Chania Architectural & Engineering Services
We Create Biophilic Designs that Matter
Bringing
ingenuity, and sustainability to life.
We deliver designs that INSPIRE, CONNECT and PERFORM.
We are located in Chania, Crete but we think globally. ARENCOS is a firm of engineers, architects, consultants and technical specialists, working across every aspect of today’s built environment.
We apply integrated thinking and creativity to create transformative outcomes and change that matters for clients and communities alike.
We harness our deep technical expertise, creativity, value creation and knowledge sharing to build a better future for our clients and local ecosystem.
Featured Projects
Guided by heritage, inspired by innovation, ARENCOS crafts a tomorrow where every design tells a story of aesthetic — and purpose. Through this philosophy, we design escapes where people love to be together and filled with joy and satisfaction.
Architectural Design
Vision & direction
Our holistic design service encompasses meticulous attention to detail, thoughtful space utilization, and a keen understanding of local regulations to guarantee a smooth journey from concept to the realization of your dream home.
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Building Construction
Leadership and governance
Our construction and civil engineering methods, fueled by innovative concepts and rooted in research based on evidence, reveals potential that is frequently overlooked at the outset of a project.
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Interior Architecture
Trully unique
ARENCOS excels in providing comprehensive interior design services, turning spaces into harmonious and aesthetically pleasing environments.
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Passive House
Powering tomorrow
With a focus on meticulous attention to detail and compliance with local regulations, we transform your vision into a reality, delivering high-quality Passive House designs.
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Eco-Houses
Eco-Conscious brilliance
Our dedicated team ensures a seamless process, combining innovative architectural design with strategic planning to create energy-efficient and sustainable residential spaces.
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Architectural Design
Vision & direction
Our holistic design service encompasses meticulous attention to detail, thoughtful space utilization, and a keen understanding of local regulations to guarantee a smooth journey from concept to the realization of your dream home.
View more Building Construction
Leadership and governance
Our construction and civil engineering methods, fueled by innovative concepts and rooted in research based on evidence, reveals potential that is frequently overlooked at the outset of a project.
View more Interior Architecture
Trully unique
ARENCOS excels in providing comprehensive interior design services, turning spaces into harmonious and aesthetically pleasing environments.
View more Passive House
Powering tomorrow
With a focus on meticulous attention to detail and compliance with local regulations, we transform your vision into a reality, delivering high-quality Passive House designs.
View more Eco-Houses
Eco-Conscious brilliance
Our dedicated team ensures a seamless process, combining innovative architectural design with strategic planning to create energy-efficient and sustainable residential spaces.
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Off-Grid Properties
At ARENCOS, we believe that modern architecture is living in comfort without compromising the natural environment or depleting the natural resources available. Our properties minimize negative environmental impacts whilst ensuring and maximizing comfort and well-being.
Nearly Net Zero Buildings
Our nearly net-zero and passive house design and construction services focus on creating energy-efficient, environmentally responsible buildings that significantly reduce carbon emissions with respect to the local ecosystem.
Making an Impact
We’re always curious and invested in finding the technically feasible and economically viable solution to every construction challenge, partnering with clients at every stage – from nascent ideas to successful realisation.
Unlocking Lasting Value
To progress further, faster, and safer, we integrate critical thinking, dedicated research, and breakthrough technologies. Our insightful research enables clients to adapt and transform, leading to enduring results that consistently improve services and enhance efficiency.
The ARENCOS Well-being Survey revealed that choice—the ability to control where, when, and how inhabitants interact with and experience their homes—was ranked as the single most important factor in overall well-being.
This report offers a transparent overview of our 2024 performance in biophilic design and our nearly-net zero philosophy.
Looking to build a new home in Crete but not sure where to start?
An outline guide of the key stages that take place, from inception to completion and hand over of a construction project.
Understanding the Process
- Building a House in Crete: The Initial Steps
- Dealing with Construction Permits
- Choosing and Working with Builders
- Understanding the Design-Build Process
- Factors Affecting Construction Cost
- How Much Does it Cost to Build a House in Chania, Crete?
Shaping Better Structures
Engineering Excellence
Our chief pursuit is a timeless expression of an architectural and engineering approach that is appropriate to its users and their purpose, that blends tradition, sustainability and progressive technology with elemental form.
