ILIAS PAPAGEORGIOU
PRINCIPAL

Ilias Papageorgiou is an architect and founder of PILA. He brings extensive experience from Europe and America, having led the design and realization of high profile cultural, commercial and residential projects around the world. Prior to founding PILA, Ilias was a partner at SO-IL in New York, collaborating with clients including MINI/BMW, Versace, Google, AirBnB,  Frieze Art Fair, Manetti Shrem Museum at UC Davis, the Guggenheim Museum, and the New Museum in New York.

Ilias’s work has been internationally recognized, having been awarded as a Curbed Groundbreaker, Architects under 50, Domes International Review of Architecture Awards, and the Young Greek Architects Awards. His work has been widely published and exhibited in institutions such as the Venice Architecture Biennale in Italy, the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Cooper-Hewitt Design Museum in New York and the Benaki Museum in Athens.

Ilias was born in Athens, Greece and studied architecture at Aristotle University in Thessaloniki and at Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design, with a scholarship from the Onassis Foundation. In addition to his practice, Ilias is a frequent lecturer and panelist at leading design institutions. Ilias has served as a Visiting Professor at the University of Patras, an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation, and has also taught at Tulane University and the University of Thessaly. He co- authored solid objectives: order, edge, aura, published by Lars Muller and was an Ideas City Fellow, a platform for urbanism organized by the New Museum. 

Ilias is a member of the board of directors at the Athens Epidaurus Festival.

CHRISTINA PAPALEXANDRI
PRINCIPAL

Christina Papalexandri is an architect and principal of PILA. Christina brings a multidisciplinary approach into design, integrating architecture, environmental design, interiors, branding, and signage.

Prior to PILA she worked at global design consultancy 2×4 Inc in New York. Her experience includes collaborations with a wide range of clients from the fields of culture, fashion, art and technology, such as Prada, Samsung, Tiffany & Co, Perez Art Museum Miami, The Broad Museum of Art, Arper, Design Within Reach, Huyndai, and Nike.

Christina was born and raised in Athens, Greece and studied architecture at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.

KONSTANTINOS VARVITSIOTIS
SENIOR ARCHITECT  >

Konstantinos is an experienced architect with a career spanning over two decades. He began working in the field in 2001 and has been a qualified architect since 2005. Throughout his career, he has contributed to a range of projects in both the UK and Greece as part of esteemed design teams. His expertise includes managing complex projects, developing innovative design solutions, and addressing building pathology issues. Currently, Konstantinos applies his knowledge at PILA, where he oversees technical and building code compliance across various projects. He holds a degree in Architecture from Liverpool John Moores University and has been a member of the Technical Chamber of Greece since 2008. Additionally, since 2013, he has been a certified energy inspector, further strengthening his expertise in sustainable building practices.

konstantinos.varv[@]pila.studio

ALEXANDRA YOVANI
SENIOR ARCHITECT  >

Alexandra leads projects of various scales at PILA, ranging from residential designs to large-scale renovations of historic urban blocks in downtown Athens. Before joining PILA, she gained valuable professional experience working with renowned architectural practices in the UK and the US. She studied architecture at the National Technical University of Athens and the Bartlett School of Architecture in London.

alexandra[@]pila.studio

KONSTANTINOS VOUTOUFIANAKIS PETROPOULOS
ARCHITECT  >

Konstantinos is one of the first members of the studio, having contributed to a wide variety of projects such as the Piraeus Tower, the Metaphor Hub, and houses currently under construction and much more. He studied architecture at National Technical University of Athens where he also frequently serves as a teaching assistant to design courses focusing on housing and public space.

konstantinos[@]pila.studio

ANGELOS SALTIDIS
ARCHITECT  >

Angelos studied architecture at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, where he completed his Master’s degree with distinction. His diploma project “2 km: Roof of Agricultural Growth and Innovation in Thessaloniki Plain” was shortlisted for the Young Talent Architecture Award (EUmies Award 2023) by the Fundació Mies van der Rohe.

angelos[@]pila.studio

VASILIKI KASVIKI
ARCHITECT  >

Vasiliki contributes to concept design at PILA, focusing on 3D modeling and sustainable practices across a range of projects. She studied architecture at the Politecnico di Milano, where she completed her Master’s degree.

