About us
A2G Architects was established in Heraklion, Crete in 2003. Our practice delivers projects from concept to design and focuses on a diverse range of work. Whether it is in the private or public sphere, large or small, we offer design services in the residential, retail and hospitality sectors.
Our philosophy is to create – guided by the experience of space, light and materiality – innovative and imaginative design. Using simple shapes and minimal design we create uncluttered, breathable spaces. Through collaboration and attention to detail, we strive to make our client’s vision a built reality. By implementing high quality architectural design and construction, we anchor each project within its specific physical and cultural context to deliver the perfect built product.
Our studio constitutes a workshop for the production of forms and experiences. We work closely to create a space where ideas and possibilities can develop and flourish. As professionals we tailor our different areas of expertise to meet our client’s individual requirements and needs. A vital stage in our design process is guiding our client through each phase of the design process so that they are informed and involved each step of the way. The A2G Architects team seamlessly combine architecture, interior design and construction engineering into a holistic whole.
Our expertise
Architecture and Interior Design
Our multidisciplinary team offers a unique, personalized experience. We are a friendly and result-oriented team of experts who deliver creative design solutions and approach each individual project as a learning curve. We are guided by architectural principals which view the relationship between the built space, nature, landscape and the human scale as a harmonizing whole. Making the most of the mild Mediterranean climate, we fuse indoor with outdoor spaces through controlled transparency, materiality and function.
Our design studio focuses on bioclimatic architecture and offers LEED certification.
Construction and Project Management
Our extensive experience in turn-key projects enables us to develop strategies to anticipate and overcome the challenges that come with the realities of a project build. Our services include: negotiation and collaboration with planning officers and committees, planning and execution of challenging builds that come from thinking divergently, formulating design and personalized planning strategies to overcome the constraints of site-specific issues, innovative structural solutions to complex situations, in-depth research into environmental policies and sustainability and a rigorous and responsive construction and project management team. We make sure our architectural design is further enhanced by the way it is materialized. Our work exudes our focus on quality, details and durability.
Our Team
Anagnostakis Giorgos
Founder – Project Manager
Giorgos is an architect and founding partner at A2G Architects. He studied architecture engineering at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Giorgos is a project manager to both design and construction, with over two decades of experience in turn-key projects. He uses his experience and skills to create tailor-made client experiences and project management processes. Mixing business and creative thinking he provides vital insight to the design process. In 2007 he founded A2G Contractors S.A. along with G. Galetakis and V. Grigorakis.
Galetakis Giorgos
Founder – Project Manager
Giorgos is an architect and founding partner at A2G Architects. He studied architecture engineering at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Giorgos is a project manager to both design and construction. Having over two decades of experience in turn-key projects, he mixes strategic thinking and conceptual vision that bring projects to reality. He works to ensure that projects are developed and delivered at their full potential. Giorgos has a strong vocation for creating projects that make a difference and stand out. In 2007 he founded A2G Contractors S.A. along with G. Anagnostakis and V. Grigorakis.
Grigorakis Vangelis
Founder – Project Manager MSc
Vangelis is an architect and founding partner at A2G Architects. He studied architecture engineering at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, has a master in Sustainable and Urban Design, has been LEED and ESTIDAMA (Green rating system of Abu Dhabi) accredited since 2013. Vangelis is a project manager to both design and construction, with over two decades of experience in turn-key projects. Combining a strong intuition for details with extensive technical knowledge, he solves problems and creates structure behind all the creative world of A2G Architects. In 2007 he founded A2G Contractors S.A. along with G. Anagnostakis and G. Galetakis.
Tsagkaraki Mary
Project Architect
Mary is a project architect at A2G Architects. She studied architecture engineering at University of Huddersfield in UK and is RIBA II qualified. She is associate member of RIBA and at the present she studies lighting and multimedia design in H.O.U. She mostly enjoys the brainstorming process and appreciates team work. Mary is a project architect and she’s responsible for realising projects – from concepts to detailed drawings.
Stavroulaki Nafsika
Project Architect
Nafsika studied Architecture Engineering at the Technical University of Crete and is a project architect at A2G Architects. She is involved in all stages of design, from concept to the completion of the project. Concept sketches evolve into three-dimensional models and renderings that come to life with detailed construction drawings. Nafsika works in all scales of architecture, from masterplanning, building and interior design.
Tzortzakaki Iro
Project Architect
Iro is a project architect at A2G Architects. She studied Architecture Engineering at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. During her studies she was involved in many different aspects of architecture, ranging from architectural restoration to sculpture and scenography. Similarly, she works in varying projects, taking them through all the stages of the design, from conceptual drawing, to 3d realization and visualization and construction drawing.
Papagianni Eva
Architect
Eva has studied Architecture Engineering at the Technical University of Crete. She’s working at A2G Architects and is involved in the detailed construction designs for the studio’s projects.
Perakis Stelios
Architect
Stelios has studied civil engineering at the univestity of La Sapienza (Rome) and he is in the final stages of graduating from Architecture Engineering at the Technical University of Crete. He’s working at A2G Architects and is involved in the detailed construction designs for the studio’s projects.
Karapidakis Mihalis
Architect
Mihalis studied Architecture Engineering at the Technical University of Crete. Throughout his studies and work in varying projects, he has been involved with the digital aspects of architecture, namely Parametric Design, Advanced 3D modeling and Visualization. Active in discovering the latest developments in design technologies, his goal is to give to the needs of every project a unique and accurate architectural form.
Agapaki Maria
Architect
Maria studied architecture engineering at National Technical University of Athens and received an MSc in Research in Architecture: Architectural Design-Space-Culture.She works in varying projects, taking them through all the stages of the design, from conceptual drawing, to 3d realization and visualization and construction drawing.
Michailidi Eliza
Architect
Eliza is in the final stage of graduating from Architecture Engineering at the Technical University of Crete.
During her studies, she has participated in several workshops about sustainable architecture.
She’s working at A2G Architects and is involved in the detailed construction designs for the studio’s projects.
Karavasilis Alexis
Civil Engineer
Alexis is a construction manager at A2G Architects. He studied civil engineering at National Technical University of Athens. Alexis takes over when drawings are to become a reality and uses his knowledge as a civil engineer and his experience as a construction manager to solve problems on site. Alexis is a valuable point of contact when it comes to talking to craftsmen and keeping track of the construction process.
Consultants
Tzanaki Eleftheria
Project Architect MSc
Eleftheria is a project architect that consults with A2G Architects. She studied architecture engineering at National Technical University of Athens and received an MSc in Advanced Architectural Design from Columbia University in 2008. She is involved in all stages of design, from concept to completion, regarding masterplanning, landscape, building and interior design. Eleftheria has taken part in architectural competitions, earning several prizes and distinctions. She has been LEED accredited and ESTIDAMA (Green rating system of Abu Dhabi) accredited since 2013.