Tower^2

2019-2020 | ARCHITECTURE INSTITUTE on Alexandras ave, Athens, Greece

The main idea for the building is the repetition of a tower-like volume, which from a “standing position” goes to a horizontal one. The two vol umes placed on the site are connected with a metallic structure, which runs through them and encloses the main movement pillars. Another metallic structure runs on the opposite site of the plot, on a lower level, carrying a cafe with access to the central yard. The secluded space in the middle is accessible via passages formed under the me tallic structures and the horizontal volume. Due to the -almost per fect- square shape of the plot, we decided to incorporate the square shape on the whole of our proposal. The tower’s plan dimensions are 8,5 X 8,5m, same as the horizontal volume’s front and back elevation.

Detailed construction drawings

Shape of Water

Jul 18’ _ The Bartlett Summer Studio | Investigating forms: Experimental project

This project explores the properties of liquid form. Questioning the space we currently produce and trying to “capture” the space formed by running water, this was an effort to explore the possibility of casting water shapes. Producing still frames of fractions of water movement, a new space can be produced from something that is supposed to be in constant change, contradicting its natural characteristics. Using water as a casting tool combined with wax to capture water forms, created a collection of mini “models”, which were then digitized, using Photogrammetry. This process allowed for further exploration of their spatial properties. Using the digital point clouds in Rhino, combinations of the models were put together, rendering images that remind us of water, waves, natural elements, and generally give us a sense of the “space” of water.

| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL & SPACES FOR COMMERCIAL USE in Ampelokipi Area Athens, Greece

Combining two different functions, that of an elementary school and a small commercial space, the aim of this design was to create a guarded space in the center of the plot, placing the built volume on its perimeter. The organic, curved shape of the yard creates a playful, “child-friendly“ space. The roof unifies all the spaces underneath and follows the incline of Lycabettus hill. Classrooms surround the internal yard, which is a critical meeting and playing point for students. The library and auditorium are located on the turning points of the building -the “joints”, and are distinct, as they pop out from the curved roof. These spaces have separate entrances to be accessible to the community. Commercial uses are separated from those of the school by using different levels for each function. The interior is organized with a 10 meter-grid, which also defines the placement of structural elements.