KYKLOS is a new cultural hub in Neo Faliro, designed byRenzo Piano for the Dinos and Lia Martinos Foundation.
Designed by the Renzo Piano Building Workshop, KYKLOS combines refined aesthetics with a deep commitment to environmental responsibility. Surrounded by a Mediterranean landscape, the center is conceived to meet the highest sustainability standards, with 62% of the site dedicated to green and recreational public space.
The Kyklos Center for Arts and Cultures, located in Piraeus near the Neo Faliro metro station, is an ambitious cultural initiative by the Dinos and Lia Martinos Foundation (DLMF). Fully funded through private resources, this new center aims to become a civic, educational, and
artistic beacon in the Athens metropolitan area. Its design is led by the internationally acclaimed Renzo Piano Building Workshop, in collaboration with Ayers Saint Gross
(Washington, DC), combining architectural excellence with social and environmental responsibility. KYKLOS is envisioned as more than a building—it is a cultural organism
integrated into the urban and social fabric.
The structure will be surrounded by a generous Mediterranean garden, with 62% of the site dedicated to green and open public space, softening the boundary between the built environment and the city. The architecture uses layers of materials and vegetation to filter sunlight and urban noise, creating a contemplative yet connected atmosphere. The interior will house permanent collections featuring works from Africa, Oceania, and other global cultures, alongside dynamic temporary exhibitions. Programming will include lectures, film screenings, and hybrid educational initiatives that bridge physical and digital experiences. The flexible layout allows for the adaptive use of space over time, ensuring continued relevance. KYKLOS is designed to invite people to slow down, engage, and connect. It mixes indoor galleries with open-air areas, encouraging interaction and discovery. It is conceived not as an isolated object, but as a porous, welcoming civic platform—open to local residents, students, and international visitors alike. Slated for completion in late 2028, KYKLOS will embody DLMF’s vision: a sustainable, accessible, and inclusive center for global contemporary culture rooted in the heart of Piraeus.
