Names to Know at the 2017 Chicago Architecture Biennial: Point Supreme
Nadja Apartment
Athens, Greece
This 2014 two-story apartment for a family is outfitted with custom furniture that delineates and connects spaces in addition to performing its primary function.
Photo © Yannis Drakoulidis
Petralona House
Athens, Greece
Completed in 2016, this house is composed of found objects—elements from markets or islands, or donated by companies and stores. This method of gathering materials allowed the project to be proceed despite the financial crisis.
Photo © George Messaritakis
Circular Playground
Athens, Greece
This playground, slated for completion in 2018, aims to create a sense of communal play by encouraging children to interact and communicate.
Photo courtesy Point Supreme
Greek architects Konstantinos Pantazis and Marianna Rentzou founded Point Supreme in 2008.
Photo courtesy Chicago Architecture Biennial
Greek architects Konstantinos Pantazis & Marianna Rentzou established Point Supreme nearly a decade ago in 2008. RECORD asked them five questions about their work in preparation for the Chicago Architecture Biennial. Scroll through the slideshow above to see some of their key projects.
Architectural Record: Tell us about your practice. Can you describe your practice in 3 sentences?
We are not dogmatic; we like different things and like to bring them into relationships.
How do you get into the creative headspace?
With pleasure.
Who are your design heroes?
Everyone who enjoys their work.
What do you hope to contribute to the Chicago Biennial?
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A sense of Greek history.
Most importantly, when it comes to pizza, deep dish or thin crust?
Thin crust.
The Chicago Architecture Biennial runs from September 19, 2017, to January 7, 2018. Read more of our coverage of the event here.
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