Eurobank unveils winning design for €2 million autism day centre in Strovolos

Strovolos, Cyprus. Eurobank has unveiled the winning architectural proposal for a €2 million day centre for people at the most severe end of the autism spectrum. The project, to be built in the Ayios Dimitrios parish of Strovolos, is set to move into its next stage.

Funding and operation

The proposal was presented at a special event attended by President Nikos Christodoulides, Deputy Minister of Social Welfare Tina Pavlou and Eurobank Group chief executive officer Michalis Louis.

The centre will provide a modern care and support facility. Eurobank will cover the full €2 million project cost, while the Deputy Ministry of Social Welfare will operate the centre once it is completed.

Architectural competition

The competition attracted significant interest, with 37 architectural practices and study teams submitting proposals for a project with particular technical requirements and a strong social focus.

First prize was awarded to the architectural team of Chrysostomos Theodoropoulos, Eleni Livani and Panayiota Karamanea.

Eight architectural studies received prizes or distinctions. All eight will be exhibited at the Anastasios G Leventis Building of the University of Cyprus from October 2 to October 7.

Personalised care and participation

Pavlou stressed that the project was intended to provide more than a secure physical environment, highlighting the importance of creating a meaningful daily life for those using the centre.

She said the aim was not simply to provide a safe place to stay, but to offer a meaningful daily routine, personalised support, opportunities for participation and respect for each person’s abilities and needs.