ek magazine is organizing an event honoring the architect Yannis Kizis (Kizi Studio) at the SNFCC on Friday, December 11, 2026, under the auspices of the Hellenic Institute of Architecture.

Yannis Kizis is a Professor Emeritus at the NTUA School of Architecture with a long-standing creative career and currently directs the architectural office Kizi Studio together with Constadis Kizis, Associate Professor at NTUA. His extensive and high-quality work includes a wide range of architectural creation (public and private buildings, modern interventions and extensions to historical buildings, restoration of monuments, etc.) and is distinguished and multi-awarded in Greece and internationally. Being one of the most important architects of his generation, he was active both in Greece and abroad, adorning the urban and suburban landscape with high-quality architectural works. His work includes buildings of various typologies and scales, as well as urban regeneration studies. The presentations of the event speakers will attempt to highlight his significant contribution to modern Greek architecture, architectural education and culture.

The event speakers are:

– Panayotis Tournikiotis, Professor Emeritus NTUA, President of HIA

– Panayotis Tsakopoulos, Architect NTUA, researcher, author

– Nelly Marda, Architect, Professor Emerita NTUA

– Dimitris Thomopoulos, Dimitris Thomopoulos Architects, Assoc. Professor AUTH

– Tilemachos Andrianopoulos, Tense Architecture Network, Assoc. Professor NTUA

– Panagiotis Grammatopoulos, G-P Architects

– Manolis Vournous, M+V Architects

– Nikos Vatopoulos, Journalist, author

– Yiorgis Yerolymbos, Photographer, architect NTUA

– Costandis Kizis, Kizi Studio, Assoc. Professor NTUA

 

• Bronze Sponsor: LG Electronics
• Sponsors: Alumil, LUUN, Europa
• Supporters: Domiki Papanikolaou, Koligas Wood Essence

Heat Pump Solutions for European Homes

LG Electronics is strengthening its position in the European residential heat pump market with a diverse portfolio of high-performance solutions adapted to different housing environments.

As demand continues to grow across Europe for energy-efficient heat pump solutions using low-GWP refrigerants, LG is expanding its market response with products designed to combine efficiency, ease of installation and integration into contemporary homes and large-scale residential projects.

 

Therma V R290 Monobloc

One of the key products in the portfolio is Therma V R290 Monobloc, an outdoor air-to-water heat pump unit that uses R290 refrigerant with very low Global Warming Potential.

The unit is designed to provide reliable heating in outdoor temperatures as low as -28°C and can supply domestic hot water up to 75°C. Its monobloc design allows the unit to operate independently, without the need to install components inside the home, making installation easier and faster.

 

 

Multi V i and Multi V S

LG also offers Multi V i and Multi V S as part of its VRF range. Multi V i combines low-GWP R32 refrigerant with a high-efficiency inverter compressor and advanced smart control for efficient operation.

It also includes safety features, such as sensors that activate protection systems when refrigerant leakage is detected, helping maintain operational continuity and safety.

Multi V S is a compact VRF solution offering flexible system integration, energy management capabilities, smart controls and a user-friendly management interface. When combined with indoor units incorporating a domestic hot water tank and the necessary hydraulic components, it can operate as an all-in-one solution for air conditioning, heating and domestic hot water production.

 

Award-Winning Indoor Units

LG recently introduced new indoor units for air-to-water heat pump systems: Combi Unit, Hydro Unit and Control Unit.

The units received the iF Design Award 2026 and Red Dot Design Award 2026, recognizing their integrated design and ease of use. These distinctions reinforce LG’s position in a market where technical performance must be combined with clear design, usability and simple day-to-day management.

 

 

Customized Solutions for Large Residential Projects

LG continues to secure major residential project wins across Europe, supported by the competitiveness of its products and its engineering capabilities.

In Spain, LG supplied Multi V i and indoor units for approximately 1,000 residential units at Calle Fuerzas Armadas, a build-to-rent residential development. From the early stages of the project, LG worked with local partners to review design, certification and installation requirements, providing support aligned with European environmental regulations and site-specific conditions.

