University dormitory in Thessaloniki
N. Dessylas, D. Kontargyris, A. Lambakis, P. Loukakis
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Description
The building complex is on a hill adjacent to the University park and within the campus area. Because of the steep ground incline (13%), it enjoys a panoramic view of city, and at the same time becomes a landmark itself.
The dormitory houses 480 girl students in single rooms. Public areas are on the ground floor and include lounges, bar, library, games rooms, shops. The girls share the boys' dining room and large assembly hall in the adjacent dormitory. The building complex has a volume of approximately 40,000 cu.m and cost 40 million drs.
Text from the magazine: «architecture in Greece» Νο 5, 1971