The project proposes an innovative 21st century urban environment that will become the keystone of the redevelopment of all the surrounding neighborhoods. The area is still partly abandoned and partly occupied by an old disused chemical factory and factories active. Why this area? Because it is a clear consequence of the extension of the urban redevelopment along the Bay of Athens but also because this area will be the lighthouse to the city and will be the attraction center of Greece, Europe and the World. Thanks to the iteration with the city through green connections (pedestrian and cycling line) and the extension of the tram and metro line will have greater connectivity and accesibility with the city. This new urban center will strengthen touristically, economically and socially the Piraeus port.
This will increase connectivity and accessibility enables the development of an armature for a rich and inclusive urban experience that provides inhabitants of the city with a diverse mix of natural, civic and cultural amenities. All of these objectives are interrelated and realized in a design that will achieve a complete integration of program, architecture, urban design, and context all woven into a seamless whole.
Status: Competition Entry
Location: Athens, GR
My Role: chief architect