In continuation of the research project titled "The survival of rural past within the domain of the settlement landscape: The example of Thermi," this thesis explores the design of a market-square within the expansion area of Thermi, conceived as a self-managed public multi-purpose space.

 The central function of this space revolves around the preservation of existing crops and the cultivation of new ones within its grounds. These crops will be maintained by the members of the space’s management collective, stored on-site, and subsequently used for public cooking activities. The products of this process will either be sold at an open-air market within the square or consumed as part of communal dining and celebratory gatherings. Surrounding this core function, both open and enclosed spaces will be made available to accommodate collective activities.

 The project aims to establish a public space that enables residents to engage in community-driven and collective action, allowing them to participate in decision-making and self-organization within the public realm. This challenges the prevailing association of open space and recreation with consumption. Furthermore, the creation of the square will prevent future private construction on the site, preserving it as a zone of resistance against unchecked urban development.