Architect: The apple doesn't fall far from the tree...

and in this case the apples don't fall far from each other either! Sophia Kokosalaki's little sister, Natalia, has just been featured in Wallpaper's ten best architects for its Graduate Directory of 2008. The fashion designer's sister is making a name for herself by designing an environmentally sustainable stadium in Tripoli, while working at the team of Deca Architects in Greece. Her dream working aspirations though include the offices of Herzog and de Meuron, Morphosis, Thomas Heatherwick and Rural Studio, which reveal clearly her british influence that she got from UCL's School of Architecture.

Development: Spain does design... sustainable!

with the new development, Portosenso, in the town of Altea, Spain proves itself once more that has the know-how in the second-homes market. A development that has the signature of Jean Nouvel for its concept design and a plan to create an environmentally friendly atmosphere among the complex by integrating the architecture perfectly to the surrounding area, using natural materials and applying a low consumption of energy resources plan. The project is consisted of around 300 residences, a hotel, a spa and a marina with retail use included. Portosenso, undoubtedly gets a five-star from all aspects.. just check it out here!