Lamda Development has revealed the stunning design and interiors of the iconic Riviera Tower, set to become Greece’s first skyscraper and the country’s tallest building. The high-rise residential tower will serve as a defining landmark of The Ellinikon, the largest, most ambitious urban regeneration project in Europe and new global model for smart cities and comprehensive, mixed-use urban experiences.
Designed by globally renowned architectural firm Foster + Partners, the building will sit 200 meters above sea level, comprising 169 one-to-five-bedroom residences and penthouse apartments across 50 residential floors. The tower will reflect the majesty of The Ellinikon’s history and natural surroundings by the sea, wrapped in an advanced biophilic exterior and featuring interiors inspired by the beautiful landscape, which offer the latest in sustainable design.
Foster + Partners’ interior design brings the incredible Greek coastline, water, and mountains to the forefront of the lived experience while accenting this natural beauty with contemporary and elegant finishes and natural colour palettes throughout the apartments.
“The Riviera Tower heralds the continued progress of The Ellinikon, as well as a new era for Greece’s built environment and economy,” said Angeliki Touziou, chief development officer, residential sports and MUT, Lamda Development.
“The design of the building has been meticulously considered with sustainability and experience in mind. Taller buildings reduce surface coverage, resulting in more space for the green, open areas that The Ellinikon is committed to bringing to the people of this city. As we continue to hold environmental protection and energy reduction at the forefront of our goals, the Riviera Tower and The Ellinikon’s additional high-rise towers will benefit the environment through smart urban densification and accompanying greenspace.”
Alexandros Moulas, senior commercial director, residential and neighbourhood Retail, Lamda Development, said: “The Riviera Tower’s significance to The Ellinikon has been reflected in its extraordinary early sales success, with over 90 per cent of the building already reserved by domestic and international buyers in record time, demonstrating the huge appetite for this unique residential project.
“Visitors, future residents, and investors alike are seeing, via The Ellinikon Experience Centre, that we are delivering a ground-breaking experience that is resonating globally. In addition to the building’s stunning designs and vistas, advanced smart home elements are offering buyers the future of urban living now.”
Construction began on The Riviera Tower earlier this year. The building is due to be completed during phase one of The Ellinikon’s project, with handover expected in quarter four 2026. The Riviera Tower is the first residential building in the city to be pre-certified with LEED at Gold Level, adding to the city’s existing LEED Gold-certified commercial offerings.
A joint venture between Bouygues Group and Intrakat has been set up for the early building works. Tombazis and Associates has been appointed as the local design consultant, alongside a design team consisting of Buro Happold, Faithful+Gould, TEKEM, Deta Consulting Engineers, and Doxiadis Plus. A joint venture between Mace and Jacobs serves as The Riviera Tower project management consultant.
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