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Our history

Our history

Our office

Based in Sitia, Crete, Build My House is a dynamic and innovative engineering firm specializing in architectural design, construction, and any related services. Our office is a creative hub of engineers who work together to complete any kind of project successfully. With a dedication to design and attention to detail, we envision and create inspiring spaces that meet our clients’ needs and exceed their expectations.

Timeline

1973

Popi Datseri, an Architectural Engineer of NTUA, and George Nikolaidis, a Civil Engineer of AUTH, founded the “Nikolaidis-Datseri Technical Firm”. The firm undertook and conducted numerous studies on behalf of private and public organizations. Among the public sector projects were the redevelopment of Spinalonga, the port of Sitia, school buildings, and the redevelopment of public spaces.

1997

George Nikolaidis passes away.

2003

Manolis Nicolaides, Civil Engineer of DUTH, joins the firm. He undertakes topographic and structural studies and supervises building projects. At the same time, he participates as a public works designer in studies of school facilities, redevelopment of public spaces, as well as the construction of new buildings.

2007

Manolis Spanoudakis, Civil Engineer TE, joins the firm’s staff. He undertakes the mapping and issuing of building permits, and he deals with the support of all the firm’s studies.

2011

Poppi Datseri retires after a 41-year career in architecture and construction.

2017

Lampros Tsikalakis, an Architectural Engineer of DUTH, is the firm’s new member. He undertakes architectural studies for new buildings, the layout of existing buildings, and the decoration of interiors and exteriors.

2023

“Build My House” was founded by Manolis Nikolaidis, Manolis Spanoudakis, and Lampros Tsikalakis.

Values

At Build My House, we are guided by a set of core values that shape our work and projects. Integrity, professionalism, and commitment to optimal results are the pillars upon which our firm is built. We place a strong emphasis on open communication, collaboration, and a strong work ethic, ensuring that each project is approached with the utmost attention to detail and quality.

Philosophy

At its core is the belief that architecture and its proper application have the power to transform our lives for the better. We see every project as an opportunity to contribute to the built environment in a meaningful way. By combining our expertise, creativity, and a client-centric approach, we strive to design spaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional, sustainable, and responsive to their surroundings.

Experience

With a combined experience of over 40 years in the industry, our team has successfully delivered a wide range of projects. From residential and commercial buildings to public infrastructure and urban design, we have worked on projects of varying scale and complexity. Our extensive experience provides us with the knowledge and skills to rise to the challenges, find innovative solutions, and deliver outstanding results.

Vision

We aim to be recognized as a leading architecture and construction company that sets new design, innovation, and sustainability standards. We aspire to create lasting architectural landmarks that inspire, enhance, and positively impact the communities we serve. By constantly redefining boundaries and embracing emerging technologies, we strive to shape a built environment that promotes well-being, social uplift, and sound environmental management.