Imagine an extraordinary natural scenery, such as a lake full of water lilies. What would happen if apart from being an observation and roaming spot, it could be exploited as a field of research, education and information?

 Not far from the city of Athens, in district of Viotia, one comes across with an unknown,S for the time being, down to earth paradise. Lake Paralimni, has all the characteristics of a species-rich ecosystem and is worthily listed in Natura 2000. The importance of the lake’s  biodiversity is proved by, among other reasons, the existence of water lilies and the nests of storks, which create a mesmerizing scenery with the capability to support a variety of activities. On the other hand, the occasional water pumping in order to support the needs of Athens and Chalkida, the increasing number of cultivation fields  and the amateur fishing, lead in the gradual degradation of Paralimni. Focusing on the threats and aiming to solve them, we suggest the construction of units whose facilities have as a result the increase of the local fish population and simultaneously they can be involved in educational and entertaining happenings. Keeping natural paths to move around the place, the Center is open both on the week days and weekends, while the building program responds to many events and for a wide range of visitors, since volunteers, scientists, students could explore the hidden treasures of the lake and experience the feeling of ecotourism. The height distribution of the volumes, transforms them into a climbing game that gives the opportunity to the visitors to take advantage of every single spot of beauty, always with care and respect for the surroundings.

 The designing process took place under the idea of an intervention  “ IN THE LANSCAPE FOR THE LANDSCAPE”.