University buildings are commonly isolated in campuses outside city life. That will not be the case for the new Drama School of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki which is located on the east entrance to the city centre among a cluster of culture-related buildings. Hence, the design focuses in strengthening the public character of the school. A public square, little below street level, is the main design feature where citizens meet the school's creative community. An atrium brings natural light to the plaza.

Design Studio 2013

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

Instructors: Aleka Alexopoulou, Petros Martinidis