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Located in Athens, Micromega’s design for the new Public Power Corporation HQ has been selected as a winning proposal. The project aims not only to emphasize the company’s character but also to integrate the public through an urban park and the ground floor structure.
Situated on the former site of a steam-powered station the new Public Power Corporation is set to become the upcoming contemporary landmark for the city.
 
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Micromega’s main focus is to create an architecture that ignites environmental awareness and promotes the use of clean energy to the public. The Athens-base firm achieved this using three main zones in the winning proposal which show the renewable sources used by the Public Power Corporation, which are sun, wind, and water. Named the “topoi”, these three main spaces are the”Air Garden”, the “Sun Path” and the ?Plaza of Water?. The “Sun Path” is a linear canopy covered with photovoltaic panels that are the main source of renewable energy for the urban park in front of the Public Power Company. While the “Plaza of Water” consists of a shallow pond that acts as a natural cooling method through convection. This space is also used as a public lounge.
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Finally, the”Air Garden” is located in the northern section of the part and includes a large amphitheater for ...