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The design proposal seeks to incorporate fully the differences in height, starting from the inside of the complex and the necessary spaces in it. The

building is fully integrated into the topography and seems like a natural continuation of the soil. We made, also, an attempt to separate the public

spaces from the private ones, by using some zones.

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The facilities of the feature are:reception - lobby, recreationareas, such as cafeteria andrestaurant and also, separatelyplaced buildings with 40 roomsand spaces as baths, massagerooms, hot tubs, fitness center,and indoor and outdoor pools.

The building is of concreteskeleton and some exterior andinterior walls are composed ofstone. Apart from the stone, it isused visible concrete and wood,particularly in the squares andterraces linking the buildingstogether.

An observation deck is projectedoutwards, from the side of therooms. It allows the visitors tohave a different experience onappreciating the panoramic viewof the natural surrounding.

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From these drawings- sections along the two sides of the plot, we fully understand

the challenge that we faced in order to place the buildings on the particular

ground. We wish for a direct access from the road, so we chose το make a gradual

transition to the lower point of the composition, by creating squares. In

addition, we wanted the view of the city and the island across, to be visible from all

aspects of the land.

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I intended the site to become a kind of platform to devise structures and also the physical context for analysis,

programming, and design of special facilities. A key aim of the design studio, consists the concept of an holistic integration of architecture into the specific natural environment associated

with the existence of thermal mineral springs in the area. Facilities are: thermal spa facilities, spa, etc. along with

accommodation and ancillary facilities and there are many paths and passages, with o good relationship with the landscape

that guide to the facilities of the composition

The studio course focuses on a landscape, rich in thermal mineral springs, at a remote mountainous area of the Prefecture

of Xanthi, near the borders between Greece and Bulgaria. The study area is on the verge of a small settlement, a place with

important geographical and historical particularities.

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•My first attempt was to incorporate the composition to the landscape, without damaging the historical and geographical value of the area.

•Then I wished to separate the public from the private uses. That was accomplished with the use of a stone wall, which separates the plot in the middle.

•Finally, I tried to arrange the buildings so as the view to be visible from every side of the composition, by preserving the slope.

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The main materials I used were the followings:•Deck, which was used especially for the paths and the squares

that link the various buildings together•stone, for some walls that define the routes that lead to the

buildings•Visible concrete, that fits with the landscape

•Large glass surfaces, that allow the view to the landscape, where this is necessary

An attempt for natural lighting was also made, by creating skylights that allow the sun light enter into the buildings

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The study area is located near the center of Kavala; it constitutes part of the south sea-front of the city, forming a peculiar junction with the urban fabric. In detail, we deal with a site forming part of the former port facilities. In its current state, the site is characterized by a total

absence of design. The buildings situated in the area particularly being auxiliary buildings and warehouses with the exception of a small

passenger station building. The area is typified by the vast concrete-paved area that offers little incentive for the development of public activities, despite of the fact that it being in close proximity to city

centre.

We chose the demolition of the majority of the building fabric from the site, releasing the area for its redevelopment into a single public place, at the same time, transforming it into an environment designed to be

used for cultural events, recreation, soft sporting activities, walking and relaxation. The large oblong building situated at the water-front is exempt from demolition. Particularly we manipulate the building

envelope and structure, reversing – revealing its key structural components in order to reshape – transform it into an essentially

elevated public space

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The study area is offered as a kind of a "platform" for the development and introduction of structures and configurations; the main purpose

being the redesign of the site, integrating walking paths and areas for cultural and leisure uses in the city. In this context, the key design

challenges were the restoration of the city's relationship with the sea, the visual and functional connection of the study area with the urban fabric, and ultimately the formation of a new identity for the area of

study.

We considered a key element the existence of the sea (southerly of the building), so we attempted the entrance of the sea into the building . In addition, the view of the sea is visible from every aspect of the building.

Very important for us was the existence of a historical wall made from stone. We tried to highlight this wall towards our composition. We

achieved this fact, by creating a suitable shaped area, full of trees and plants, with football, basketball and tennis fields. This area is suitable

for ramble and marveling at the view of the sea.

The materials we chose to use are concrete, stone and wood- deck and are totally incorporated to the landscape.

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The purpose of the museum is not only the recording and investigation of historical path but also maintaining the city's

historical memory, and the review is considered saying its current identity and future development. Through a museological approach we cover the past, present and future of the city and the museum is

intended to serve as a living knowledge pole, information, awareness and reflection

It was difficult to place the building into the plot, because it is located in the center of the city. Alongside, a museum requires quiet, so we

chose to create a ‘backside’ to the main roads of the city and open to the square eastward of the plot.

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We firstly attempted an introvert in our composition, so we chose to make a central square. Around this square, on the first level are the followings: a

reception hall, appropriately constructed for a large number of

people, a spacious area for temporary exhibitions, a lecture room, a part from

the room with the permanent exhibitions and three labs. On the

second floor we organized the other part of the room with the permanent

exhibitions, a library, a room with educational programs and a café. In the basement there are five storage rooms

and parking lot for the museum’s personnel.

The building is of concrete skeleton and it is plastered. We chose to color red some walls in order to attract the

passenger’s attention. In conclusion, there are not large glass surfaces, but only small breakthroughs

on the ceiling and some skylights.

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