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DIMITRA ZOUZOULA
Hello, My name is Dimitra Zouzoula. I was born in Athens and raised in one of the most picturesque sides of Greece; Mount Pelion, where I was encouraged to explore nature and the spectacular architecture around me. Since I was a child, I have maintained an interest in conveying my imaginary world in a piece of paper. I was captivated by the idea of exposing, in this way, my thoughts, my concerns and my emotions, in order to demonstrate an aspect of life that was rather internal until then. Before even realizing my passions, I was already facing the gate of my department, the School of Architecture. During the five years of my studies, I dealt with several projects of any scale, from spatial and urban planning to buildings’ structural details. Subsequently, I attended the MSc Urban Regeneration in UCL, as this science field is included in my interests. Following the completion of my studies, I came in the realities of the profession by working as an Architectural Assistant (Part II) for a high end residential development company and later ÎąĎƒ as an Architect for an architectural practice with a focus on residential projects, too. Performing this role, I am able to deliver design work outputs at all work stages. I gained great knowledge and experience in design processes, regulations, coordination with clients, suppliers and consultants. Through this short profesional experience, I had the opportunity to face real design challenges and make use of the strongest aspects of my personality; enthusiasm for solving practical problems and collaborating in a team. Undoubtedly, this is the career path for me and I am very passionate about that profession. As for now, my personal aspiration is to broaden the range of projects by including hospitality ones, along with residential. Being part of a dynamic architectural team remains my target, so as to create qualitative environments with high consideration of architectural issues, while at the same time, to encourage people to enjoy and admire the architectural achievements as much as I do.
Dimit ra Zouzoula Sincerely,
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EDUCATION MSc in Urban Regeneration, University College of London, UK Sept.2014-Aug.2015 • focused on the urban decline and the planned renaissance of our cities • included constant research, independent study, group work and individual projects • modules included: diagnostic analysis of local conditions, place making proposals, presentation of project scenarios and budgets, risk management strategies in the development process, policy making for public bodies and consultation reports Master in Architecture and Engineering (M.Arch) (Part II equivalent) Technical University of Crete, Greece Oct.2006 - Jun.2014 • generated complex design proposals in multiple scales (city planning design, urban design architectural design, interior design, structural engineering): Thesis - Design Project entitled “Highlighting the seafront of Milina”, grade: 9.2/10 - based on strong theoretical background supported by 15.000 words dissertation - included site analysis, architectural proposals (new configurations in the seafront landscape, Museum of Traditional Boat Building Techniques and History, Cultural and Educational Centre) and structural details - presented and defended confidently before a faculty committee • applied a comprehensive range of visual, oral and written media to test, analyse, critically appraise and explain design proposals produced clear, logically argued and original written work relating to architectural culture, theory and design: 15.000 words research project (thesis) entitled “Evolution and sociological dynamics of the square: the case of Pelion”, grade: 9/10 Erasmus exchange student in Architecture, University of Sassari , Italy Oct.2009-Feb.2010 • interacted with other cultures, different educational system and new architectural approaches • learned Italian: able to attend lectures and communicate in simple tasks Apolytirion (High School Diploma), 2nd Lyceum of Volos, Greece First class honors 18.6/20
Jun.2006
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“Spatial Queries: six days in eutopia”, Tuscany, Italy Director: University of Thessaly(UTH), Faculty of Architecture, Volos, Greece “Traditional Forms: detection of alternative restoration methods”, Pelion, Greece Director: Association of University Graduate Architects - Greek Architects
Apr.2013 Jun.2013
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE JDB Constructions, Athens Dec.2017Architect • focus on residential and commercial projects • take up surveys • deliver design work output at all stages; concept development, structural detailing and internal layouts • produce digital 3d models and pictures using Vray • liaise with clients to choose built materials, architectural parts and decorative products • lead and organise the construction team Formed Architects & Designers, London Sept.2016-Jul.2017 Architect • focused on residential projects; new builds, refurbishments and extensions • took up surveys • delivered design work output at all stages; concept development, structural detailing and internal layouts • prepared planning drawings and applications, building regulations and tender packages, specifications • used advanced software in design technology • maintained all architectural drawings, client specifications and survey notes in organized manner Relic Homes, Hertfordshire Aug.2015-May 2016 Architectural Assistant • designed high end properties • executed all aspects of architectural processes - concept development • prepared planning drawings and applications • liaised with clients to implement their plans and goals in architectural project drawings • used advanced software in preparing plans • maintained all architectural drawings, plans, client specifications and survey notes in organized manner [view a list of projects on p.33] Freelance work Feb.2012-present • Interior and Furniture Designer at “Koralia” traditional grocery store, S.Pelion, Greece • Interior designer and decorating consultant at “Zouzoulas Filoxenia” apartments to let, S.Pelion, Greece
