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Christos Kousidonis is an Associate Professor of Urban and Spatial Planning at the Department of Planning and Development of the University of Thessaly. His academic career spans several decades with significant contributions to urban planning, spatial analysis, and the semiotics of space. He has served in various academic positions, progressing from Assistant Professor (since April 2008) to Associate Professor (since March 2017).
Dr. Kousidonis earned his Diploma in Architecture in 1977 and his Doctorate degree in 1983, both from the Department of Architecture at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. His doctoral thesis focused on Functional Regionalization and its application to the investigation of Greek space.
His research interests center on the analysis of space and its production, with particular focus on the epistemological-methodological aspects of spatial approaches. He examines the communicative and semiotic dimensions in the perception and production of space, exploring how meaning is constructed through urban forms and spatial arrangements. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications across various spatial scales, from architectural studies to regional planning.
Over his career, Kousidonis has published extensively on urban morphology, spatial planning, and the evolution of Greek urban systems. His recent work has increasingly focused on the impact of economic crises on urban development, unauthorized housing, and the transformation of spatial narratives in contemporary Greece. His publications reveal a consistent engagement with the theoretical underpinnings of spatial planning while addressing pressing contemporary urban challenges.
- First prize in 1985 for settlement design competition organized by ATE Kissos EMO for establishing a new settlement of 3,500 permanent residents on 2,000 stremmata in the area of Isenli of the community of Hortiatis
Professor Kousidonis has been actively involved in research projects funded by various organizations including the Stiftung Volkswagenwerk Foundation, the Ministry of Merchant Marine, the European Union, and numerous municipalities. He has coordinated research teams and served as scientific responsible for multiple projects focused on urban regeneration, spatial planning, and regional development. His collaborative work extends to international research networks, particularly through his participation in AESOP (Association of European Schools of Planning) conferences.
He has been a member of scientific committees for numerous conferences including multiple PanHellenic Congresses of Town and Regional Planning and International Conferences on 'Changing Cities.' His leadership in academic organizations demonstrates his commitment to advancing the field of spatial planning in Greece and internationally.
