German Ambassador’s Residence
Refurbishment and earthquake retrofitting of the German Ambassador‘s residence and landscape renovation in Chalandri, Greece
The project involves the comprehensive refurbishment and structural earthquake retrofitting of the German Ambassador’s residence, including extensive modernization of the building’s interior and exterior and addition of auxiliary buildings. Additionally, the project encompasses a complete renovation of the surrounding landscape, enhancing both aesthetic appeal and functional sustainability.
The main part of the building is a stone, pre-war construction. Over time, extensions were incorporated using reinforced concrete. The residence’s interior features grand spaces on the ground floor, including an expansive dining hall and a great living and reception room. Private rooms occupy the first floor.
The project program included extensive works for structural retrofitting and energy-efficiency, redesigning and renovating façades and fully modernizing all electrical and mechanical systems. An addition of restroom facilities in the basement and a spacious veranda on the ground floor alongside the complete refurbishment of all formal rooms, distinguished by their generous proportions and refined detailing, aimed to enhance the building’s purpose as a prestigious space for official gatherings, formal receptions, and diplomatic functions. Additionally, a new guard house and car parking shelter offer additional operational efficiency. The surrounding landscape was rendered accessible, and vegetation was enhanced. A lower, enlarged veranda served as a focal point for open-air gatherings, such as the yearly celebration of the German Unity Day.