INTERESTS architecture - ordinal bystander in lectures and exhibitions, regular attendee at CPD sessions, interested in new publications | traveling - the most effective way to widen your horizons | sports - daily exercise, frequent participation in tennis games, snoaboarding:once a year, sailing: in the summertime
professional skills Autodesk, AutoCAD Autodesk, 3ds Max Autodesk, Revit Adobe, Photoshop Adobe, InDesign Adobe, Illustrator Google, SketchUp Office freehand drawing model making
personal skills Team Spirit Communicative Creative Organizational Innovative
languages Greek English German Italian
native speaker IELTS 7.0 B1 Zertifikat experientially
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Highlighting the seafront of Milina [M.Arch thesis]
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- Evolution and sociological dynamics of the square: the case of Pelion - The impact of tourism on the built environment in the traditional rural settings of Greece: the case of Pelion villages
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Interior Design - Traditional Grocery Store: Interior and Furniture Design - Sea view studio: Interior Design and decorating consultation
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Field House: two new traditional style detached dwellings (work stages A-C)
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Detached Vacation Home in Chania (concept, 3D modeling)
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Shower Room Reburbishment in West London (tender package)
Highlighting the seafront of Milina This thesis concerns the development of the seafront of Milina, which is a seaside village in South Pelion. The rehabilitation proposal regards the commercial center of the village, as well a coastal region on the same axis. The study area is defined as the segment between two important points, both significant for their historical value and for their unique nature. The project contains also the synthesis of two structures that will contribute to the identification and promotion of local identity. In particular, the first composition is going to be a workshop area and the second one is going to be a museum about the traditional boatbuilding techniques and history. The redesign of the seafront is completed by landscape interventions and each of them reveals something new about the history and the unique nature of the site. location: Milina, South Pelion, Greece coordinator: Prof. K. A. Oungrinis period: Academic Year 2013-2014 type: M.Arch - Thesis - Design Project
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Since the middle of the last century, Milina follows history paths which are related to the sea and the lives of seafarers. The residents were great sailors and talented shipbuilders. In the wider area, especially close to a natural harbor, there was one of the greatest shipyards of Pelion. Nowadays, only the toponyms recall this rich maritime history...
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analysis
“objectives ” • maintaining the principles of the built environment • enhancing the built and the historical wealth that is a cultural presumption • new additions that will prove the presence of the present culture in the future • improving the living standards for the permanent and the temporary resident • redefining the local identity • strengthening the local economy • enhancing tourism
geography
study area
density
land use
museum of traditional boat building techniques and history (p.20)
architecture
intervention areas
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landmark sunset viewpoint (p.14)
church forecourt main configuration & statue & section a-a’ placement (p.15) (p.14)
swimmers’ area (p.14)
The activities’ centre of the village is located in the beach front and in particular, where the dense layout ends up. This part of land remained without a specific configuration until the 1960s. The increase in the number of vehicles and the development of tourism played a catalytic role in the formation and shaping of the coastal front. The central configuration was characterized by sloppiness and lack of respect for the natural environment and local identity, altering his physiognomy. Recent studies aimed at the beautification of the area and not at the essential redefinition; as a result the problem of aesthetic degradation was intensified and the place as a tourist destination was discredited. This proposal for the village centre is part of a larger study on the seafront with a single design, which aims to strengthen the local identity, to highlight the particular virtues of the place and to improve the local economy through the creation of an attractive tourist profile.
Master plan
memorial park
cultural & educational centre (p.16)
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main/central configuration
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landmark - sunset viepoint site plan 1.28
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swimmers’ area site plan
landmark - sunset viepoint
church forecourt configuration and statue placement
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cultural & educational centre
study area
division of land
concept
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This study area is bounded by the main road in the southeast and by the Pagasitikos Gulf in the northwest. The position of the road is recent, as its previous position was at the water limit. As a result, the region is contacted with the water element directly and is freed by the vehicles circulation. There, a Community campsite was operated until the mid-80s. Since then, there have been no ideas about this point. Here, a cultural and educational center with tourist character is suggested. This new proposing use could assist in the development of tourism economy and the emergence of the local culture.
