In this thesis entitled ''Open juvenile detention centre of Volos'' the design of an ''open'' type juvenile prison is presented. The existing juvenile detention centre is ''closed'' and is located in the city of Volos, in the Chiliadousarea.
The architecture of the “open” prison is characterised by reduced security levels, freely developing building organisation, privacy gradation and movement reinforcement. The structure is composed of accommodation, staff and common function buildings. Programmatic functions include the dining hall, Amphitheatre, gymnasium, library, classrooms and chapel.
The new correctional typology is being implemented in Northern European countries and in America and is proving to be effective in bringing about successful correction, with smooth and largely permanent reintegration of individuals into society.
As far as the detainees are concerned, they are juveniles, of the same sex and with varying degrees of delinquency.
Through this proposal, an attempt is made to incorporate a modern prison typology in our country, aiming to optimize the correction of juveniles and their reintegration into society.
