During my recent research visit to Constantinople, stopping at the iconic monument of Hagia Sophia was a moment of profound emotion and spiritual uplift. As an architect, standing beneath this monumental dome is not merely a tourist experience, but a profound lesson in history, structural engineering, and aesthetic perfection. Hagia Sophia stands as the eternal…

I had the distinct honour and privilege of visiting the historic “Red Castle” of Phanariot tradition, the Patriarchal Great School of the Genus (Phanar Greek Orthodox College), an institution dedicated to the service of Greek education since 1454. During my visit, I had the opportunity to donate my book, “The Treasures of Kampos,” to the…

As part of my on-site field research in Constantinople, I visited the Sisli Greek Orthodox Cemetery—a profound site where memory converges with high art. During my visit, I had the privilege of meeting with the Director, Mr. Manolis Segisoglou, of the cemetery and presenting him with a copy of my book, “The Treasures of Kampos.”…

A visit to Constantinople (Istanbul), a city that for centuries has stood at the crossroads of peoples, civilizations, religions, and trade networks. It is a place where East meets West and where the stories of countless generations intertwine through time. As an Architect, Researcher, and Author, this journey forms part of a broader research project…

I had the honour of donating my book “The Treasures of Kampos” to the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople. This work is the result of a long research journey into the architectural and cultural heritage of the Kampos of Chios — a place deeply connected with the Chiot-Genoese aristocracy and the wider Greek diaspora. Standing in…