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proposal concept development
floor plans
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ground floor plan Between the two basic building blocks, a structure that achieves the connection between them is inserted and an alternate vertical movement is added. Additionally, a signaling component for the central distribution point of movements is created. The main educational halls are connected together through this “tower traffic� (library, auditorium, drawing hall) and as a result a conceptual continuity and an effective compound of buildings in order to be considered as a single structure is created.
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west side elevation
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longitudinal section
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museum of traditional boat building techniques and history At the northern end of the village, on twenty meters altitude, there is the Primary School, since the early 20th century. It is a stoned, rectangular structure with simple architecture. The building has a southwest orientation, while the access is realized on the northwest; which is a fact that confuses the visitor. When you approach this hill, you must be careful with the abrupt downshift nature. Therefore it is not an appropriate location for a school building. A solution could be if the Primary School was relocated in another municipal land which is in the southeastern boundary of the village, where sports facilities are also situated. Thinking of the natural elements of the region (prime location, opportunity of western orientation) and the unique views, it is impossible not to think of creating a “modern monument� that would be associated with the particular history of the region. Such an initiative would highlight an important, forgotten in time, art, quite important both locally and nationally.
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proposal
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traditional hull boat types
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photographic documents boat yard of Milina
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topography of traditional ship yards
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museum cafe viewpoint
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floor plans
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second level floor plan
third level floor plan
west side elevation
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Evolution and sociological dynamics of the square: the case of Pelion The main issue of the treatise is the central public areas of the rural settlements. In particular, it analyzes the case of the squares of the villages of Pelion. The research aims at the architectural features and the sociological dimension of the square, in the past and present, in order to provide the future scientists with the knowledge to create a viable and functional environment for the residents and also to remain attractive to the visitors. The square is not just a place, it is also a “situation”. The square, from its genesis, is particu- larly charged with multiple messages: social, political, cultural, economical, and emotional. The social and the ideological life, were created in such places. The village square is “another” square, different from the urban. This is the common element of all the Greek settlements. Each square is the center of a village, a vital core, a reference point, a place for a community’s actions. The squares of the villages of Pelion are a special case. The formation of the settlements requires the existence of a central core and circulation axes around it. One of the paths has central role. The form of each square depends on the ground shape of the region. The buildings volume, that defines the square, creates a “horseshoe” that closes inside it the square. The open space of the village square is the most important part of it, as it is the centre of the activities. In the past, the square was the religious, the political and the commercial center, at the same time. Moreover, the square was not just a meeting point or a passage. The political and the cultural actions were taking place there and at the same location, the local culture was developed. Nowadays, its structures are identical to that of the past. The difference lies in the character of the square, as a result of using them with economic terms.
coordinator: Prof. K. A. Oungrinis period: Academic Year 2012-2013 type: M.Arch - Thesis - Research Project word count: 15.000
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A research for the architecture of the square is incomplete without studying about the social composition and activities of the population that uses the place. On this basis, the profile of the modern user of the square is outlined. Then, the scientist could propose safely a new ideological framework for the village square. Nowadays, the functional aim of the square has entered into another orbit. There is no need for square’s character to be multidimensional, like in the past. On the other hand, it is not enough being exclusive, as it is happening recently. To conclude, it is estimated that the evolution of the elements and functions of the square will be a complex process. It should be based on the deep knowledge of the past and the study of the fate of a place in space and time. In special cases, where the squares are part of a number of settlements that act as a group, they must be connected to each other in practical and theoretical basis, when at the same time each of them acts as an identified unit. In any case, the square remains the place where people communicate their cultures, their thoughts, their ideas and perhaps this fact is sufficient to redefine its role. Conclusions • The square is the necessary structure for the residential development and the evolution of cultures. • The research of the origins and evolution of the square is crucial for its handling. • A modern social overview is required. • The squares in the villages of Pelion must be treated uniformly, while each of them should promote its particular local characteristics through targeted manipulations of the public space.
The impact of tourism on the built environment in the traditional rural settings of Greece: the case of Pelion villages The development of tourism concerns the creation of a new built environment and the transformation of the existing, in order to be accommodated the increased need in space that tourism activity demands. Previous studies regarding the impact of tourism on the built environment resulted in the acceptance that it has both positive and negative effect on it. So far, the research field is solely focused on the impact of tourism on the physical environment of the urban space, while there is lack of relative empirical research in the rural setting, even for Greece where tourism is basic economic source, especially developed in rural areas. The dissertation aspires to answer what is the impact of tourism on the built environment in the Greek rural setting. The study identifies the implications of tourism on the man-made physical setting of Pelion villages, which are utilised as a case study, and the impacts refer to both the existing and the newly developed tourism-related built environment. The paper concludes with the reaffirmation of the previous authors statement about the existence of impact and contributes to the debate by adding findings concerning not any more the urban but the rural setting. The touristy destinations are affected both positively and negatively; their existing environment is benefited by tourism as its protection and preservation is promoted, while the newly developed built environment causes mostly the negative impact, due to its thoughtless and random development that produces an out of scale and alienated in style new build. Moreover, the paper introduces and suggests a structured research framework by the enrichment and the completion of the methodological practice of previous studies, that it could be the basis for future investigation on topic.
