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Diébédo Francis Kéré (born 10 April 1965) is a Burkinabé-German architect, recognized for creating innovative works that are often sustainable and collaborative in nature. In 2022, he became the first African to receive the Pritzker Architecture Prize .
Working across diverse geographies, our portfolio spans a wide spectrum of projects from civic infrastructure to temporary installations, from concept to execution. Founded by Francis Kéré in 2005, with a dual focus on design and social commitment, the studio's scope encompasses building, design and knowledge sharing.
Mar 16, 2022 · Learn about the Pritzker Prize-winning architect's works in Burkina Faso and beyond, from schools and clinics to parks and pavilions. See how he uses local materials, climate-responsive design and social engagement to create distinctive and sustainable buildings.
Mar 15, 2022 · 1. Born in the village of Gando, Burkina Faso, in 1965, Diébédo Francis Kéré is the eldest son of his village chief. The village had no access to public water or electricity, and...
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At the intersection of utopia and pragmatism Kéré Architecture designs and builds contemporary architecture that feeds the imagination with an afro-futurist vision.