LANDSCAPERS BY VOCATION
SUSTAINABLE BY CHOICE

On this page, we’d like to introduce you to our team.
We’ll also explain what Landscape Architecture entails.

Let’s start by clarifying a common question: What is Landscape Architecture?

Landscape Architecture is a dynamic field that encompasses elements of urban design, architecture, geography, ecology, and more. It integrates various disciplines such as civil engineering, horticulture, environmental psychology, and fine arts. While often mistaken for gardening, Landscape Architecture goes beyond that; it involves indepth analysis of the site’s characteristics and the creation of outdoor spaces that harmonize with the surrounding architecture and nature. While greenery is essential, it’s just one aspect of our diverse palette.

We believe in the uniqueness of each project and consider factors like climatic conditions, geological features, and the site’s history and emotional significance. Strong communication with our clients is crucial, especially for those abroad, as we aim to incorporate their desires and passions into the design process.

Collaboration with experts in various fields like architecture, urban planning, and ecology enriches our projects. By working closely with biologists, ecologists, and botanists, we address critical issues such as climate change, resourceefficient irrigation, and stormwater management, ensuring sustainable solutions for our clients and the environment.

We never stop learning and being curious!

Our story in a timeline

2005
How we met

Stelios and Annika met in Arki Island, volunteering for the ‘Archipelagos’ NGO

10/2008
The start of Chloroplastes

Stelios and Annika founded Chloroplastes.

11/2008
The first garden

Our first small gardenproject in Chania is completed.

2016
The new office

We move into our new office. Our creative team grows!

2018
The Greenhouse

The Greenhouse was built and Chloroplastes Nursery opens its doors.

2018
First large-scale project

We beign our first large-scale project in Akrotiri, Chania

2020
Our logo

The Chloroplastes logo was created

9-10/2020
Publication

Publication in the journal “De Tuin”, The Netherlands No. 1 garden journal.

2020
The new office

Chloroplastes opens its new office in Kalyves-Tsivaras, alongside the already functioning nursery.

2021
Outside Crete

First Project outside Crete at Serifos, Cyclades Islands

2022
ISO Certification

Alongside the 9001 certificate, we received the 14001 and the 45001 as well.

2023
MGS Branch

Annika becomes Head of the MGS Branch in Crete.