ARCHITECTURE ROOTED IN NATURE
Based in Crete, we design and deliver projects that combine creativity, technical excellence and environmental responsibility, creating architecture with lasting value. Every project is approached with respect for its site, climate and natural resources, seeking design solutions that respond to the unique qualities of each place and the needs of the people who will inhabit it.
Creativity, a deep understanding of place and the careful selection of materials guide every architectural proposal, with the aim of creating timeless, authentic spaces that are deeply connected to their environment and the people who use them.
Every project is a process of discovery. It begins with a careful understanding of the site, its people and their needs, and evolves through dialogue, experimentation and collaboration. We believe that the best architecture emerges when design and construction remain closely connected, transforming every project into a unique experience.
KNOWLEDGE SHARING
STRAW BALE BUILDING
We specialise in the design and implementation of low-impact natural building systems, combining natural materials, bioclimatic principles and an honest approach to architecture.
- Timber structural systems
- Straw bale construction
- Lime and clay plasters
- Passive design strategies
- Bioclimatic architecture
- Locally sourced natural materials
These methods result in buildings with high energy performance, healthy indoor environments and a significantly reduced environmental footprint.
We provide comprehensive architectural services for private clients, landowners and investors, guiding every project from the initial concept through to completion.
Architectural Design
Sustainable & Bioclimatic Design
Planning Permission & Regulatory Approvals
Construction Management & Site Supervision
Project Coordination
LIME RENDER
CHRISTOS CHORAITIS
To me, architecture is not about creating objects, but about shaping places that belong to their landscape and the people who inhabit them.
I was born in Heraklion, Crete, in 1975 and studied Architecture in the United Kingdom, graduating with a Bachelor of Architecture in 2005.
During my professional career in London, I worked at the internationally recognised Heatherwick Studio, contributing to the design and development of projects in London, New York and Hong Kong. This experience shaped my belief that the value of architecture lies not in the scale of a project, but in the strength of its ideas and the quality of their execution.
Since 2010, I have lived and worked in Crete, designing architecture that responds to place and people.