Located in the Evosmos district of western Thessaloniki, the project explores the adaptive reuse of an existing mixed-use building originally constructed in the early 1980s. The intervention retains the active commercial character of the ground floor and mezzanine, while transforming the first and second floors into 37 compact apartments designed for long-term leasing, addressing contemporary housing needs within a dense urban context.

A new continuous façade layer consolidates the building’s previously fragmented balconies into a unified architectural system. This semi-transparent second skin functions as an inhabited threshold, regulating light, privacy, and climate while establishing a clear and recognizable identity within the surrounding fabric.

Residential units are conceived as compact and flexible living frameworks, where daylight, circulation, and adaptability inform spatial organization. Interiors are arranged to maximize clarity and ease of use, accommodating diverse living patterns. Material choices emphasize durability and comfort: dark surfaces contrast with white metallic elements on the exterior, while interiors combine light tones with natural oak flooring to create a calm, minimal atmosphere. Three one-bedroom typologies structure the residential program, with selected units incorporating transparent red metal dividers that filter light and subtly define space.

Shared rooftop and ground-level spaces extend domestic life beyond the private interior, framing sustainability and collective use as integral architectural components rather than technical additions. Through restraint, layering, and reuse, the project proposes an alternative model for urban housing—one that extends the life of the existing city while enabling new spatial and social possibilities.