coordinator: Juliana Borowczyk Martins period: Academic Year 2014-2015 type: MSc UR - Dissertation in Planning word count: 10.000
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Traditional Grocery Store: Interior and Furniture Design
A family business requested the interior and furniture design of a traditional grocery within an existing guesthouse. The owner was wishing the convertion of an empty L-shaped space, to a store as well as a reception area for the guesthouse’s visitors and ancillary areas. It is aspired to be a close-to- the-local-tradition proposal and to be taken advantage of potentials of the space to the maximum degree. TΤhe interior has two accesses which create the conditions for setting functions. So, one entrance is proposed to serve the reception of the hostel while the other serves the grocery. Finally utility rooms can be configured in distance from the entrances as they are going to serve the owner and not the customers. The furniture is placed around the space being formed so as to leave enough space to free move. The design is simple, unadorned with minimal decoration, which refers to the elements of the local architecture location: Milina, South Pelion freelace work client: Biological & Traditional products “Koralia” (family business) period: Feb.2012 - Jun.2012
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Sea view studio: Interior Design and decorating consultation Zouzoulas filoxenia is a complex of apartments to let on the seafront of Milina, whose owner were wishing the expansion of his business by the utilisation an unused space within the property. The small size of that space has allowed the development of a 20 sqm studio apartment. From the entrance up to the back of the room has been created a straight axes and all the uses have been developed progressively -to the most private- on the one side of it; 1-kitchen/living are > 2-bedroom > 3-bathroom The two major functions -kitchen/living area and bedroom- have been segregated with each other by a slight difference in levels as well as by a low height concrete spacer between them. The spacer has been fairly high to seperate the two areas and low enough in order to allow sea views from the bed position.
longitudinal section
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The proposed materials are in line with the traditional local style, however there are innovative features. Metro wall tiles on the kitchen and bathroom walls as well as contemporary sanitary articles and electrical devices have been combined in harmony with vintage flooring tiles and traditional wooden furniture. illustrated floor plan
scale: 1:100
location: Milina, South Pelion freelance work client: “Zouzoulas Filoxenia� apartments to let period: Jan.2016-Mar.2016
floor plan
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The Field House, Elstree Demolition of existing dwelling and construction of a five bed detached, new traditional dwelling with basement and accommodation within the roof space (GIFA: 635sqm/6840sqft) and a four bed detached, new traditional style dwelling with accommodation within the roof space (GIFA: 325sqm/3498sqft), with duties including concept development, planning drawings and application. (work stages A-C) ref: 16/0242/FUL at Hertsmere Borough Council
existing street scene
proposed street scene (without vegetation & gate)
site plan
proposed street scene (with vegetation and gate) (with vegetation & gate)
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location: Elstree, London, UK work stages: A-C on behalf of Relic Homes client: Relic Homes
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basement
front elevation
rear elevation
ground floor plan
second floor plan
first floor plan
roof plan
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Detached Vacation Home, Chania
The project refers to the refurbishment of a two-storey detached residency which has been developed into a range of levels. Client requested an internal renewal of his premises in order to convert a country family house into a rental vacation residency. Cretan style was preserved as an appealing touch for the best use of the house as an entrepreneuring product. Existing features were exploited and the least possible changes proposed so as to minimise the construction budget and to avoid alienations to the initial architectural forms. location: Chania, Crete, Greece work stages: concept, 3D modeling on behalf of Îľemployer client: Private
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basement plan 1st level
ground floor plan 2nd & 3rd level
first floor 2nd,3rd & 4th level
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Shower Room Refurbishment, West London (tender package)
location: West London, UK work stages: concept, structural detail, tender package on behalf of Formed Architects client: Private
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The project refers to the conversion of a ground floor WC into a shower room by using vital space of the attached garage. The expansion towards the garage presupposed thinking over insulation and thermal solutions as well as bridging the levels resulting after the demolition of the party wall. Client requested a playful but also elegant outcome, so the lighting and the decoration process was a fascinating challenge. The table above explains much of the sanitaryware and lighting applied on the proposal, which makes the project clearly materialisable.
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