At 55, Greg the Geeza is starting again, one DIY project at a time

At 55, Greg Ohanian is embracing a new chapter. He has relocated to Klirou, where he is transforming a vast, barren plot into a home, garden and outdoor space, all crafted by his own hands. “I’ve always wanted land, trees, to grow my own food and raise chickens,” he explains. This move follows a challenging period marked by financial issues and the loss of his home in Nicosia. Ohanian now views Klirou as a place to create on his own terms. Early view of the land before the transformation “I love the peace here,” he says. “The sunrises and sunsets offer a completely different way of living. ” This change has also inspired his online project, Greg the Geeza. From media director to DIY creator Ohanian, with a background in media, public relations, and marketing, is not a professional builder but a qualified nutritionist and dietitian.

DIY has always been part of his life, influenced by his hands-on father. When a contractor left a retaining wall unfinished at his property, Ohanian took matters into his own hands. “I thought, right, I have to finish this myself,” he recalls, marking the start of his venture, Greg the Geeza . What began as a necessity evolved into a social media project where he documents both his errors and successes. “I am not pretending I know everything,” he admits. “I am learning as I go. ” Building a garden from scratch The property plans are ambitious, featuring pathways, landscaping, outdoor living areas, and a retaining wall. Future additions include a jacuzzi, gym, and pergolas, with the garden being built from scratch. “There was basically nothing here,” he says. “It was just barren land,” which adds to the appeal for Ohanian. “I want to look back in a few years and see what we have created,” he adds. His videos capture the less glamorous side of…