The present thesis aims at the promotion of the old Volos Municipal Abattoirs and the protected area of the Xiria stream, proposing the reuse of the existing buildings and their conversion into a Cultural Centre, as well as the “revitalization” of the wider site.

 The construction of these buildings, on Athinon Avenue, was decided in 1954, as due to an almost threefold increase in the population, the old building did not meet the needs of the people. The construction of the building lasted from 1959 to 1961. However, after several years, it was deemed unsanitary and was abandoned.

 The proposed intervention aims, firstly, to restore the ecosystem of the protected area of the site, and then to create a cultural centre with the main feature of ecological autonomy and the production of edible materials, in order to bring people closer to production.

 The visitor will be able to take part in the agricultural processes of the complex, redefining the product-consumer relationship, as, due to the “chain” of activities offered, he will have the opportunity to cultivate, collect the products produced and cook with them various Thessalian recipes.

 At the same time, visitors will have the opportunity to study, attend conferences and performances, attend exhibitions and other activities proposed in the new programme.