Ground Broken on Greece’s First Residential Skyscraper

The Riviera Tower; image courtesy of Lamda Development

Lamda Development broke ground on The Riviera Tower, which will become Greece’s tallest building when completed, in February, 2LUXURY2 reports. Part of The Ellinikon, a 6.2 million m2 master-planned smart city on the grounds of Athens’ old international airport, The Riviera Tower will offer one-to-five-bedroom residences overlooking the sea and park. Foster + Partners designed the 200-m-tall sustainable tower, which will become Greece’s first residential skyscraper. The Riviera Tower is LEED pre-certified at a Gold level. Other elements of The Ellinikon urban regeneration project include: The Ellinikon Park, The Riviera Galleria, a commercial hub and a 310-berth marina. Phase 1 completion, which includes The Riviera Tower, is expected in 2026.

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