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Pylaia, Greece

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Pinewood International School-Anatolia College

Pylaia, Greece

Firm

Micromega

Type

Educational › High School

STATUS

Built

YEAR

2024

SIZE

3000 sqft - 5000 sqft

Photos

GIORGOS SFAKIANAKIS (23)

Pinewood School in Anatolia Campus: blending contextual design and vibrant aesthetics into an inclusive experience
The new Pinewood School represents a contemporary architectural landmark within the historic Anatolia College
campus in Pylaia, on the outskirts of Thessaloniki. Emphasizing experiential education and sustainable design, the
building offers a vibrant learning environment tailored to prepare students for a globalized future.
Designed to serve students from grades 6 to 1, the school reflects a multicultural ethos, fostering social interaction
and spontaneous gatherings. Its modern architectural expression combines bold colors, light steel structures,
concrete elements, and expansive curtain walls. Despite its contemporary language, the design harmonizes with the
campus's existing buildings and the historic garden.
Located on a sloping site descending east to west, the school respects the campus's historic axis. This circulation
axis connects the main building to the open stadium, passing through a preserved historic garden with centennial
trees. To maintain the integrity of this axis, the school’s primary functions are distributed across two wings, linked by
an elevated promenade. This lightweight steel structure not only unites the wings but also offers sweeping views of
the stadium and surrounding landscape.
Each wing is further divided into two linear modules, ensuring optimal south-facing orientation for classrooms. This
layout creates two atriums—one open and one enclosed—that enhance spatial flexibility and encourage seamless
interaction between indoor and outdoor environments. The enclosed atrium features a striking canopy supported by
steel columns resembling trees, evoking a playful metaphor for the "Pinewood" name.
The gym, positioned on the lower level, connects seamlessly to both an outdoor courtyard and the stadium.
Sustainability lies at the heart of the project. Bioclimatic principles minimize energy consumption while maximizing
natural light and ventilation. Energy-efficient glazing, shading systems, and thoughtful landscaping contribute to
thermal comfort and a pleasant year-round microclimate.
The new Pinewood School exemplifies the integration of innovative design and environmental responsibility, creating
a space that supports academic excellence and community engagement.

Architecture Firm Name:
Α.Ν. Tombazis & Associates Architects & Micromega Architecture & Strategies

Α.Ν. Tombazis & Associates Architects Team Members
Lead Architects: Stavros Gyftopoulos, Yiannis Romanos
Design Team: K. Varvitsiotis, Avgi Chatzipetrou, Vassiliki Makrozachopoulou, Ellie Karakatsani, Myrto Koutroupi,
Konstantina Frantzeska Nafplioti

Micromega Architecture & Strategies Team Members
Lead Architects: Alexandros Zomas, Mara Papavasileiou, Margarita Micha
Architects: Natalia Tsakalaki-Karka, Dimitris Papageorgiou, Anna Tsoka, Dimitris Karanasios

Architecture Firm Website:
https://www.tombazis.com/en/
https://www.micromega.gr/

Project Name:
Pinewood International School-Anatolia College

Project Category:
Educational Architecture

Structural Design:
METE SA, Structural Design and Engineering

Electrical Design:
INSTA CONSULTANTS ENGINEERS, N. PROUNIAS, MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Lighting Desing:
IFI GROUP

Acoustics Consultant:
Dr G.SCHUBERT

Construction:
ETETH S.A.

Owner:
Anatolia College Board of Trustees

Project Location:
Pylaia Thessaloniki, Greece

Built Area:
3.800,00 m2

Design:
2020-2022

Completion Year:
2024

Photographer:
Giorgos Sfakianakis