 

Residential Projects in Serbia

In Belgrade, LG supplied a customized solution for King’s Circle Residences, combining Multi V S with indoor units that produce cold and hot water. The integrated configuration enables energy monitoring per unit and brings cooling, heating and domestic hot water supply into a single system.

LG also supplied Multi V i, Multi V S and residential air conditioners to The One Residences in Belgrade, working with design teams to propose a heating and cooling system suited to the building structure and installation conditions. Simulation-based technical assessments were also carried out to verify operational stability and installation suitability.

 

 

Energy Efficiency and Ease of Installation

According to James Lee, president of LG ES Company, the European residential heat pump market continues to evolve, with growing demand for solutions that are energy-efficient, environmentally responsible and easy to install.

Through its diversified heat pump portfolio and engineering capabilities, LG aims to respond to the real needs of each space, strengthening its position in the European market and offering integrated solutions for contemporary residential environments.

 

LG Business Solutions Greece

Investing in Training and Professional Solutions

LG Electronics presented the fully renewed facilities of the LG B2B Academy, reaffirming the strategic commitment of LG Business Solutions to training, technological innovation and the development of integrated professional solutions. The presentation took place in Athens on 24 June 2026, highlighting LG’s role as a partner for professionals, installers, businesses and organizations seeking high-performance technologies for contemporary applications.

 

LG’s B2B Vision for 2030

During the event, LG presented the strategic goals of its Business Solutions division through 2030. These include doubling sales compared to 2026, increasing the partner network by 40%, and generating service revenues corresponding to 20% of total turnover in collaboration with certified installers. This strategy places training, technical support and the continued development of LG’s partner network at the center of the future growth of LG Business Solutions.

 

 

An Integrated Portfolio of Solutions

LG also presented its complete portfolio of professional solutions, covering air conditioning, ventilation, heating and domestic hot water production, as well as hospitality TVs, Signage, LED and IT display solutions. Among the solutions presented were Multi V systems, Therma V R290 Monobloc heat pumps, Inverter Scroll Chillers, and LG’s integrated control and management solutions.

 

Technologies for Professional Environments

Visitors also showed strong interest in ARTCOOL air conditioners with AI technology, the LG E-Paper display for energy-efficient digital signage, hospitality TVs with AirPlay and Google Cast support, and innovative Gaming Monitors. Guests were also able to tour LG’s new B2B showroom and experience technologies and applications already widely implemented in professional environments in Greece and Cyprus.

 

 

LG All Stars and Technical Support Ecosystem

Special emphasis was placed on LG All Stars, LG’s rewards platform that supports the network of air conditioning and heating installers while promoting collaboration and technical support. The company also presented its extended support ecosystem, which includes a specialized B2B Call Center, a 24-hour service line, remote diagnostic tools, more than 40,000 technical consulting supports per year, and a nationwide network of authorized partners and service centers. Today, LG Business Solutions has a network of more than 600 certified partners in Greece and Cyprus.

 

Knowledge, Experience and Sustainability

The presentation also referred to LG’s participation in the “Exoikonomo” and “Allazo Systima Thermansis” programs, contributing to the energy upgrading of residential and professional buildings.

 

 

Giannis Mantas, Commercial Director of LG Business Solutions, noted that the renewal of the LG B2B Academy and the creation of the new showroom represent an investment in knowledge and experience, with the aim of creating a training environment that highlights innovation and sustainability. Through the renewed LG B2B Academy, LG Business Solutions strengthens its position in the professional applications market, offering partners not only advanced technological solutions, but also access to a contemporary environment for training, demonstration and technical specialization.

 

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An All-in-One Solution for Hybrid Work

LG Electronics presents LG One:Quick, an all-in-one series of video conferencing displays designed to support the way professional meetings are conducted in the era of hybrid work.

The series offers an integrated communication and productivity environment, bringing together technologies that usually require multiple separate systems. By combining a high-resolution 4K UHD display, built-in computing system, high-definition camera, microphones, speakers and real-time collaboration functions, LG One:Quick simplifies the meeting process and reduces the need for complex connections or external equipment.

 

Communication and Collaboration in One Device

LG One:Quick is designed to help organizations create more efficient meeting environments, where communication, presentation and teamwork can take place through a single device.