vasiliki[@]pila.studio

REA SKARMALIORAKI
ARCHITECT  >

Rea has worked on large-scale projects and interior design, contributing to diverse architectural assignments in Greece and abroad. She studied architecture at the National Technical University of Athens and attended the Università degli Studi di Firenze through the Erasmus program.

rea[@]pila.studio

MAGDA MEIMARIDOU
ARCHITECT  >

Magda has worked in Barcelona and Thessaloniki on a diverse range of projects, contributing to architectural designs as part of established design teams. She studied architecture and engineering at the University of Thessaly and holds a Master’s degree in Contemporary Design from the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya.

magda[@]pila.studio

THOMAS GKIKAS
ARCHITECT  >

Thomas has worked on projects in Greece and the Netherlands, ranging from building design and urban projects to masterplans and exhibition work. He studied architecture at the University of Patras and holds a Master’s in Architecture and Urban Design from The Berlage Center for Advanced Studies in Architecture and Urban Design in the Netherlands.

thomas[@]pila.studio

ANNA GKIZA
SENIOR ARCHITECT  >

Anna has worked on projects in Greece and the UK, ranging from private residences to cultural institutions and large-scale hospitality developments. She has been involved in both architectural and urban design, contributing to projects that address complex programmatic requirements and sensitive urban contexts. She studied architecture at the University of Luton and Oxford Brookes University and holds a Master’s in Urban Design from the Bartlett (UCL).

anna[@]pila.studio

MARIETTA KALTSA
ARCHITECT  >

Marietta has worked on projects ranging from high-end hospitality to award-winning research on 3D-printed earthen structures. She was part of the engineering team behind the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona and has collaborated with leading design studios. She studied architecture at the National Technical University of Athens, completed a Master’s in Contemporary Design at UPC/UB in Barcelona, and holds a postgraduate diploma in 3D Printing Architecture from IAAC.

marietta[@]pila.studio

LUCIE DOLIGEZ
ARCHITECT  >

Lucie has worked in Greece, France, and Cambodia on projects ranging from private residences and cultural renovations to humanitarian school construction. She has collaborated with offices including KLAB Architecture, En Route Architecture, Studio Putman, and Marc Held Architect. She studied architecture at ENSA Paris-La Villette, completing part of her Master’s studies at the National Technical University of Athens through the Erasmus program.

lucie[@]pila.studio

NICHOLAS RENTASCH
INTERN  >

Nicholas is currently completing his Master’s studies in Architecture at the Technical University of Berlin. He has worked on projects in Germany and Denmark, including private residences, social housing, and cultural centers, during his internship with WE Architecture in Copenhagen. He studied architecture at the University of Applied Sciences in Erfurt, where he received his Bachelor of Arts.

nicholas[@]pila.studio

LUCY A. ELLIOTT
STUDIO MANAGER  >

Lucy has a diverse professional background with a focus on teamwork and leadership. She has many years of experience as an entrepreneur, in business management, and customer service. She is dedicated to fostering collaboration and enjoys working with teams to achieve common objectives, striving for growth and continuous improvement with the ultimate goal of being the best we can be. 

lucy[@]pila.studio

PAST TEAM MEMBERS  >

Alexandra Malouta
Mary Sutherland
Evangelia Oikonomou
Isidora Oikonomidou
Lily Filia
Sonia Raspopova
Marina Avouri
Lydia Polykandrioti
Emmanouil Papalexandris
Ian Olivier
Maria Salmatzidou
Eleni Nikolaou
Athanasia Tsifoutidou
Stelios Rafael Sakellariou
Manousos Kakouris
Marina Bibidaki
Ourania Pikramenou
Photini Mermyga
Nikos Gkrintzos
Vasiliki Zochiou
Anastasis Tsompanoudis
Nicole Vettore
Georgina Erotokritou
Dimitris Karanasios
Iacovina Kontiza
Nikolina Mitrou
Georgia Theiakou
Silena Patsalidou
Hara Anastasiou
Aris Georgiadis
Iztok Hvala
Meropi Konstantinidou
Argyro Vassalou