the need for mechanical cooling and heating.



Evripidou , Acropolis
ACROPOLIS GARDENS

Technical Terms & Specifications 


BUILDING   SPECIFICATIONS


The building – Description

 The building complex is composed of five 6-storey buildings whereby at the ground floor the parking spaces and the stores are located. The penthouse six floor apartments will have at the disposal most of the roof space that will be formed accordingly. Part of the building’s roof will be communal. 
Structural specifications
Building’s Energy Characteristics : All apartments have class A’ Energy Coefficient with low CO2 emissions, environmentally friendly.

 Frame:  The frame of the building will be of reinforced concrete. The ceiling verandas and living room ceiling will be fair face concrete.  


Walls
: The masonry infills will be constructed of 250 mm thick bricks and three coats of render internally. Externally a thermal insulation system will be applied. The interior dry wall system includes rockwool. The separating walls in-between apartments will be constructed from brick walls 200 mm thick. 


Roofing - Waterproofing:  80mm extruded polystyrene. Non-reinforced concrete, 4mm asphalt membrane insulation, extruded polystyrene on the roof. Non-reinforced concrete and cement based water insulation on the verandas and all external floors with cement base waterproofing. .


Floorings: All internal conditioned spaces with underfloor heating will be covered with screed on lightweight concrete sublevel for covering services.


Paint-work: Three coats of emulsion paint on interior walls in general. Three coats of emulsion and spatula on interior ceilings.  Sandex paint and spatula on exterior ceilings.  Oil paint or hummerite paint on the metal surfaces of railings. Oil paints in general will be applied in three coats (primer, undercoat and finish).


External works: General earthworks and concreting works for the shaping of exterior spaces. Low concrete walls on the ground floor at a height of 1m. Construction of public pavement at the entrance of the building and landscaping.  


Plumbing:  Water supply will be achieved with a pressurised plumbing system of pipes of a minimum 15mm diameter, hot water return pump, solar collectors with an electric immersion heater, sewage /drainage and drainage gutters on the terrace for rainwater. Water tanks of 1 ½ tons capacity for each apartment. Hot water supply system will be achieved via solar collectors and electric element.   


Mechanical works: Water underfloor heating system with electric heat pump chiller system of high energy class for each apartment. Supply and Installation of air-conditioning split-units on the bedrooms and concealed fan coils on the dining/living room. Mechanical ventilation for interior lavatories/bathroom.

 Electrical works:  Photovoltaic system on the roof for renewable source of energy. Installation of electrical parts of European manufacturer. At least 15 free plug sockets, 2 telephone outlets and 3 television outlets to be included for the 2-bedroom apartments. At least 20 free plug sockets, 4 telephone outlets and 3 television outlets to be included for the 3-bedroom apartment. At least 25 free plug sockets, 5 telephone outlets and 5 television outlets to be included for the 4-bedroom apartment. High quality video-phone (intercom) system, electric immersion heater and two-way light switches in the bedrooms. In the kitchen all fitted appliances will be wired inside the walls by a spur fused unit and will include points for oven, microwave, kitchen hob, washing machine, dishwasher, refrigerator and extractor fan. 


Elevator:  Installation of one 6-person elevator with an alarm system in case of emergency. 


Metal works:  Anodised aluminium windows and doors with double-glazing. Aluminium Electrical Venetian blinds of external use for the bedroom windows and doors. Metal balustrades to staircases. Metal railing on the verandas. 


Wood works: Internal doors, wardrobes and bathroom benches with laminated boards. Kitchen benches and wall units with MDF lacquered finish. Entrance door of the apartment to be ½ hour fire – resistant with timber veneer finish. The bench tops will be of techno-granite.


General:  Letter boxes will be installed at the entrance hall of the building, one for each apartment. Central television system will be installed on the roof.


FLOOR UNIT # INTERNAL
(m2)
COVERED
VERANDA (m2)
UNCOVERED
VERANDA (m2)
COMMON AREA YARD BEDROOMS PARKING REMARKS
Block 3
1st 101 127 32 3 2 AVAILABLE
1st 102 92 17 2 1 AVAILABLE
103 84 13 2 1 SOLD
2nd 201 127 32 3 2 AVAILABLE
202 92 17 2 1 RESERVED
203 84 13 2 1 RESERVED
3rd 301 127 32 3 2 AVAILABLE
302 92 17 2 1 AVAILABLE
303 84 13 2 1 AVAILABLE
4th 401 127 32 3 2 AVAILABLE
402 92 17 2 1 AVAILABLE
403 84 13 2 1 SOLD
5th 501 127 32 3 2 AVAILABLE
502 124 60 3 2 AVAILABLE
503 84 13 2 1 AVAILABLE
6th 601 127 32 50 roof garden 3 2 AVAILABLE
602 92 17 2 1 AVAILABLE
603 84 13 2 1 SOLD
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