The series responds to the growing need for flexible collaboration tools in offices, meeting rooms and professional spaces. Its integrated design allows users to move quickly from video conferencing to shared work, reducing technical barriers and supporting more direct interaction between teams.

 

LG One:Quick Works for Meeting Rooms

LG One:Quick Works is the most complete solution in the series, designed for meeting rooms and professional environments where stable, high-quality communication is essential.

The product offers a video conferencing experience with automatic speaker focus, clear audio transmission in larger spaces and direct access to collaborative applications without the need for additional installations. It also supports digital whiteboard functions, allowing teams to develop ideas in real time, as if they were working together in the same room.

 

LG One:Quick Flex for Flexible Use

LG One:Quick Flex approaches professional collaboration through greater flexibility, adapting to different use scenarios, from small meetings and presentations to remote collaboration.

Multi-touch functionality, an integrated camera and support for writing and annotation directly on the screen make it a useful tool for interactive communication. Its mobility also allows the device to be used across multiple spaces within the same organization, extending the value of a single collaboration solution.

 

A Smarter Meeting Environment

With the One:Quick series, LG aims to create a simpler, faster and more efficient way of working together. By transforming different spaces into smart communication environments, the solution supports productivity and helps reduce the technical obstacles of contemporary work.

 

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The Red Dot Award-winning solution combines paper-like design, ultra-low energy consumption and flexible content management.

A New Commercial Display Solution by LG Electronics

LG Electronics (LG) strengthens its position in the professional display market with the introduction of the LG E-Paper Display, an ultra-low-energy commercial display solution designed for a range of business environments. The new product was recognized with the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2026 for its innovative, user-centered design and will launch first in South Korea early next month, followed by Europe and the U.S. in July.

Ultra-Low-Energy E-Paper Technology

The LG E-Paper Display features a 32-inch QHD screen with a resolution of 2,560 x 1,440 and a 16:9 aspect ratio. It uses electronic ink technology, forming images by moving and positioning electrically charged color particles within an electric field.

The display consumes energy only when its content is updated, significantly reducing power consumption. Its ability to support dynamic content updates while reducing dependence on printed advertising materials, such as point-of-sale displays and in-store signage, makes the solution suitable for commercial interiors including retail, hospitality and corporate environments.*

Paper-Like Design and Comfortable Viewing

A defining feature of the LG E-Paper Display is its ability to reproduce the texture and feeling of a traditional paper poster. Without requiring a backlight, the screen can be integrated smoothly into different commercial environments.

The product has a total thickness of 17.8 mm, reaching just 8.6 mm at its thinnest point, and weighs only 3.1 kg including the built-in battery, enabling easy installation and repositioning.

The display also offers comfortable viewing and wide viewing angles of 180 degrees horizontally and 180 degrees vertically, thanks to its reflective backlight-free panel. Using LG’s exclusive image optimization algorithm, the E-Paper Display reproduces vivid colors that help enhance the visual impact of on-screen content.

Smart Energy and Content Management

The new LG display is designed to improve operational efficiency. Its high-capacity 72Wh battery supports extended operation and can be fully charged in approximately three hours using the supplied charger, when the product is powered off. The display also supports wireless charging through a detachable magnetic battery.

The energy management function further enhances efficiency by automatically controlling the power consumption of the LG E-Paper Display according to user-defined content schedules, minimizing energy use by activating only when updates are required.

Remote Control Through webOS and LG SuperSign CMS

Equipped with a version of webOS, LG’s intuitive smart platform, optimized for B2B signage applications, as well as built-in Wi-Fi connectivity, the LG E-Paper Display allows easy remote management. Through LG’s browser-accessible signage management solution, users can monitor device status, adjust settings, perform software updates and replace content.

For more flexible content distribution, the display supports integration with LG SuperSign CMS, allowing users to remotely distribute and schedule single-image content across multiple E-Paper Display units. It also supports content distribution via USB storage devices or customers’ own CMS servers.

A New B2B Display Solution

“With its ultra-light, ultra-thin design and pioneering ultra-low-power technology, the LG E-Paper Display represents an attractive new commercial display solution for B2B customers,” said Nicolas Min, Head of the Information Display Business at LG Media Entertainment Solution Company.

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