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ABOUT OUR PRACTICE

Designing with Vision. Delivering with Technical Rigor.

ARXICON is an integrated architecture, engineering, and turnkey project delivery practice operating from studios in Thessaloniki and Athens. Established in 2000, the firm bridges conceptual design with on-site technical execution, directing complex developments across mainland Greece, the Aegean, and international markets.

 

AT A GLANCE

  • €500M+ | Total completed project value delivered and managed.

  • 25+ Years | Continuous operational resilience and technical leadership (Est. 2000).

  • Dual Studios | Fully integrated operational hubs in Thessaloniki and Athens.

  • 15+ Countries | Cross-border project footprint and advisory experience across 3 continents.

     

WHO WE ARE

Single-Source Accountability for the Built Environment

At ARXICON, architectural design is inseparable from engineering precision, regulatory compliance, and fiscal discipline. Founded in 2000, our practice eliminates the conventional divide between creative ateliers and construction contractors. We provide developers, private owners, and institutional investors with a single point of accountability throughout the entire asset lifecycle.

 

Our multidisciplinary practice unifies master planning, architectural concept, interior architecture, structural and MEP engineering, building permitting, and general construction management. From bespoke island villas in the Cyclades to commercial mixed-use developments and luxury hospitality assets, we approach every square meter with uncompromising aesthetic purpose and constructability.

 

THE ARXICON ADVANTAGE

1. Regulatory Mastery & Foreign Investor De-Risking

Navigating real estate development in Greece requires deep institutional knowledge. We guide international and domestic clients through the complexities of the Greek Building Code (NOK), forestry classifications, archaeological council clearances (KAS), and regional environmental licensing. We de-risk acquisitions, evaluate zoning feasibility upfront, and secure permits without avoidable timeline inflation.

 

2. Unified Architecture & Engineering

By housing licensed civil, structural, and mechanical engineers alongside design architects, we eliminate inter-team friction. Every spatial concept is developed alongside structural feasibility, energy efficiency, and MEP infrastructure, ensuring design integrity is protected from the drawing board to the construction site.

 

3. Financial Discipline & Turnkey Execution

With over half a billion euros in executed projects, our team enforces strict cost engineering, tender vetting, and on-site management from project inception. We protect our clients from supply chain disruptions, uncoordinated variations, and budget escalation.

 

INTEGRATED SERVICES

Architecture & Master Planning

  • Site evaluation, master planning, and land-use strategies.

  • Concept design, spatial planning, and contextual architectural development.

  • Interior design, spatial detailing, and bespoke material specifications.

  • Bioclimatic architecture, daylight optimization, and sustainable design integration.

     

Comprehensive Engineering

  • Structural design and advanced seismic engineering.

  • High-efficiency Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems.

  • Structural integrity assessments, retrofitting, and load evaluations.

  • Building energy performance certification and sustainability modeling.

     

Permitting & Technical Due Diligence

  • Greek Building Code (NOK) compliance verification.

  • Pre-acquisition land audits, topographical checks, and feasibility studies.

  • Forest map, coastal boundary, and archaeological approvals management.

  • Environmental impact assessments and municipal building permits.

     

Project Delivery & Construction Management

  • Turnkey general contracting and executive project direction.

  • Value engineering and comprehensive budget management.

  • Contractor procurement, tender evaluation, and contract administration.

  • Daily on-site supervision, health and safety oversight, and quality control.

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PRACTICE SECTORS

  • Hospitality & Resorts: Luxury seaside resorts, boutique island hotels, and wellness destinations.

  • High-End Residential: Signature coastal estates, private island villas, and urban apartment complexes.

  • Commercial & Industrial Spaces: Corporate headquarters, flagship retail environments, and business logistics assets & hi-end tech factories.

  • Restoration & Adaptive Reuse: Heritage building transformations, architectural modernizations, and structural reinforcement.

     

DUAL-HUB EXECUTION NETWORK

With permanent studios in both Northern and Southern Greece, ARXICON maintains active execution capability across the country:

  • Thessaloniki Studio (HQ): Directing developments across Northern & Western Greece, the Chalkidiki coastline, and regional commercial hubs.

  • Athens Studio: Directing projects across the Attica basin, the Athenian Riviera, the Peloponnese, and the Aegean islands.

  • International Desk: Direct liaison and bilingual advisory for foreign property owners, cross-border family offices, and institutional funds.

     

INITIATE A CONVERSATION

Whether you are evaluating a site acquisition, assessing local zoning regulations, or planning a major construction development, ARXICON provides the technical clarity and design leadership required for successful execution.

 

Thessaloniki Hub | Athens Hub

Email: savas@arxicon.com

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