Internationally positioned yet locally connected, with project experience across South Europe, the United Kingdom, North Africa and the Middle East, we create spaces that connect people and places in diverse and meaningful ways.

Panagiotis Kalaitzidis, Co-founder, Director

Panagiotis is an ARB-registered architect and a licensed member of Technical Chamber of Greece (TEE) with many years of experience delivering high-end hotels, resorts, and private villas across Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. He holds a Master’s in Architecture from the Bartlett School of Architecture, University College London.

Prior to co-founding Ektós, Panagiotis has held key design roles at world-renowned firms including WATG and 10 Design, leading landmark hospitality and prime residential developments. His portfolio features collaborations with elite brands such as Waldorf Astoria, Mandarin Oriental, Aldar and ORA Development, where he has worked on projects known for their cultural resonance, environmental innovation, and elevated guest and resident experience.

As co-founder of Ektós, Panagiotis blends design sensitivity with strategic vision, shaping concepts into spaces that are not only strikingly distinctive but also intuitively functional. With experience in navigating complex design processes, he grounds every project in its human and local roots, ensuring that each space resonates with purpose, clarity, and cultural depth.