Since his earliest recollections, Konstantinos Stathopoulos has been driven to shape and mold his environment, devoting countless hours to envisioning, analyzing, and handcrafting
objects and shelters.
Following his graduation, Stathopoulos embarked upon a transformative journey within the realm of architecture at the esteemed School of Architecture in NTUA. Throughout his tenure there, he delved into a diverse range of subjects, spanning urban planning, architectural design, structural engineering, as well as history, arts, and philosophy. In 2010 he delivered a dissertation on the field of urban sociology and philosophy, titled “Graffiti”.
In 2012 his undergraduate thesis was on sustainable design, titled “Timber Residence” and gained numerous good critics and the Materiality Award. In continuance to his thesis and in pursuit of his interest in materials, he attended the Interdepartmental Postgraduate Program of Materials Science and Engineering.
In 2015 as a result of a thorough research, he delivered the postgraduate thesis named “Study on stabilization of clay mortars”. During his academic studies, he participated in numerous workshops specifically oriented in traditional building techniques. In addition he was working occasionally as a concept designer, scenographer assistant and muralist.
In the period 2015-2017 he was a collaborator architect of AD architects, leaving his mark on the concept of notable projects such as the ‘Modern Caves’, ‘Lap Pool House’, ‘Casa Leone’, and ‘Touch of New.’ The last couple of years he expresses his personal writing by founding konstantinos stathopoulos | KRAK. architects a vessel for his creative expression. His project, ‘Casa Odyssia’ has garnered significant attention and accolades, notably being selected as one of the finest designs showcased at the esteemed 10th Biennale of Young Greek Architects. His last published work ‘Casa Katana’ exemplifies his architectural vision and was featured with distinction in the 11th Biennale of Young Greek Architects. Casa Katana has also gained international recognition, being highlighted in renowned architectural magazines and books, at 2024 had also gained the prestigious Jury Award at the 12th Architizer A+Awards.
The game of shaping the environment, solving problems and creation is what still keeps him motivated and enthusiast for Architecture.
MSc in Materials Science and Engineering, June 2015
School of Chemical Engineering National Technical University of Athens
Architectural Engineering 5 year degree, October 2012
School of Architectural Engineering National Technical University of Athens
Erasmus program, 2 semesters, June 2009
Facoltà “Ludovico Quaroni” La Sapienza Università di Roma